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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?

When stored

Width：58cm
Depth：49cm
Height：35cm
Weight：8,000g

Iron,Leather,Brass,Cotton,Silk,Wood,Artificial lacquer,Gold leaf

SAMURAI ARMOR MARUTAKE

"Authentic reproduction down to the smallest detail"

The production process takes one to two years. 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.

ARTISAN STORY

Samurai Armor Marutake
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.

ACHIEVEMENTS

・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

KATCHU / JAPANESE SAMURAI ARMOR

About 1,500 years ago / 500s / Kofun Period

Japanese armor developed from iron cuirasses and lamellar forms of the Kofun period into the large o-yoroi suited to mounted archery, then into more compact armors adapted to infantry warfare and firearms during the Muromachi and Sengoku periods. Lacquer, leather, metalwork, braided cord and textiles were integrated as weapons and tactics changed.

In Japan, armor is remembered not only as protection but as a powerful expression of a warrior’s identity and family prestige. Today it survives in museums, festivals, Boys’ Day displays and historical reproductions, making it one of the most recognizable crafts of samurai culture.

The extravagant crests on helmets were not decoration alone. On a chaotic battlefield they helped allies identify commanders and could intimidate opponents. Armor functioned almost like a modern visual brand: practical equipment designed to announce immediately who was wearing it.

Individual Differences

As each piece is individually handcrafted, slight variations in color, pattern, shape, and texture may occur. These subtle differences are a natural characteristic of handcrafted works, making each piece truly unique. We hope you will enjoy these individual variations as part of the beauty and character of Japanese craftsmanship.

Production Time

If an item is not currently in stock, it may be made to order by the artisan. As each piece is carefully handcrafted, production may take several months depending on the item and the artisan's schedule. We appreciate your patience and understanding.