An exceptional historical time-capsule artifact for advanced collectors of pre-war Olympic memorabilia, early global sound recording history, and Shōwa-era Japanese ephemera.This is an original mid-1930s deluxe "Parrot Case" 10-inch 78 RPM record travel carrier. Crucially, the bottom-left front face features an intact, authentic promotional water-decal of the Olympic rings. This was officially issued in Japan to build local momentum for the ill-fated 1940 XII Olympiad in Tokyo—the famous "Phantom Games" that Japan ultimately forfeited and cancelled in July 1938 due to the escalation of the Second Sino-Japanese War.Key Archival Features:The Custom Index: Pasted inside the inner lid is a beautifully preserved, hand-brushed custom contents catalog written in traditional vertical kanji by the original 1930s collector to organize their 78 RPM library.The Shellac Box: Features a striking black and red marbled/veined lacquer exterior finish over a sturdy wood frame. Heavy pre-war brass locking latches, rivets, and side hinges show an authentic, honest antique patina.The Included Ephemera: Tucked inside the case are the original pre-war printed lyric and dialogue script booklets published by Teichiku Records (Imperial Gramophone Co., Ltd., Nara) for the multi-disc Rōkyoku narrative drama series "Ishimatsu's Youth" (石松若き日) written by Shiro Hagiwara. Includes Acts 1, 3, and 4 in clean condition.Because promotional materials for the cancelled 1940 Tokyo Games were heavily recalled or destroyed during the subsequent war years, surviving domestic examples like this are exceptionally scarce.(Note: Check out our other listings for the companion 1940 Helsinki Olympic Record Sleeve!)Condition: Beautifully weathered antique condition with honest age wear. Latches operate securely. Please review photos for exact cosmetic patina.Postage: Shipped worldwide using our signature, specialized shellac-safe packing methods. 2,300+ successful sales—bid with absolute confidence.