History of Japanese Helmets - from the Kofun to the Edo period (4th century - 19th century) -
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Hoshikabuto Style Helmet with Red Lacing, Nanbokucho - Muromachi period, 14th - 15th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by The Agency for Cultural Affairs)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
March 29, 2005 (Tue) - July 3, 2005 (Sun)Introducing development of Japanese warriors helmet (kabuto) that shows various shapes and styles
Including:
Helmet bowl of Hoshikabuto type, Excaved at Koriyama, Fukushima, Heian period, 12th century (Gift of Mr.Fujiwara Sojuro)
Sujikabuto Style Helmet with Black Leather Triangle Lacing, Muromachi period, 15th century (Important Cultural Property)