PLAYBOY Japan Edition Debut Issue – July 1975 No.1｜Japanese Magazine

📖 Product Description 🗞️ About the Magazine
The Japanese version of PLAYBOY was launched in 1975 under official license from the American magazine PLAYBOY. With high-quality gravure, sophisticated fashion, intelligent and provocative interviews and social commentary, it established a new style of "adult men's magazine" in Japan. It is a cultural magazine that reflects the times, incorporating Japan's unique culture and sensibility while inheriting the sexiness and humor of the overseas edition.
PLAYBOY Japan Edition launched in 1975 as the official Japanese version of the iconic American magazine. It introduced a new standard for men's magazines in Japan—combining stylish photography, sharp interviews, bold social commentary, and fashion with a distinctly Japanese sensibility. A cultural time capsule that blends global sophistication with local nuance.

📘 Feature: "Inaugural Issue"
The first issue was published in July 1975. The cover features actress Meiko Kaji. In addition to the opening photo spread, the magazine also covers the culture of the time, movies, music, modern thought, and sexuality, making it a commemorative volume that embodies the philosophy of "PLAYBOY" in Japan from multiple angles.
The July 1975 inaugural issue features actress Meiko Kaji on the cover. Inside, you'll find gravure photography, commentary on Japanese culture, cinema, music, modern thought, and sexuality—faithfully adapting the original PLAYBOY philosophy to a Japanese context.

📚 Product condition｜Condition
There is some discoloration and scuffing on the edges due to age, but the text is in good condition. It is in an ideal condition for a collection.
Some age-related yellowing and light edge wear, but overall in good condition. A great addition to any collection.

🚛 Shipping & Inventory
The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan with a tracking number.
Shipped from Japan with careful packaging and tracking number.

This is the commemorative first issue of the legendary American men's magazine "PLAYBOY" which landed in Japan. It is not only a collector's item, but is also recommended for those who are interested in 70's culture.