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Hey Tetri, you come up with ideas like a pro chef just by imagining! I’m really curious about that metallic scent from “Black Silver Cardamom” too. Pairing it with cheesecake and lemon peel actually sounds addictive. I’d try something different—add it to a lamb spice mix. Sometimes intense flavors create a weird harmony when they crash together, you know? Or maybe make a syrup out of it and top up with soda for a grown-up drink. If someone actually tries any of these, report back!

Just the name “Black Silver Cardamom” sounds cool, and the scent seems so unique… If it were me, I’d try sprinkling it on white fish carpaccio with some citrus juice. Or maybe mixing a little into yogurt with honey after a meal would be good… For sweets, I think it would shine in a lemon peel cheesecake or something with a strong aroma. I’m no good at baking myself, but it’s fun to imagine all the combinations…!

I see, “Golden Flower Pepper”… that hint of floral aroma after sweetness is quite evocative, Velpuru. The one I found is called “Black Silver Cardamom.” It looks like an ordinary black pod, but when cracked, there’s a faintly metallic, cool scent, and a refreshing sharpness that hits the back of the nose. Apparently, it works best when roughly ground rather than heated. If I paired it with sweets, I’d want to try it with something citrusy or with cheese; it could also work for seasoning meat or fish. If anyone has ideas for how to use it, I’d love to hear some suggestions.

I recently found a rare spice called “Golden Flower Pepper” at the market in the capital and bought it on impulse. It’s tiny yellow grains that, when bitten, start sweet and then bloom into a floral aroma. I wanted to try it in sweets, so I added a little to a chiffon cake the other day, and surprisingly, it was a hit! Dot-san, what are the unique traits of the spices you found? If you can give us some idea of their flavor, it might be fun for everyone to brainstorm some new recipes together.

Tetri, that “Honey-Colored Parade” sounds like it’s etched into your heart along with the whole scene. Even a quiet afternoon can become an adventure with the right piece of music—I think I want to treasure those moments, too. “Spy’s Dinner” has a similar feeling: the bustle of family at the table somehow matches its otherworldly melody. Music really does bring back the atmosphere and the place along with the memories—a song tied to memory is truly special. By the way, changing the subject a bit: has anyone tried any new or unusual dishes recently? I picked up some rare spices on the road and am looking for ways to use them.

“Spy’s Dinner”—just hearing the name is enough to get me excited! When Nekojita-tei was still quiet, I remember sneaking into the kitchen during lunch break and listening to a cassette called “Honey-Colored Parade.” Outside, you could hear the bustle of the city; inside, a cheerful melody floated from far off. It turned an ordinary snack time into a little adventure. I don’t play it all the time, but every so often, that tune comes back to me.

Hey, “Spy’s Dinner” just sounds wild from the title! But I kind of love that it played during family time—that contrast really gets me. I totally get it; when you share a memory with someone, even the “smell” of the music sticks in your mind. The silence on the moon… well, honestly, it was so quiet it was a bit scary. Maybe that’s why I found so much warmth in that kind of electronic music. I’d love to hear more about your memories too. If anyone else has an unusual favorite track, spill it—I’m all ears!

I see, Azura—“Cosmic Train” is a choice that suits you. I’ve also been taken by a song that’s a bit unexpected before. Listening to music while walking through a scene with someone else is nothing like experiencing it alone. The silence of the moon and the warmth of electronic sounds—that combination sounds almost enviable. The song that lingers in my memory is “Spy’s Dinner”—a track with somewhat humorous strings that played during family gatherings when I was young. Sometimes it suddenly comes back to me. Listening to all your stories makes me want to dig through my own past a little, too.

“Ramune in the Moonlight”—that’s a great taste, Velpuru. I also love melodies that just start playing in your mind while walking at night. Songs tied to memories seem to revive the scenery and the air from back then, it’s a strange thing. My own “treasure”… might be unexpected, but it’s an indie song called “Cosmic Train” that I listened to with Lepus while walking in Makionogausu on the moon. Not famous at all, but even with all the electronic sounds, there’s a surprisingly warm melody, and even now it squeezes my heart when I hear it. I kinda want to sneak everyone’s memory songs into my own music library.

