Condition : Old Vintage Condition Origin : 100% MADE IN JAPAN Material : Metal(IRON) Age : Showa Weight : approx 3Kg(7lb) Dimension :approx H48cm x W52cm x D33cm (18.89inch x 20.47inch x 12.99inch) Notice : This helmet is not wearable. It’s for display only. This Kabuto helmet is not just an inanimate object. It contains the essence of the Japanese spirits of sceneries and samurai as portrayed by the movies “Last Samurai” and “Silk”. It will be your life long family treasure to keep with you as an interior décor. There is no loss of value just because this helmet doesn’t include a mask. Actually, the maskless helmets are more popular in Japanese culture. Other than those helmets, there is a Kabuto helmet used by Genji, who was under the Japanese imperial family line or the one used by Yamanaka Shikanosuke, who accepted extra obstacles by himself and overcame them no matter how hard they were. Yamanaka Shikanosuke was also known for a Moon-God believer. All our collections will be your timeless family treasure. The Japanese Kabuto helmet used in Sengoku era is not only functional in combat but also attracts people’s attention as a world masterpiece in the field of the applied art. The Sengoku generals burned incense inside of their helmets and put a flower on their chests’ before going to battle. They were proud of pursuing grace even on the battlefield and carried unbreakable spirits. Kabuto helmet explicitly represents the spirit of the samurai. The design of the Kabuto helmet and its accompanying accessories were arranged by individual preferences. The Kabuto helmet is decorated with antlers/horns (Kuwagata) and a front crest (Maedate) such as an arranged sword, a dragon statue, Myo-oh sculpture, or a statue of Bodhisattva (Bosatsu). The attachments on the front represent Shintoism and Buddhism and add significant value to the Kabuto. The helmets on the website were carved by the artisan of Edo-period-specialist, who carried on the tradition. These 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. Our products have not only the value of traditional craftsmanship but also as interior decor. Once you decorate them in your room, it would support your space with more elegance. Our products will be with you for a long time. All orders are securely packaged and send ECONOMY AIR. It takes about 2weeks to 3weeks. This is to realize “cost mitigation” for our valuable customers who enjoy their shopping with us. Please decide the final judgment for the item value by yourself. Most of the items are very old and not mint condition. They have age appropriate flaws and rust. International Buyers – Please Note. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
