Yume de Mita Ano Ko no Tame ni

Yume de Mita Ano Ko no Tame ni was written and illustrated by Kei Sanbe, serialized in Kadokawa's Young Ace magazine starting in 2017. Following the global acclaim of his previous work, Erased, Sanbe returned to the psychological thriller genre to explore the long-term emotional consequences of trauma and the desperate quest for revenge. The narrative centers on a protagonist who lost his family in a mysterious tragedy and spends years searching for the perpetrator, creating a somber atmosphere that emphasizes Sanbe's signature style of meticulous pacing and intricate character development.

The series is noted for its exploration of justice and the heavy psychological weight carried by its lead character, Senri Nakajo. Sanbe designed the manga to delve into the darker facets of obsession, challenging the reader to sympathize with a protagonist whose singular goal is violent retribution. Critical reception has highlighted the work's ability to maintain suspense through complex narrative reveals, cementing Sanbe's reputation for crafting mature, emotionally resonant mystery stories that balance empathy with the harsh realities of criminal investigations.