130th Division (Imperial Japanese Army)
The 130th Division (第130師団, Dai-hyakusanjū Shidan) was an infantry division of the Imperial Japanese Army. Its call sign was the Shoki Division (鍾馗兵団, Shoki Heidan). It was formed 12 April 1945 in Daya Bay as a type C(hei) security division, simultaneously with the 129th division. The nucleus for the formation was the parts of the 19th Independent Mixed Brigade.
| 130th Division | |
|---|---|
| 第130師団 | |
| Active | 1945–1945 |
| Country | Empire of Japan |
| Allegiance | 23rd army |
| Branch | Imperial Japanese Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Garrison/HQ | Panyu District |
| Nickname(s) | Shoki division |
| Engagements | none |
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