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Antique wooden Japanese "Dai" and "Shō" Calendar Signs Meiji Period Kanban big and small signboard WO394

Antique wooden Japanese "Dai" and "Shō" Calendar Signs Meiji Period Kanban big and small signboard WO394

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This is a wooden signboard.

Antique Japanese "Dai" and "Shō" Calendar Signs –
Meiji Period

This is a pair of antique Japanese calendar signs indicating "Dai no Tsuki" (Large Month) and "Shō no Tsuki" (Small Month). In the traditional Japanese lunar calendar, months were either 29 or 30 days long. These signs were commonly displayed in stores to inform customers of the month’s length, as payments were often settled at the end of the month—on the 30th for large months and the 29th for small months. Since the month’s length varied each year, these signs helped merchants and customers keep track of payment dates.

 

Each sign features a raised relief kanji character on a lacquered wooden board. The bold strokes represent "Dai" (large, 30-day month), while the more delicate strokes signify "Shō" (small, 29-day month).

SIZE
Width: 29.5cm
Thickness: 1cm

total weight: 365g

Condition:used : There are scratches and cracks.

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-----Shipping-----
It will be shipped by FedEx or Japan post depending on the delivery area.
FedEx:3-6days
Japan post :4-12days

-----Return policy-----
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----- About used artifacts and antiques----
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Some items are over 100 years old.
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  • shipping policy

    Mainly Fedex shipping.
    Arrival date: 3-6days

  • Return policy

    You have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.