How to get rid of M.search1.mobi redirect from Chrome, Firefox, IE Mai and the Missing Melon Tan Van Cao on Reels Facebook How to get rid of M.search1.mobi redirect from Chrome, Firefox, IE. Mai and the Missing Melon is an exploration of Japanese food, culture, and history that celebrates the special relationship between a child, her grandmother, and the power of kindness. Perfect for kids aged 3 7, this delightful tale is penned by Sonoko Sakai, the author of Japanese Home Cooking. This charming story invites readers on a journey through rural 1960s Japan. Follow a little girl named Mai as she travels on the Enoden train, passing by oceanside vistas filled with fishers, en route to her grandmother's classic, shrine like homeknown affectionately as obachama. Loosely based on an event from Sonoko's childhood, Mai's adventure begins with her wish to share a sweet muskmelon with her obachama. However, the melon is lost on the train. Obachama reassures Mai by sharing the Japanese folktale of The Stone Buddhas, highlighting the power of good intentions. As the story unfolds, Mai learns from the train station master that the melon has been recovered. She and her obachama finally enjoy the sweet muskmelon together. This endearing narrative explores the cherished bond between a young girl and her grandmothertwo great friends despite the age gap. The expressive artwork beautifully transports readers through the landscapes of Japanese countryside, sea, bamboo forests, and temples, all inspired by the author's own childhood memories.