Vintage Japanese Samurai Armor Yoroi – Nashiji Kozane Yamabuki Odoshi
This is a vintage Japanese samurai armor display set made in Japan in 1983 by Japanese armor craftsman Takemasa.
Its formal name is “Nashiji Kozane Yamabuki Odoshi Armor (Eisho).”
The armor features a powerful hand-carved wooden dragon maedate finished with gold leaf, vivid yamabuki yellow-orange and white odoshi lacing, pure gold-plated kuwagata and decorative metal fittings, gold-finished armor plates, and richly patterned Japanese textiles.
This is a decorative display armor set only.
It is not wearable and must not be used for protection, cosplay, reenactment, or martial arts practice.
GOLD-LEAF DRAGON MAEDATE
The centerpiece of the kabuto helmet is a powerful dragon ornament hand-carved from wood by a craftsman.
The dragon is finished with gold leaf, creating a rich and brilliant focal point above the helmet.
The large kuwagata surrounding the dragon and the elaborate decorative fittings give the kabuto an imposing and dignified presence.
PURE GOLD-PLATED DETAILS
The kuwagata and gold-colored decorative metal fittings are finished with pure gold plating.
The pure gold-plated elements have a different brilliance from the gold-leaf dragon and create additional depth throughout the armor.
NASHIJI KOZANE
The formal name of this armor includes “Nashiji Kozane.”
Nashiji refers to a traditional Japanese decorative finish with a fine speckled golden texture resembling the skin of a Japanese pear.
This refined finish contributes to the richly detailed appearance of the armor.
YAMABUKI ODOSHI
The armor features vivid yamabuki yellow-orange and white odoshi lacing.
Odoshi refers to the traditional cords used to connect kozane plates and other armor sections.
The bright yamabuki tones and white accents create a striking contrast with the gold-finished metalwork and dark patterned textiles.
KYOTO KINRAN TEXTILES
Richly patterned Kyoto Kinran-style textiles are used throughout the armor.
The intricate woven motifs complement the gold-leaf dragon, pure gold-plated fittings, Nashiji finish, and vivid odoshi lacing.
NANBOKUCHO-STYLE DESIGN
This armor is presented in a style inspired by the Nanbokucho period of Japan, 1336–1392.
This armor itself was made in Japan in 1983.
It is not an original medieval battle armor set. It is a vintage Japanese decorative work inspired by historical samurai armor traditions.
ITEM DETAILS
- Item: Vintage Japanese Samurai Armor Display Set
- Formal Name: Nashiji Kozane Yamabuki Odoshi Armor (Eisho)
- Maker: Takemasa
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Year of Manufacture: 1983
- Historical Style: Nanbokucho-period inspired
- Main Feature: Hand-carved gold-leaf dragon maedate
- Lacing: Yamabuki yellow-orange and white odoshi
- Decorative Finish: Pure gold plating
- Armor Finish: Nashiji / gold finish
- Textile: Kyoto Kinran-style decorative fabric
- Display Only
- Not Wearable
MEASUREMENTS
- Height: Approx. 89 cm / 35.0 in
- Width: Approx. 46 cm / 18.1 in
- Depth: Approx. 37 cm / 14.6 in
- Weight: Approx. 6.9 kg / 15.2 lb
MATERIALS
- Brass
- Iron
- Wood
- Paper
- Fabric
- Gold leaf
- Pure gold plating
INCLUDED ITEMS
- Samurai armor set
- Kabuto helmet
- Storage/display box
- Display accessories
You will receive the exact armor and accessories shown in the listing photographs.
CONDITION
The armor is in excellent overall vintage condition.
Natural age-related wear, minor scratches, discoloration, fading, stains, surface wear, and other signs of age or storage may be present.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as the photographs form an important part of the condition description.
PACKING AND SHIPPING
The dragon maedate, kuwagata, and other delicate components may be removed when necessary and individually protected for international transportation.
The armor will be carefully and securely packed in Japan.
Tracking will be provided after dispatch.
AFTER-SALES SUPPORT
After delivery, we will be happy to answer questions about assembly, display methods, storage methods, and the historical design background of this armor.