Summary
Macabre manga master Junji Ito applys his singularly anxious touch to a comic book adaptation based on No Longer Human (Ningen Shikkaku in the original Japanese), a classic of modern Japanese literature written by Osamu Dazai. The poignant and fascinating story of a young man who is caught between the breakup of the traditions of a northern Japanese aristocratic family and the impact of Western ideas. Portraying himself as a failure, the protagonist of Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human narrates a seemingly normal life even while he feels himself incapable of understanding human beings. Oba Yozo’s attempts to reconcile himself to the world around him begin in early childhood, continue through high school, where he becomes a “clown” to mask his alienation, and eventually lead to a failed suicide attempt as an adult. Without sentimentality, he records the casual cruelties of life and its fleeting moments of human connection and tenderness.
About No Longer Human (Junji Itou)
The genre listing points to a story where the weight of the story sits in relationships and consequences rather than spectacle, training, ranked strength and fighting technique are central and it carries content intended for adult readers.
Starting No Longer Human (Junji Itou) from scratch means beginning at Chapter 1. It has been on the site since 21 September 2023. Every chapter between then and now is listed on the series page, in order.
| Alternative titles | Ningen Shikkaku (ITOU Junji), No Longer Human (ITOU Junji), 人間失格(伊藤润二) |
|---|---|
| Author | Junji Itou, Osamu Dazai |
| Type | Series |
| Genres | Drama, Martial Arts, Mature, Psychological, Seinen, Slice of Life |
| Chapters | 24 |
| Latest chapter | Chapter 24 [End] |
| Last updated | 15 February 2024 |
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How many chapters of No Longer Human (Junji Itou) are there?
No Longer Human (Junji Itou) currently has 24 chapters on MangaOwl. The list was last updated on 15 February 2024.
What is the latest chapter of No Longer Human (Junji Itou)?
The latest chapter listed is chapter 24, added on 15 February 2024.
Who wrote No Longer Human (Junji Itou)?
No Longer Human (Junji Itou) is credited to Junji Itou and Osamu Dazai.
What genre is No Longer Human (Junji Itou)?
It is listed under Drama, Martial Arts, Mature, Psychological, Seinen and Slice of Life.
What else is No Longer Human (Junji Itou) called?
It also appears as Ningen Shikkaku (ITOU Junji), No Longer Human (ITOU Junji) and 人間失格(伊藤润二).
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Start at Chapter 1, the first chapter listed. The series page carries every chapter in reading order.
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