{"id":28514,"date":"2022-06-17T11:14:11","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T02:14:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/?post_type=product&p=28514"},"modified":"2022-10-08T23:29:45","modified_gmt":"2022-10-08T14:29:45","slug":"antique-late-edo-period-iron-black-lacquered-samurai-armor-tokubetsu-kicho-shiryo","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/product\/antique-late-edo-period-iron-black-lacquered-samurai-armor-tokubetsu-kicho-shiryo\/","title":{"rendered":"Antique Late Edo Period Iron Black Lacquered Samurai Armor Signed by Myochin Munekane Tokubetsu Kicho Shiryo<\/span><\/strong> Certificate"},"content":{"rendered":"

Antique Late Edo Period Iron Black Lacquered Samurai Armor with Tokubetsu Kicho Shiryo<\/span> Certificate<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Name of the armor : \u9244\u9ed2\u6f06\u5857\u7e26\u77e7\u80f8\u53d6\u4e94\u679a\u80f4\u5177\u8db3<\/p>\n

Period: Late\u00a0Edo Period<\/strong> (appraised by The Association for the Research and Preservation of Japanese Helmets and Armor). <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0There are a few engraved gold plates, saying that this armor was made by Myochin Munekane (\u660e\u73cd\u5b97\u5468) in February, the third year of the Bunkyu era (1863). According to available records, Munekane was a reputable armor maker who served\u00a0 Tsuyama domain (Today’s Okayama prefecture).<\/span>
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Kabuto (helmet)<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u25a0Helmet bowl: Sanjyu Niken Tetsusabiji Suji Kabuto (Helmet)<\/span>
\n\u00a0This helmet was signed by Myochin Munekane (\u660e\u73cd\u5b97\u5468) in February, the third year of the Bunkyu era (1863). The surface is Tetsusabiji style, which only applied lacquer for paint base for the iron not to get rusty. It looks less shiny than normal lacquered surface. Suji Kabuto consists of many small riveted iron plates to form its shape. This helmet has Sanjyu Niken (32 in Japanese) iron plates. Suji means a stripe in Japanese, and you can see 32 stripes in this helmet. A high-class Samurai might have owned this helmet.\u00a0<\/span>
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\u25a0Shikoro (side neck guard): Black Lacquered iron half mask.<\/span>
\n\u00a0Iron plates laced with navy blue.<\/span>
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\u25a0Fukikaeshi (side neck guard):\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The family emblem is designed on Fukikaeshi parts; we think its motif is the combination of three arrows. Bows and arrows have been used as hunting tools or weapons since ancient times. It has been used not only for Shinto rituals but also for fortune-telling. Before the import of guns, bows and arrows were one of the primary weapons for Samurais. Understandably, many Samurai families used arrow patterns for their family crests.<\/span>
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\u25a0 Front decoration (Maetate): Hachiman belief, Amaterasu-\u014cmikami<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0Kuwagata (\u936c\u5f62) is attached to this helmet. It is a kind of Maedatemono (\u524d\u7acb\u7269, front decoration) to dignify the appearance. This helmet’s Kuwagata has a shape in which its tip is bifurcated. And you could find different names of gods on each side. On the left side (for you), it is written as \u516b\u5e61\u5927\u6b66\u795e (Hachiman-Daibushin). It probably means Hachiman-Jin (\u516b\u5e61\u795e, Hachiman God). Hachiman Shinkou (\u516b\u5e61\u4fe1\u4ef0, Hachiman belief) worships Hachiman-Daijin (\u516b\u5e61\u5927\u795e) and Hachiman-Daibosatsu (\u516b\u5e61\u5927\u83e9\u85a9), and it is the most popular religion in Japanese shrines. Hachiman-Jin is considered as God of battle. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0On the other side (the right side for you), you could find another god’s name: \u5929\u7167\u7687\u5927\u795e. \u5929 and \u7167 are written in old characters. We think it represents Amaterasu-\u014cmikami (\u5929\u7167\u5927\u795e\/ \u5929\u7167\u5927\u5fa1\u795e). She is the goddess who controls the sun, and many people still worship her today. The former owner of this armor might have been a person with strong faith and believed in these religions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Armor<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u25a0Do (Cuirass): \u00a0Tetsu Kuro Urushi Gomai Do\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Testsu Kuro Urushi means black lacquered Iron. This Do (Cuirass) is made of black lacquered Iron plates. Gomai Do means Five plates. It was laced with navy blue thread.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0Signature:<\/p>\n

Myochin Munekane\/ February, the third year of the Bunkyu era (1863)<\/span><\/p>\n

One is located on the back of Do (Cuirass) and the other two are located on the upper part of the Kote.<\/p>\n

