Eastern Army (Japan)
The Eastern Army (東部方面隊, Tōbu Hōmentai) is one of five active Armies of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force headquartered at Camp Asaka in Asaka, Saitama Prefecture. Its responsibility is the defense of the Kantō and the Northern half of the Chūbu region.
| Eastern Army | |
|---|---|
| 東部方面隊 | |
Eastern Army Distinctive Unit Insignia | |
| Active | 14 January 1960 – present |
| Country | Japan |
| Branch | Japan Ground Self-Defense Force |
| Type | Field army |
| Garrison/HQ | Camp Asaka, Asaka, Saitama |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt. Gen. Naotada Moriyama |
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