The novel explores the origin of Ryuji Takayama and uncovers a secret involving his mother, Takayama Mizuho , who is revealed to be the same person as Yamamura Shizuko (Sadako's mother).
The Quest for an English Translation of Koji Suzuki's Tide Koji Suzuki is a name that resonates with horror fans worldwide. As the author of the seminal Ring series, he is often hailed as the Stephen King of Japan. His ability to blend psychological dread with modern technology changed the landscape of Japanese horror, or J-Horror, forever. However, for English-speaking fans, there has been a lingering frustration regarding one specific title in his bibliography: Tide (Taido). This novel serves as a crucial piece of the Ring universe, yet its journey into the English language has been long and complicated. koji suzuki tide english translation