Description
This is an original vintage photo with the handwritten autograph of Yoshiko Yamaguchi (also known by her stage name Li Xianglan / Ri Kōran, 1920–2014).
She was a famous Japanese actress and singer active in the 1930s–40s, who later became internationally known and was once married to the renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi.

The photo shows Li Xianglan with her autograph in green ink on the front. This is an authentic piece from the wartime / pre-war era, making it a highly valuable collectible for fans of Japanese cinema history and autograph collectors.

Details

• Person: Yoshiko Yamaguchi / Li Xianglan (山口淑子, 李香蘭)

• Item: Signed photo (autograph in green ink)

• Size: approx. 13.5 cm × 8.5 cm (5.3 × 3.3 in)

• Period: 1930s–1940s

• Condition: Vintage item with minor wear, age toning, and slight stains due to age. Please check photos carefully for details.

• Authenticity: Hand-signed autograph, not a print.

Historical Note
Yoshiko Yamaguchi (Ri Koran) was one of the most famous Japanese singers/actresses of the 20th century. She starred in numerous films, performed songs in both Japanese and Chinese, and became a cultural icon of wartime East Asia. Later, she pursued a career as a politician and essayist, leaving a significant mark on modern Japanese history.