The 【直木賞】 (Naoki Prize) is a prestigious Japanese literary award established in 1935. It is named after the famous author 【直木三十五】 (Naoki Sanjugo) and is awarded annually to recognize outstanding works of fiction by new or emerging writers. The prize aims to promote contemporary literature in Japan. The award is presented by the 【日本文学振興会】 (Japan Literature Promotion Association) and is one of the most significant literary honors in the country. Recipients of the 【直木賞】 receive a monetary prize and recognition, which can significantly boost their literary careers.