Antique Edo Samurai Sode Shoulder Guard Yoroi Armor Full Size Japan

This is an authentic Sode (shoulder guard) from a Japanese samurai armor dating to the Edo period.

The Sode is an important armor component designed to protect the shoulder and upper arm while suspended from the cuirass. This example is a full-size piece made for an adult samurai.

Showing the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese armor makers, this antique is an excellent addition to collections of authentic samurai armor, Japanese antiques, militaria, museums, or historical displays.

It is also suitable as a replacement or restoration component for a traditional Yoroi armor set.

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