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This is a rare pre-war Imperial Japanese “Good Luck in Battle” commemorative badge. Presented by the Toyo Youth Group (Toyo Seinen-dan) to a local soldier who was leaving for the front. What the inscriptions say. “Shusse Kogun” – “Departing Imperial Soldier”. “Bu’un Chokyu Kigan” – “Prayer for Long-Lasting Good Fortune in Battle”. “Toyo Seinen-dan Kinen-zo” – “Presented by the Toyo Youth Group”. The badge features two phoenixes, a traditional symbol of protection, rebirth, and auspicious fortune. What was the Youth Group (Seinen-dan)? The Seinen-dan was a pre-war local youth organization in every village and town in Japan. They supported community events and, importantly, organized send-off ceremonies for soldiers. Members would create and present items like this badge to wish for. Long-lasting fortune in battle. And to show the community’s support. This makes the badge not only a military item but a deeply personal community artifact. 3.5 cm tall. Weight: 13.4 g. Material: silver-tone metal (possibly silver, not tested). Condition: Light aging, very good for its age. Comes with original wooden box and the maker’s paper label (rare). A valuable piece for collectors of Imperial Japanese militaria, pre-WWII youth organizations, and historical badges. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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This is a very nice example of a “GI Bring Back Souvenir” of an original Japanese Good Luck Battlefield Flag that dates from the World War II Era. It features the large red meat ball that is adorned with beautiful Japanese inscriptions. Overall it has survived in very nice condition with only some staining and a little mothing. Overall measuring 39 inches across by 28 inches tall. Be sure to add me to your favorites list. Check out my other items. Get Vendio Gallery – Now FREE! The item “VERY NICE JAPANESE ORIGINAL GOOD LUCK BATTLEFIELD FLAG WWII” is in sale since Saturday, July 23, 2016. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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This is a very nice example of a “GI Bring Back Souvenir” of an original Japanese Good Luck Battlefield Flag that dates from the World War II Era. It features the large red meat ball that is adorned with beautiful Japanese inscriptions. Overall it has survived in very nice condition with only some staining and a little mothing. Overall measuring 39 inches across by 28 inches tall. Be sure to add me to your favorites list. Check out my other items. Get Vendio Gallery – Now FREE! The item “VERY NICE JAPANESE ORIGINAL GOOD LUCK BATTLEFIELD FLAG WWII” is in sale since Thursday, July 14, 2016. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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