Claire Youmans first went to Japan in 1992 and was immediately captivated.  After years of travel and study, she continues to be charmed and amazed by a fascinating history and a culture that's both endearingly quirky and entirely unique. She is a retired lawyer who now lives in Tokyo. Her family, including her daughter and two grandsons, live in Seattle, USA.

In 2014, she started Tales of the Meiji Era with The Toki-Girl and the Sparrow-Boy's unparalleled blend of historical fantasy in the first book of the series, Coming Home.  She continues exploring the combination of history and folklore to share her love and fascination with a very different country and culture. 

Exciting adventures continue to unfold in this delightful fantastical yet historical world as social and political changes expand, technology explodes, and two very unusual children grow up.  



The Toki-Girl and the Sparrow-Boy

"Father is interested in your new clothing, Sensei." Renko looked up from her work as Yuta entered the kitchen.


"He is interested in the entire trip," Yuta said mildly. "He has asked me to attend, and through your generous efforts, I will be able to do so properly." He hadn't been gone more than ten minutes in human time, given the state of the dinner preparations. Where had he been? He knew he had visited the Dragon King's palace, but that seemed to be located in a place where time passed differently and space was only a minor inconvenience.


"I will begin the afternoon practice," he said. "Join me when dinner is cooking."


Chapter 93