sergeant first class (JGSDF)
A specific rank in the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, equivalent to sergeant first class in many armies. Used in military contexts.
He was promoted to sergeant first class.
The rank insignia for sergeant first class has two cherry blossoms.
一等陸曹 is the next higher rank, equivalent to master sergeant.
三等陸曹 is the next lower rank, equivalent to sergeant.
Standard kanji spelling for this JGSDF rank.
Variant using numeral ２; seen in some official contexts.
Compound of 二等 (second class) and 陸曹 (ground sergeant), a rank title created for the JGSDF.