Farewell

In 1971 and 1972, Yoshihiro Tatsumi created a series of stories that delve into the themes of depravity and disorientation in twentieth-century Japan, expanding his already prolific artist's vocabulary for characters. Some of the tales specifically explore the aftermath of World War II in the country. For example, one story follows a man who dedicates twenty years to memorializing the victims of Hiroshima, only to uncover a shocking misconception at the core of his tribute. Despite the presence of American influence in these disturbing and bizarre narratives, Tatsumi's signature characters remain at the center of the collection, navigating through moments of isolated despair and fleeting pleasure to ultimately embrace their darkly nuanced lives.

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