This issue was released by Japan on June 1, 1964. The 10 yen commemorative shows an aerial view of the Himeji castle, sole survivor of the old Japanese castles. Its restoration took thirty years.
The stamp was designed by H. Otsuka, and photogravure printed in one colour.
For detailed information on Himeji Castle, see:
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3501.html
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