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(57) [Summary] [PROBLEMS] To provide a method of developing while controlling the charge amount of toner in a developing machine by light, and a developing device used in the method. [Structure] An electrostatic charge image developing method using a resin-based toner, wherein the toner used contains a photochromic compound, and the toner is irradiated with light in a developing machine during development. Image developing method and developing device used for the toner. [Effects] By using the developing method and the developing device of the present invention, it is possible to provide the developing method while controlling the charge amount of the toner. |