Original Japanese WWII Good Luck Flag dated 1944 with Temple Stamps - 25" x 19" Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles and compete chinstrap

and compete chinstrap

The cross guard and pommel cap appear to both be of iron

The bayonet is marked U

and a majestic score from renowned composer Joe Hisaishi (Spirited Away)

and 12th Regiment Militia numbers on the collar

Original Japanese WWII Good Luck Flag dated 1944 with Temple Stamps - 25" x 19" Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles and compete chinstrapOriginal Item: One of a kind. Just purchased from a Pacific War collector at a military show! This is a real USGI bring back "good luck" flag from Japan, captured during WWII. This example is marked with phrases such as "good luck" and "for bravery". It also has two great round "temple stamps" on either side of the top of the flag. These stamps are only seen on a minority of these flags, and definitely add to the appeal. As with most good luck flags,