Shūgorō Yamamoto's "The Living Genpachi," Depicting Samurai Pride, to Become a Film Starring Kento Yamazaki! Massive Reprint & Special Cover Decided

Shūgorō Yamamoto's short story collection "The Living Genpachi" (Shincho Bunko), published by Shincho-sha, will serve as the original work for director Daisaku Kimura's new film "Harakukukutte" (scheduled for release in 2027), starring actor Kento Yamazaki. To commemorate the film adaptation, a special Shincho Bunko edition with the film's visuals will be massively reprinted!

Special cover design for Shūgorō Yamamoto's "The Living Genpachi" (Shincho Bunko)

"The Living Genpachi" Depicts the Beautiful and Noble Lives of Samurai

In this work, master of historical novels Shūgorō Yamamoto portrays people who live straightforwardly, pursuing their beliefs despite their awkwardness. The characters, torn between friendship, love, and pride as samurai, choose the path they believe in, leaving behind a sometimes poignant, sometimes refreshing afterglow. It is a work that truly embodies the charm of Shūgorō Yamamoto's writing, valuing "righteousness" and "humanity."

Furthermore, this collection of works, which are both poignant and heartwarming, is an easy read for those new to historical novels. The paperback edition with the special film cover will be available at bookstores nationwide, so please pick it up and take a look!

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"Duels" Revived in Film

The thrilling scenes of "revenge," "assassination," and "duels," another appeal of this work, will be vividly revived as a film. Of particular note is director Kimura's commitment to realistic filming "without CG." It will be exciting to see how the scenes depicted by Shūgorō Yamamoto, including the crucial duel, are brought to life.

Star-Studded Cast

In addition, the film "Harakukukutte" brings together a cast of leading actors, from seasoned performers to popular young talents. Each actor exudes a solid presence, delicately portraying complex emotions such as friendship, conflict, and conviction. Attention will be paid not only to the powerful action scenes but also to the performances of the actors who support the depth of the human drama.

Book Contents

Hyōgo Genpachirō, who is even misunderstood as a coward for always returning alive from any fierce battle, continues to live on. Through his meticulous yet bold fighting style, the author strongly expresses his beliefs during the Pacific War, when "certain death" was advocated, in the title work of the "Nihon Fujōki" series. "Fujiro's Love," which depicts pursuing the path of the sword while being shocked by a mistaken love. Also includes "Risshun Namidabashi," "Gōketsu Bayari," and 9 other stories, for a total of 12 tales.

Included Works

Kumagai Jūrōza

Nishihimiji Magosuke

Ashigaru Yari Hitosuji

Fujiro's Love

Kikichigai

Shin Onna Kyō Shūgen

Risshun Namidabashi

Gōketsu Bayari

The Living Genpachi

Tora o Kōru Samurai

Roma Narashi

[Play Script] The Broken Picture

Author Introduction

Shūgorō Yamamoto (1903-1967)

Born in Yamanashi Prefecture. After graduating from Nishimae Elementary School in Yokohama, he lived as an apprentice at Shūgorō Yamamoto Shoten in Kobiki-cho, Tokyo. In 1926, "Sumidera Fūkin" was published in "Bungei Shunju," becoming his breakthrough work in the literary world. "Nihon Fujōki" was nominated for the Naoki Prize in the first half of 1943, but he declined the award. Since then, he continuously published masterpieces such as "Yanagibashi Monogatari," "Nebuké Chōjō," "Eiga Monogatari," "Momi no Ki wa Nokotta," "Aka Hige Shinryōtan," "Goban no Tsubaki," "Aobeka Monogatari," "Kūku Henreki," "Kisetsu no Nai Machi," "Sabu," and "Nagai Saka" until shortly before his death.

Book Data

[Title] The Living Genpachi

[Author] Shūgorō Yamamoto

[Publication Date] September 28, 1988

[Format] Shincho Bunko, 336 pages

[Price] 649 yen (tax included)

[ISBN] 978-4-10-113454-3

[URL] https://www.shinchosha.co.jp/book/113454/