Ministry of Railways of Japan - Railway Travel Guide From Bird's eye View 1926– Taisho Period - 1912-1926

This is the original railway travel guide published by the Ministry of Railways during the Taisho era (early 20th century).

This valuable guidebook by Yoshida Hatsusaburo, known for his beautiful bird's-eye views of Japan's railway lines and landscapes, is a must-have for railfans and map enthusiasts alike. Combining historical significance with artistic beauty, this book is particularly appealing to collectors.

Yoshida's distinctive bird's-eye views vividly recreate the Japanese landscape of the time, captivating the viewer.

A distinctive feature of this book is its traditional right-to-left vertical typeface, which was dominant before the war. This alone sets it apart from postwar publications and strongly reflects the cultural and historical context of the time.

This book was published for travelers at a time when Japan's railway network was rapidly expanding and the modern tourism industry was beginning to develop. It offers valuable insights into early Japanese railway travel, destinations, and the design aesthetics of Taisho-era printed materials.

With its attractive, original illustrated cover and compact format, this book is a valuable addition to any railway and travel history collection, not just as a historical resource.

Visible wear, stains, and discoloration due to aging are typical of vintage paper and do not detract from its historical value.

This book is especially recommended for collectors of Japanese antiques, railway memorabilia, transportation history, and Taisho-era prints.

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Item weight, including packaging, is 1000g-1500g, and measures approximately 30cm x 20cm x 10cm.

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