This product is most likely manufactured for 100V, the voltage standard in Japan. When used in the EU (standard is 220V), please connect a transformer between the product and the socket. Please note that failure to check and connect the product will result in a malfunction, which is not covered by the warranty. --------------- The "YEAR OF MANUFACTURING is 1956" is information I got from scouring the net, so there could be an error of a few years. Nevertheless, it is almost certainly a product that is more than 60 years old. Check that the front channel area and the vacuum tube glow. Confirmation that audio was produced. All knobs work smoothly. --------------- Japan Import All photos were taken by the seller. They also show the actual product to be delivered. We do not guarantee the life of the cartridges or other batteries. Shipping Shipped by FedEx with tracking number and compensation. Unless there are some irregularities such as bad weather or traffic problems, delivery can be made in about one week from the time of payment. International Buyers - Please Note: : Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. : Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. : These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. : We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” - International government regulations prohibit such behavior.