Yoroi, The Ceremonial Armor The Yoroi was a type of armor worn by the Samurai since they began to the time of their dissolution in the Meiji Era. It was usually worn when on horseback. Armor like the Yoroi is made out of lacquered steel plates. These are woven together Continue Reading
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The Katana
The Katana The Katana sword was first utilized as a warrior’s blade during the late 13th century. Since that time, the Katana has become the Japanese Samurai warrior’s iconic symbol. This sword is characterized by having a long curved blade. It measures up to 37 inches and features a single Continue Reading