Both anime and manga have been popular in Japan for more than a hundred years. More recently, they have also attracted a large number of fans around the world. Manga are comic books and graphic novels that are created in Japan. While many comic books and animated shows are created only for young people, anime and manga are created for all different age groups, from toddlers to adults.

Introduction: Unlike anything else -- Early anime and manga -- Development after World War II -- Growth during the 1960s and 1970s -- The golden age of anime and manga -- Anime and manga today.