How to Use for Genealogy Research
The National Archives of Japan Digital Archive provides free online access to digitized holdings, including honor and decoration records, appointment documents, former military records, and repatriation materials—searchable by text and viewable as images.
Service Overview
Online archive operated by the National Archives of Japan, with over 3 million items available.
Genealogy-Useful Materials
- Joi Saika-sho: Meiji through Showa-era honor and decoration records
- Kobun Bessoku / Dajō Ruiten: Meiji-era administrative documents
- Former military operation and unit records (linked with JACAR)