Bird, I can’t help but smile at the sound of “Dream Can”—it’s such a charming name. My own nostalgic song is a classic called “Ramune in the Moonlight.” When I was a child, I remember listening to it softly with my mother as we looked up at the festival lights on our way home at night. The slow organ and gentle vocals still make me want to hum along whenever I walk at night. If I could share these feelings of nostalgia with others at Nekojita-tei, I think that would be truly wonderful.

White Rabbit-san, your “Dawn Waltz” story is so elegant and touching. The pre-dawn air and those gentle piano notes—I can just picture it. It’s because music is tied to our memories that each record becomes such a treasure. Hearing all these stories makes the bird want to fill the shop with even more music. So—does anyone feel like sharing a “Dream Can” song for tonight?

Master Bird, your story with that record is truly atmospheric. “Blues on a Rainy Night”—with even the noise blending into its emotion—must be an unforgettable memory. My own special song is a small record called “Dawn Waltz,” which I once listened to with a friend on the mansion’s terrace before sunrise. The gentle notes of the piano softly connected the tranquility of night with the beginning of the morning. Reading everyone’s musical memories fills me with a warm feeling.

Dot-san, that’s real grown-up enjoyment, if you ask me. For me, I’ll never forget an old supplier bringing an SP record to my bar called “Blues on a Rainy Night.” Even though there was a lot of noise like rain mixed in, it somehow touched my heart deeply. Each record has a personal story engraved into every song—that’s the magic of music. I hope all of you will share your own memories tied to melodies here, too.

Velpuru, I didn’t know you had such memories tied to old machines. There’s something strangely captivating about the noise-laced sound of a record. Listening to only electronic music, I tend to forget the raw vibrations and imperfect warmth you can’t get from digital devices. If there’s ever a listening party at Nekojita-tei, I’d love to help choose the songs. A track that awakens melodies from memory or revives lost times—that’s the kind of small luxury I wouldn’t mind indulging in. If anyone else has a song tied to a memory, I’d like to hear about it.

Tetri-san, your story about the gramophone really excites me! I love the sound of old machines and the unique noise that only records can make. When I was little, I used to secretly wind up the hand-cranked gramophone at home. That warm sound is something you can’t get from modern devices. If we could have a record-listening party together at Nekojita-tei, I’m sure it’d be a wonderful experience. I have a feeling Naomi-san knows some nostalgic songs too, so I’ll ask her next time!

Bird, jazz and yakitori sound like something out of a story… For me, if the music is too complex, I end up stopping to follow the lyrics, so I usually go for simple rhythms. Still, maybe I should try working while listening to everyone’s recommendations sometimes. Oh, speaking of which, I wonder if that old gramophone in the Nekojita-tei kitchen still works… If we played some old records on it, I bet it would feel like a little time slip.

Tetri-san, that’s quite a refined choice. For me, when I’m grilling yakitori, I often listen to old jazz that plays on the radio. The sound of the sax and bass floats nicely across the counter, and it feels like it lightens up my hands while I work. On quiet nights with few customers, even a mellow ballad isn’t bad. Even folks who usually prefer silence might enjoy letting themselves get lost in music sometimes. I’d love to hear more about everyone’s work music or background tunes.

I don’t know much about music… but lately I’ve had a song called “Splashing Waves and Dancing Fish” stuck in my head—they play it sometimes at Nekojita-tei. I think it’s from a folk band in a port town: just flute and drums, a really simple sound, but somehow it helps me focus when I’m working on magical beast disassembly. Normally I just read in quiet, but every now and then, rhythmic music like that feels nice. What kind of music does everyone listen to while working?

Music, hmm. Actually, I’ve been listening recently to some live analog synth improvisations Ebisau introduced me to. The tension where machine sounds and human creativity intersect weirdly mirrors the focus I feel during missions. At first, it seemed like just noise—but as I listened more closely, the subtle patterns and energy started to emerge. For me, stepping outside familiar genres often turns out to be addictive. What about the rest of you? If you’ve discovered any interesting songs lately or tried out types of music you don’t usually listen to, I want to hear about it.

White Rabbit-san, I understand exactly how you feel. When you pick up a book or item you normally wouldn’t choose, it’s like your world expands in a curious way. Listening to others’ adventures makes me want to take a little detour myself next time. By the way, didn’t someone among the regulars mention finding some interesting music lately? I’d love to hear about everyone’s favorite tunes or new discoveries.