Hokusai to Meshi sae Areba

Yamada Bun is a naturally shy and quiet girl who prefers to keep to herself, yet she possesses an extraordinary hidden talent. Whenever she steps into the kitchen, her reserved demeanor completely transforms. Cooking ignites a deep passion within her, revealing her to be a remarkably skilled chef who pours her heart into every dish she prepares. She lives a peaceful, solitary life accompanied only by Hokusai, a peculiar talking animal. Strangely, Bun is the only person in the world capable of hearing his voice. Despite this bizarre reality, she asks for nothing more from the world. As long as she has delicious food to prepare and her unusual companion by her side, she is entirely content with her simple existence. This collection also features seven additional bonus chapters.