Original 1938 China Incident Pictorial Report No. 20, published on March 1, 1938 (Showa 13) by the Osaka Mainichi Shimbun and Tokyo Nichi Nichi Shimbun joint war correspondents. This rare wartime photo magazine covers the Yellow River Crossing Operation and the Tsinpu Railway Campaign, key offensives during Japan’s southward advance from North China into Central China in early 1938. It documents the Japanese Army’s strategy to cut off Nationalist China’s supply lines between North and Central China following the Marco Polo Bridge Incident. Construction of pontoon bridges and river-crossing scenes of the Yellow River (Daiko-gawa). Infantry and cavalry advancing along the Tsinpu Railway Line. Street battles and occupation of major cities in Shandong and Jiangsu provinces. Local civilians, prisoners, and post-battle urban recovery scenes. Military hospitals, engineering units, and morale photos from the front. Publisher: Osaka Mainichi Shimbun / Tokyo Nichi Nichi Shimbun. Date: March 1, 1938 (Showa 13). Pages: 32 / Format: B4 approx. 36 × 25 cm. Price at release: 20 Sen. Printed by: Paper Printing Co. For the Ministry of Finance. The China Incident Pictorial series was Japan’s official war photo journalism during the early Sino-Japanese War. This issue captures a turning point in the campaign – the massive Yellow River crossing and Tsinpu advance that marked Japan’s strategic expansion deep into China. Highly valuable as a primary source of wartime photo documentation and propaganda media study. Condition: Poor to fair. Spine detached and taped, tears and stains, but complete. Still a rare and important historical document. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
Original pre-war biography booklet: “Admiral Eisuke Yamamoto and His Illustrious Parents”. Richly photo-illustrated (family portraits, youth scenes, group photos with cadets/soldiers). Early champion of naval aviation; first Chief of the Naval Aviation Bureau (1927), later Commander-in-Chief of the Combined Fleet (1929-31); promoted full Admiral in 1931. In 1936, amid the February 26 Incident turmoil, he was moved to the reserve due to political headwinds. Background corroborated by Kagoshima city history notes and standard references. Printed 10 July 1937, issued 15 July 1937 (colophon). Early Sino-Japanese War phase: youth-oriented patriotic publishing grew rapidly in this year. Issued in Tokyo by the Imperial Youth Moral Education League. Non-sale distribution? Given to selected circles; survival rate is low. Documents the Satsuma lineage of a senior admiral and the social world that produced him. Useful to researchers of pre-war propaganda, naval aviation origins, and Combined Fleet leadership. A page headed “Imperial Audience ” lists multiple imperial princes-evidence of the prestige network around the book. 23 cm, 118 pp. Typical aging: toning, foxing, light edge wear; plates clear (see photos). Non-sale notice on title. This is not Isoroku Yamamoto; it’s Admiral Eisuke Yamamoto, a different figure from Kagoshima, key to Japan’s interwar naval policy and aviation build-up-scarcer in English-language collections, hence strong interest. Own a Piece of History. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
A compact photo book that showcases the Imperial Japanese Navy right before the mid-1930s rebuilds-an easy, visual summary of the fleet for the public and naval fans. Showa 9 (1934) revised 13th edition. The colophon lists a long reprint history from Taisho 15 (1926) through Showa 9; this copy is the Oct. Edited & issued by Hatakeyama Ehagaki-ten (Kure, Hiroshima); printed by Shobido Seihan-bu (Tokyo). What’s inside (highlights). Nagato, Mutsu, and the Kongo-class (Kongo/Haruna/Kirishima). Aircraft carriers: Early-configuration Akagi (pre-rebuild truss flight-deck), Kaga, Ryujo. Takao-class (Takao, Atago, Chokai, Maya). Light forces: early light cruisers e. Tenryu/Tatsuta shown, destroyers, dock/launch views. Bonus plate: full-color chart of IJN enlisted trade badges & rank chevrons. 22 pages total (about 20 photo pages). Great primary reference for modelers, historians, and anyone who wants a quick, period-correct visual of the fleet. 25×19 cm softcover album. Inside cover has a pasted envelope for warship/aircraft postcards; one warship postcard is pasted to the rear board. Overall a fair/average vintage copy with charm and use. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
The rim of the cup is engraved with: Silver Cup – Commemoration of the 1931 Incident – Japanese Residents’ Association in Tianjin. The “Incident” of Showa 6 (1931) refers to the Manchurian Incident, a turning point in world history. 