Meiji-era Japanese Novel – “Harada Kai” by Namiroku – Complete 3 Volumes – Woodblock Frontispieces by Mizuno Toshikata (1 Missing) – Aoki Suzan-dō Item Description (English): A rare antique Japanese novel set from the Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century), titled “Harada Kai”, authored by Ozaki Namiroku (尾崎浪六), a prominent and popular novelist of the time. This set includes 3 volumes and was published by the renowned Aoki Suzan-dō publishing house. The front covers and inner illustrations feature woodblock-printed kuchi-e (frontispiece illustrations) by the respected artist Mizuno Toshikata (水野年方), known for his elegant Meiji-era woodblock art. Please note: The kuchi-e from the final volume is missing. These volumes reflect the style and aesthetics of Meiji literature and publishing. Each is bound in traditional Japanese stab-stitch binding, though the binding threads are fragile and deteriorating. Details: Author: Ozaki Namiroku (尾崎浪六) Illustrator: Mizuno Toshikata (水野年方) Publisher: Aoki Suzan-dō (青木嵩山堂) Era: Meiji period, Pre-war Japan Format: Traditional Japanese binding Volumes: 3 volumes complete Size (each volume): approx. 14.5 × 22 cm Condition: Antique condition with signs of age and use Discoloration, foxing, soiling, minor damage, handwritten notes, stamps Binding strings are fragile and may come loose easily One volume missing the woodblock frontispiece Please refer to the photos for detailed condition Sold as-is – recommended for collectors familiar with antique Japanese books Origin: Japan – Meiji Period (1868–1912) Please note: The books are traditionally bound (yotsume-toji) and do not have numbered pages. Estimated total pages: approx. 270. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.