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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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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