The Snapshots in Time Collection

Tanuki and Toad Ceramic Figurines at a Japanese Souvenir Shop, Vietnam War Era Liberty Call

Tanuki and Toad Ceramic Figurines at a Japanese Souvenir Shop, Vietnam War Era Liberty Call

A display of ceramic tanuki and toad figurines outside a Japanese shop reflects the souvenir shopping sailors enjoyed during liberty calls in Japan. Such small cultural encounters were a memorable part of Seventh Fleet port visits during the Vietnam War. Project: 218065