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Occupied Japan Man and Lady ceramic salt and pepper shakers
These adorable salt and pepper shakers are looking for a new home.
The lady stands 7.4cm (2.9") tall. The base is 2.9cm (1.1") x 2.9cm (1.1") approximately. She has " Japan" stamped on the base.
The man stands 7.8cm tall. The base is 3.2cm (1.3") x 3cm (1.2") approximately. He has "made in occupied Japan" stamped on the base. The cork is within the shaker for this one.
"Occupied Japan" (OJ) is a term used for the time period from 1945 (after World War II) through April 25, 1952; it was during this time that the Allies "occupied" Japan. ... As Japan needed to rebuild their economy after the war, part of the agreement to allow them to export goods out of their country was that they had to mark 50% of all items with "Occupied Japan" or "Made in Occupied Japan." .... Thus, you may come across things, such as a salt and pepper set, where only one of the pair is marked OJ and the other will just have "Japan" on it.
They are in good vintage condition with no noticeable chips or cracks.
Preloved Occupied Japan Man and Lady ceramic salt and pepper shakers
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