187th Infantry Regiment — Rakkasans
They were the first foreign troops to set foot on Japanese soil in over 2,000 years. The soldiers of the 187th Infantry Regiment descended from the skies during the occupation of Japan, earning a name that would echo through military history: Rakkasans — "falling umbrella" — bestowed by the Japanese people who watched them arrive.
This sweatshirt carries that legacy. Wear it as a tribute to the paratroopers who shaped history across Japan, Korea, and beyond.
Garment Details
- 50% cotton / 50% polyester — heavyweight warmth, lasting comfort
- Pill-resistant air jet yarn for a clean, durable finish
- Double-needle stitching throughout for reinforced durability
- Set-in sleeves for a structured, premium silhouette
- 1×1 ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband with spandex for a secure fit
Unit Heritage
The 187th and the 11th Airborne Division were posted across northern Honshu and Hokkaido following Japan's surrender in 1945 — the first occupying force in Japan's modern history. Their discipline, airborne precision, and warrior ethos defined an era. The Rakkasan name became a badge of honor carried through Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
This is more than a sweatshirt. It's a piece of that history.