This paper discusses the role played by editors in the production of knowledge through publishing media. Specifically, this paper analyzes the editorship of Satoru Kubo demonstrated from the 1960s to the 1970s. This study is a combined survey based on literature sources and interviews.

    Kubo began his career as an editor at Gendai Shichosha before founding Serika Shobo in 1967. Kubo’s work as an editor involved discovering various writers, organizing study groups, connecting people, and creating books based on these connections.

    What emerges through these publishing activities is the portrait of Satoru Kubo as a publisher and editor who was responsible for the production of knowledge. Kubo Satoru’s activities were not limited to the mere publication of books but also had an aspect of "cultural practices". This can be evaluated as an expression of his editorship.