Imperial Japanese Army silk parachute in its original canvas pack, approx. 12" x 11" x 8", designed to drop small containers of weapons and other supplies in conjunction with paratroopers, allowing them to jump unencumbered. The bottom of the pack incorporates a circular plate with four rope loops, allowing a cylindrical metal cargo container to be attached. Sewn to the side of the pack is a rectangular fabric label, identifying the manufacturer as "Kokka Koku Heiki", above which appears the five-pointed star stamp of the IJA. The parachute itself has not been examined fully deployed, although the visible areas show very minor soiling in scattered spots. The bungee cords used to secure the cargo are present, and the canvas pack bears minor soiling overall, else very good.