Kyō Yoneshiro Brings Junichirō Tanizaki's Classic Novel 'Naomi' to Life with a Manga Adaptation
We are thrilled to announce: Kyō Yoneshiro, the illustrator of beloved series such as Kakegurui and Kemono Jihen, is adapting one of the classics of Japanese literature into a manga. The new manga, titled Netsuzō: Chijin no Ai (Falsification: A Fool's Love), is based on Junichirō Tanizaki's famous 1924 novel Naomi. According to the official announcement, the series will begin publication on August 3rd (2026) in Japan.
Tanizaki's Naomi (original title Chijin no Ai) tells the story of an engineer's obsessive love for a young and seductive waitress, set in the turbulent atmosphere of modernizing Japan. The novel explores themes of moral decay, Westernization, and desire, while also offering a sharp critique of the social changes of the era. The work is considered one of the most important pieces of Japanese literature and has been adapted into numerous films and stage plays. However, this is not the first time Tanizaki's masterpiece has been brought to life in manga format; it has been adapted by different artists in the past, but Yoneshiro's interpretation is particularly anticipated.
Kyō Yoneshiro is a talent known for the dark and stylized artwork in Kakegurui. He is also the creator of a supernatural and mystery-filled series like Kemono Jihen. The artist's drawing style, which adds depth to characters with dynamic and sharp lines, seems to be a fantastic match for Tanizaki's psychologically tense story. The fact that Yoneshiro has not previously undertaken literary adaptations makes this project even more exciting. Fans are eagerly awaiting how Naomi will turn into a visual feast in his hands.
When the first chapter of Netsuzō: Chijin no Ai is published on August 3rd, it will be a must-see moment for both Yoneshiro followers and Japanese literature enthusiasts. There is no concrete information yet on where the manga will be published, but it will most likely start its journey in one of the popular digital or print magazines in Japan. Licensing agreements for English or other languages for readers worldwide are also expected to be announced soon. In short, we are facing one of the most notable manga launches of this summer.
