Packed with Relatable 'You Know How It Is' Moments! Yuhi Komiyama's Definitive Essay Collection on Drinking Snacks, 'Tsumami Hyakkei,' Releases July 24

'Tsumami Hyakkei' by Yuhi Komiyama (Shobunsha)

Shobunsha Co., Ltd. will simultaneously release the hardcover and digital editions of 'Tsumami Hyakkei,' the first gourmet essay collection by Yuhi Komiyama of the band Hoff Dylan, on Friday, July 24, 2026.

Pre-orders are already available at bookstores nationwide and through online retailers.

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Book Description

Gyoza, leek and liver, spring rolls, itawasa (raw tuna on onion)—after achieving bestsellers with curry-themed books, Yuhi Komiyama now turns his attention to the familiar yet profound world of drinking snacks (tsumami).

From each well-known dish emerges personal eating philosophies, passionate obsessions, trivial yet unignorable debates, and the indescribable charm of people gathered around snacks.

Though the essays are about food, they gradually reveal human quirks and moods beyond the plate.

This is a book that will make your stomach growl and inspire you to grab a drink with someone.

[Table of Contents]

Itawasa / Atama / Gyoza / Leek and Liver / Mozuku / Pizza Toast / Hamburger Steak / Chirashi Sushi / Tarako / Spring Rolls / Yakisoba / Boiled Egg / Monja / Hot Dog / Cherry Tomato / Shumai / Dried Fish / Onigiri / Kinpira Gobo / Umeboshi / Butsu / Tanmen / Crab / Avocado / Ginger Pork / Sausage / Wonton / Tomato / Oshinko / Korokke / Curry / Fried Rice / Fried Egg / Salt from a Salty Dog / Pocky / Afterword

Author Profile

Yuhi Komiyama (born 1973 in Harajuku, Tokyo; graduated from Seijo University)

As keyboardist and vocalist of the music group Hoff Dylan—celebrating their 30th debut anniversary in 2026—he has produced numerous hit songs and CM jingles and remains active today.

Beyond music, he appears on various media such as 'Kodama Kunido Tokyo Kaigi' (BS Fuji) and 'Manmaru' (NHK Radio), and has ongoing columns in Bungeishunjū Online, Asahi Shimbun Digital, Tabelog Magazine, and Otona no Shumatsu Web. Known as the 'Gourmet Boss of the Music Industry,' his previous works include 'Delicious! Homemade Curry' (Asahi Shimbun Publishing) and 'New Introduction to Izakaya' (Mynavi Publishing).

He is also the longest-serving tourism ambassador for Shibuya Ward, his hometown.

A 52-year-old who loves alcohol, gourmet food (especially curry and soba), and Disney.

Author's Comment

'I set a personal rule: write one story a day for a month.'

With no commission or serialization in mind, I simply wrote what I wanted to write. I'm delighted that these essays have now become a book and will reach readers.

I hope this book can serve as a little snack for your everyday life.

—Yuhi Komiyama

Publication Details

Title: Tsumami Hyakkei by Yuhi Komiyama

Author: Yuhi Komiyama

Price: ¥1,700 + tax

Format: B6 paperback

Release Date: Friday, July 24, 2026

Cover Quote: From Hiroshi Arai

Publisher: Shobunsha

Shobunsha: https://www.shobunsha.co.jp/?p=9501

Special Website: https://hoff.jp/p/tsumami/

Hoff Dylan Official Site: https://hoff.jp/