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Word: omoshiro (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1934-1934
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...nine magazines. After Yuben came Kodan Club* a light magazine containing old historical romances recited by professional storytellers, folk tales preserved by word of mouth from generation to generation. A boys' magazine called Shonen Club was intended to teach sound morals and national pride in a familiar chatty style. Omoshiro ("Interesting") Club (now Fuji) was inspired by the Curtis magazines in the U. S. "An organ for all that was interesting and amusing, light and soothing," it was designed to sell at a low price and develop into a popular advertising medium. No. 5, Gendai ("Present Generation") was a serious...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Books: Clubby Magazines | 9/10/1934 | See Source »

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