Vintage Japanese hand, painted cherry blossom tea set

• Manufacturer: The set is an example of mid-century Japanese export porcelain. The red circular mark on the bottom is a common export stamp that signifies the piece was made in a Japanese kiln for international markets, often following the Showa era (1926–1989) traditions.
• Pattern: It features a hand-painted floral design, specifically plum blossoms, which are highly traditional motifs in Japanese art representing resilience and spring.
Year of Production
• Era: Produced in the mid-20th century, likely between the late 1940s and the 1960s.
• Context: The "Made in Japan" stamp in a red circle was standardized for export wares after 1921, but the specific style of this set aligns with the 1950s "Occupied Japan" or post-occupation boom period.