This classic Japanese definitive stamp features the portrait of Emperor Meiji, one of the most significant modernizing rulers in Japanese history. Printed in deep red, the design includes the Imperial Chrysanthemum Crest symbolizing authority and national identity. Issued for everyday postal use during Japan’s rapid modernization period, this stamp represents an important transition era in Asian philately. Widely collected for its historical relevance, typography, and imperial symbolism, it remains a cornerstone item in traditional Japan collections.