Among the major powers of World War II, the uniforms and equipment of the Japanese army have received the least coverage. This new, detailed volume presents the subject with a superb collection of actual vintage items, and rarely seen World War II era photographs.

Among the subjects covered are: the Imperial Japanese army uniform series; undergarments; footwear; headwear; personal field equipment; extreme climate uniforms; work and specialty uniforms; soldier's personal items; and firearms.

A short chapter examines reproductions.[AuthorName]By Mike Hewitt[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]520+ b/w & color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle][/SubTitle][ColorPattern]520+ b/w & color photos[/ColorPattern]