Type 95 Sword

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 upward) Infantry NCOs assigned to regimental or battalion headquarters Senior NCOs at the rank of Sergeant Major (Sōchō) However, there are numerous examples of NCOs…