Key Facts
• Tokyo Shimbun publishes Masaaki Sato’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 the Kishida Cabinet’s three years of struggles.
• Topics include the Ukraine war, inflation, and political scandals from 2022 to 2024.
• The book includes caricatures and evaluations of 21 Japanese prime ministers.
• Masaaki Sato, 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 by Masaaki Sato, known for its sharp and humorous take on domestic and international politics, is now available in a new compilation, ‘One Laugh, Two Cuts 2.’ This collection spans from the end of the Suga administration in 2021 to July 2024, covering key events like the Ukraine war, inflation crises, and political scandals under the Kishida Cabinet. The book also features caricatures and evaluations of 21 Japanese prime ministers, offering a unique perspective on Japan’s political history. Priced at 1,540 yen, this 128-page, full-color volume is a must-read for political enthusiasts and manga fans alike.
