The Japanese military used a wide variety of flags and helmets during World War II. There was the popular "meatball" flag, as well as the military-type ray style. Many Japanese soldiers carried flags on their person that had writing on them wishing them good luck from their friends and families. In the helmet line, they had types for both the army and navy troops, including cloth covers to help camouflage them during combat. The air force had their own type of leather flight helmets that were manufactured for both summer wear and for winter conditions.
Our Collection
The Michigan Traveling Military Museum is pleased to have a nice cross-section of the different types of helmets and flags used by the Japanese military during World War II.
