Whose photograph does Kafka take with him when he runs away?

• A. His mother's
• B. His sister's
• C. His father's
• D. His friend's

Answer: (B)

Taking the sister’s photograph as he runs away gives the moment emotional weight: the image serves as a tangible link to family, innocence, and a future he hopes to protect. It grounds Kafka’s decision to leave by reminding him of his responsibility to his sister and the world they share, even as he steps into uncertainty. In Murakami’s storytelling, photographs carry memory and identity, so choosing her picture signals that his flight is driven by a personal bond and a wish to stay connected to her. A photo of a parent or a friend would point to different motivations or attachments, whereas the sister’s photo directly embodies the family connection at the heart of his choice.