Beschreibung
The heartfelt manga tells a story of cultural differences and homophobia — and has become a modern classic.
Divorced Jaiči is raising his daughter Kanu, with whom he lives in the suburbs of Tokyo. One day, a sturdy Canadian named Mike appears on their doorstep. As if that weren't shocking enough, Mike claims to be the widower of Jaiči's twin Ryōji. Mike would like to get to know his husband's family and learn more about his past, as well as Japanese customs and cuisine. Initially reluctant, Jaiči takes him in and is confronted with his own prejudices. Thanks in part to Kanu, who immediately takes a liking to the 'Canadian teddy bear,' Jaiči realizes that he hardly knew his brother, with whom he stopped seeing after his coming out.
The story of cultural differences, homophobia, and the universal desire for family has become one of the most acclaimed comics in recent years and has contributed to the modern perception of manga in the West.
Divorced Jaiči is raising his daughter Kanu, with whom he lives in the suburbs of Tokyo. One day, a sturdy Canadian named Mike appears on their doorstep. As if that weren't shocking enough, Mike claims to be the widower of Jaiči's twin Ryōji. Mike would like to get to know his husband's family and learn more about his past, as well as Japanese customs and cuisine. Initially reluctant, Jaiči takes him in and is confronted with his own prejudices. Thanks in part to Kanu, who immediately takes a liking to the 'Canadian teddy bear,' Jaiči realizes that he hardly knew his brother, with whom he stopped seeing after his coming out.
The story of cultural differences, homophobia, and the universal desire for family has become one of the most acclaimed comics in recent years and has contributed to the modern perception of manga in the West.
Information
Author: Tagame Gengoró
Publication date: 2. September 2025
Manufacturer: Host - vydavatelství, s. r. o.
Genres: Comic book, Books
Type: Books - paperback
Pages: 425
ISBN/EAN: 9788027525256