Occupied Japan Miniature Porcelain Lamp

Why Are Occupied Japan Figurines Worth More?
There are a few reasons why items made in occupied Japan are sometimes valued highly. For one thing, even though many objects received the stamp, they are still rare. Seven years is a relatively short time, after all.

Further, many people continue to be fascinated by World War II. Therefore, anything connected to this historical event has more inherent value. Because of this, people are willing to pay more money for objects with this stamp because they know that they came from Japan in the years immediately following the war.

Items that the Japanese people made during this time were created under U.S. supervision. All manufacturing helped with the country's rebuilding efforts. Both of those facts strengthen the item's relationship to the war and its perceived value by collectors. In addition to their rarity and relation to World War II, these objects also have added value because they are easy to date, which can be difficult with antiques.