The Guide Map to the Railway in the Neighbourhood of Tokyo [Reserved For Allied Military Forces]
Navigating Tokyo during the Occupation of Japan.
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Description
This rare relic from the American postwar occupation of Japan was designed and distributed by the Traffic Passengers Section of the Tokyo Railway Division. Likely hung on a train car, one side of the sign presents a stylized transit map of the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. Government, private companies, and subway lines are noted according to the legend at the bottom. A timetable shows travel times from Tokyo Station, varying from 9 minutes (Shinagawa Station) to over 2 hours (Atsugi Station). Text on the verso identifies the display as ‘Reserved for Allied Military Forces’ in both English and Japanese.
Map Details
Publication Date: c. 1947
Author: Traffic Passengers Section, Tokyo Railway Division
Sheet Width (in): 19.1
Sheet Height (in): 9.75
Condition: B+
Condition Description: Vinyl-like sign (thick, sturdy material) printed on both sides, one a black and white map and the other, in color, American and Japanese text. Five holes at the top, probably where hung, and moderate wear and light surface abrasions visible on both sides. It looks like the letters 'VD' have been faded and scratched into the text side. The map shows scattered discoloration and soiling. About good condition overall.
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