WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Sake Cup Set Anchor Rising Sun with Sailor Photo

  

This is a beautiful set of Imperial Japanese Navy sake cups and a sake bottle, likely given to a sailor during or after his military service in World War II. The tall ceramic sake bottle is decorated with the anchor emblem of the navy and the Rising Sun flag with cherry blossoms - a classic motif used to honor naval personnel. The cups are all made of porcelain, hand-painted in vivid colors, and each features a different scene or commemorative message in Japanese characters.

One brown sake cup in the shape of a military helmet with a white cross on top and a visible star on the front - representing the Japanese Army. One blue sake cup with a golden star and laurel wreath, and the words?? - "Commemoration of First-Class Soldier". One cup with an artillery shell and cannon design marked??

, likely commemorating the soldier's retirement from the 2nd Mountain Artillery Unit. - "7th Infantry Regiment Commemoration".

A photo of a Japanese Navy sailor in uniform is also included, likely the original owner. A sake bottle about 13cm tall, matching the set in style.

This set is a personal war memory turned into a work of art - issued not as military equipment, but as a gift or souvenir for the sailor himself or his family. Each piece tells part of a story. Even if you don't read Japanese, the craftsmanship and symbolism speak for themselves. Own a Piece of History.

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