Important – Please read before bidding To ensure a smooth and secure transaction, please read the following information. ⸻ Import duties and taxes Customs duties, import taxes, and clearance fees are the responsibility of the buyer. Please note that the VAT paid on Catawiki is separate from any import duties charged by your country. We recommend checking with your local customs office before placing a bid. ⸻ Shipping and packaging All items are shipped by Japan Post EMS (with insurance). If EMS is not available, a private international courier will be used instead. Items are packed carefully to withstand long-distance international transport. ⸻ Tax code requirement (some EU regions) In certain countries, a personal tax code is required for customs clearance. After purchase, please provide your tax code promptly. Shipments may be delayed or returned if this information is missing. ⸻ Damage or issues If your item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Support within 3 days of receipt. Before leaving feedback, please contact us first so we can assist you. ⸻ For shipments to the United States EMS shipments to the US are currently suspended. A private international courier will be used. Items containing batteries or certain types of blades cannot be shipped. All items are shipped from Japan. This lot consists of a set of historical Japanese materials including one photo book marked “Not for Sale” (非売品) and one booklet related to the revised Conscription Law, both issued in August 1941 (Shōwa 16). The photo book contains commemorative content such as group photographs of military personnel, images related to military units, and activity scenes from the period. It also includes portrait photographs believed to be memorial portraits of fallen soldiers. The colophon clearly states “Not for Sale,” indicating that this publication was not intended for commercial distribution. Based on its nature, it may have been distributed to the families or relatives of fallen soldiers or to related parties; however, the exact purpose and distribution remain unknown. The accompanying conscription law booklet provides valuable insight into the legal system and social framework of prewar Japan and represents an important reference for the study of military and institutional history of the period. Together, these items constitute historical reference materials relevant to Japanese social history, military history, and institutional studies during the prewar and early World War II era, suitable for research, archival, and specialist collections. ⸻ Condition Age-related stains, discoloration, and general soiling are present throughout. There is loosening of the binding and deterioration of the paper due to age. Because the book contains many pages, not every page has been checked individually. As a result, missing pages, tears, or other defects may be present, and completeness cannot be guaranteed. The overall condition is considered appropriate for the period of publication. Please note that the storage case (outer box) shows tearing, damage, and sun fading. This lot is not intended for buyers seeking items in good condition. It is offered for those who value historical context and documentary significance, including researchers, archivists, and specialized collectors. The lot is sold strictly as-is. Please bid only if you fully understand and accept the condition and nature of these materials.