Abstract

What are the hints for living left by Hatsume Sato, the Mother Teresa of books? A book of recipes and words filled with thoughts that overlap with life.

Author’s Information

Based on her volunteer work at the Hirosaki Catholic Church and the support group for a nursing home, she opened her home to the public in 1983 and opened "Hirosaki Ischia." In 1992, she opened "Forest Ischia" at the foot of Mount Iwaki. By unconditionally accepting all those who asked for help and sharing meals and living with them, she helped many people to start anew. Her activities were introduced in the film "Gaia Symphony No. 2," directed by Jin Tatsumura, released in 1995, and she continued to give lectures both in Japan and abroad. She received the Soroptimist International of America Award, the Soroptimist International Women's Volunteer Award, and the 48th To-o Award, among others. She is the author of numerous books. She passed away in February 2016.