Manga: Nihon Keizai Nyuumon

A conflict emerges at Toyosan Motors as executives debate establishing offshore car production in the U.S. Mr. Kudo, concerned about the impact on Japanese subcontractors, worries such a move could weaken Japan's auto industry. Mr. Tsugawa, in contrast, views the shift as an opportunity to undermine labor unions. The narrative explores economic themes like the yen's value, oil crises, deficit spending, and Japan's evolving role in global business. Originally published in Japan in 1986, the work is based on a textbook by a major economic newspaper and includes charts and data. It became a bestseller, capturing the mixed emotions of Japan's economic boom period. The story also highlights skepticism toward political leaders and emphasizes ethical business practices as key to Japan's economic success.