1?? What is it? This is a silver ceremonial sake cup, produced by the Japanese Residents’ Association in Tianjin, China, to commemorate the outbreak of the Manchurian Incident. Comes with its paulownia wood presentation box. A rare artifact reflecting its era. On September 18, 1931, the Mukden (Liutiaohu) Incident triggered the full-scale occupation of Manchuria by the Kwantung Army. At a time when the world was shaken by the Great Depression, Japan sought resources and territorial expansion on the Asian continent. The inscription mentions Tianjin, which at the time was home to a Japanese settlement. Many Japanese nationals lived there, making it a center for commerce and diplomacy. The residents there commissioned this cup to celebrate and remember Japan’s military success. It was created and distributed by the Japanese Residents’ Association of Tianjin, a self-governing body of Japanese expatriates. This organization supported the lives of the Japanese community abroad while aligning with Japan’s national policies. In Japanese culture, the sake cup (sakazuki) has never been just a drinking vessel. Samurai pledging brotherhood and loyalty. Prayers for victory and prosperity. Commemoration of great events and milestones. Thus, this silver cup is not a mere souvenir. It is a symbol of solidarity, representing how the Japanese residents in Tianjin aligned themselves with Japan’s military actions and engraved their role in history. It was most likely financed through contributions from the residents’ association, with production numbers being very limited. Due to wartime destruction and the postwar chaos, very few of these survive today. Items directly tied to the Manchurian Incident are especially valuable as historical artifacts. This silver commemorative cup was made by Japanese expatriates in Tianjin to mark the beginning of the Manchurian Incident in 1931. It embodies early Showa-era international relations, the presence of Japanese overseas communities, and the cultural symbolism of the sake cup in Japan. In other words, it is a piece of history you can hold in your hands. A valuable addition to historical collections. A primary source for research on the Manchurian Incident or early Showa foreign policy. A cultural symbol of the Japanese relationship with the sake cup. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
1930 Japanese Militarist Children’s Picture Book. “Our Army”/”Waga Rikugun”. Vibrant and richly illustrated large-format children’s book celebrating the Imperial Japanese Army, published during the early Showa era. The full-color lithographic illustrations depict tanks, cavalry, artillery, infantry maneuvers, military vehicles, battlefield scenes, and army medals in a strikingly stylized form typical of prewar nationalist juvenile publishing. A clear example of soft propaganda. Includes double-page spreads of motorbike gunners, paratroopers, amphibious operations, and decoration medals-blending 1930 era technology with patriotic fervor. Hiragana phonetic guides indicate it was designed for young readers. Rear cover illustration features a child soldier atop a St. Bernard, in a humorous but ideologically loaded close to the volume. Publisher mark and dating appear to confirm production in 1930 (Showa 5). Printed in Japan stamp present. Unpaginated but complete, with side stapled binding. In very good condition for age with only modest edge wear, light rust to binding staples, and partial split to the covers at the spine fold. Usual light toning to pages. 10.25 x 7.25 inches.
Of the former Japanese army. Manchurian Independence Garrison commemorative badge. There are scratches and stains due to age. How about military collector? International Buyers – Please Note.
Ww2 imperial Japanese photo album. RARE HISTORICAL TREASURE: 1922 IMPERIAL JAPANESE ARMY PHOTO COLLECTION. Original retirement commemoration photo album from Masan Heavy Artillery Battalion, 1st Company. BONUS: Additional vintage photo book included (Total 2 books). Contains 74 exceptional historical photographs. Size: 13.2 cm height. Complete panoramic views of military facilities. Rare images of period artillery and weapons. Authentic barracks and daily military life scenes. Korean colonial period documentation. Extremely rare 100-year-old military documentation. Exceptional research value for military historians. Invaluable record of Japanese military presence in Korea. Perfect for collectors of military memorabilia. Important historical document from the colonial period. Shows expected age-related wear. All photographs remain clear and viewable. Well-preserved considering its century-old age. Complete and intact album. A unique opportunity to own an authentic piece of military history! Approximately 5-7days(To USA).
WWI Imperial German Seitengewehr M1889/05 Bayonet Weimar Republic Cut Down – Reissued. Original WWI Imperial German Seitengewehr M1889/05 Waffenfabrik Mauser 1917 Dated Bayonet, Weimar Republic Cut Down – Reissued; Blade Measures 9 3/4 Inches, 15 Total, and 15 3/4 Resting in the Scabbard – Issued Good Condition as Photographed with some wear and dings to the scabbard as seen, A Nice Period Piece to Add to Any World War I – Interwar Edged Weapons Collection or Display. Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired (Complies with All Rules and Regulations). Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
WWI Imperial German Iron Cross 1st & Wound Badge 3rd Cl Lapel Stick Pin – 1920’s. WWI Imperial German Iron Cross 1st & Wound Badge 3rd Cl Lapel Stick Pin – 1920’s, Good. Condition as Photographed with some light wear as seen – A Good Period Stick Pin with Spiral Shaft. Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
WWI Imperial German Austrian EK1 Red Double Eagle & Hindenburg Cross Stickpin. WWI Imperial German Austrian EK1 Red Double Eagle & Hindenburg Cross Stickpin Lapel Pin Interwar Era Production’Ges Gesch. Condition as Photographed with some wear and loss of enamel as seen – A Scarce Period Piece to Add to Any WWI Era Collection or Display. Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Rare (Complies with All Rules & Regulations). Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!