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About The armor:
It Comes with certificate of SupeinNihonto.
ITEM:
SAMURAI YOROI (EDO PERIOD)
This huge imposing yoroi from the Edo period is an exceptional example of Japanese armour tradition, displaying powerful aesthetics, high-level craftsmanship, and remarkable preservation. Its structural and chromatic coherence makes clear that it belonged to a warrior of significant rank.
Kabuto – Suji-bachi helmet with shishi maedate
The helmet is a suji-bachi, constructed from numerous riveted plates lacquered in deep black. Rising above it is a magnificent gilded maedate depicting a shishi, the Japanese guardian lion.
This is not a naturalistic Western lion, but its mythological Japanese form: compact body, flowing stylized mane, and a spiritual, determined expression. The shishi symbolizes protection, courage, and authority.
The visor (mabisashi) features exquisite pierced and engraved brass decoration, adorned with refined floral motifs. The broad wakidate elements strengthen the martial silhouette of the kabuto.
Menpō – Lacquered mask with articulated tare
The menpō, lacquered in glossy black, displays the stern, traditional samurai expression. Its tare, formed by articulated lacquered plates, provides throat protection and retains its original cordage in excellent condition.
Dō – Traditional yoroi cuirass with red odoshi
The dō reflects the classical yoroi construction, with overlapping plates laced together using red-orange odoshi cord, a colour historically associated with high-status or ceremonial armours.
A highlight of the torso is the gilded kanamono ornament, featuring finely detailed floral and vegetal motifs. The kusazuri skirt maintains a clean alternation of metal plates and cordage, giving the armour impressive volume and a commanding presence.
Sode – Large yoroi shoulder guards
The sode, wide and imposing, are characteristic of upper-rank yorois. They preserve the same red odoshi pattern and retain original tassels that have survived time with notable texture.
Kote – Armoured sleeves with family mon
The kote combine chainmail (kusari) with lacquered plates. On the wrist appears a gilded mon with three stylized leaves (likely a form of mitsu-ba), identifying the historical family or clan branch associated with the warrior. This detail adds tremendous documentary value.
Haidate and Suneate – Lower protection and bear-fur boots (kegutsu)
The haidate follow the same compositional pattern as the dō, with plates and red odoshi.
The suneate, lacquered in black, accompany one of the rarest and most valuable components of the entire armour:
Kegutsu lined with authentic bear fur (kuma-gawa)
These traditional boots are covered with genuine bear fur, a direct symbol of status, power, and elite rank.
Bear-fur kegutsu were worn by daimyō, commanders, or high-prestige warriors. Their dense texture, clear laces, and decorative plate elements make them a striking and highly collectible feature of this yoroi.
Gusoku-bitsu – Original armour box
The armour is presented on its original storage box, dark-lacquered with a visible frontal kanji and intact historical metal fittings. This greatly enhances the set’s authenticity and museum-level value.
Conclusion
A high-ranking Edo-period yoroi, distinguished by:
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Suji-bachi kabuto with protective shishi maedate.
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Lacquered menpō with articulated tare.
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Traditional dō with original red odoshi.
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Large sode typical of ceremonial sets.
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Kote with family mon.
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Extremely rare bear-fur kegutsu boots.
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Complete original armour box.
An outstanding, museum-worthy yoroi of exceptional aesthetic and historical force.
An authentic samurai armor that will be the central focus of any room where it is placed and that will delight any fan of Japanese art. This exclusive piece is making it an incredible opportunity for any collector of Japanese, war or simply historical art to get their hands on a piece that will attract attention wherever it is displayed, from offices, to private homes, offices or restaurants and will give a regal look to any place. The armour has gilded details that show the quality of the piece. The incredible workmanship accentuates such ornate pieces as the kabuto, the mempo and the Do. The stand to assemble it and the box are included. This armour is sure to delight any collector of Asian art and will be the focal point of any visitor’s home, shop or office. There is a very ancient object and there are damaged by time and tears. Due to the delicacy of continuous assembly and disassembly, returns are not allowed on old armor.
