Samurai Armor Designs Adorn Bags, Accessories; Traditional Techniques Applied to Everyday Items by Tokyo Craftswoman

By Akio Oikawa / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer
17:11 JST,
May 3, 2025
Armor is a symbol of samurai warriors. Originally a practical form of protection, samurai warriors also regarded their armor as a way to show off their presence, and decorated it strikingly. Today, armor designs are incorporated into bags and accessories, bringing out the wearer’s individuality.
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