The Life-Changing Manga of Tidying Up: A Magical Story

From the #1 New York Times best-selling author and lifestyle/cleaning guru Marie Kondo, this graphic novelization brings Kondo's life-changing tidying method to life with the fun, quirky story of a woman who transforms her home, work, and love life using Kondo's advice and inspiration.

Marie Kondo presents the fictional story of Chiaki, a young woman in Tokyo who struggles with a cluttered apartment, messy love life, and lack of direction. After receiving a complaint from her attractive next-door neighbor about the sad state of her balcony, Chiaki gets Kondo to take her on as a client. Through a series of entertaining and insightful lessons, Kondo helps Chiaki get her home--and life--in order. This insightful, illustrated case study is perfect for people looking for a fun introduction to the KonMari Method of tidying up, as well as tried-and-true fans of Marie Kondo eager for a new way to think about what sparks joy. Featuring illustrations by award-winning manga artist Yuko Uramoto, this book also makes a great read for manga and graphic novel lovers of all ages.

Published on: 2017-06-27

Released on: 2017-06-27

Original language: English

Dimensions: 7.30" h x .60" w x 5.30" l,

Binding: Paperback

192 pages

Review 

". . . like a cartoon character come to life to bless you with tidiness."

-- The Washington Post

"Sparks of joy are guaranteed. . ."

-- Library Journal

"There aren’t many comics that teach actual practical lessons, which is what makes this one so surprising. This could be one of those rare examples of a comic with real universal appeal."

-- BleedingCool

Previous praise for Marie Kondo:

". . . the organization expert who dazzled the world. . ." 

-- People

"Just in time to make good on your New Year’s vow to get organized." 

-- The Washington Post

". . .perhaps the world’s only decluttering celebrity."

-- The New York Times

". . .Marie Kondo is helping the world to properly (and lovingly) store their most beloved possessions, one fold at a time."

-- Bustle

"To show you how serious my respect for Ms. Kondo is: if I ever get a tattoo, it will say, Spark Joy!" 

-- Jamie Lee Curtis, TIME 

"The most organized woman in the world." 

-- PureWow

". . . her voice . . . is by turns stern and enchanted, like a fairy godmother for socks." 

-- The Wall Street Journal

"Kondo's method really can change your life if you let it." 

-- TODAY

"Kondo challenges you to ask yourself whether each object you have is achieving a purpose. Is it propelling you forward or holding you in the past?" 

-- USA Today

"Its strength is its simplicity." 

-- The London Times

About the Author 

MARIE KONDO is the founder and chief visionary officer of KonMari Media Inc. and author of the #1 New York Times best seller The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Her books have sold more than seven million copies worldwide and have been  translated into thirty-eight languages. She is also the author  of the New York Times best seller Spark Joy and the  companion journal, Life-Changing Magic: A Journal. Kondo has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, the New York Times, USA Today, and on the Today show, and has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. Visit www.konmari.com to learn more about Kondo's latest efforts to create a global community with the mission to organize the world through the official KonMari app and KonMari Consultant Program.