Samurai armour / Matte black
Before you buy
The Suigenkyo Online Store carries handmade works by artisans from all over Japan.
Please note that the design, etc. may differ slightly from the photo due to the handmade nature of the product.
Please be aware that there may be a delay in reflecting the inventory of one-of-a-kind items because they are also sold by the artisans, and they may be out of stock. In such cases, we will cancel your order.
Shipping
- Orders over $150 qualify for free shipping.
- Orders under $150 will incur a shipping fee, which is automatically calculated at checkout.
Customs and VAT
- Please be aware that customs duties and VAT may apply at the time of delivery.
- The customer is responsible for the payment of any customs duties and VAT.
- Customs duties and VAT are non-refundable.
※It would be appreciated if you could check the customs duties in advance on your country's customs website.
Delivery Services
- Japan Post
- DHL
Delivery Time
- If the item is in stock, it will be dispatched within approximately one week.
- If the item is out of stock, the production time varies depending on the product. Please check the Delivery Date in the Material & Caution section of the product description.
Last updated: 9/3/2024
Product Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?
Product Story
General Product Information
We have reproduced the armor worn by warriors in actual battles as close to the real thing as possible.
Each piece is carefully handcrafted by artisans. Each warlord has different characteristics, and it is fun just to look at them. It will shows a excellent presense if you have them at entrance and living room.
Why don't you experience the Japanese samurai spirit at home?
Product History
When did these crafts start to craft?：800 years ago / 1200AD / Kamakura period in Japan
In the Heian Period (794), armor (Kattyu) was the first clear armament worn by warlords, a unique development in Japan in terms of both practicality and design. During the Warring States Period (1467-1615), armor was still a prestigious item and its design and coloring varied from feudal lord to feudal lord. They were not merely tools of war, but works of art with the finest techniques, and today they are fully appreciated for their value of beauty.
Craftsman Story
Craftsman Profile
A company that has been making samurai armor in Kagoshima Prefecture since 1958. Skilled craftsmen painstakingly reproduce the authentic armor worn by warlords in battle, exactly as it was designed before. There are no blueprints, and each piece is 100% one-of-a-kind, reproduced by the senses of the craftsman.
Craftsman Passion
"Authentic reproduction down to the smallest detail"
The production process takes two to three months. The reason why it takes so long is because everything is made by hand to the specifications of each individual customer. We promise that our customers will be satisfied with the time it takes to complete the project.
Achievement
Received award for excellent products at the All Japan Small and Medium Business Export Fair
Selected as one of the 300 most happy manufacturing companies by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Your Contribution to Craftsman
Customer Voice
Due to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!
Income for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?
As written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. There are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer / craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!
We made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.
Current state of the Crafts Market / Benefits brought by Suigenkyo
Measurement
When decorated
Width：60cm
Depth：55cm
Height：165cm
When stored
Width：45cm
Depth：42cm
Height：55cm
Material & Caution
Materials
Iron / Leather / Brass / Cotton / Wood / Gold dust
Caution
Individual Difference
Each piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.
Made to Order
Basically, this product is made to order, so it takes about 2~3 months from order to delivery. Please note that there may be unavoidable delays in delivery due to material shortages or delays in the production process.
