Key Facts
• Tokyo Shimbun publishes Sato Masaaki’s political manga every Wednesday and Sunday.
• ‘One Laugh, Two Cuts 2’ features 100 selected works from 2021 to July 2024.
• The manga humorously critiques political events, including the Kishida Cabinet’s three-year tenure.
• Topics include the Ukraine war, inflation, and the 2023 ‘Tax Hike Glasses’ nickname.
• The book includes caricatures and evaluations of 21 Japanese prime ministers.
• Sato Masaaki, born in 1949, is an award-winning satirical manga artist.
• The book is priced at 1,540 yen (1,400 yen + 10% tax), with 128 full-color pages.
• ISBN: 9784808311032.
Summary
Tokyo Shimbun’s renowned political manga series by Sato Masaaki is now available in a new collection, ‘One Laugh, Two Cuts 2.’ This compilation features 100 selected works from 2021 to mid-2024, offering a satirical take on domestic and international political events. Key highlights include the Kishida Cabinet’s challenges, inflation issues, and diplomatic struggles. The book also includes caricatures and evaluations of 21 Japanese prime ministers, providing a unique historical perspective. Priced at 1,540 yen, this 128-page, full-color publication is a must-read for political satire enthusiasts.
