Omori Seiko, Kodama, Recommended! “Chinpero”: A Forbidden Novel by the Genius Sakiko Kitamura, “A Family Destroyed” – Who Is the “Real Monster”?
Taiyo Tosho Co., Ltd. Press Release: October 16, 2025 To Members of the Press Seiko Omori, Kodama, recommended! “Chinpero” is a forbidden novel by the genius Sakiko Kitamura about a family that “broke apart.” Who is the “real monster”? Taiyo Tosho Co., Ltd. will release the novel “Chinpero” (by Sakiko Kitamura) on Friday, October 17th.
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Available at bookstores and online bookstores nationwide on October 17th. Cover illustration = Hideyasu Moto The secret password is, “Chuchuchukuchu no chinpero” When Yumiko returns to her parents’ home for the first time in 10 years, she witnesses her younger sister, Mariko, become a monster and a shut-in, and her broken family, who are controlled and behave like slaves by her. A new, forbidden novel by multi-talented singer, writer, and actress Sakiko Kitamura has finally been published. Includes a download code for Sakiko Kitamura’s unreleased song, “Chinpero’s Theme!” –My younger sister is getting Mom to beat up Grandma again. This is so weird. Why did I give birth to you? “It’s your fault that no one can love me.” This story dissolves that curse into time and words, giving me the strength to carry on. (Yasuko Omori/Super Singer) –Who is the real monster? Where is this family headed? You want to look away from the horrifying display of domination and subjugation within the family, but you can’t stop turning the pages. It’s long since broken, but they’re still clinging to the blood ties and illusion of family, paralyzing them. This book mercilessly exposes their shameful side and highlights human desires and weaknesses. The calm, emotionless narrative of the final chapter is a testament to the author’s compulsion to write this story. A family like this is impossible. Can we really say that?
(Kodama/Writer) Author Profile Sakiko Kitamura Born in Osaka Prefecture in 1985. Active as a singer-songwriter since high school. He has released five albums and one best-of album. He also composes music for films and plays, and appears as an actor. He has been writing a diary for 20 years.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/118288/184/118288-184-981a51a6f2d1659f1bbea9904d00489f-1916×2482.png Bibliographic information Title: “Chinpero” Release Date: October 17, 2025 Author: Sakiko Kitamura Published and distributed by: Taiyo Tosho Co., Ltd. Specifications: 192 pages, paperback, 46-size Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)
