Before I packed up my life and moved to Japan, before the fresh start and new beginnings, there were the men I met along the way. The One Who Wasn’t the One is the untold prequel—the stories of fleeting connections, unexpected lessons, and the relationships that shaped my journey.

At the heart of it is R—a guy I met by complete chance, passing by on a high-speed train. One moment, one encounter, and yet, it set everything in motion.

From brief sparks to heartbreaks, from what-if moments to lessons I didn’t know I needed, this book is a reflection on love, timing, and the people who come into our lives for a reason—even if they’re not meant to stay.

A story of chance, connection, and the ones who came before.

Perfect for fans of personal memoirs, travel love stories, and self-discovery.