The 1940s are among the most historically important—and hardest to find—eras for original Japanese movie posters. With many pieces now over 80 years old, survivors are scarce, especially in strong display condition. This collection brings together authentic Japanese posters from the decade, spanning wartime and postwar cinema and classic international releases, chosen for their rarity, period design, and cultural significance.
“The Ghost of Frankenstein” (フランケンシュタインの幽霊), Ultra‑Rare Original Japanese First‑Release B2 Poster, Late 1948 for 1949 Japanese Premiere, Ultra Rare — B2 Size (approx. 51 × 73 cm) O68
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“The Ghost of Frankenstein” (フランケンシュタインの幽霊), Ultra‑Rare Original Japanese First‑Release B2 Poster, Late 1948 for 1949 Japanese Premiere, Ultra Rare — B2 Size (approx. 51 × 73 cm) O68
“Casablanca” (カサブランカ), Ultra‑Rare Original Japanese B3 First‑Release Poster — 1946 First Japanese Premiere Release (13 June 1946) — approx. 14.3 × 20.3 in (36.4 × 51.5 cm)
“Casablanca” (カサブランカ), Ultra‑Rare Original Japanese B3 First‑Release Poster — 1946 First Japanese Premiere Release (13 June 1946) — approx. 14.3 × 20.3 in (36.4 × 51.5 cm)
"We Want a Child!” (原題：Vi vil ha’ et barn), Original Japanese Movie Poster, First Japanese Release (1954), Very Rare, B2 Size (c. 51.5 × 72.8 cm) ZA969
"We Want a Child!” (原題：Vi vil ha’ et barn), Original Japanese Movie Poster, First Japanese Release (1954), Very Rare, B2 Size (c. 51.5 × 72.8 cm) ZA969
"THE GREAT DICTATOR" (チャップリンの独裁者 / 独裁者) — Original Japanese First-Release Poster (Japan), 1960, Special Tall Format c. 57.5 × 103 cm (B1 height, narrow width) O782
"THE GREAT DICTATOR" (チャップリンの独裁者 / 独裁者) — Original Japanese First-Release Poster (Japan), 1960, Special Tall Format c. 57.5 × 103 cm (B1 height, narrow width) O782
