1949 Philatelic Week Commemorative: 'Beauty Looking Back'

Japan · 1949 · 8 JPY

This stamp commemorates the 1949 Philatelic Week in Japan. The design features a detail from the famous ukiyo-e woodblock print 'Mikaeri Bijin' (Beauty Looking Back) by the 17th-century artist Hishikawa Moronobu. The artwork depicts a woman in a vibrant red kimono, glancing over her shoulder, capturing a moment of spontaneous grace.

Issued during the post-WWII occupation period, this stamp was part of a series celebrating Japanese culture and art, helping to re-establish national identity and promote the hobby of philately.