At one of the few producers of traditional samurai armor in Japan, you can view a wide range of different styles based on actual records. Admission is free. Visitors can also try on various pieces ...

The Philbrook Museum’s Samurai exhibit showcases 80 pieces of armor, offering a glimpse into the art and history of Japan’s warrior class.

KYOTO--Suits of samurai armor given to Malta as diplomatic gifts in the 19th century returned to Japan for repair work ahead of their exhibition at the 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo. “I’m looking ...

Samurai armor is believed to have emerged from the dynastic culture which flourished during the 10th century. 02:21 Aoi Matsuri is held annually at Kamigamo Jinja, a UNESCO World Heritage Site ...

while the samurai became adept with the famed katana sword. Although crude Chinese handguns reached Japan by the early 16th century, the later introduction of the European arquebus and its armor ...

It is made up of armor from the collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller. The samurai belonged to the intellectual elite of Japanese society and practiced creative disciplines like ...

One of the largest collections of Japanese samurai armor in the world will be on view at VMFA beginning Saturday. Why it matters: "Samurai Armor" offers Richmonders a rare opportunity to see this ...

This module focuses on Japan’s medieval period, including the Kamakura (1185-1333), the Muromachi (1336-1573), and the Momoyama (1573-1603) shogunates. Photograph ...

KAMEOKA, Kyoto Prefecture—Five foreign visitors can don the armor of a samurai, mount a horse and ride alongside a feudal lord during the 52nd Kameoka Mitsuhide Festival here on May 3.

According to VMFA, the new exhibit is like traveling back in time and looking at Japan’s samurai armor. Featuring more than 140 items, Samurai will highlight full suits of armor, weapons ...