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Imperial Japanese Army China Incident Return Commemorative Sake Set – Named

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Imperial Japanese Army China Incident Return Commemorative Sake Set – Named Specs

Conflict	WW II (1939-45)
Original/Reproduction	Original
Theme	Militaria
Region of Origin	Japan
Country of Origin	Japan

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.main1 p,.main1 span .main1 h1 .main1 h2 .main1 p,.main1 div .margin-bottom_change h2 DescriptionThis is an original Imperial Japanese Army commemorative sake set dating from the Second Sino-Japanese War (China Incident, 1937–1945).The set consists of two ceramic sake bottles (tokkuri) and two sake cups (guinomi), all preserved together and consistently marked with the same personal name: Yoshimoto, indicating ownership by a specific individual rather than a generic mass-issued souvenir.Inscriptions & Meaning▪ Bottles (Tokkuri)The gold-painted inscription on the bottles reads:「支那事変記念」 – “China Incident Commemoration”The China Incident was the official term used by the Imperial Japanese government and military to refer to the conflict in China beginning in 1937.Items bearing this inscription were typically produced as military-related commemoratives, connected to deployment, service, or return.▪ Cups (Guinomi)Inside the sake cups, the following inscriptions are clearly visible: 忠 (Loyalty) 勇 (Bravery) 凱旋記念 (Return / Victory Commemoration)These words reflect the core military virtues emphasized within the Imperial Japanese Army.The phrase “Return Commemoration” strongly suggests that these cups were intended to mark safe return from the front, making them deeply personal artifacts rather than purely decorative items.Named Piece – “Yoshimoto”All components in this set bear the same name:吉本 (Yoshimoto)Named military commemorative ceramics are significantly rarer than anonymous examples.This indicates that the set was associated with a specific soldier or individual, offering collectors a tangible connection to personal wartime history, not just abstract militaria.Design & Symbolism Cherry blossoms (sakura): Symbol of sacrifice, loyalty, and impermanence in Japanese military culture Star emblem: Commonly associated with the Imperial Japanese Army Blue glazed ceramic with geometric relief patterns: Reflects wartime craftsmanship under material restrictions while maintaining formality and dignity Despite being utilitarian objects, these pieces embody military ideology, ritual, and memory.The Role of Sake Ware in the Imperial Japanese ArmySake bottles and cups were not merely tableware.They were used during: Departure ceremonies Return celebrations Unit gatherings Moments of remembrance and bonding among soldiers As such, commemorative sake sets like this one functioned as ritual objects, carrying emotional and symbolic weight.Condition & Size Bottle height: approx. 13 cm (5.1 inches) Cups: approx. 5.5–6 cm diameter Shows expected age-related wear and glaze variations.No major damage observed. Condition is consistent with authentic wartime ceramics.Collector’s NoteThis is a historical artifact, preserved in its original context. It is offered strictly for historical, educational, and collectible purposes.ShippingFedex or Japan postInternational Buyers - Please Note:Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.Thank you for your understanding.