{"product_id":"japanese-old-vintage-samurai-helmet-kuroda-nagakasa-rare-item-tsushima","title":"Japanese Old Vintage Samurai Helmet -Kuroda Nagakasa- Rare Item Tsushima","description":"Condition : Old Vintage Condition\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin : 100% MADE IN JAPAN\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial : Metal(IRON)\u003cbr\u003e\nAge : Showa\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight : approx 4Kg(8lb)\u003cbr\u003e\nDimension : approx 46cm x 29cm x 23cm(18.11inch x 11.42inch x 9.06inch)\u003cbr\u003e\nNotice : This helmet is not wearable. It‘s for display only.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEven though the age of the samurai is long gone now, “the soul of the samurai” currently lives on through general Japanese households.\u003cbr\u003e\nThose helmets used to be furnished at “a tokonoma alcove.”\u003cbr\u003e\nThe oldest ones were made in 1940-1970, and the latest one today is made by the master craftsman who has been achieving his brilliant production since 1989.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe size of those helmets is not that big and the weight is moderated from 6.6lbs to 11lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\nSamurai icons such as Kusunoki Masashige, Tokugawa Ieyasu, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Yamanaka Shikanosuke reflects not only the samurai spirit but also the code of honor towards martial arts (Kendo or Judo) and a symbol of social success or perseverance.\u003cbr\u003e\nOnce you place these helmets around you, you soul might be influenced by the samurai vibes.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs previously mentioned, obtaining those masked Kabuto helmets are considerably difficult but we are confident that you would love your new collection as an interior décor once it’s on your hands.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n(I have no doubt to recommend those to you.)\u003cbr\u003e\nSamurai Helmet \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Japanese Kabuto helmet used in Sengoku era is not only functional in combat \u003cbr\u003e\nbut also attracts people’s attention as a world masterpiece in the field of the applied art. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe Sengoku generals burned incense inside of their helmets and put a flower on their chests‘ before going to battle.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThey were proud of pursuing grace even on the battlefield and carried unbreakable spirits. \u003cbr\u003e\nKabuto helmet explicitly represents the spirit of the samurai. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design of the Kabuto helmet and its accompanying accessories were arranged by individual preferences. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe Kabuto helmet is decorated with antlers\/horns (Kuwagata) and a front crest (Maedate) such as an arranged sword, \u003cbr\u003e\na dragon statue, Myo-oh sculpture, or a statue of Bodhisattva (Bosatsu). \u003cbr\u003e\nThe attachments on the front represent Shintoism and Buddhism and add significant value to the Kabuto.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThe helmets on the website were carved by the artisan of Edo-period-specialist, who carried on the tradition.  \u003cbr\u003e\nThese items are made based on National Treasure-listed masterpieces, and those products include the ones which were manufactured by Takaoka which is known as the largest production center of bronze ware in Japan and has a 350-year history. \u003cbr\u003e\nOur products have not only the value of traditional craftsmanship but also as interior decor. \u003cbr\u003e\nOnce you decorate them in your room, it would support your space with more elegance. Our products will be with you for a long time.","brand":"BRONZE MUSEUM JAPAN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42472910749781,"sku":"ET-1890907957","price":360.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0084\/4395\/3210\/files\/il_fullxfull.3683135032_oq2f.jpg?v=1778226437","url":"https:\/\/bronzemuseumjapan.com\/products\/japanese-old-vintage-samurai-helmet-kuroda-nagakasa-rare-item-tsushima","provider":"BRONZE MUSEUM JAPAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}