Samurai(Armor and weaponry)

We sell books or exhibition catalogues on weapons,protective gear and ornaments Samurai(Bushi) used.
"Samurai or Bushi" means man who belong to high-ranking social class of worriors.They used various weapons when fight against their enemy. They mainly use Nihonto(Japanese sword),Katcyu,Helmet and so on. weapons.

The armor known as Oyoroi came into use in the 9th century.It was armor for Samurai(Cavaliers).
The Japanese sword is made distinctly for cutting,so it is single-edgedand curved.Generally,the hilt is long and made to be held with both hands.