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\u25a0Sode (Shoulder guards): Tetsusabiji iron Sode laced with navy blue thread.\u00a0<\/span>
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\u25a0Kusazuri (Skirt of plates attached to the cuirass): lacquered iron Kusazuri laced with navy blue thread. Please keep in mind that some lacquer come off due to its age.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Small parts<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u25a0Kote (Armored sleeves): Intricate iron chain mail with silk\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u25a0Haidate(thigh protection): Haidate is a shin guard<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u25a0Suneate (Shin guard): lacquered iron Suneate<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u25a0Gattari (supporter): Sashimono holder<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0If you focus on the back of this armor, you will find that a square-shaped metal frame is attached. It is a gear that supports the upper part of the Sashimono (a frag or decorative sign installed at the back of armor). Samurais judged their side and enemies on the battlefields by checking the motifs that were designed for flags. Especially in group battles with infantry, this method was very effective because they could instantly identify affiliations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u25a0Kacchu-Hitsu (Armor box): wooden armor box<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0The family crest is designed on the side of this wooden box. It is the same mark as the helmet (please recheck the Fukikaeshi part).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Certification\uff1aTokubetsu <\/span><\/span>Kicho Shiryo Certificate<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0The certificate was issued by The Association for the Research and Preservation of Japanese Helmets and Armor, which is the most trusted Japanese armor appraiser in Japan. Tokubestu Kicho Shiryo means special rare article. It is ranked as the third highest of five rankings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0This Samurai armor was authenticated on May 22nd\u00a0 2022 as a Tokubetsu Kicho Shiryo and the paper mentions the armor was made in the late\u00a0Edo period<\/strong>. There is a signature of\u00a0 Myochin Munekane (\u660e\u73cd\u5b97\u5468) in the helmet, body armor and arms guard and Shin guard. You can receive this original authentication paper.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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An English translation of the certificate is available on request. We won’t charge any additional fee.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010About us\u3011<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u00a0Samurai Museum is located in Tokyo, Japan, exhibiting antique artifacts related to the Samurai history. Samurai Museum Shop is the place for those who are interested in Japanese culture and craftsmanship. We deal with antique Samurai swords\/armor, traditional crafts made in Japan and so on. <\/span><\/p>\n

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\u3010Payment method\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
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\u3010Shipping duration\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0We normally ship via EMS (Express Mail Service) provided by Japan Post. It usually takes at least 5-14 days to deliver the package after you place an order. <\/span>We will use DHL instead for those who ordered from Canada or Australia as EMS temporarily stops shipping to these countries due to COVID-19. We offer\u00a0Free International Shipping<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0as long as we can ship your order by either EMS or DHL (Australia, Canada only). If you prefer other shipping carriers, please contact us. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0We will inform you of the order\u2019s tracking number via email. Please make sure you fill out your valid email address correctly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

*Please keep in mind that due to the spread of COVID-19, there might be possible delays in delivery. If you like to make sure if EMS shipping is available to your country, please contact us.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u3010How to make sure the condition\u3011<\/strong><\/span>
\n\u00a0Please keep in mind that what you are going to purchase is an antique item. We uploaded high resolution photos for you to check its condition thoroughly. If you like to see more photos with different angles, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to send them to you so that you can make informed decision.<\/span> It is essential for us to know that you are happy with your choice of a sword. and we are prepared to use the best of our ability to serve you.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u3010How To Contact Us\u3011<\/strong>
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\u3010How To Preserve Antique Samurai Armor\u3011<\/strong>
\nDryness, humidity, and bad ventilation might deteriorate the condition of antique Samurai armor. The best temperature to preserve Samurai armor is around 20\u2103 in Celsius, and humidity should be about 60%.\u00a0 Direct sunlight should be avoided. We recommend storing armors in a room with good ventilation. If you like to display them outside the boxes for a prolonged time, we suggest using a glass case in order for dust not to be accumulated easily. In case you don’t use a glass case, please make sure to regularly dust off\u00a0 from the armor by using a soft brush made of delicate cloth or brush for painting.<\/p>\n

If you like to know more about the preservation of this armor, please feel free to contact us<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Included:<\/strong> <\/span>
\nTokubetsu Kicho Shiryo Certificate, Samurai Armor, Armor Stand, Armor Storage Box ,\u00a0 Full Exportation Support<\/span><\/p>\n

Delivery Date:<\/strong>
\n1.0-1.5<\/strong> month after you place an order
\n*There might be delay in shipment depending on countries<\/p>\n

Size:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Vertical<\/strong><\/td>\nWidth<\/strong><\/td>\nHeight<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
49 cm<\/td>\n58 cm<\/td>\n144 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

*The size refers to when you display the armor on the box*1 inch=2.54cm<\/p>\n

More photos\uff06 videos available on request. Please feel free to contact us.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":28463,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[21,17],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-28514","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-real-armor","7":"product_cat-armor","9":"first","10":"outofstock","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple","14":"add-to-wishlist-after_add_to_cart","15":"customify-col","16":"product-has-gallery"},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/28514","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28463"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28514"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=28514"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=28514"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samuraimuseum.jp\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=28514"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}