Unique antique set of six sterling silver souvenir spoons representing well known Japanese cities from K. Uyeda Jeweller, Imperial Hotel, Tokyo. In original box. Weight is 53 grams.

K. Uyeda (Kichigoro Uyeda) is likely to be the oldest established Japanese silversmith still in business. Founded in 1884 as a souvenir store for foreign tourists, it is still in business today.In 1923, Uyeda store was opened in the recently built Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, designed by the famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. There were many famous people among Uyeda's customers including American baseball players Babe Ruth and Joe DiMaggio, actress Marilyn Monroe, diplomat Henry Kissinger and his wife, professor and American diplomat Edwin Reischauer and his wife.

In very good condition considering age and history. Zoom in on photos to see any imperfections including tarnish.