Japan – Scott #s 1338-40

Description

Japan – Scott #1338–1340 (Mint Never Hinged)

This visually rich three-stamp commemorative set reproduces scenes inspired by classical Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints, celebrating traditional culture, storytelling, and everyday life in historical Japan. Issued as a connected design, the stamps together form a continuous narrative scene, a format that highlights Japan’s mastery of sequential and panoramic stamp art.

The imagery includes kabuki-style figures and period dress, rendered with fine linework, expressive faces, and carefully balanced colors. The designs echo Edo-period aesthetics while remaining crisp and accessible as modern commemoratives. Each stamp carries a 50-yen denomination, intended for standard domestic postal use at the time of issue.

Scott #1338–1340 is especially appealing to collectors for its cultural depth and cohesive presentation. This example is mint never hinged (MNH) throughout the set, with full original gum and no signs of mounting, making it ideal for condition-conscious collectors.

A strong addition to collections focused on Japan, traditional art, theater, or multi-stamp scenic issues.

Details:

• Country: Japan

• Scott Catalog Numbers: 1338–1340

• Denomination: 50 yen each

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH), full original gum

• Format: Complete three-stamp set

• Color: Multicolor

• Theme: Traditional art, ukiyo-e, culture, theater