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USA-Japan Tailhook Flag Patch — American-Japanese Alliance Naval Aviation Embroidered Patch
Two flags, one mission — American and Japanese naval aviators, united by the tailhook.
This USA-Japan tailhook flag patch celebrates the enduring alliance between American and Japanese naval aviation forces. Since the signing of the U.S.-Japan Mutual Security Treaty, American and Japanese naval aviators have trained, operated, and deployed together across the Indo-Pacific region. From bilateral exercises like Keen Sword and Annualex to combined carrier and amphibious operations, the U.S.-Japan aviation partnership forms the backbone of regional stability and deterrence. The tailhook symbolizes carrier aviation — the shared capability that connects the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's growing naval aviation fleet. This patch honors the pilots, aircrew, and maintainers from both nations who fly together in defense of the free and open Indo-Pacific.
Perfect For: U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators who have served alongside Japanese forces, JMSDF aviation enthusiasts, bilateral exercise participants, carrier aviation patch collectors, and anyone who values the U.S.-Japan military alliance.
Two nations, one hook — stronger together.
If you want to swap patches on/off gear, choose hook & loop (velcro). If you’re attaching permanently to uniforms or fabric, choose sew-on. If you want quick application on compatible fabric, choose iron-on / heat seal (when offered). Backing options are shown on the page and update based on the variant you select.
Size is shown on the product page and updates with the variant you select (example: 3"). If you’re mounting on a hat or small panel, choose smaller sizes; for plate carriers and display boards, larger sizes fit better.
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Yes. If you see a note like “bulk reruns available,” that means we can support group orders or reruns. If you don’t see it, contact us with the unit/squadron and quantity and we’ll confirm options.
Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.
