Iconic Japanese armor, worn for defense ... Behind its creation, we uncover the spirit of the samurai. Professor Lockley wearing functional and lightweight armor from the 16th century Warring ...

while the samurai became adept with the famed katana sword. Although crude Chinese handguns reached Japan by the early 16th century, the later introduction of the European arquebus and its armor ...

KYOTO--Suits of samurai armor given to Malta as diplomatic gifts in the 19th century returned to Japan for repair work ahead of their exhibition at the 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo. “I’m looking ...

0.9324/1 Suits of armour have been made in Japan ... It is very possible that it was once worn by a samurai, the famous sword wielding warriors of Japan. Comments are closed for this object ...

At one of the few producers of traditional samurai armor in Japan, you can view a wide range of different styles based on actual records. Admission is free. Visitors can also try on various pieces ...

Five foreign visitors can don the armor of a samurai, mount a horse and ride alongside a feudal lord during the 52nd Kameoka ...

For almost 700 years, these disciplined warriors were respected and feared in Japan, and they carved out a path that made them legends across the world. A group of the fighting elite, trained in ...

David, who is based in Towcester in the UK, is well known as an expert restorer of Japanese samurai armour, as well as being an accomplished martial artist in his own right. He now runs a ...