{"product_id":"ministry-of-railways-japan-3","title":"Saga Prefecture, Japanese Ministry of Railways","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis striking Japanese transportation map of Saga Prefecture was issued in the mid-1920s to commemorate one of the most significant events of the Taisho Era: the wedding of Crown Prince Hirohito to Princess Nagako. Published by the Osaka Mainichi Shimbun, this chromolithographic map combines practical transportation information with ceremonial significance, featuring detailed topographical rendering of the prefecture in soft greens and tans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition includes two detailed inset maps showing the urban layouts of Saga City and the historic port town of Karatsu, complete with street grids, railway stations, and notable buildings marked in the distinctive red coloring used for developed areas. The cartographic style exemplifies the sophisticated Japanese mapmaking tradition of the period, blending Western survey techniques with Japanese aesthetic sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of a numbered series covering all Japanese prefectures, this map represents both a functional reference document and a commemorative keepsake from a pivotal moment in modern Japanese history. A compelling piece for collectors of Japanese cartography or imperial ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.0\" x 30.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Fold lines. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44902835552371,"sku":"MP7519","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/edited_4dd7ebc9-bed6-455e-b237-eb718a991f51.jpg?v=1786405519","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/products\/ministry-of-railways-japan-3","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}