vintage Japanese wisteria tea set

• Manufacturer: The set is Japanese Porcelain of the type often exported in the mid-20th century. While many factories used similar marks, the red circular stamp "Made in Japan" is a standard export mark used by various kilns, including those in the Satsuma or Kutani regions.
• Identification Marks: The red circle containing kanji characters translates generally to "Made in Japan" or indicates a specific studio/factory name common for post-WWII export wares.
• Pattern: The design is a classic Wisteria pattern, a highly traditional Japanese motif representing longevity and grace.
Year of Production
• Estimated Era: Late 1940s to early 1960s.
• Context: The specific "Made in Japan" red circular stamp was widely used following the Occupation period (post-1952) and into the mid-century export boom. Similar hand-painted wisteria sets with lithophane (geisha face in the bottom) or gold-trimmed borders were most popular during the 1950s.