This is an antique Japanese military sake cup, decorated with a pair of flags, with a banner in the center with the words "Banzai" and on top "Boundless Sacred Benevolence". The words on the back are "Taisho 4th Year November 16th" and "Imperial Enthronement Commemoration" "3rd Independent Defense Battalion". These were units stationed in Japanese controlled areas in China (and the railroad) during the period.

Condition: Mint

Size: 4" across