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]
4th Division | |
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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.