I'm not a ceramacist, but I analyze historic artifacts.  Here is a little
(very little) info on Japanese ceramics:

Per Elyce Litts, 1988, Geisha Girl Porcelain, the time line general rule is:
Nippon - dates 1891-1921
Japan (or) Made in Japan - dates post-1921.

The bulk of ceramic productiion ceased during WWII, although some continued.

Made in Occupied Japan, - dates 1945-1952

Hope that helps a little.

Pam Asbury-Smith
SRI Tucson


From: "Susan Walter" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, December 22, 2003 12:02 PM
Subject: WWII+ Japanese ceramics


Dec. 22, 2003
Histarchers,
I am wondering if anything new (the last 5 years or so) is available about
Japanese WWII+ tablewares.  Most of the collection I recently got is marked
MADE IN JAPAN.
Thanks, and Happy Holidays to all -
S. Walter