This is an original Japanese FRAMED pamphlet-poster from the first release of The Flavor of Green Tea Over Rice in 1952.
The artwork for the poster is set in a cream-colored mount and dark brown frame, complementing its design fantastically. The poster is extremely rare and in demand by collectors of Yasujiro Ozu.
This size of poster can be displayed anywhere, it is ideal for an office desk, or at home. This poster comes framed and will make a beautiful gift for family, friend or.... yourself!
This is a vintage Japanese movie program or flyer for "The Flavor of Green Tea Over Rice" (お茶漬の味, Ochazuke no Aji), a 1952 film directed by Yasujiro Ozu.
The text at the bottom left, "小津安二郎 作品" (Ozu Yasujirō Sakuhin), indicates that this is a work by the legendary filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu. The logo on the bottom right shows that it was produced and distributed by Shochiku (松竹株式会社), Ozu’s longtime studio.
This classic Ozu film explores themes of marriage, tradition, and modernity in postwar Japan. It follows a middle-class couple whose relationship is strained due to societal expectations and personal differences. The film’s title refers to a simple, comforting meal—symbolizing sincerity, humility, and contentment in contrast to the refined yet distant emotions of upper-class life.
Starring Shin Saburi, Michiyo Kogure, and Keiko Tsushima, the film is a beautifully crafted observation of human relationships, featuring Ozu’s signature static cinematography, tatami-level shots, and minimalist storytelling.
This Japanese theater-issue program is a rare and collectible artifact from the film’s original 1952 release, featuring an elegant portrait of lead actress Michiyo Kogure in traditional attire. Given Ozu’s enduring influence on world cinema, this is a highly desirable piece of Japanese film history.
This poster is in excellent condition. Please refer to the imagery (both front and back) as this is the exact poster that is for sale.
It is over 73 years old!
It is not a reproduction or a reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.