Samurai “clearly understood the functional requirements of armor,” Gabriel Barbier-Mueller, who with his wife, Ann, is the most important collector of samurai regalia outside Japan ...

The numerous parts of samurai armor are crystallizations of the finest dyeing, lacquer, and metalwork techniques. 04:56 The two vertical chest straps protected the openings closest to the armpits ...

Step into the world of ancient craftsmanship as skilled artisans revive the warrior's soul through the meticulous restoration of samurai armor. The process begins with carefully dismantling each piece ...