1951 Japan 10 Yen 'Geisha' Definitive Stamp

Japan · 1951 · 10 Yen

This definitive stamp features a portrait of a Geisha, a traditional Japanese female entertainer skilled in various arts. The design, based on a painting by Itō Shinsui, captures the elegance and cultural significance of the Geisha in Japanese society. It was part of the Showa definitive series, which highlighted various aspects of Japanese culture and industry.

Issued in the post-World War II Showa era, this stamp was part of Japan's effort to rebuild its national identity and promote its rich cultural heritage to the world.