Set of 5 Vintage Chikaramachi Japan Eggshell Porcelain Tea Cups & Saucers – Hand-Painted 1920-1940's

A rare and delicate set of 5 vintage Chikaramachi Japan tea cups with matching saucers, beautifully crafted from ultra-fine eggshell porcelain and completely hand-painted with serene tropical beach scenes. These pieces were produced for export between the 1920s and early 1940s, showcasing a fusion of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and Western artistic appeal.

• Each cup and saucer features a unique hand-painted tropical coastal design, with palm trees, boats, and vibrant skies.

• Made from extremely lightweight, translucent eggshell porcelain prized for its delicacy and refinement.

• Backstamped with a green crown and wreath mark, a known hallmark of Chikaramachi Japan, associated with early Noritake production.

• All 5 cups and saucers are in very good vintage condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs noted.

• A fine example of Japanese export porcelain from the pre-WWII era.

Historical Background:

Chikaramachi Japan refers to a district in Nagoya where Noritake and affiliated kilns produced porcelain wares for export during the early 20th century. This mark was used from approximately 1928 to the early 1940s, most often on hand-painted, high-quality decorative pieces like this one.

Eggshell porcelain from this era is highly collectible due to its exceptional craftsmanship, artistic painting, and light, translucent quality. The tropical beach motif is especially unusual and sought after among collectors of Japanese export porcelain.