Japan 1 Sen Cherry Blossom Overprint for China Post Offices

China (Japanese Post Offices) · 1900 · 1 Sen

This 1 sen Japanese postage stamp features the iconic cherry blossom design, a national symbol of Japan. It was overprinted with characters indicating its specific use at Japanese post offices established in various treaty ports and concessions across China.

These stamps represent Japan's imperial presence and economic influence in China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, allowing Japanese residents and businesses to use their own postal services within Chinese territory.