This is a Japanese tropical Type 98 combat tunic used during World War II. The Type 98 combat uniform was introduced in 1838, and evolved as the war went along. This is a third pattern Type 98 tunic, as there are no buttons for the side vent openings. The olive cotton material is in very good condition, showing no rips, tears or moth damage. There is some very light staining on the right rear of the uniform, around the shoulder area. All of the stitching is still very tight and unbroken. The single breasted five button front is unfortunately missing three buttons. The remaining two front buttons and the two pocket buttons are of the dark olive metal type. The belt loop on the left side, to provide support when the Type 30 bayonet was worn on the belt, is still present as is the button. The under arm vents are not frayed or torn. The rank of Senior Private is sewn on the collar, but has been sewn on post war. The leather waist belt is in very good condition, the leather is still very supple and flexible. The bandage pocket inside the tunic is still intact. The ink stamp on the inside of the unlined tunic is very legible, unfortunately I can't read Japanese! I will provide an update as soon as I can get the tag translated. This is a nice condition Japanese enlisted tunic that would look great in a WWII Pacific theater display, especially with the addition of a few buttons!

Item # AA2193

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