Haruo Yoshino – Imperial Japanese Navy Aviator (Pearl Harbor Torpedo Pilot)

Original postwar-signed photograph of Haruo Yoshino, a former Imperial Japanese Navy torpedo aviator who took part in the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. Yoshino served as a Nakajima B5N “Kate” torpedo bomber crewman during the historic carrier strike against the U.S. Pacific Fleet.

The black-and-white photograph depicts Yoshino in flight gear during wartime, bearing his signature in both Japanese and English ink on the front. Also included is a modern printed card referencing his wartime service with aircraft artwork and a secondary printed signature.

Collector’s Note:
Authentic autographs of surviving Pearl Harbor aviators from the Imperial Japanese Navy are extremely scarce, particularly of torpedo aircrew. This example is a fine representative postwar signature of one of the few veterans who later engaged with historians and aviation enthusiasts. An excellent addition to any collection focused on World War II aviation, Pearl Harbor, or IJN personnel.

Condition:
Excellent; strong, clear signature in blue ink on small photo with accompanied paper. 
Format: Small-format signed photograph and accompanying printed card (approx. 9 × 13 cm).
Provenance: Private collection; obtained during postwar veteran correspondence.