1937 Japanese Woodblock Print – Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets by Terada Kazuo - 2 potholder Hand made in Japan

Hand made in Japan

This smaller version of the classic

When wearing

Designed with two side pockets and two rear pockets for everyday utility

1937 Japanese Woodblock Print – Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets by Terada Kazuo - 2 potholder Hand made in JapanOriginal color woodblock printed plates from Illustrated Encyclopedia of Japanese Sweets (Kokka Zukan) by Terada Kazuo, published by Nishinomiya Shoin, Osaka, in 1937 (Showa 12). The illustration depicts traditional Japanese wagashi (confections) in finely printed pastel colors with accompanying Japanese text identifying each sweet. Originally issued as part of a deluxe reference work documenting regional Japanese confectionery, these plates have