The authentic version has no stitching on the surface. It is thick and unaffected by rain. These are shoulder patches for overseas deployments of the Self-Defense Forces, which used to be only official items. In recent years, it seems that they have finally become available for the deploying personnel to purchase and wear at authorized stores within the garrisons. Due to the rarity and difficulty in obtaining these items, they will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Velcro magic tape processing on the back. Size: 7.5 x 5.5 cm Photos 3-4, #1st Airborne Brigade, reference photos. Photo 5 is #Special Operations Group (screenshot from the Ground Self-Defense Force official video of 2025.3/27), for reference. ⭐️The authentic version has no stitching at all to attach the Hinomaru national emblem and the Velcro magic tape processing on the back at the four corners, and no stitching is visible from the surface. Brand new, unused. Delivered by Nekopos (a Japanese delivery service). #Narashino Garrison #1st Airborne Brigade #Special Operations Group #Hinomaru National Flag #National Emblem #Wappen #Patch #Sabage (Survival Game) #Military Type: Patch/Wappen/Medal Classification: Ground Self-Defense Force