Discover Japanese history like you've never seen it before!

Spanning a period of over 2,000 years, An Illustrated History of Japan: The Manga Version tells the epic tale of Japanese history from its origins to the present. The narrative of Japan's long and dramatic history is accompanied by recountings of important events depicted in classic manga style.

The dramatic episodes include:

• The origins of Japanese society and the establishment of the Buddhist religion.
• The emergence of Samurai warriors and the rule of powerful Shoguns.
• The rise of the modern Japanese empire and its defeat in World War II.
• The post-war period of occupation, political reform, and economic boom.
• And more!

With dozens of biographical portraits of important figures, detailed historical maps, and explanations of significant events, An Illustrated History of Japan: The Manga Version is sure to make a history buff out of any reader.