The Mouse's Wedding

In a quiet household where danger may come in the form of a prowling cat, the white mouse Kanemochi and his wife, Onaga, have built a peaceful life through caution and good sense. Now their gentle son, Fukutaro, is old enough to marry, and his parents arrange a match with Hatsuka, the lovely daughter of their relative Chudayu.

The story follows the careful preparations for this traditional wedding, from formal gifts and clothing to the bride’s solemn lessons in family duty. With relatives gathering, servants preparing the way, and the bride arriving in a decorated palanquin, the ceremony unfolds with warmth, dignity, and a touch of miniature grandeur. Listeners will enjoy this charming glimpse into Japanese customs as seen through the lives of an affectionate mouse family seeking prosperity, harmony, and a happy future for their son.