World War II Imperial Japanese Improved Civilian Gas Mask Set, 1941

  
WW2 imperial japanese gas mask. Discover a remarkable piece of history with this Imperial Japanese Civilian Gas Mask Set from World War II, dated 1941.

A treasure unearthed from an acquaintance's storeroom, this set includes the mask, absorption canister, carrying bag, and original box as shown in the first photo. Though time has left its marks on the box and overall, the condition remains commendably preserved. Please refer to the photos for a detailed look at its current state. This is a separated-type gas mask designed for chemical warfare protection, manufactured by Showa Chemical in 1941 as the "Type 1 Mark 1 for Groups".

Today, it stands as a rare collectible, echoing the resilience and history of a bygone era.