Items related to On Their Frontlines Vol. 1: The Lives of Japanese War...
Synopsis
After Japan lost the War, the country was thrown into devastation. No one felt this devastation as much as Japanese women, who, left with few paths to choose from, took low-wage jobs, fell into sex work, and wed American G.I.s. In their affecting graphic novel debut, Marina Lisa Komiya follows the lives of two Japanese women and the American soldiers they marry in this tumultuous time period. Best friends (and possibly lovers) before the War, Haru and Yoriko are separated in the evacuation of their town during the air raids. As they search for each other afterward, Haru gets by as a waitress, while Yoriko sells her body at a brothel. Their fortunes change when they each meet respectful American soldiers, who take their hand. Arthur, a Japanese American, grapples with the inner conflict of his dual identity, while Scott is at once fascinated by Japanese culture and wracked with guilt over the destruction American forces have wrought. Amidst the postwar desolation, love and understanding finds a way, in this powerful work of manga that explores sexuality, identity, and unlikely cross-cultural connection.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Authors
Marina Lisa Komiya is an interdisciplinary artist based in Tokyo. Komiya's work explores new methods of reproduction through queer perspective with various mediums such as biotechnology, performance, video works, manga, and more. They are also a host of a queer artists platform, 'FAQ?' and the collective 'Reproductive Garden Project.'
Diana Taylor is a queer Japanese-English localizer and writer of colour based in Washington, D.C. They have translated and edited nearly one hundred and fifty volumes for North American manga publishers, including artist commentary for The Art of Rumiko Takahashi: Colors 1978-2024.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for On Their Frontlines Vol. 1: The Lives of Japanese War...
Stock Image
On Their Frontlines Vol. 1 (Paperback)
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. After Japan lost the War, the country was thrown into devastation. No one felt this devastation as much as Japanese women, who, left with few paths to choose from, took low-wage jobs, fell into sex work, and wed American G.I.s. In their affecting graphic novel debut, Marina Lisa Komiya follows the lives of two Japanese women and the American soldiers they marry in this tumultuous time period. Best friends (and possibly lovers) before the War, Haru and Yoriko are separated in the evacuation of their town during the air raids. As they search for each other afterward, Haru gets by as a waitress, while Yoriko sells her body at a brothel. Their fortunes change when they each meet respectful American soldiers, who take their hand. Arthur, a Japanese American, grapples with the inner conflict of his dual identity, while Scott is at once fascinated by Japanese culture and wracked with guilt over the destruction American forces have wrought. Amidst the postwar desolation, love and understanding finds a way, in this powerful work of manga that explores sexuality, identity, and unlikely cross-cultural connection. This sensitive and affecting manga debut follows the lives of two Japanese war brides following WWII, and the simmering tensions around identity, sexuality, and cultural change as their country rebuilds from the devastation. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798875002298
Stock Image
On Their Frontlines: The Lives of Japanese War Brides Vol. 1
Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9798875002298
Seller Image
On Their Frontlines Vol. 1
Seller: Rarewaves USA, HEBRON, KY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # LU-9798875002298
Stock Image
On Their Frontlines Vol. 1
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GB-9798875002298
Buy New
£ 17.51
£ 4.16 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 15 available
Seller Image
On Their Frontlines
Seller: Arundel Books, Seattle, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Trade Paperback. Condition: New. New! Seller Inventory # 665780
Seller Image
On Their Frontlines Vol. 1
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # LU-9798875002298
Buy New
£ 23.17
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 19 available
Stock Image
On Their Frontlines: The Lives of Japanese War Brides Vol. 1
Seller: Magers and Quinn Booksellers, Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 1559876
Stock Image
ON THEIR FRONTLINES THE LIVES OF JAPANES
Seller: Brook Bookstore On Demand, Napoli, NA, Italy
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 4LPFINXOSK
Stock Image
On Their Frontlines: The Lives of Japanese War Brides Vol. 1
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: New. Special order direct from the distributor. Seller Inventory # ING9798875002298
Buy New
£ 17.85
£ 15.07 shipping
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Ships from Canada to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
On Their Frontlines Vol. 1
Seller: BuchWeltWeit Ludwig Meier e.K., Bergisch Gladbach, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware -After Japan lost the War, the country was thrown into devastation. No one felt this devastation as much as Japanese women, who, left with few paths to choose from, took low-wage jobs, fell into sex work, and wed American G.I.s. In their affecting graphic novel debut, Marina Lisa Komiya follows the lives of two Japanese women and the American soldiers they marry in this tumultuous time period. Best friends (and possibly lovers) before the War, Haru and Yoriko are separated in the evacuation of their town during the air raids. As they search for each other afterward, Haru gets by as a waitress, while Yoriko sells her body at a brothel. Their fortunes change when they each meet respectful American soldiers, who take their hand. Arthur, a Japanese American, grapples with the inner conflict of his dual identity, while Scott is at once fascinated by Japanese culture and wracked with guilt over the destruction American forces have wrought.Amidst the postwar desolation, love and understanding finds a way, in this powerful work of manga that explores sexuality, identity, and unlikely cross-cultural connection. 348 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9798875002298