No Longer Human

A haunting Japanese masterpiece of alienation, identity, and the human condition.

First published in 1948, No Longer Human stands as Osamu Dazai’s most celebrated and tragic work—an unflinching exploration of self-destruction and the struggle to belong. Told through a series of confessional notebooks, the novel follows Yozo Oba, a man who hides his true self behind masks of charm and humor, even as he spirals into isolation, addiction, and despair.

Written with piercing honesty and poetic precision, Dazai captures the universal feeling of being disconnected from society and oneself. Often compared to the works of Franz Kafka and Albert Camus, No Longer Human is both deeply personal and profoundly philosophical—a timeless portrait of the human soul in crisis.

Why You’ll Love This Book:

• A cornerstone of modern Japanese literature

• Perfect for fans of existential and psychological fiction

• Beautifully written, introspective, and emotionally raw

• A must-read for collectors of classic and translated literature

Genre: Japanese Literature | Existential Fiction | Classic Novel
Author: Osamu Dazai

Bring home one of Japan’s most influential novels—a book that continues to resonate with readers around the world who’ve ever questioned what it means to be “human.”