Theatrical Release Posters from Japan

The most commonly produced Japanese movie poster is something called the "B2". It measures approximately 20" x 29" in size. A larger format and harder to find "B1" also exists. At nearly 29" x 41", its dimensions more closely resemble those of the US one-sheet.


1950s...

I have not yet discovered the year of this poster, but the vintage artwork is simply splendid. Possibly dates from the 1950s. It's a B2 format, measuring 21" x 27".

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R-1950s. B2 format, 20" X 28.5". Sold for $143.40 (USD) in May 2009.

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1980...

Buena Vista, R-1980. B2 format, 20.25" X 28.75".

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1985...

Probably from 1985. This poster is widely sold online as a reproduction. The repro is easy to spot, however, since it measures just 11" x 17" and does not fit the standard Japanese size specifications.

R-1985. Double-bill release of Snow White and Aristocats. Large B1 format, measures 28.75" x 40.5".

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