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Hinomaru Ring and Sword Hanger Belt

This time, I’d like to introduce the Hinomaru Ring and Sword Hanger Belt used by soldiers authorized to carry swords, specifically those who were classified as sword-bearing enlisted personnel. Among non-commissioned officers and enlisted men, the following types were typically permitted to carry swords: Cavalry NCOs and enlisted men (from Private Second Class upward) Transport Troops NCOs and enlisted men (from Private Second Class upward) Military Police NCOs and enlisted men (from Private First Class…

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June 18th, 2025

Clothing / Field Gears

Type 30 Ammunition Pouch (S&Graf)

I've put together an overview of the S&Graf reproduction Type 30 ammunition pouches, along with a summary of the simple restoration work I performed. All of the steps can be done using basic leather‑craft techniques, so even beginners should feel free to give

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May 12th, 2025

Example of Attire

Military Police(Type 98 Summer Tunic)

This is an example of a military police non-commissioned officer wearing the Type 98 Summer Tunic. In the case of the Japanese Army, the lowest rank for military police is Senior Private, so care must be taken when recreating this. To become a military police officer, one had to apply to and graduate from the Military Police School (Kenpeitai Training Unit) after serving in a general branch of the military. As of 1943 (Showa 18),…

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April 24th, 2025

Clothing / Field Gears

Type 5 Canteen

The Type 5 Canteen was used by non-commissioned officers and soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army. Contemporary primary sources refer to it as the "New Model Canteen." While the older tokkuri-shaped canteen had a capacity of 0.6 liters, the Type 5 Canteen was designed to hold 1 liter. It is said that variations in the stopper and strap cord were distinguished using terms such as Kō (甲), Otsu (乙), and Hei (丙), or alternatively, I-gō…

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February 5th, 2025

Clothing / Field Gears / Weapons

Scabbard Cover for Type 95 Sword

The Type 95 sword was a regulation-issue military sword used by non-commissioned officers and soldiers of the Imperial Japanese Army who were required to wear swords, such as cavalry, military police and transport corps. Although I don’t own an original Type 95 sword, I do have a replica made by PK Militaria. Even as a replica, it is quite expensive. After wearing it during outdoor games, the scabbard ended up covered in scratches. I had…

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January 7th, 2025

Weapons

The Modification of the Type 30 Bayonet with a Windlass

This time, I'm focusing on modifying the Windlass-made Type 30 bayonet. Windlass' Type 30 bayonets are relatively easy to acquire, and since the blade is made of non-ferrous metal1, they are safe and convenient for regular military reenactment activities. However, there are some slightly disappointing aspects to them. In particular, I’ll be correcting the most noticeable issue—the shape of the scabbard. The most attention-grabbing feature is the round lump at the tip. Authentic bayonet scabbards…

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December 14th, 2024

Example of Attire

Medic (Type 98 Summer Tunic / Post-Showa 18)

This is an example of the attire worn by Army Medical Department non-commissioned officers and soldiers using the Type 98 Summer Tunic. In this example, the rank is Sergeant, and the individual is wearing the Medical Department identification insignias established in Showa 18. A medic in Type 98 Summer Tunic (front view)A medic in Type 98 Summer Tunic (rear view) As explained in the article on medics wearing the Tropics 2/3 Sleeves Shirt, non-commissioned officers…

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November 21st, 2024

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