1982 Vintage Photo Postcard Aichi Japan Zone 25 QSL Card JE2UYV/MM Full color photo of a beautiful sunset from the bow of a ship. From S/S Satsuma Maru, Chuodai, Kasugai-city, AICHI 487, JAPAN Handwritten date of March 25, 1982 and note says: QTH AT THE ARABIAN SEA (17North 67East)" Stamped or printed in the middle of the card is "Showa Line LTD." and a red circular stamp that has the date in the center with "Japan" along the bottom and "Satsuma Maru/JJEQ" across the top. FYI Trivia : Showa Line Co., Ltd. was merged with Nippon Yusen Kaisha(NYK) in March 27, 1998 and delisted. Engaged in the provision of freight transportation ad other related logistic services The company is a full service private firm, which is primarily engaged in the provision of freight transportation ad other related logistic services. It was established in 1944 and has a registered head office located in Tokyo 100, Japan. (a LITTLE HISTORY: ss SATSUMA MARU, built in 1884 by Napier Shanks Bell Yoker. The Steamship, SATSUMA MARU was launched Tuesday, 27/05/1884 at Napier Shanks. Her dimensions were a length of 265.5 feet, and a tonnage of 1866 grt. After doing some research there were apparently "two" ships named SATSUMA MARU, one a cargo ship, which is what this one appears to be in the photo, and the other a According to records the Submarine Gudgeon (SS-211) sinks Japanese merchant cargo ship Satsuma Maru (previously damaged by Chinese B-25s off Wenchow, China, at 2801'N, 12130'E), 2738'N, 12115'E but there is also mention that a USAAF B-25 aircraft sink Japanese ship Satsuma Maru off Wenchow, 2800'N, 12130'E) CONDITION: Near mint condition. Corners show very minor wear. No pin holes, stains or smudges. Click here to shop for MORE QSL Cards, HAM RADIO Postcards ************* Hello there, thank you for stopping by to look at my items!. I have over the years accumulated a variety of personal collections that have been very carefully cared for and preserved. (not obtained from yard sales or storage sales). But, now forced to clean out the closets due to both a lack of space and mostly financial need, and I appreciate your purchasing, looking and sharing, and I hope you are pleased with your purchases. ************** PAYMENT: I use PayPal SHIPPING: All items ship carefully packed from California USA Some items require additional packing materials to make sure the item arrives to you without damage, which adds to the handling cost and shipping weight. non-refundable shipping costs include packaging, packing materials, shipping supplies, postage, fees. Returns with refund of S H accepted only if damaged by carrier. COMBINING MULTIPLE PURCHASES TO SAVE ON SHIPPING COSTS E-Mail me a list of items you are interested in purchasing, along with your Zip Code or your Country and Postal Code and we will calculate the lowest possible shipping costs. Just make sure the shipping address for all orders are the same. I ship promptly, usually within 4 to 24 hours after payment clears. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: I do ship to international destinations, including UK, Canada, Netherlands, Australia calculated by weight, via US Postal International Mail. (Import fees, taxes and customs fees are not included, and may be payable on delivery) RETURNS, REFUNDS and DAMAGED SHIPMENTS: All sales are final, except if damaged in transit of course. If your item has been damaged by the carrier, before returning your item, please take photos of the item and damaged packaging, and save the damaged packaging and all packing materials to return with your damaged item(s). Contact me and send photos to me within 3-5 days (not counting weekends and Holidays of course) I am not a business, and returns are costly for me, so, I do my best to describe items as accurately as possible, and note any flaws or damage, and Photos are of the actual item you will receive. In many cases I have been able to scan the item, and zoom in on flaws, for a more accurate close-up detail of the item's condition. PLEASE, If you have any questions about this item or shipping, please contact me before purchasing or making an offer(s) or see full policy at Policies, Shipping, Here (you may have to "right-click" and open in new window) . ... and Thank you so Much for Looking, Shopping and Sharing, (and for reading all this long-winded-policy-technical-shipping-info-terms-and-stuff). --------- M A N Y T H A N K S ---- Click Here to Shop Rosies-Treasures Booth for more Christmas outfits, retro vintage holiday table decor and fancy tableware, fancy platters, holiday decor, Precious Moments Christmas gifts, retro clothing, vintage jewelry, unique fashion finds, gifts, collectibles and cool stuff.