Abstract
Purpose: The author investigated the pharmaceutical review Nihon Yakuho, which was launched by the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan in January 1926. It contained various kinds of information in the field of pharmaceutical sciences and was provided to members. The author investigated what happened with activities of the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan as a result of this publication.
Method: The author investigated the contents of the first issues of Nihon Yakuho from January 1920 to December 1942. The author examined what kinds of papers and articles were published in the newspaperstyle Nihon Yakuho, which is published twice a month.
Results: Nihon Yakuho contained a wide range of information regarding the pharmaceutical field. A wide variety of topics were covered, including academic, dissertations, reviews, administrative news, pharmacy school news, trends in academic societies, personnel news, haiku, new book introductions, newly released products, overseas pharmaceutical news, and more. The number of members joining the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan increased due to its publication.
Discussion: Pharmaceutical journals that publish research results were first published in 1881. Forty-five years later, Nihon Yakuho was first launched in 1926, targeting not only researchers but also general members. This is thought to be due to world movements such as the Sino-Japanese War, the Russo-Japanese War, and World War I, which created an opportunity for people to seek out a variety of information.
Conclusion: The strong feelings of pharmaceutical scientists at the time are conveyed to us today through the published papers and articles. It is most important to learn about history, pass it on, and look ahead to the future.
