4th Division (Japan)
Military unit From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Military unit From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The 4th Division (第4師団) is one of nine active divisions of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. The division is subordinated to the Western Army and is headquartered in Kasuga, Fukuoka. Its responsibility is the defense of the Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Ōita and Saga prefectures.[1]
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| 4th Division | |
|---|---|
4th Division Distinctive Unit Insignia | |
| Active | 15 August 1962 – present |
| Country |  Japan |
| Branch |  Japan Ground Self-Defense Force |
| Type | Infantry division |
| Size | about 8000 soldiers |
| Part of |  Western Army |
| Garrison/HQ | Kasuga |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt. Gen. Akira Fukatsu |
The division was established on 15 August 1962.
note 1: Infantry regiments have only battalion strength.
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