“Giappone Sacro – 1. Bonzi in pellegrinaggio.” Four monks on a pilgrimage are shown outside a temple. One is seen holding a staff while the others carry rucksack style bags in front. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “II Pontificio Istituto Delle Missioni Estere promuove la propagazione della Fede e della Civiltà in nove vaste Missioni dell’India, dell’Indocina e della Cina. Sede generale : Milano (137) – Via Monterosa. 81.” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Missions Salésiennes. Nippon I. Théâtre ambulant.” Actors are shown on a small stage on the back of a wagon or truck. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Procure des Missions Salésiennes. C.C.P. Luon, 589.17 9, chemin de Fontanière, La Mulatière (Rhône).” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Missions Salésiennes. Nippon I. 2. Sourire et gravité...” A laughing little boy and serious looking girl are depicted in traditional clothing. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Procure des Missions Salésiennes. C.C.P. Luon, 589.17 9, chemin de Fontanière, La Mulatière (Rhône).” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Corée. ̶ Bon appétit!” A young man in traditional dress and wearing a gat is shown sitting before a table with soup and several other dishes. There is no handwriting on the back of the postcard.
“Dimanche dans un village chrétien de Corée. A christian Corean village on Sunday.” Many worshipers are shown outside the mountain village church after service. Thatched roof homes and their gardens can be seen in the foreground. The name of the publisher, “Missions-Etrangères de Paris, 128 rue du Bac.” is printed on the back of the postcard. There is no handwriting on the back.
"Japon. – 4. Cette vieille japonaise, avec son vieux système de tissage, confectionne cependant des habits chauds et commodes.“ A village woman is shown sitting at a loom outdoors. Garments made from the cloth she weaves are seen hanging from the frame. A young mother and children stand nearby. The caption and following information are printed on the back of the postcard: “Imprimerie M. Lescuyer, Lyon. Ed. Jésuites Missionnaires, 6, rue d’Auvergfe, Lyon.” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Missions Salésiennes. Nippon I. 4. Nœud de ceinture et coiffure japonais.” A young woman in a silk kimono with a the sash tied in back in a large decorative knot is depicted from the side. She wears her hair wound up in a traditional style. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “ Procure des Missions Salésiennes. C.C.P. Luon, 589.17 9, chemin de Fontanière, La Mulatière (Rhône).” There is no handwriting on the back.
“5). Giappone: Contadina.” A young woman with an unbrella is shown on a street carrying a basket. The caption and following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Procura delle Misioni Sacerdpti del S. Cuore Bologna Via Derna, 45 – C.C. Postale 8/16793.” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Missions Salésiennes. Japon I. 5. Danse et chants pendant le repas.” Women are shown together enjoying entertainment after a meal. One woman dances while several others play musical instruments. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Procure des Missions Salésiennes. C.C.P. Lyon, 589.17. 9, chemin de Fontanière, La Mulatière (Rhône).” “Cercle Missionnaire du Sanatorium du Clergé – Thorenc –. “ is stamped in blue ink on the back. There is no handwriting on the back.
Subject (Geographic):
Japan
Subject (Topic):
Women; Customs and traditions; Musicians; Musical instruments; Food; Leisure