An uncommon pre-war Japanese beauty and household health manual published in 1933, featuring charming Art Deco-inspired cover design, period cosmetic advertisements, and illustrated beauty, massage, and family wellness techniques. Inside are detailed instructional drawings for facial massage, skincare, hair care, and maternal health, offering a fascinating glimpse into everyday beauty and domestic life in early Shōwa-era Japan.
The volume also contains vintage advertisements for Japanese cosmetics and beauty products, making it especially appealing to collectors of advertising ephemera, beauty history, and Japanese graphic design.
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related toning, light edge wear, and minor creasing consistent with age. Interior pages remain clean and complete. Please review photos for condition details.
5" x 7 1/2"