Western Army (Japan)
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The Western Army (西部方面隊) is one of five active Armies of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. It is headquartered in Kumamoto, Kumamoto Prefecture. Its responsibility is the defense of Kyūshū and Okinawa.
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Western Army | |
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Active | 1 December 1955 – present |
Country | Japan |
Branch | Japan Ground Self-Defense Force |
Type | Field army |
Garrison/HQ | Camp Kengun, Kumamoto, Kyūshū |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Lt. Gen. Ryoji Takemoto |
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