2023 年 60 巻 2 号 p. 94-99
The history of printing is briefly mentioned, and that of many press manufacturers who contributed to the development of printing presses as they emerged is described. Among these printing presses, the technology related to lithographic offset presses which are currently mainstream is described, and its latest level is introduced. Finally, I conclude this article by discussing the possibilities of cooperation between analog printing, such as offset printing, and printing using digital technology.