1926 Imperial Japanese Army Training Manual Complete Soldier Instruction Book
This is an original 1926 (Taisho 15) Imperial Japanese Army training manual. Published by Seibudo, intended for active-duty soldiers and non-commissioned officers. At the end of the Taisho era, Japan was transforming its army into a fully standardized modern military, shifting away from individual experience toward systematic, reproducible training doctrine. This book was created as a practical field manual, not a theoretical text. This manual was used by. As a daily reference for training, field exercises, and instruction. It covers virtually every aspect of soldier education at the time, including. Command and signaling methods. Flag signaling, distance measurement, and map reading. Hygiene and first aid. (21 sections in total). Small portable format (12.8 × 7.8 cm). Extensive diagrams, charts, and illustrations. Period pencil markings and notes remain. The handwritten notes and underlining indicate actual use by a soldier, adding significant historical authenticity. This is not a reproduction. It is a genuine primary source showing how Imperial Japanese soldiers were trained immediately before the Showa era. A serious reference piece for military historians, collectors, and researchers. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).