This article introduces Wool Leggings used during the Greater East Asia War period. Wool Leggings varied widely in color and material, and these differences allow us to roughly estimate their period of use. When recreating historical military uniforms, paying attention to such details helps achieve a more authentic appearance.
Using authentic Type 96 Cold Weather Caps, I will compare examples from several production years. I will also introduce specimens that still retain their original nose cover.
An IJA military police NCO in the Type 98 Summer Tunic, armed with a pistol and sword, and when needed a carbine with a cavalry Ammunition Pouch.
An IJA medical NCO in the Type 98 Summer Tunic, with the Red Cross Patch on the left arm. Medics carried a bandage kit, medical NCOs a medical kit.
How the rank and Identification Insignia on the Type 98 uniform (1938) changed over time, traced through army uniform regulations.
The authentic Type 90 Steel Helmet compared with the HIKISHOP replica using a profile gauge, showing that the replica is very well made.
The advanced guide to IJA infantry equipment: the pack for full kit and hidden details, enough for strict reenactments.