Melanie Corner chose….

Banknotes, 1942 to 1945

2006 was the year I went travelling, which was a very big step for me and an important time in my life. I visited many far-off places including Thailand, Australia and New Zealand.

After many adventures, my last stop was to visit Tokyo. These banknotes reminded me of how fascinating and complex this country was and also how unfamiliar everything felt. From the currency to the transport system, an awful lot really was 'lost in translation'. Despite this I would really like to return one day.

Melanie Corner is the learning officer for families at the Herbert 

What the curator says:

Banknotes, 1942 to 1945

These banknotes were issued by the Japanese Government during their occupation of Burma from 1942 to 1945. 

They were kept by Robert Callow who served in Burma during the Second World War. The Japanese notes were used to buy the help and services of the local population during the war.