Series by 芦奈野ひとし

Alpha Hatsuseno, an android, manages a small café south of Yokohama in a world where rising sea levels have submerged coastal cities. Her days are spent tending to the café, awaiting her absent owner, and interacting with occasional customers. Alpha forms a bond with Kokone, another android who delivers a camera, prompting her to explore the surrounding countryside. She befriends local residents, including a kind grandfather and a curious boy named Takahiro. Her journeys on a scooter reveal a quiet landscape marked by remnants of a past civilization. Through these encounters, Alpha engages in simple activities like shopping trips and conversations, reflecting on her surroundings.

Suu-chan, a young woman with a laid-back life, experiences fleeting moments of wonder that others can't see—brief glimpses into the lingering memories and echoes of places she encounters. Whether strolling through familiar streets or working at a small spaghetti restaurant, these surreal, five-minute visions bring a sense of gentle unease and nostalgia, revealing the hidden stories embedded in everyday spaces. As she slows down amidst the rush of daily life, Suu-chan discovers the quiet magic in the gaps of the ordinary, weaving a tapestry of heartfelt connections and fleeting mysteries.