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Special Forces Group (Japan)
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The Special Forces Group (特殊作戦群, Tokushu-sakusengun) is the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's special forces unit established on March 27, 2004.
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特殊作戦群 | |
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Active | March 27, 2004–present |
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Type | Special forces |
Size | Classified, estimated 300[1] |
Part of | Ground Component Command |
Garrison/HQ | Narashino Garrison, Funabashi, Chiba |
Nickname(s) | SOG (Former) SFGp (Current) |
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Current commander | Takanori Hirata (Colonel) |
Notable commanders | Takashi Araya |
Their mission is infiltration into enemy territory, reconnaissance, sabotage, and hostage rescue,[2] and conducting military operations against guerrillas or enemy commandos.[3][4] The unit is based in Camp Narashino in Funabashi, Chiba along with the 1st Airborne Brigade.[5]
The SFGp has been referred to as Japan's Green Berets,[6] due to their specialized role in the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. The initial operators were trained with Green Berets.[7]
The civilian counterpart of the SFGp is the Special Assault Teams of the prefectural police departments under the Japanese National Police Agency.
While current manpower is classified, an estimated 300 operators are known to serve in the SFGp.[1]
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