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NEWS: J-Novel Club Adds 9 Light Novels, 8 Manga

An incredibly popular light novel series, "Kata Inaka no Ojisan, Kenshi ni Naru" (The Middle-Aged Man from the Countryside Becomes a Sword Saint), has taken the literary world by storm, amassing an astonishing 3 million copies sold for its manga adaptation in just three volumes. This work has gained such immense popularity that it rivals even the likes of iconic series like "Spy family" and "Jujutsu Kaisen" in terms of sales. The story follows the journey of Beryl, a middle-aged martial arts instructor from a rural area, who suddenly finds himself propelled into the spotlight and recognized for his incredible martial skills after living a quiet, unassuming life. The series is notable for its impressive battle scenes, showcasing Beryl's remarkable combat abilities, and for its well-developed portrayal of a mature, relatable protagonist. Additionally, the series incorporates elements of a harem, as Beryl's talented disciples, mostly female, add depth and interest to the narrative. The manga adaptation is praised for its captivating storytelling, and with its growing popularity, an anime adaptation seems likely in the near future.

From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman is actually an incredibly popular work in Japan right now (or more specifically it's manga adaptation)]