Synopsis: Yamikin Ushijima-kun

Over the last several decades, Japan has emerged as a prominent leader in Asia, recognized for its remarkable accomplishments in science, technology, medicine, quality of life, and numerous other areas. However, despite the presence of many wealthy and accomplished Japanese individuals, a larger number are caught in a relentless battle to earn enough to meet their everyday living expenses, while also grappling with perilous and costly addictions such as gambling and alcoholism. What actions will these impoverished and struggling people take when they find themselves in need of funds to satisfy their insatiable desires, which are an inherent aspect of human nature? Just how dire and perilous could their circumstances become if they were to fall victim to the traps set by *yamikin*, the loan sharks lurking in the shadows of the Japanese financial realm, whose sole objective is to ensnare these vulnerable souls? Adapted into film and a J-Drama. - **Won the 56th Shogakukan Manga Award for General Manga in 2011** - **Won the 23rd Japan Media Arts Festival Social Impact Award in 2020**