The Divine Arrows.( Kami ya )

Much has been written about the incredible contribution made by Japanese Americans or Neisi ( born in the USA )during WWII. Specifically we tell stories of the 442 Infantry Regiment that fought their way through Italy and became the most decorated unit in United States Military history.

What we do not hear about however is those Neisi that served in the Pacific Theatre. Their’s was a dangerous game delicately played between allegiance of the new against those of their ancestors. A moment of confusion, of recognition on either side could mean instant death by M-1 carbine or cold samurai steel.

The Divine Arrows ( Kami Ya) unit was one such group. Recruited for their engineering degrees across American Universities, this select body of men were flight trained and then sent to the Pacific. Their task? To fly and evaluate captured Japanese aircraft and to report back to the Army Air Corps on performance, handling and combat tactics of Nippon fighter groups.

Their efforts closed the gap and allowed American Squadrons advantage in the skies and backed the attack all the way to Tokio.

-100% cotton herringbone twill.

-Made in Japan.

-Hand machined custom patch made in Vietnam.

-Smaller cockpit friendly visor ( ref: Tail Charlie Cap )

*Patch colour may differ, Red base or White base. If you have a preference please email me or DM on IG and so long as stocks last I can switch them out.

Each man who served in this unit wore a patch emblazon on his cap, a design featuring the tail feathers of four arrows arranged in an ancient sigil of another time and another culture. The Papa Nui Cap Company from their forward operating base on the Atoll crafted these caps and hand machine these iconic patches to create a legend of headwear as mighty as the reputation of the select and brave individuals who won the skies over the Pacific.