An Inside Look at Japanese Armor

Japanese armor was meant to protect samurai on the battlefield, but it was also a detailed work of art produced through skilled craftsmanship. Samurai sought to distinguish themselves on the battlefield by wearing eye-catching armor that was artistic as well as practical. Learn about the features and highlights of samurai armor while watching a model actually try on a suit of armor and a helmet. （Produced by Education Programming Division in January 2021） 【Related Exhibition】 Japanese Culture Unlocked: Armor, Kimonos, Lacquerware, and Woodblock Printing Period: January 19, 2021–February 28, 2021 Venue: Honkan Room T4, Tokyo National Museum (Ueno Park) *The armor area is open from January 19 to February 7, and the kimono area is open from February 9 to February 28. ■Related Works Armor (Gusoku) with a Two-Piece Cuirass and Black Lacing Edo