@the.japanese.art: The Curious History of Chōjū-giga 🐸🐇 Is this really Japan’s first manga? In this video, we dive into the mysterious scrolls known as Chōjū-giga—“Scrolls of Frolicking Animals.” From their creation in the 12th–13th centuries at Kōzan-ji temple To the playful scenes of rabbits, frogs, and monkeys acting like people To their rediscovery in the modern era and influence on manga artists today Far more than just funny pictures, these scrolls are a window into medieval humor, satire, and artistic innovation. #chojugiga #鳥獣戯画 #japaneseart #japaneseculture #manga #thejapaneseartroom

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