University of Laughs: A Comedic Exploration of Censorship “University of Laughs” (笑の大学, Warai no Daigaku) is a notable work by Japanese playwright Kōki Mitani, which initially debuted as a stage play in 1996 before being adapted into a film in 2004. The narrative, set against the backdrop of pre-war Japan, delves into the intricate relationship…