This is a set of 8 tourist postcards (photographs) from Kobe, believed to be from around the 1950s. The original envelope-style outer bag remains, making this a highly valuable set for historical research, as it was stored together. The contents cover representative shrines, the port, cityscapes, commercial districts, and scenic spots of Kobe, offering a glimpse into the townscape and tourist scenery of the post-war period. Some postcards include English text, suggesting they were produced for foreign tourists at the time. This item was acquired in the United States. [Breakdown (8 cards total)] ☆ Minatogawa Shrine, Ikuta Shrine ☆ Kaigandori and vicinity of Jyuugou, Kobe ☆ From Suwayama Park - View of the city from the port ☆ Kobe Cityscape and Daimaru, Motomachi Shopping Street ☆ The Grandeur of Kobe Port ☆ Kobe Port ☆ View of Awaji Island from Maiko ☆ Nunobiki Falls (Kobe Famous Spot) *Some postcards depict multiple scenes. As an antique item, there are signs of age-related paper texture and deterioration, but there is no critical damage, and the condition is generally good considering its age. Please check the posted photos for details. Recommended for those interested in local history materials, antique photograph/postcard collections, Showa retro, and the port city of Kobe. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with measures to prevent bending and water damage. Please purchase only if you understand and accept antique items. #ShowaRetro #PostwarJapan #KobeMaterials #PortCityScenery #AntiquePhotoSet #VintagePaperGoods #Ephemera #TouristMaterials #UrbanHistory #ModernJapan #HanshinArea #HyogoCollection #LocalHistoryCollector #PaperGoodsLover #BundleSale #WithEnvelope #AtticFind #OldHouseClearing #HistoricalCollection #RetroPrint #Shabby #WorldWarII #PacificWar #Warship #FirstEdition #OldMap #Manchuria #Taiwan