Japanese Military Sake Cups, 3 Pieces Retirement Commemoration, Completion of Service Commemoration Antique Antique Rising Sun Flag, Cherry Blossoms, Stars Diameter 5.1-5.3 cm Height 2.9 cm The light blue sake cup has the inscription: "If asked about the Yamato spirit of Shikishima, it is the mountain cherry blossoms fragrant in the morning sun." It is likened to "mountain cherry blossoms fragrant in the morning sun," expressing a pure, courageous spirit, and a willingness to sacrifice one's life when facing a situation. Military sake cups were mainly distributed in pre-war Japan as commemorative items to neighbors and related people to celebrate discharge from military service or return from the battlefield. They are also called "Military Cups," "Military Sake Cups," or "Soldier's Cups." The custom of military sake cups began around the time of the Sino-Japanese War and became widespread during the Russo-Japanese War. In an era of conscription, safely completing military service and returning home was a joyous occasion, and they were distributed as a thank you to those who saw them off when they went to war. Includes the name of the person who distributed it. They have value as historical materials that convey the social conditions, culture, and people's thoughts of the time. As "negative historical heritage" that conveys the history of war, they are considered important materials for thinking about peace. No cracks or chips. Please understand and purchase them as antique items from that time. #OldJapaneseArmy #MilitarySakeCups #MilitaryCups #Antique #Antique #SakeCups #Cups #Ochoko #RisingSunFlag #CherryBlossoms #EmpireofJapan