No. 102547750

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Key chain - Japanese souvenir keychai
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Key chain - Japanese souvenir keychai

This lot consists of approximately 30 vintage souvenir keychains from Japan, collected from various tourist destinations and cultural landmarks. These keychains reflect the popular souvenir culture that developed in Japan during the Showa period (昭和時代, 1926–1989), especially from the 1960s–1980s, when travelers commonly purchased metal or decorative keychains as mementos of their journeys. The collection includes a wide variety of designs representing famous places and themes across Japan. Among them are souvenir medallions depicting historical landmarks such as Suwa Castle, Nikko Toshogu Shrine (Three Wise Monkeys), Okinawa Shureimon Gate, and other regional attractions. Several pieces also feature transportation or travel motifs, such as Shinkansen-related designs and tourist route medallions. Other keychains include bells, miniature charms, animals, temple motifs, and novelty items typical of Japanese travel souvenirs of the time. The materials vary and include metal alloys, copper-tone metal, enamel decoration, plastic elements, and small bells. The mixture of styles—ranging from embossed metal medallions to playful novelty charms—captures the nostalgic atmosphere of mid-20th-century Japanese tourism culture. Today, such souvenir keychains are increasingly appreciated as collectible retro memorabilia, representing Japan’s travel boom during the high-growth era of the Showa period. Lots containing many different designs are particularly attractive for collectors, vintage enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the cultural history of Japanese tourism. The items show typical signs of age and use consistent with vintage objects, such as minor scratches, patina on metal surfaces, and light wear. This lot offers a charming and diverse selection of retro Japanese souvenir keychains, making it both a decorative collection and a fascinating glimpse into Japan’s travel culture. Size As this lot contains multiple keychains of different shapes, the sizes vary. Approximate size of individual pieces: Approx: H3–8 × W2–6 × D0.3–1 cm Total weight: approx. 800 g Condition: (Please refer to the photos for details) - This is a vintage / pre-owned item. - Due to age and previous use, there may be signs of wear such as scratches, stains, discoloration, or creases. - Please note that vintage items may have a distinctive smell due to long-term storage or materials used. Sensitivity to such odors may vary from person to person and from country to country. - We try to describe the condition as accurately as possible, but perceptions may differ depending on individual standards. - Colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor or lighting when the photos were taken. - Please purchase only if you understand and appreciate the unique characteristics of vintage items. Shipping The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by mainly Japan Post or DHL depend on the situation. It will be shipped from Japan, so it takes about 2-3 weeks to receive normally. Please understand that we use recycled materials (cardboard, old newspapers, etc.) as much as possible for packaging materials in order to protect the environment. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customs or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer their contact. If you don't, the parcel will be returned to us and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. Thank you for your cooperation.

No. 102547750

Sold
Key chain - Japanese souvenir keychai

Key chain - Japanese souvenir keychai

This lot consists of approximately 30 vintage souvenir keychains from Japan, collected from various tourist destinations and cultural landmarks. These keychains reflect the popular souvenir culture that developed in Japan during the Showa period (昭和時代, 1926–1989), especially from the 1960s–1980s, when travelers commonly purchased metal or decorative keychains as mementos of their journeys.

The collection includes a wide variety of designs representing famous places and themes across Japan. Among them are souvenir medallions depicting historical landmarks such as Suwa Castle, Nikko Toshogu Shrine (Three Wise Monkeys), Okinawa Shureimon Gate, and other regional attractions. Several pieces also feature transportation or travel motifs, such as Shinkansen-related designs and tourist route medallions. Other keychains include bells, miniature charms, animals, temple motifs, and novelty items typical of Japanese travel souvenirs of the time.

The materials vary and include metal alloys, copper-tone metal, enamel decoration, plastic elements, and small bells. The mixture of styles—ranging from embossed metal medallions to playful novelty charms—captures the nostalgic atmosphere of mid-20th-century Japanese tourism culture.

Today, such souvenir keychains are increasingly appreciated as collectible retro memorabilia, representing Japan’s travel boom during the high-growth era of the Showa period. Lots containing many different designs are particularly attractive for collectors, vintage enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the cultural history of Japanese tourism.

The items show typical signs of age and use consistent with vintage objects, such as minor scratches, patina on metal surfaces, and light wear.

This lot offers a charming and diverse selection of retro Japanese souvenir keychains, making it both a decorative collection and a fascinating glimpse into Japan’s travel culture.

Size
As this lot contains multiple keychains of different shapes, the sizes vary.
Approximate size of individual pieces:
Approx: H3–8 × W2–6 × D0.3–1 cm

Total weight: approx. 800 g

Condition: (Please refer to the photos for details)
- This is a vintage / pre-owned item.
- Due to age and previous use, there may be signs of wear such as scratches, stains, discoloration, or creases.
- Please note that vintage items may have a distinctive smell due to long-term storage or materials used.
Sensitivity to such odors may vary from person to person and from country to country.
- We try to describe the condition as accurately as possible, but perceptions may differ depending on individual standards.
- Colors may appear slightly different depending on your monitor or lighting when the photos were taken.
- Please purchase only if you understand and appreciate the unique characteristics of vintage items.

Shipping
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by mainly Japan Post or DHL depend on the situation.
It will be shipped from Japan, so it takes about 2-3 weeks to receive normally.

Please understand that we use recycled materials (cardboard, old newspapers, etc.)
as much as possible for packaging materials in order to protect the environment.

Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Sometimes Customs or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email.
Please make sure that you could answer their contact.
If you don't, the parcel will be returned to us and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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