WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Suzuya Cruiser Naming Ceremony Postcard Set Yokosuka

  
This is not just a postcard set-this is a piece of pre-war Imperial Japanese naval history. These two original commemorative postcards were issued for the naming ceremony of the heavy cruiser Suzuya , held on December 20, 1934, at the Yokosuka Naval Arsenal. The original decorative envelope, complete with an official red commemorative seal, is also included.

Now here's the historical punch. Suzuya was part of the Mogami-class heavy cruisers, which were revolutionary in their design. Originally built as light cruisers to exploit naval treaty loopholes, they were later rebuilt as heavy cruisers. Suzuya was known for her speed, firepower, and distinctive hybrid structure.

She played a central role in major Pacific War battles-including the Battle of the Philippine Sea and the Battle of Leyte Gulf, where she was eventually sunk in 1944. This naming ceremony set represents the beginning of Suzuya's journey-from blueprint to battle. They symbolize pride, technology, and Japan's naval ambitions before WWII. The visual design is also worth noting-featuring modernist torpedo turrets, cherry blossoms, and symbols of peace and nationalism.

If you're a collector of Imperial Japanese Navy artifacts, military ephemera, or WWII memorabilia, this is a rare, authentic, and highly meaningful set that connects directly to the frontline history of the Pacific War. International Buyers - Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.