Shayou

This manga adaptation presents a classic novel by Osamu Dazai, focusing on Kazuko, a determined young woman from a once-wealthy aristocratic family now facing poverty after World War II. The narrative explores her efforts to support her family as they relocate to the countryside and endure various hardships, including her brother's return as a drug addict, a difficult divorce, and the loss of a child. The story portrays her resilience amid societal upheaval, highlighting universal themes relevant to contemporary audiences.