This is an original Japanese educational atlas titled "Newly Compiled Map of Japan" (新制日本本地図), written by Naomasa Yamazaki (山崎直方) and published in 1926 (Taisho 15) by Tokyo Kaiseikan. This atlas is a rare historical document, officially approved by the Ministry of Education of the Empire of Japan, and used in middle and high school geography classes. It includes colorful, detailed maps of the Japanese Empire at the time, including territories that are no longer part of Japan today, such as Taiwan, Karafuto (Sakhalin), and the Korean Peninsula. The maps are beautifully printed with clear topographical and political data, making this an important reference for collectors, historians, or researchers of pre-WWII Japanese geography and imperial expansion. Features: -Title: Newly Compiled Map of Japan (Shinsei Nihon Hon Chizu) -Author: Naomasa Yamazaki (renowned geographer and academic) -Publisher: Tokyo Kaiseikan -First printed: Taisho 15 (1926), reissued early Showa period -Officially certified by the Ministry of Education -Includes now non-Japanese territories: Taiwan, Korea, Karafuto -35 pages with full-color lithographic maps and city insets -Clear legend, symbols, and old orthography Size :Approx. 23 × 16 × 0.5 cm Total pages: 35 Artist Profile: Naomasa Yamazaki (1870–1929) was a pioneering Japanese geographer, professor at Tokyo Imperial University, and one of the founding figures of modern geography in Japan. His work shaped educational standards and geographic understanding in early 20th-century Japan. 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.