{"id":170045,"date":"2024-02-09T20:40:14","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T20:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=170045"},"modified":"2024-02-14T00:10:14","modified_gmt":"2024-02-14T00:10:14","slug":"history-of-manga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/art-and-culture\/literature\/history-of-manga\/","title":{"rendered":"History of Manga: Ancient Scrolls to Global Phenomenon"},"content":{"rendered":"
Explore the evolution of manga, from its ancient origins to becoming a global cultural phenomenon, including key figures, genres, and works that shaped it.<\/span><\/p>\n \r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n Manga, a term that resonates with the vibrancy of Japanese comic culture, has a <\/span>rich history that stretches back centuries<\/b>, evolving through various forms and influences to become the global phenomenon it is today. This guide explores the birth and evolution of manga, highlighting key works and moments that have defined this art form.<\/span><\/p>\n The roots of manga can be traced back to the Ch\u014dj\u016b-giga (Scrolls of Frolicking Animals) from the 12th century, depicting animals in human-like scenarios, believed by some to be the earliest form of manga. The term “manga” itself was <\/span>first used in 1798 by Sant\u014d Ky\u014dden for his picture book Shiji No Yukikai <\/b>and later popularized by Hokusai in the early 19th century with his Hokusai Manga, a collection of sketches rather than narrative stories. These early forms laid the groundwork for manga, blending art with storytelling uniquely.<\/span><\/p>\n Post-WWII, Japan saw a significant transformation in manga. The U.S. occupation introduced restrictions that limited manga’s content and inspired a wave of creativity among Japanese artists influenced by American comics and<\/span> Disney animations<\/span><\/a>. This period witnessed <\/span>the rise of manga genres like Gekiga, Sh\u014dnen, Sh\u014djo, Seinen, and Josei<\/b>, catering to diverse audiences with themes ranging from adventure and romance to mature and complex social issues. Osamu Tezuka, dubbed the “godfather of manga,” created iconic works such as Astro Boy. The 60s to the 80s are considered the Golden Age of manga, marked by experimentation and the broadening of genres, including the introduction of Hentai\u200b\u200b.<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n
The Evolution of Japanese Comics<\/b><\/h2>\n
The Dawn of Manga: Ancient Scrolls and Early Influences<\/b><\/h2>\n
Manga in Modern Japan: Post-War Evolution and Golden Age<\/b><\/h2>\n
Contemporary Manga and Global Reach<\/b><\/h2>\n