This is a visually imposing complete Japanese samurai armor, or gusoku, constructed in black lacquer with navy-blue lacing. Stylistically attributed to the middle Edo period, it features a distinctive helmet with tall horn- or wing-shaped side ornaments, an expressive reddish-brown facial mask, and a riveted plate cuirass. The ensemble is further enriched by accessories like a Buddhist prayer-bead strand and a lacquered gourd-shaped flask.
NihontoWatchMaking · Edo
Tosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Kawari-kabuto
Unsigned
Kon (dark blue)
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.
$9,218
This is a visually imposing complete Japanese samurai armor, or gusoku, constructed in black lacquer with navy-blue lacing. Stylistically attributed to the middle Edo period, it features a distinctive helmet with tall horn- or wing-shaped side ornaments, an expressive reddish-brown facial mask, and a riveted plate cuirass. The ensemble is further enriched by accessories like a Buddhist prayer-bead strand and a lacquered gourd-shaped flask.
NihontoWatchMaking · Edo
Tosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Kawari-kabuto
Unsigned
Kon (dark blue)
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.
$9,218