This is a striking ceremonial Japanese Samurai Armor (yoroi) from the late Edo period, 19th century. It features a powerful visual balance of black lacquer, abundant gilt ornament, and rich orange lacing throughout, conveying an aristocratic presence. The armor includes a suji bachi kabuto, a glossy black lacquered menpō with a natural moustache, and a lamellar dō with orange odoshi, all accompanied by a black lacquer storage box.
NihontoWatch
Tosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Suji-bachi
Unsigned
Orange
Edo
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese armour is normally certified by the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (the armour society). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.
€8,900
This is a striking ceremonial Japanese Samurai Armor (yoroi) from the late Edo period, 19th century. It features a powerful visual balance of black lacquer, abundant gilt ornament, and rich orange lacing throughout, conveying an aristocratic presence. The armor includes a suji bachi kabuto, a glossy black lacquered menpō with a natural moustache, and a lamellar dō with orange odoshi, all accompanied by a black lacquer storage box.
NihontoWatchTosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Suji-bachi
Unsigned
Orange
Edo
We could not find an authenticity certificate on the seller’s listing. Japanese armour is normally certified by the Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai (the armour society). Without one, the attribution is the seller’s own assessment and has not been independently verified — treat it with caution and ask the dealer about certification before buying.
14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.
€8,900