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	This website with a collection of Japanese Samurai Related Antiques focuses on Kabuto, Jingasa and Mempo. It will show from time to time examples of Yoroi, katana, wakizashi, koshirae, jinbaori, tsuba and other samurai or Japanese military related objects.
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	Samurai Masks (Mempo, Menpo)

An important and very expressive part of the armor is the face mask. Menpo or Mempo with yodare kake (throat protector). They can be found in many forms: wrinkled or smooth cheeks, noses in many forms, some have mustaches or imperials and are lacquered or in russet iron finish.

Samurai Swords (Katana, Wakizashi)

Very spectacular and maybe the most dangerous piece of art in the world is the Japanese Sword. The katana (long sword) combined with the wakizashi (short sword) it forms the daisho.

Samurai Helmets (Kabuto)

Maybe the most important and priced part of a complete yoroi is the kabuto. A number of quality kabuto (helmets) are displayed. Hoshi, Suji, Namban and some Kawari Kabuto.

War Hats (Jingasa)

Jingasa (samurai hats) were mainly used during the mid to late Edo Period (1700-1860). The word "Kasa" meaning hat and "Jin" military.

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LONEWLF2.JPG (15540 bytes) Wrongfully accused of plotting to overthrow the Shogun, Itto Ogami (拝一刀) - master of the Suio Ryu - becomes an outlaw, wandering through the provinces of feudal Japan with his infant son Daigoro by his side, seeking vengeance for the murder of his wife and family.

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