New Release of 'Ashita no Meii 4' on April 22nd: A Popular Medical Series Written by a Practicing Doctor!
The fourth installment of the medical entertainment series 'Ashita no Meii' by practitioner-author Yu Fujinoki will be released. It depicts the struggle of an obstetrician facing his lover's illness and the delicacies of the Izu Peninsula.
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The latest volume of the popular series 'Ashita no Meii 4', written by a practicing physician, will be published on April 22nd!
~The 4th installment of the award-winning series that depicts the further steps taken by a young doctor~
The ideals and reality of doctors. What heals their exhaustion from tough days is delicious food. This newly written series leads the medical entertainment of the Reiwa era!!
'It's a shame she got sick, but I'm glad it's in our area of expertise.' Touko glanced this way. 'Hojo will definitely manage somehow, so don't worry.' (From the text)
■Previous Synopsis
[Vol. 1]
Obstetrician Mamoru Hojo, aiming to be a laparoscopic professional at a university hospital, was ordered to transfer to the remote Izu Central Hospital (Izunaka). While initially discouraged by the apparent 'demotion,' he grows under the guidance of unique senior doctors and finds vitality in the rich seafood and mountain products of the Izu Peninsula.
[Vol. 2]
Hojo decides to stay at the perinatal center to learn more. A laparoscopic specialist, Eisuke Kaizaki, joins the team. Despite his arrogant nature, his skills are top-notch. A pregnant woman with cancer is transported to the hospital, and the team unites to face this challenge.
[Vol. 3]
Hojo succeeds in a laparoscopic surgery for an emergency patient. Kaizaki is ordered by Professor Saigusa to 'create a system' for more such surgeries. Meanwhile, trainee Yumie Asagaya trembles with pressure during her first C-section. The volume also covers a lively year-end party for the staff.
■This Volume
Saya Orihara, Hojo's girlfriend working as a nurse in Tokyo, visits Izu for a vacation. However, Hojo discovers she has a serious illness. 'As a doctor, can I use a scalpel on the body of my loved one?' Hojo agonizes amidst conflict with Saya's father, Koichiro. Meanwhile, his mentor Seiichi Tagawa makes a secret decision. This 4th volume, featuring Izu's gourmet, depicts the ensemble drama of unique doctors and the paths chosen by two physicians.
■Author Profile
Yu Fujinoki: Obstetrician, PhD. Debuted in 2021 with 'Magiwa no Gohan.' Won the Jiro Kitagami Original Bunko Award in 2023 for 'Ashita no Meii.'
■Book Data
Title: Ashita no Meii 4 - Respective Decisions
Author: Yu Fujinoki
Release Date: April 22
Format: Bunko (Paperback)
Price: 737 yen (tax included)
~The 4th installment of the award-winning series that depicts the further steps taken by a young doctor~
The ideals and reality of doctors. What heals their exhaustion from tough days is delicious food. This newly written series leads the medical entertainment of the Reiwa era!!
'It's a shame she got sick, but I'm glad it's in our area of expertise.' Touko glanced this way. 'Hojo will definitely manage somehow, so don't worry.' (From the text)
■Previous Synopsis
[Vol. 1]
Obstetrician Mamoru Hojo, aiming to be a laparoscopic professional at a university hospital, was ordered to transfer to the remote Izu Central Hospital (Izunaka). While initially discouraged by the apparent 'demotion,' he grows under the guidance of unique senior doctors and finds vitality in the rich seafood and mountain products of the Izu Peninsula.
[Vol. 2]
Hojo decides to stay at the perinatal center to learn more. A laparoscopic specialist, Eisuke Kaizaki, joins the team. Despite his arrogant nature, his skills are top-notch. A pregnant woman with cancer is transported to the hospital, and the team unites to face this challenge.
[Vol. 3]
Hojo succeeds in a laparoscopic surgery for an emergency patient. Kaizaki is ordered by Professor Saigusa to 'create a system' for more such surgeries. Meanwhile, trainee Yumie Asagaya trembles with pressure during her first C-section. The volume also covers a lively year-end party for the staff.
■This Volume
Saya Orihara, Hojo's girlfriend working as a nurse in Tokyo, visits Izu for a vacation. However, Hojo discovers she has a serious illness. 'As a doctor, can I use a scalpel on the body of my loved one?' Hojo agonizes amidst conflict with Saya's father, Koichiro. Meanwhile, his mentor Seiichi Tagawa makes a secret decision. This 4th volume, featuring Izu's gourmet, depicts the ensemble drama of unique doctors and the paths chosen by two physicians.
■Author Profile
Yu Fujinoki: Obstetrician, PhD. Debuted in 2021 with 'Magiwa no Gohan.' Won the Jiro Kitagami Original Bunko Award in 2023 for 'Ashita no Meii.'
■Book Data
Title: Ashita no Meii 4 - Respective Decisions
Author: Yu Fujinoki
Release Date: April 22
Format: Bunko (Paperback)
Price: 737 yen (tax included)