1970s Suntory Royal Whisky Kabuki Lion Dancer Print Advertisement — Original Japanese Whisky Ad
Approximately 8.5 x 11.5 inches.
This vintage 1970s Suntory Royal Whisky magazine advertisement showcases a breathtaking full-color illustration of a kabuki lion dancer — a shishi — rendered in the bold, swirling psychedelic style that defined early-1970s commercial art. The original print ad promotes Suntory Royal as 'the classic whisky from Japan,' boldly positioned as an alternative to Scotch and Bourbon for the American market. Distilled near Kyoto and bottled by Suntory International, this collectible ad captures a pivotal moment when Japanese whisky first sought mainstream Western recognition — decades before the global boom that followed. A rare and striking piece for spirits collectors and Japanese culture enthusiasts alike.
What you see is what you get; the ad in the photo is the exact one that'll come to you. Listed sizes are close, but treat them as ballpark, not gospel.
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