Small Stamp

The “44th Kamakura Stamp Exhibition” organized by the Kamakura Philatelic Society, which collects and researches materials related to stamps and postal services, will be held on the 25th and 26th at the Kamakura Lifelong Learning Center (Komachi, Kamakura City).

This commemorative exhibition marks the 150th anniversary of the adjacent Kamakura Post Office this year, featuring works related to Kamakura. Exhibits include envelopes from the Meiji era, pre-war and post-war postmarks, as well as stamps from the Netherlands and stamps depicting traditional costumes.

Admission is free. On the 25th, it will be open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and on the 26th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Each day, the first 50 visitors will receive used stamps as a gift.

On the 25th, visitors can get the “Kamakura Post Office 150th Anniversary” small stamp cancellation at the post office.

44th Kamakura Stamp Exhibition

The 44th Kamakura Stamp Exhibition is a recurring event celebrating the hobby of philately (stamp collecting) in the historic city of Kamakura, Japan. While the exhibition itself is a modern event, it is held in a city renowned as the former political capital of Japan during the Kamakura shogunate from 1185 to 1333. The event connects this rich historical setting with the cultural appreciation of art, history, and communication found in stamps from around the world.

Kamakura Philatelic Society

The Kamakura Philatelic Society is a club for stamp collectors (philatelists) based in the historic city of Kamakura, Japan. While the specific founding date is not widely documented, such societies typically form to bring together enthusiasts to share collections, trade stamps, and promote the hobby. It exists within a city renowned for its rich cultural history, including numerous ancient temples and shrines.

Kamakura Lifelong Learning Center

The Kamakura Lifelong Learning Center is a modern public facility in Kamakura, Japan, dedicated to community education and cultural activities. While the center itself doesn’t have ancient historical significance, it serves the historic city of Kamakura, which was the political capital of Japan during the Kamakura Shogunate from 1185 to 1333. The center continues the city’s long-standing tradition of learning and cultural development through its various workshops, lectures, and classes for residents.

Kamakura Post Office

The Kamakura Post Office is a historic postal facility located in the coastal city of Kamakura, Japan, which served as the nation’s political capital during the Kamakura period (1185-1333). While the original building is no longer standing, the post office has operated for over a century, providing essential services and reflecting the city’s long-standing role as a significant cultural and administrative center.

Meiji era

The Meiji era (1868-1912) was a transformative period in Japanese history that marked the end of the feudal shogunate and the restoration of imperial rule under Emperor Meiji. This era was defined by the rapid modernization and Westernization of Japan, as the nation opened to foreign trade and industrialized to avoid colonization and become a world power.

Netherlands

The Netherlands is a Northwestern European country known for its flat landscape, extensive canal systems, and rich artistic history. Historically, it was a major maritime and economic power during the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age, a period famous for its master artists like Rembrandt and Vermeer. Today, the country is celebrated for its iconic windmills, tulip fields, and progressive social policies.

Kamakura Post Office 150th Anniversary

The Kamakura Post Office, established in 1872 during Japan’s rapid modernization in the Meiji era, recently celebrated its 150th anniversary. This milestone highlights its long history of service and its role as a vital community institution in the historic city of Kamakura.