Vintage Japanese Calendar 1979 — Showa Era (SKU: 26M-HSATO1985) -

Vintage Japanese Calendar — Paper, 1985, Showa Era (SKU: 26M-hsato1985)

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Vintage Japanese Calendar 1979, Showa Era, 1970s (SKU 26M-HSATO1985)

Hand-printed Showa-era calendar on washi, in the folk-art spirit of Keisuke Serizawa

This richly colored vintage Japanese calendar set features multiple hand-printed sheets housed in a speckled washi paper folder. Each month is rendered with bold, calligraphic numerals and the days of the week in Japanese script, framed by intricate knotwork, floral scrolls, and auspicious motifs that recall mingei (folk craft) design and the celebrated stencil-dyed calendars of Keisuke Serizawa.

Printed in harmonious tones of vermilion, moss green, indigo, and soft mustard on softly textured Japanese paper, the designs balance graphic clarity with playful ornament. Ideal for framing individually or displayed together as a complete set, this Showa-period calendar brings a warm, nostalgic accent to interiors that appreciate Japanese printmaking and mid-20th-century design.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, 1970s
  • Material: Hand-printed ink on washi paper with washi folder
  • Use: Wall display, framing, reference, or collection of Japanese graphic design
  • Features: Multi-sheet vintage calendar set with ornate folk-art patterns, calligraphic numerals, Japanese day-of-week headings, and decorative cover; design style reminiscent of Keisuke Serizawa mingei calendars
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light, expected handling wear to edges

A charming Showa-era print ensemble for collectors of Japanese calendars, mingei design, and the tradition of Serizawa-style stencil art.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

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