Where Is “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-” Author Tappei Nagatsuki From? Age, Twitter, and Public Appearances Explained

“Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-” is a light novel centered around a boy who is summoned to another world. Affectionately known as “Re:ZERO,” the series originally began serialization in 2012 on the online novel posting website Shousetsuka ni Narou. It was later published as physical books in 2014, and as of May 2025, 40 volumes have been released.

The series has also expanded into other media, including manga adaptations and games, and when combined with the novels, it boasts a worldwide cumulative circulation of over 13 million copies.

The anime’s first season aired from April to September 2016, followed by the second season, “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- 2nd season,” which aired in two parts from July to September 2020 and January to March 2021. The third season, “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- 3rd season,” aired from October 2024 to March 2025. In addition, a fourth season is scheduled to begin broadcasting in 2026.

About “Re:ZERO”

The main character of the story is Subaru Natsuki, a Japanese high school student who is suddenly summoned to another world. Soon after his arrival, Subaru gets caught up in trouble and immediately falls in love at first sight with Emilia, a beautiful silver-haired girl who helps him. However, as he tries to help Emilia recover her stolen insignia, Subaru is killed. Upon waking up right after being summoned, Subaru realizes he has the ability to return from death, known as “Return by Death.”

Natsuki wants to support Emilia, who is a candidate to become the next monarch of the kingdom, but both Emilia and the residents of Roswaal L. Mathers’ territory, who support her, are targeted by mysterious organizations and assassins. Natsuki repeatedly uses his “Return by Death” ability to help Emilia and those around her.

Profile of “Re:ZERO” Author Tappei Nagatsuki: Place of Birth and Age

■Name: Tappei Nagatsuki
■Date of Birth: March 11, 1987
■Age: 38

While Nagatsuki’s exact place of origin is not disclosed, it is publicly known that he currently resides in Saitama Prefecture. In addition to enjoying novels and anime, he is also fond of movies and overseas TV dramas, to the point where he used to watch one film every day. No photos or videos of his face have been made public.

During the early days on Shousetsuka ni Narou, he wrote under the pen name “Nezumiironeko” (which translates to “Mouse-Colored Cat”), and he still goes by “Nezumiironeko/Tappei Nagatsuki.” He continues to post new works on Shousetsuka ni Narou, with “Re:ZERO” serialized as a web novel to this day.

What Is Tappei Nagatsuki’s X (formerly Twitter) Account?

Nagatsuki maintains an X (formerly Twitter) account under the handle @nezumiironyanko. On this account, he promotes the published books and anime adaptations, provides updates about the ongoing web version of “Re:ZERO” on Shousetsuka ni Narou, and interacts with authors of other works. He also regularly reposts information related to “Re:ZERO.” When an anime he is involved with as an original creator or script supervisor airs, he often posts live commentary. It is recommended to check his account during broadcast periods.

Is Tappei Nagatsuki, Author of “Re:ZERO,” Also a Butcher by Trade?

Having started serializing “Re:ZERO” on Shousetsuka ni Narou in 2012, around 2015 Nagatsuki revealed on his then Twitter account that his main job was in the meat industry, working as part of the meat department at a retail store. Since then, he has occasionally tweeted about the meat industry, and this side job has become well-known among his fans.

In January 2021, Nagatsuki himself confirmed that he was still working at a butcher shop, but his current employment status is unknown. As of January 2021, the original novel had reached 25 volumes, and the second half of the anime’s second season was just beginning. Fans were surprised to learn that he was not writing full-time despite the series’ peak popularity.

Does He Respond to Questions from Readers?

In past interviews, Nagatsuki has said that he enjoys seeing readers’ reactions. He is active on social media, and sometimes replies to posts from readers on X.

In addition, he has an account on the Q&A site “ask.fm,” where he has answered more than 2600 questions. These range from topics about the world of “Re:ZERO,” to being involved in 16 traffic accidents, to discussions about his favorite manga and novels, with many personal questions thrown in as well.

Light Novel Authors Who Interact with “Re:ZERO” Author Tappei Nagatsuki

Nagatsuki also interacts with other light novel authors, frequently participating in discussions and joint interviews.

He has a close friendship with Kugane Maruyama (author of “Overlord”), Natsume Akatsuki (“KonoSuba – God’s blessing on this wonderful world!”), and Carlo Zen (“Saga of Tanya the Evil”). These ties led to the creation of “Isekai Quartet,” a crossover work in which the characters from all four series are turned into chibi versions and experience school life together. This series has received two anime seasons and a theatrical film.

He has also been friends with Rifujin na Magonote, the author of “Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation,” since around 2013, when they connected through a group chat of Shousetsuka ni Narou authors; they have gone out for meals, visited Universal Studios Japan, and played games together. Additionally, he has a rapport with Labo Asai, author of “Dances with the Dragons,” one of the works that influenced him, and they have had dialogue sessions together.

Works Related to “Re:ZERO” Involving Tappei Nagatsuki

Nagatsuki’s involvement with “Re:ZERO” extends beyond the main novel series; he has also written spin-off novels and supervised the anime and related works. His “Re:ZERO”-related works are mainly as follows:

・Light novel “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-”: 40 volumes
・Short story collection “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Short Stories”: 12 volumes
・Side story novel “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Ex”: 6 volumes
・Anime “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-”: Original creator and script supervisor
・Game: Scenario and script for a “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-” collaboration event in “Princess Connect! Re:Dive” (2019)

Works by Tappei Nagatsuki Other Than “Re:ZERO”

In addition to “Re:ZERO,” Nagatsuki has written a number of other works and has been involved in structuring and writing scripts for anime. His primary non-“Re:ZERO” works include:

・Light novel “Warlords of Sigrdrifa Rusalka”: 2 volumes
・Light novel “Warlords of Sigrdrifa Sakura”: 2 volumes
・Light novel “Vivy prototype”: 4 volumes
・Theatrical film “Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us”: Story composition assistant
・Anime “Warlords of Sigrdrifa”: Series composition and script
・Anime “Vivy -Fluorite Eye’s Song-”: Original concept, series composition, script
・Anime “Snack Basue”: Script cooperation
・Anime “Suicide Squad ISEKAI”: Series composition and script

Summary of the “Re:ZERO” Author

Although Tappei Nagatsuki, the author of “Re:ZERO,” has not revealed his face, he is frequently observed making statements in interviews and posts on X. Even after “Re:ZERO” became a huge hit, he has continued to update the web version and publish the books. Additionally, he energetically supervises the “Re:ZERO” anime and games, and handles composition and scripts for other anime.

The anime “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- 4th season” is scheduled to begin in 2026. While catching up on the story through streaming platforms or Blu-ray/DVD for seasons one through three, it is also recommended to check the author’s social media for inside stories and information about “Re:ZERO.”

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