Is Sekai kara neko ga kietanara based on a book?

Common questions

Is Sekai kara neko ga kietanara based on a book?

Yes. Sekai kara neko ga kietanara is based on the book If Cats Disappeared from the World by Genki Kawamura (2012).

Who wrote the book Sekai kara neko ga kietanara is based on?

If Cats Disappeared from the World was written by Genki Kawamura and first published in 2012.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read If Cats Disappeared from the World before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.