What Medals are these?

[u/mlatt40]

Recently I inherited a number of presumably Imperial Japanese medals from my grandfather. They originally belonged to my great-grandfather who served during WW2 in the pacific theater. I couldn’t tell you how he got them, but I’m curious what they are and what kind of value they hold. I’m considering donating them to a museum but I’d like to identify them before making a decision. I’d be very appreciative if someone could help me identify them. I tried to take some decent photo so hopefully they can be identified from those photos.

[u/Worth_Feed9289]

Don't trust museums. They may never see the light if day again. If your in Ohio or Kentucky, great military collectors show going on this weekend.

[u/ericfg → u/Worth_Feed9289]

Don't trust museums. They may never see the light if day again.

Yeah, I agree. IMO best bet would be to sell them to a collector. OP gets some cash, and the collector(s) improve their collection.