1997 Japan relases a seris of stamps commemorating their acheivements during the 50 years post World War II. The 5th series of stamps featured 3 famous figures from the field of entertainment:
Osamu Tezuka – (1928-1989) Japanese manga artist, cartoonist and animator. Considered to be among the greatest and most influential cartoonists of all time, his prolific output, pioneering techniques and innovative redefinitions of genres earned him such titles as "the Father of Manga”. Additionally, he is often considered the Japanese equivalent to Walt Disney, who served as a major inspiration during Tezuka's formative years.
Notable work : Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Princess Knight, Phoenix, Dororo, Animerama, Buddha, Black Jack
Additional entertainers honored were: Yujiro Ishihara - actor and Misora Hibari – singer and actress
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