Japan Towada National Park 10 Sen FDC (Watanabe Edition)

Japan · 1939 · 10 sen

This First Day Cover (FDC) features the 10 sen Towada National Park stamp from Japan's inaugural National Park series. It is a highly sought-after 'Watanabe Edition,' distinguished by its unique woodblock print design created by the renowned Watanabe Woodblock Print Shop.

Issued in 1939, this stamp is part of Japan's early philatelic efforts to promote its natural beauty and national parks. The 'Watanabe Edition' FDC represents a significant artistic collaboration, blending traditional Japanese woodblock printing with the emerging hobby of stamp collecting.