Description: Antique hand decorated sake cup dating to the Japanese occupation of Korea (Chosen) 1910-1945. Loosely translated inscription reads: 凱旋記念 - Commeration of a triumphant return 君が為め捧げし命永らへて今日故郷にかへうれしさ - Joy on this day I return to my native land, having long offered my life in service to the Emperor 朝鮮 - Chōsen - Korea under Japanese occupation The outside is this poem "The Spirit of the Japanese" by Motoori Norinaga:If someone wondershow to describe the spiritof the Japanese,say "mountain cherry blossoms,glowing in the morning sun." Beneath it says "特許 (patent) 四二三一四(42314)". Gilt around rim is worn with tiny rough spots and a miniscule chip. These came from a former gold camp (now on private land). Thanks for supporting our small Montana business!
Price: 31.99 USD
Location: Anaconda, Montana
End Time: 2024-12-17T19:43:56.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Cup
Color: Blue
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Region of Origin: Japan
Age: 1900-1940
Maker: Unknown
California Prop 65 Warning: NA
