Dive into the poignant lives of three women navigating the complexities of modern-day Tokyo. 'Breasts and Eggs' tells the evocative story of Natsu and her quest for meaning in a society that marginalizes women. Her journey intersects with that of her sister, Makiko, who seeks breast enhancement surgery, and Makiko's daughter, Midoriko, who is rendered mute by the convoluted emergence into adolescence. Throughout this narrative, author Mieko Kawakami deftly explores themes of body image, the pressures of womanhood, and the pursuit of autonomy against the backdrop of Japan's rigid social landscape. Eight years apart twist their tales, leading Natsu to grapple with concepts of aging, identity, and childlessness, ultimately illuminating the struggle for personal peace and a future that each character can embrace as her own.