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第13回国民体育大会 << 1958年(昭和33年) 10月19日 >> 2-4-101

13th National Athletic Meet
Issued on October 19, 1958 (Showa 33)

13th National Athletic Meet Issued on October 19, 1958 (Showa 33) The 13th National Athletic Meet was held mainly in Toyama prefecture, Iwate prefecture, Hokkaido and so on.The tournament is characterized by providing a hearty meal and accommodation for athletes in a private lodging (not a commercial principle, but a pure volunteer activity of the locals). This made a big impression on the participating players and became famous.The stamps are designed with badminton and weightlifting.