Uniforms
The Japanese uniform came in many patterns as the war progressed. Early war uniforms were patterned off of Pre-WW1 British and American styles. But as the war became a more tropical affair, and men had to live for extended periods in such climates. Uniforms became more lighter. Putees, an old and archaic throwback, found a use in the tropics as did the Jika-tabi, or Tabi boots. (the split toed, rubber soled boots of laborers and farmers in Japan.) The Tabi were proven to be an excellent footwear in the jungle, making movement silent and agile.
His head gear was quite the collection in itself. Everything from the visored caps of the end of the last century, to topees (pith helmets). A Soft cloth cap with neck guard was favored in the tropic heat. His helmet was no where as good as his counterparts' in the Allied armies, or his Allies in the German Army. It was made of light gauge steel, and mushroomed shaped. The pattern changed several times during the war.
Items of faith were also added to his uniform such as the Hachimaki (A headband symbolizing faith and perseverance.) Or the Sash of 1000 stitches.( A sash sent to the warrior by family with 1000 stitches sewn in it by countrymen and women. 1000 is considered a lucky number in Japan so the wearer would be lucky.)