TRAVEL POSTER - Fly to Japan by Qantas

“Fly to Japan by Qantas” Vintage Travel Poster (c.1950)

Graceful, colourful, and infused with post-war optimism, this exquisite reproduction of the Fly to Japan by Qantas poster captures the romance of early international air travel to Asia. Created around 1950, the artwork blends cultural elegance with modern aviation, presenting Japan as a destination of beauty, refinement, and quiet allure—just a flight away.

With its delicate composition, soft colour palette, and confident Qantas branding, this poster is a timeless celebration of travel at its most stylish.

✈️ Iconic Imagery from the Golden Age of Flight

• A poised Japanese figure in traditional dress, rendered with elegance and warmth

• A glowing parasol and floral motifs symbolising grace, culture, and hospitality

• A minimalist sky backdrop that enhances the sense of calm and distance

• A small aircraft in flight—subtle yet powerful, representing modern connection

• Clean typography declaring FLY TO JAPAN BY QANTAS, with route highlights including Sydney, Darwin, Manila, and Tokyo

• Classic branding of Qantas, Australia’s international aviation pioneer

📐 Size Options

Original proportions preserved. Custom sizing available on request.

🎨 Premium Format Options

• 📄 Paper — Printed on heavyweight 170 gsm coated paper; smooth, crisp, and ideal for framing under glass.

• 🧽 Laminated — True encapsulation using 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate; durable, wipe-clean, and long-lasting.

• 🪵 Laminated + Wooden Hang Rails — Natural timber rails with discreet hanging cord; ready to hang straight away.

• 🖼️ Canvas — 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas printed with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks; richly textured and archival-quality.

• 🪵 Canvas + Wooden Hang Rails — Premium presentation with timber rails top and bottom; effortless, gallery-style display.

⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed finishes, as each is carefully assembled by our professional framer.

🎁 Ideal For

• Vintage travel and aviation poster collectors

• Qantas enthusiasts and Australiana lovers

• Admirers of Japanese art and mid-century illustration

• Interior designers seeking a refined, elegant statement piece

🌍 A Poster That Tells a Story

In the early post-war years, Japan represented renewal, culture, and reconnection with the wider world. Qantas’ services to Asia symbolised Australia’s growing international outlook, and posters like this reassured travellers that long-haul flight could be both civilised and inspiring.

This artwork didn’t shout—it invited, promising discovery wrapped in comfort and care.

🖼️ Display with Pride

Perfect for a study, living space, gallery wall, or curated commercial interior, this poster brings calm, colour, and timeless sophistication to any room.

Elegant. Cultural. Enduring. Bring the quiet romance of classic Qantas travel to Japan into your space.