Antique Japanese Postcard

This antique Japanese postcard is a commemorative item issued by Nagoya City and marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Japan’s education system (Gakusei Hanpu). It features an illustration captioned ‘terakoya’, meaning ‘temple school’, an early form of education in Japan during the Edo period: a group of young students sitting on tatami mats are practicing calligraphy. The postcard features decorative illustrations and texts. 

• Black, white, red, gree, gold, purple
• Paper
• C1920
• Some characters: 学制頒布五十年記念 Gakusei Hanpu 50th Anniversary, 寺子屋 terakoya
• Item weight: 5 grams
• Packed weight: 150 grams
• Approx. 14.1 cm tall x 9.1 cm wide
• Good condition considering its age. Some stains, some marks. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• Acquired from the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.