A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.






















Tosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Suji-bachi
Unsigned
Moegi (light green)
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.


$10,385
A striking and complete Japanese samurai armor (gusoku) dating to the mid-Edo period, acquired directly at a Tokyo dealer auction. The ensemble features russet iron, black-lacquered lamellar construction, olive-green odoshi lacing, gilt details, and indigo textiles. It retains all major components and presents a strong, cohesive appearance characteristic of Edo-period samurai armor.






















Tosei-gusoku
Full gusoku (complete suit)
Suji-bachi
Unsigned
Moegi (light green)
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.


$10,385