This suit of armor bears the crest of the powerful Ikeda ... Photo: Brad Flowers For nearly 700 years, samurai were Japan’s social elite, skilled not only in combat but also in politics and ...

This suit of armour dates to the Edo period ... It is very possible that it was once worn by a samurai, the famous sword wielding warriors of Japan. Comments are closed for this object What's ...

one of the restored Samurai armours - alongside a historically significant suit of armour of the Order of St John - will be on display at the Malta Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai. On display ...

A major security alert was sparked outside the House of Parliament when a man appeared in a suit of armour, allegedly carrying two samurai swords and asked to speak to Boris Johnson, a court heard.

Why it matters: "Samurai Armor" offers Richmonders a rare opportunity to see this stunning collection up close, and with 360-degree views of many of the intricate suits. The big picture ...

Three sets of Japanese Samurai armour, originally gifted to Malta in 1862 as part of a diplomatic mission, have been meticulously restored and reassembled by expert conservators in Japan—thanks ...

Historically, the event was a coming-of-age ceremony for samurai offspring when they first wore a full suit of armor, as well as for adults acquiring a new suit of armor. 22:43 ...

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 ...

The Samurai exhibit features nearly 80 objects, including full suits, helmets, weaponry, and full horse armor that were used in both combat and for ceremonial purposes. "There is so much ...