From ‘Ponchi (Punch)’ to the starting line of modern manga–the evolution of Japanese manga culture nurtured by satire and humor. Japanese manga magazines, which began as vehicles for political satire, evolved into a form of mass culture following the influence of ‘Ponchi (Punch)’ culture and the pioneering efforts of artists such as Okamoto Ippei. Through numerous illustrations and items from a rare collection, this book traces the lineage of manga magazines, from the era of speech suppression up to modern manga.
