This book would not have been possible without the invaluable help and insights of Yuko Tojo and Ayako Yamashita. I am also indebted to Mike Arnold, Jonathan Clements, Benjamin Ettinger, Marc Hairston, Masumi Hanaoka and Ryoko Toyama. My special thanks to Rebecca Barden of BFI Publishing for giving this book the go-ahead. Finally, my deepest gratitude must go to my parents and family for their love and support.