At the time of his death in battle on April 6, 1945, the cavalier was only sub-lieutenant /海軍中尉 - Kaigun-chūi/. He was posthumously promoted to lieutenant commander /海軍少佐 - Kaigun-shōsa/ and awarded 3rd class Golden Kite order together with 5th class Rising Sun order.
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功三級金鵄勲章
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The latest (known for today) 3rd class Golden Kite order awarding with an actual document and lacquered paulownia case. Full set was awarded on January 12, 1945. Golden Kite document No. 486 469. See also uncased 3rd class Golden Kite order with temporary award certificate that was posthumously...