| Central Army (Japan) | |
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Central Army Distinctive Unit Insignia
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| Active | 14 January 1960 – present |
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| Size | Army |
| Part of | Japan Ground Self-Defense Force |
| Garrison/HQ | Camp Itami, Itami, Hyōgo |
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| Current commander |
Lt. Gen. Junji Suzuki |
The Central Army (中部方面隊 Chūbunhōmen-tai?) is one of five active Armies of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. It is headquartered in Itami, Hyōgo. Its responsibility is the defense of Chūgoku, Kansai, Shikoku and the Southern half of the Chūbu region.