'Namiya General Store' Ryu Seung-ryong pays tribute to the late Keigo Higashino

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Actor Ryu Seung-ryong paid tribute to the late Japanese author Keigo Higashino.

On the 28th, Ryu shared a post from Munhakdongne honoring Higashino on his personal account, expressing his condolences.

Notably, Ryu appeared in Disney+'s fantasy drama 'Namiya General Store,' which is based on Higashino's original work, suggesting that his tribute was an expression of respect and admiration for the author.

'The Miracle of Namiya General Store' is a fantasy drama transcending time and space, depicting three young thieves who hide in the 'Namiya General Store,' which closed 40 years ago, and begin responding to letters from the past. The series will be released on Disney+.

The cast includes Ryu Seung-ryong, along with Kim Hye-yoon, Moon Sang-min, Lee Chae-min, and Yoon Kyung-ho.

Meanwhile, Keigo Higashino, Japan's leading mystery novelist, passed away after battling colon cancer at the age of 68. On the 27th, Kodansha Publishing announced via its official website: "Keigo Higashino passed away from colon cancer in the early hours of the 23rd. The funeral was held as a private family ceremony. We offer our deepest condolences and share this news."

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