Rare , Vintage Japanese manga-related paper ephemera associated with George Akiyama, featuring a striking female portrait with the name “Yuriko” printed prominently on the front.

The piece has been preserved in an old PVC sleeve with a handwritten Japanese label identifying it as “George Akiyama / Manga.”

The facial design is very similar to George Akiyama’s female character style seen in Koiko no Mainichi, especially the large expressive eyes, small facial features, and soft rounded face. However, the exact identity of the woman has not been conclusively confirmed as Koiko, and the name visible on the front appears to read “Yuriko.”

Details:

• Associated artist: George Akiyama
• Name on front: Yuriko
• Related style: Koiko no Mainichi
• Type: Vintage Japanese manga paper ephemera
• Medium: Woodblock / relief print on paper
• Subject: Female manga portrait
• Country of origin: Japan
• Size: 5.7 × 17 cm
• Approx. size: 2.24 × 6.69 inches
• Orientation: Vertical
• old PVC sleeve included
• Handwritten sleeve identification: George Akiyama / Manga

Condition:
Fair. Vintage condition with age-related toning, staining, edge wear and a small tear; losses at the upper edge. The reverse shows discoloration and print-through from the front. Please examine the photographs carefully for exact condition.

An unusual piece of vintage Japanese manga ephemera with an old attribution to George Akiyama, particularly appealing to collectors of Koiko no Mainichi, vintage manga artwork, Japanese paper ephemera, and manga-related collectibles.