Yonezawa originally posted a photo of his family's car on Twitter, accompanied by a message asking for help in the search. His family went fishing, and his father never returned. The message, translated, read:

"I apologize for the weakness. It's a personal matter, but my family went fishing and haven't returned yet," he told the police. He wanted to know if anyone had seen a reddish-brown AQUA parked in any suspicious location near the Inukami River or the Uso River Basin in Shiga Prefecture, or on National Route 21 from Gigu to Shiga Prefecture.

Subsequently, Yonezawa deleted this post, but not before word spread quickly. In a later update, the author of Hyouka reported that the car was found, although his father is still missing. Police have intensified the search, focusing on areas near where he was believed to have been fishing.

Hyouka's fans' reaction

Fans of Hyouka They flooded social media with messages of support and solidarity. Social media was filled with expressions of concern and hope for the writer's father's well-being. Literary communities, book clubs, and specialized forums are also echoing the news.

The disappearance occurred at a crucial moment in his career. Yonezawa, who already faced pressure and high expectations due to his literary success. The situation added an additional layer of tension and concern to an already delicate moment.

The situation is painful and complex, the father of Yonezawa Honobu He's still missing, and the community remains united in hope and concern. Police are doing everything they can to find him, while fans and colleagues offer support online.

This incident serves as a grim reminder of how unpredictable life can be, even for admired and respected public figures.

We will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as they become available. Our thoughts are with you. Yonezawa and your family in these difficult times.