As of April 2026, there is release of
While an official English edition was never released by mainstream publishers, specific versions and community efforts exist:
You can find the original Japanese text on the Internet Archive or purchase the Japanese Kindle Edition .
High-definition scans (minimum 300 DPI) to preserve the texture of the original paper and ink. Searchable PDF or high-quality CBR/CBZ.
The book was released by without the consent of the victims' families, sparking a massive ethical debate in Japan regarding free speech versus the rights of victims . It provides graphic details of the 1997 Kobe child murders and the author's subsequent time in a medical juvenile facility . Alternative "Zekka" Titles
