TV series · 2025 · Netflix
Is As You Stood By based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. As You Stood By is based on the book Naomi to Kanako by Hideo Okuda (2014).
The TV series premiered in 2025 on Netflix.
The book behind As You Stood By
Naomi to Kanako
by Hideo Okuda · first published 2014 · 438 pages · drama television series, light novel
Common questions
Is As You Stood By based on a book?
Yes. As You Stood By is based on the book Naomi to Kanako by Hideo Okuda (2014).
Who wrote the book As You Stood By is based on?
Naomi to Kanako was written by Hideo Okuda and first published in 2014.
How long is the book?
Naomi to Kanako is about 438 pages long.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Naomi to Kanako before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.