'Bathtubs Are More Dangerous Than Traffic Accidents': The Unknown World of Dead Bodies Explained by a Forensic Pathologist and Drama Consultant

Asuka Shinsha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Naohisa Doi) will release the latest book 'Lessons on Dead Bodies Taught by a Forensic Professor' by Professor Morio Iino of Tottori University Faculty of Medicine on May 26.

A forensic pathologist, one of only about 150 in Japan, reveals the unknown world of 'dead bodies.' This book is a new educational guide designed for general readers, explaining the realities of the human body and death as seen by Professor Morio Iino, who teaches forensic medicine at Tottori University.

While 'autopsy' often feels distant from daily life, real-world forensic sites are full of mysteries and surprising facts.

◆ Behind the Scenes of a Forensic Pathologist The profession of a 'forensic pathologist' rarely gets the spotlight. The book discloses the behind-the-scenes reality, ranging from unfiltered stories about autopsy fees to real-life cases where medical malpractice was uncovered through autopsies.

◆ Surprising Real-life Causes of Death Fatal risks are hidden in our daily lives. Based on cases the author has encountered, the book explains the reality of death, including shocking data such as 'bathtubs being more dangerous than traffic accidents' and surprising deaths related to food or daily items.

◆ Verifying Fiction vs. Reality As a drama consultant, the author discusses the gap between fiction and reality, debunking common myths seen in mystery dramas and manga, such as 'Can someone really commit suicide by biting their tongue?'

[Author Profile] Morio Iino: Professor of Forensic Medicine at Tottori University. As the only forensic pathologist in Tottori Prefecture, he handles autopsies and forensic examinations while frequently appearing as a drama consultant and on television.