I haven't shown many lately, but there are several unidentified Japanese cards in my collection. Here's one of my newer ones.
The backs have the same usual stuff as found on other menko, but the order is somewhat unique. The menko number is in the middle, with the janken symbol at the bottom and a robot cartoon above. I'm not sure if the other cards I saw had robots or some other art.
Given the quality and the card stock, I would guess this is post-1960.
I think the "exploding" background is what makes this card extra cool. I like the photo on top of a comic look. Your card is kinda like a vintage version of Topps Kids.
ReplyDeleteMenko are kids games - I've mentioned before that many adults don't consider these as collectibles, only simple toys. It is comic-like, and this was issued in the era of superheroes being super-popular, so it fits the era well.
DeleteThe Dragons didn't start wearing those uniforms until 1974 so you can narrow the time period down a little more.
ReplyDeleteWell, there we go. I wouldn't put it too much older than that, since it seems menko mostly died out soon after. Though not completely.
DeleteCool card. Ive seen several 1970s menko sets with that back so likely around that time.
ReplyDeleteYay late menko! It might have been issued with a whole bunch of other sports and non-sports subjects too, or just used a recycled back.
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