WWII Imperial Japanese Navy 1930 Naval Review Commemorative Saucer Set

  

Commemoration of the Naval Review. Item Description & Historical Context. This tea saucer (chahaku) was issued to commemorate the 1930 Imperial Japanese Navy Naval Review. The Naval Review was a grand military ceremony where the Imperial Japanese Navy showcased its fleet's strength and discipline to the Emperor and the nation. The 1930 Naval Review took place on October 26, 1930, off the coast of Hyogo Prefecture (Osaka Bay).

This event was held shortly after Japan signed the London Naval Treaty (April 22, 1930), which imposed limitations on Japan's warship tonnage. This treaty sparked controversy within the Japanese Navy, dividing it into the "Fleet Faction" (opposed to the treaty) and the "Treaty Faction" (supporters of naval disarmament). Given these circumstances, this Naval Review served as a morale booster for the navy and a public demonstration that Japan remained a formidable maritime power. Key Highlights of the 1930 Naval Review. Emperor Showa personally inspected the fleet. Major warships participated, including the battleship "Nagato". Location: Off the coast of Hyogo Prefecture (Osaka Bay). Purpose: To maintain military morale and reassure the public. This saucer features an engraved silhouette of a battleship and the inscription "Commemoration of the Naval Review, Showa 5, Hyogo Prefecture, " making it a rare and historically significant artifact. The warship engraving reflects the prestige of the Imperial Japanese Navy at that time. Such early Showa-era Naval Review memorabilia are rare, and those specifying "Hyogo Prefecture" are even harder to find. This makes it a valuable collector's item. A must-have for history enthusiasts and militaria collectors!

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