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The 3rd Division (第3師団) is one of nine active divisions of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. The division is subordinated to the Central Army and is headquartered in Itami, Hyōgo.[1] Its responsibility is the defense of the Hyōgo, Kyōto, Nara, Ōsaka, Shiga and Wakayama prefectures.
| 3rd Division | |
|---|---|
3rd Division Distinctive Unit Insignia
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| Active | 18 January 1962 – present |
| Country |  Japan |
| Branch |  Japan Ground Self-Defense Force |
| Type | Infantry division |
| Size | about 6400 soldiers |
| Part of |  Central Army |
| Garrison/HQ | Itami |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt. Gen. Shigeru Kobayashi |
The division was raised on 18 January 1962.
