Congratulations! 'In the Megachurch' Wins 2026 Japan Booksellers' Award!! Ryo Asai's Masterpiece 'Doushitemo Ikiteru' Now Available with New Cover!!
Gentosha Inc. has released a new edition of Ryo Asai's novel "Doushitemo Ikiteru" with a fresh cover. This release follows the success of Asai's "In the Megachurch," which won the 2026 Japan Booksellers' Award. The new edition aims to re-engage readers with this acclaimed work.
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Gentosha Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Toru Kenjo) has released a new edition of Ryo Asai's novel "Doushitemo Ikiteru."
Ryo Asai is once again drawing attention due to "In the Megachurch" winning the Honya Taisho (Japan Booksellers' Award). "Doushitemo Ikiteru," one of his representative works, is now available with a new cover.
A woman who identifies deceased accounts to feel secure. A salesman who gives up on his dreams and sells fraudulent insurance services. A temporary employee whose job is cut and drowns in a sea of videos... What emerges from various characters is the stifling nature of everyday life and inexpressible emotions. The author states, "I wanted to write a novel that would make me an accomplice in someone's life."
Since its publication, it has been a book that has resonated with many readers.
Currently, in conjunction with the new cover release, Gentosha Bunko's official SNS (@GentoshaBunko) is running a "daily posting project." They are re-delivering the charm of the work by introducing impressive passages from the book every day.
"Doushitemo Ikiteru" is spreading with a new look as a Ryo Asai work that readers want to read again now. Please pay attention to it.
Author's Comment
While writing these six stories, I keenly felt that "there are indeed emotions that can only be contained in a novel." These are works I love and cherish.
Work Content Introduction
When you want to die, there is no clear reason. The heart cannot find answers. ("Healthy Logic")
Home, work, dreams, past, present, future. Where should I stand so that I don't feel guilty about living? ("Transience")
What you look down on and mock is prolonging my life. ("To the 7 minutes and 24 seconds mark")
Society should change, but my current life cannot change. So I stopped thinking. ("Even if the wind blows")
My respected boss's S&M video was leaked. I felt as if the true location of pain was being shown. ("That's definitely going to hurt")
Gender, appearance, family environment. The lottery ticket you are given at birth cannot be tied to any branch. ("Lottery")
Six shocking stories that pierce the reader's heart are re-appearing in a new edition!
Author Profile
Ryo Asai (Asai Ryo)
Born in Gifu Prefecture in 1989. Novelist. Debuted in 2009 with "Kirishima, Bukatsu Yametette yo" (Kirishima, Quit the Club) which won the 22nd Shosetsu Subaru Newcomer Award. In 2013, "Nanimono" (Someone) won the 148th Naoki Prize; in 2014, "Sekai Chizu no Shitakaki" (Draft of a World Map) won the 29th Tsubota Joji Literary Award; in 2021, "Seiyoku" (Sexual Desire) won the 34th Shibata Renzaburo Award; and in 2026, "In the Megachurch" won the 23rd Honya Taisho. Other works include "Star" and "Seishokuki."
Ryo Asai is once again drawing attention due to "In the Megachurch" winning the Honya Taisho (Japan Booksellers' Award). "Doushitemo Ikiteru," one of his representative works, is now available with a new cover.
A woman who identifies deceased accounts to feel secure. A salesman who gives up on his dreams and sells fraudulent insurance services. A temporary employee whose job is cut and drowns in a sea of videos... What emerges from various characters is the stifling nature of everyday life and inexpressible emotions. The author states, "I wanted to write a novel that would make me an accomplice in someone's life."
Since its publication, it has been a book that has resonated with many readers.
Currently, in conjunction with the new cover release, Gentosha Bunko's official SNS (@GentoshaBunko) is running a "daily posting project." They are re-delivering the charm of the work by introducing impressive passages from the book every day.
"Doushitemo Ikiteru" is spreading with a new look as a Ryo Asai work that readers want to read again now. Please pay attention to it.
Author's Comment
While writing these six stories, I keenly felt that "there are indeed emotions that can only be contained in a novel." These are works I love and cherish.
Work Content Introduction
When you want to die, there is no clear reason. The heart cannot find answers. ("Healthy Logic")
Home, work, dreams, past, present, future. Where should I stand so that I don't feel guilty about living? ("Transience")
What you look down on and mock is prolonging my life. ("To the 7 minutes and 24 seconds mark")
Society should change, but my current life cannot change. So I stopped thinking. ("Even if the wind blows")
My respected boss's S&M video was leaked. I felt as if the true location of pain was being shown. ("That's definitely going to hurt")
Gender, appearance, family environment. The lottery ticket you are given at birth cannot be tied to any branch. ("Lottery")
Six shocking stories that pierce the reader's heart are re-appearing in a new edition!
Author Profile
Ryo Asai (Asai Ryo)
Born in Gifu Prefecture in 1989. Novelist. Debuted in 2009 with "Kirishima, Bukatsu Yametette yo" (Kirishima, Quit the Club) which won the 22nd Shosetsu Subaru Newcomer Award. In 2013, "Nanimono" (Someone) won the 148th Naoki Prize; in 2014, "Sekai Chizu no Shitakaki" (Draft of a World Map) won the 29th Tsubota Joji Literary Award; in 2021, "Seiyoku" (Sexual Desire) won the 34th Shibata Renzaburo Award; and in 2026, "In the Megachurch" won the 23rd Honya Taisho. Other works include "Star" and "Seishokuki."
FAQ
When was the new edition of 'Doushitemo Ikiteru' released?
The new edition of Ryo Asai's novel 'Doushitemo Ikiteru' has been released by Gentosha Inc.
What award did 'In the Megachurch' receive?
Ryo Asai's 'In the Megachurch' won the 2026 Japan Booksellers' Award.