Crossover: Pen name: Dazai Osamu, Omega Kasumigaoka

at the same time.

NicoNico also introduced the concept of 'Anime Premium Membership'.

However, according to Kitahara Makoto's strategy.

The premium membership is currently free just by logging in, meaning you can watch these three anime series anytime, anywhere without spending any money.

His goal is to first take over the market.

Once they have secured absolute power.

We'll see how we manage the users then.

He's the one who makes all the decisions.

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Chapter 48: Film and Television Adaptation Rights of "No Longer Human"

It was Saturday noon again.

A privately owned restaurant in Tokyo.

Kitahara Makoto pushed open the door to the private room and was greeted by Yamamoto Kazuto, the editor-in-chief of Shinchosha, and a middle-aged man in a suit with a thin face.

Upon seeing Kitahara Makoto, the two immediately stood up to greet him.

"Teacher Kitahara." x2

Kitahara nodded.

"Editor-in-Chief Yamamoto."

"Producer Yano.".

The three of them then sat down at the dinner table.

The restaurant staff began serving the dishes, and a variety of colorful, fragrant, and delicious dishes filled the table.

The three of them ate and talked about business.

"Producer Yano wants to buy the film and television adaptation rights to 'No Longer Human'?"

Kitahara Makoto got straight to the point.

Before he arrived, Yamamoto Kazuto had already informed him of Yano Mikio's purpose.

Mikio Yano is one of the giants of the Japanese film industry and a producer at Toho Co., Ltd.

The purpose of this trip is to adapt "No Longer Human" into a film.

Thanks to Kitahara Makoto's fame and the overseas popularity of "Norwegian Wood".

The popularity of "No Longer Human" also increased significantly throughout Japan.

This is an IP film with a fan base based on the original work.

If you film it, the chances of making money are very high.

Therefore, many people have their eyes on the film and television adaptation rights of "No Longer Human".

However, Mikio Yano was the first to strike.

"Yes, Kitahara-sensei."

Yano Mikio said very sincerely.

"I personally love the book 'No Longer Human'. I've read it over and over again at least five times. The more I read it, the more I like the story, so I want to bring it to the big screen."

"This time, my production budget is 300 million yen, and I am willing to pay 30 million yen for the adaptation rights. I hope Mr. Kitahara Makoto can grant my request."

Yano Mikio adopted a very humble attitude.

However, Kitahara Shin was used to this kind of thing.

Since he became famous, no one has put on airs or acted arrogantly in front of him anymore.

Even the biggest businessmen and high-ranking government officials treat him as an equal in any interaction.

This is also why he became a literary writer instead of a commercial writer.

Kitahara Makoto pondered for a moment, and out of respect for Toho behind Yano Mikio, decided to give him a chance.

Moreover, adapting a book into a movie will boost book sales after its release, which will also benefit the original author.

So he said.

"Okay, but I want a supporting actress role!"

He reserved it for 'Sakurajima Mai'.

My girlfriend really likes this book.

Now that "No Longer Human" is being made into a movie, she would be very happy to play a role in it.

As for why she isn't the female protagonist, it's because the female protagonist in the book is a young woman in her thirties or forties.

Mai Sakurajima is too young; she doesn't have that sense of age and experience, so she can't play the role yet.

Yano Mikio asked cautiously.

"May I ask who's in the cast?"

"Sakurajima Mai!"

Yano Mikio asked with some surprise.

"Is it that young actor who starred in a Taiga drama and was once very popular?"

"She's Kitahara-sensei's?"

"My girlfriend."

Kitahara Makoto said bluntly.

No matter where you are.

It all comes down to identity and background.

Especially in the entertainment industry, where unspoken rules, drinking parties, and entertainment are rampant...

Artists have no status or dignity whatsoever in the face of capital.

But now that he has the identity of his girlfriend.

Given his current status and influence.

Let's not even talk about making Mai Sakurajima a huge star.

But it was more than enough to protect her.

It gives her the right and confidence to refuse unreasonable things.

As her boyfriend, Kitahara Makoto was still very considerate of Sakurajima Mai.

"Okay, no problem. Mai Sakurajima will play the third female lead."

Yano Mikio put his worries to rest.

As long as they're not complete novices who have never acted before, it's fine.

Moreover, Mai Sakurajima was once a very popular celebrity.

It still has a considerable following.

With her involved, the film will be more secure.

Thinking about it this way, Yano Mikio was even happier.

Kitahara Makoto wasn't making any demands at all; he was clearly helping her out!

After confirming the intention to cooperate, we had lunch and returned to Shincho-sha, whereupon we immediately called someone to look at the contract.

After confirming that everything was correct, Kitahara Makoto signed his name on the contract.

Thirty million yen, for five years.

If Toho doesn't make a film adaptation of "No Longer Human" within those five years...

The copyright will expire automatically.

After signing the contract, Mikio Yano immediately took his leave and began preparing for the film crew's production.

Kitahara Makoto was kept behind by Yamamoto Kazuto to discuss some matters related to the release of "White Night".

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Toho + Makoto Kitahara + No Longer Human

The news that Toho was going to adapt "No Longer Human" into a movie quickly spread throughout the entertainment industry.

This quickly attracted the attention of a large number of artists and management companies.

After all, a project prepared by a large company and adapted from a popular work with a fan base has a high probability of success.

Such a delicious pancake, clearly visible to the naked eye.

In the entertainment industry, where there are far more monks than porridge, everyone naturally wants a piece of the pie.

Many agents and artists began actively gathering information...

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Chapter 49: J-Master, "White Night Walk" Released

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On the set of a TV station.

Mai Sakurajima's manager held the phone, listening to Mikio Yano's voice on the other end, and kept speaking respectfully.

"Okay, Producer Yano, don't worry, I'm available, I'm available..."

After hanging up the phone, the female manager looked excitedly at Mai Sakurajima who was walking towards her.

"Mai-chan, I have good news!"

"What good news?"

Mai Sakurajima, who had just finished work, looked somewhat tired.

"Toho Studios is going to adapt Makoto Kitahara's novel 'No Longer Human' into a film."

"Dongbao has sent us an invitation to play the third female lead."

The female agent said somewhat excitedly.

Although she was only the third female lead.

But this is the big screen!

Previously, Mai Sakurajima could only appear in various TV dramas.

But now, as long as you appear in a Toho film, you've basically stepped into the ranks of film actors.

It's important to know that there's a big difference between movie actors and TV drama actors.

In terms of status alone, the global entertainment industry generally considers film actors to be superior to television actors.

Because movies have a global reach.

Television dramas, on the other hand, can only be disseminated within the local area.

Therefore, only by acting in movies can one become a superstar.

For Mai Sakurajima's acting career...

Being able to star in a film produced by a film giant like Toho is of extraordinary significance and can greatly advance her career.