A Kirkus Reviews Best Books of the 21st Century (So Far) Selection!A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children's Books of the Past 20 Years Selection! The first in a wonderfully imaginative series about two girls that is marked by revealing and lyrical small details.The first book in a completely charming series by a well-known Japanese author and illustrator, Chirri & Chirra introduces two girl characters who go on wonderful adventures together through the natural world.Vibrant, lively, and astonishingly sweet in a pure, unsentimental way, these pages present us with relatable children, small animals, lots of food, atmosphere, and many mysteries.