Japan 10 Sen Blue, Cherry Blossom Issue

Japan · 1875 · 10 Sen

This classic Japanese stamp features a central design of two cherry blossoms (sakura), a culturally significant flower in Japan. The denomination '10 SEN' is inscribed in English at the bottom, while Japanese characters for 'Imperial Japanese Post' surround the central vignette. The Imperial Seal of Japan, a chrysanthemum, is prominently displayed at the top.

Issued as part of the Cherry Blossom series, this stamp represents a period of modernization and Western influence during the Meiji Restoration. The inclusion of English text alongside Japanese was intended to facilitate international mail.