Anthropomorphic PY Japan: The Madness That Shook the Collector World!

Hey Crazy4Me fam! Remember the vintage anthropomorphic PY Miyao craze we dove into earlier? Buckle up, because things just got wilder than a sumo wrestler on a pogo stick!

PY Anthropomorphic Frying Pans, Wedding Elephants, Penguin Shakers and Corn Skewers 1950s Japan
PY Anthropomorphic Frying Pans, Wedding Elephants, Penguin Shakers and Corn Skewers 1950s Japan
Vintage Anthropomorphic PY Japan 1950s Pig Wall Plaques and Lefton/Norcrest Cookie Jars
Vintage Anthropomorphic PY Japan 1950s Pig Wall Plaques and Lefton/Norcrest Cookie Jars

March 2024 was a whirlwind for vintage kitschy cute anthropomorphic PY Japan, Norcrest, Lefton, ESD and more collectors. Prices for these quirky Japanese ceramics literally skyrocketed on platforms like eBay. We’re talking mind-blowing figures for some of the rarest PY Japan pieces the collector market has ever seen!

Vintage PY Anthropomorphic Flower Planters and Wall PLaques Japan 1950s
Vintage PY Anthropomorphic Flower Planters and Wall PLaques Japan 1950s
Vintage Anthropomorphic Norcrest/PY Fish Sugar and Creamers
Vintage Anthropomorphic Norcrest/PY Fish Sugar and Creamers
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The PY Miyao Craze: Japan’s Best Novelty Ceramics in America

Hello, pottery enthusiasts and history buffs! Today, we’re diving into the company of PY Miyao Craze: Japan’s Best Novelty Ceramics in America, an iconic ceramics company that captured the hearts of Americans in the post-World War II era.

From whimsical figurines to elegant tableware, PY Miyao’s novelty ceramics have become highly sought-after collector’s items. Join us as we explore the company’s history, its introduction to American audiences, and the lasting impact of its unique designs.

The Birth of PY Miyao Japan Pottery

Established in the early 20th century, the PY Miyao Japan pottery company has its roots in the Aichi Prefecture, home to many renowned Japanese pottery centers. The company was named after its founder, Miyao Yoshida, whose initials PY stood for “Pottery Yoshida.” Miyao’s goal was to bring the artistry and craftsmanship of Japanese ceramics to a broader audience, both in Japan and abroad.

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