Manga in America - Keiji Nakazawa's I Saw It! A Survivor of Hiroshima Tells His Story
Cartoonist Kayfabe via YouTube
Overview
Explore the groundbreaking manga "I Saw It! A Survivor of Hiroshima Tells His Story" by Keiji Nakazawa in this 31-minute video from Cartoonist Kayfabe. Delve into the significance of this work as the first manga translated into English, examining its powerful imagery and appeal. Analyze Nakazawa's artistic techniques, including his use of line art and depiction of fires. Discover the author's personal experiences, from family struggles to finding love amidst grief, and learn about his vow and plan following the Hiroshima bombing. Gain insights into the Japanese studio setup and the process of creating this historically significant manga, which paved the way for the medium's popularity in America.
Syllabus
Intro
First Manga to be Translated into English
Reorient the Suits
The Imagery
The Appeal
I Saw It
Family Struggles
First Attempt
Salesmanship
Halfway
Line Art
Fires
Scrap Paper
Lunch Tickets
Salt
Japanese Studio Setup
Finding Love
Love for Grief
His Vow
His Plan
Outro
Taught by
Cartoonist Kayfabe