Traditional Craft – Samurai Helmet
Updated at 2024-10-04
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In Japan’s mid-Heian period, feudal lords formed armed factions, and samurai wore armor to protect themselves. The armor consisted of three parts: the helmet, the chest plate, and large shoulder guards. This helmet was handcrafted by traditional artisan and Chiba Prefectural Assembly member Matsuzawa .
Name
Traditional Craft – Samurai Helmet
Giver
Okada Koichi, Councilor, Toyota City Council, Aichi Prefecture
Friendly States
Japan
City
Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture
Language: Japanese
Area: 918.5 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 423,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Manufacturing sector. Toyota City is located in the central region of Aichi Prefecture. In 1937, Toyota Motor Corporation established its headquarters here. The majority of the population is made up of young people.
Size
L27cm W23cm H42cm
Category
Handicrafts
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