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The book is about the life story of Tomohiro Hoshino, a gymnast in his early twenties, that had a fatal accident that caused him to be paralyzed from his neck down. Tomohiro did not let his situation hinder him from finding happiness and success. Although, he had a disability he pursued another passion he had as a child, painting. Through his passion, Tomohiro achieves awards and inspires all of Japan with his creations. In his years of being disabled Tomohiro discovers the beauty of the environment and the humble pleasure in minimal living. In his autobiography, Here So Close But I Didn’t Know, Tomohiro aims to aspire all ages to strive for peace of mind in contentment. Tomihiro endures more physical hardship in his lifetime than the average

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