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An attractive original-period Imperial Japanese Army leather officer\'s backpack, featuring a stitched five-pointed star on the front flap and an owner\'s inscription inside.
The inscription reads:
陸軍少尉 the owner asSecond Lieutenant Rinpei Tazawaof the Imperial Japanese Army, with an address in Shiojiri Village, Chiisagata District, Nagano Prefecture.
Constructed from substantial brown grained leather with stitched reinforcements, brass-tone buckles, adjustable straps and a khaki canvas-lined interior containing multiple pockets and fabric tie closures.
The design closely corresponds to documented Imperial Japanese Army leather backpacks preserved in Japanese military history 30 × 24 cm (11.8 × 9.4 inches), excluding straps.
Condition:Good overall collectible condition with attractive aged leather, surface scratches, scuffs and general wear. The straps have hardened with age and exhibit areas of cracking and deterioration. Although they can still be fastened through the buckles, they should be handled carefully and are not recommended for regular carrying.
The main body and interior remain well preserved overall. Please examine all photographs for details.
A distinctive piece of Japanese military history, particularly interesting for its surviving officer\'s name, rank and historical address.
