Immersed in shame, a man, haunted by anxiety and a distorted view of happiness, descends into a dissolute existence, concealing his struggles behind a facade. Adapted from Osamu Dazai's poignant tale, this manga by Junji Itou delves into Yozo Oba's intricate inner turmoil, blending delicacy and grotesqueness to illuminate the depths of the human mind with chilling precision.