Taiwan-How many regiments?

[GeorgeP]

I just picked up a near flawless set of sake cups with the an inscription for the 2nd Infantry Regiment based in Taiwan. Does anyone happen to know how many Japanese infantry regiments were garrisoned there while it was occupied by Japan? Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Tom

[Nick Komiya]

The 1st and 2nd Taiwan Inft Rgts were formed on Nov. 7 1907. Then in 1944 another 6 regiments were formed in Taiwan, making the total 8 regiments. After 1942, when they started to accept local volunteers, there were many Taiwanese that joined these units.

[GeorgeP]

Nick,

Thank you very much.

Tom