Japan. (Hong Kong). 1896. Book Post panel endorsed 'Photo's only' addressed to Shanghai, China bearing Japan 'Koban' SG 113, 1s green tied by Yokohama/ Japan date stamp '29th Feb 96' , forwarded from Shanghai to Canton via Hong Kong bearing Hong Kong SG 33, 2c carmine (pair) tied by Hong Kong cds 'MR 15 96' on face. Scarce item paying the 'Printed Matter' rate and inter-port rate from Shanghai. Very attractive item.