Japanese Cap!! Can you help to ID it PLEASE?

[Michael Ryan]

Before anyone tells me off, I know that this is not the correct forum to discuss Japanese caps!! However, I also know that a lot of hat collectors have knowledge of caps other than "Western Allies caps" and may not be inclined to read requests on the Japanese Forum. So please bear with me.

I have had this cap for a number of years and have failed to ID it so any help in this matter would be gratefully received.

With thanks, regards and best wishes Michael Ryan

PS I will run a similar request under the Japanese Forum.

[Michael Ryan]

The visor embellishment has a distinctly American look to it and I am drawn towards the current Japanese Navy. However, it could just as well be Merchant Marine.