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Kabuto

The kabuto helmet is the most important component of the armor and was historically sometimes displayed on its own. As with armor, there were differences between simple, strictly functional helmets and the ornate, decorated helmets of commanders and high-ranking warriors, demonstrating the high level of skill among Japanese medieval and premodern armourers.

Kabuto - Saotome Iechika with Ressei Menpo

Helmet Suji bachi kabuto signed "Joshu ju Saotome Iechika" 常州早乙女家親

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Kabuto - Saotome Iechika with Ressei Menpo

Certificate by the NKBKHK

Kabuto - Suji bachi, NKBKHK certificate

Sixty-two-panel suji bachi kabuto, 18th century.. with the appraisal of the prestigious Nihon Katchū Bugu Kenkyū Hozon Kai 国際日本甲冑武具振興協会

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Saotome

Kabuto - Saotome Ieharu with Ressei Menpo

Suji bachi kabuto sign. "Joshu Ju Saotome Ieharu 常州住早乙女家春" , 18.century

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Kabuto - Saotome Ieharu with Ressei Menpo

Saiga

Kabuto - Saiga

Oki tenugui Saiga kabuto, Edo period, 17th-18th century.

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Kabuto - Eboshi

Double-layered helmet in the form of a court cap eboshi kabuto, Edo period (1603 - 1868)

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Kabuto - Saiga Kawari

Kawari hoshi bachi kabuto with previous attribution to the Saiga group of armor makers

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Artifacts Sold

A selection of acquisitions that have already found new owners.

Sold

Kabuto Neo Masanobu

Kabuto

From the Curator's Diary

Stories, Discoveries, and the Life of the Gallery

Exhibition

The Art of the Samurai in the Heart of Prague

The Samurai Art Gallery became a key partner of the prestigious exhibition “Japan of the Samurai,” which brought the Clam-Gallas Palace to life in early 2025. As the curator of this exhibition, I had the honor of working closely on the selection of unique loaned works that formed the backbone of the entire exhibition. The grand opening was presided over by H.E. Nagaoka, the Japanese Ambassador, together with the Mayor of Prague, Bohuslav Svoboda.

History

The Czech Samurai on the Secrets of Japanese Warriors

As part of the “Czech Samurai” series in Reflex magazine, we joined forces with Martin Bartkovský to delve into the fascinating world of ancient Japan. Through a series of interviews, we gradually uncover not only the history and art of warfare, but also the deeper cultural aspects and philosophy that shaped the lives of the samurai of that era. Please accept our invitation to this historical journey and discover traditions that have endured for centuries.

Awards

Induction into the Knights of Bushido Hall of Fame

It is with great humility and gratitude that I accept my induction into the Knights of Bushido Hall of Fame (2025). This prestigious award for outstanding contributions and a lifetime of dedication to the world of martial arts marks the culmination of a long journey for me and serves as motivation for the years ahead. I would like to thank everyone who has accompanied and supported me on this journey toward remarkable achievements in the realm of bushido.

Comic Con

The Art of the Japanese Sword and Martial Arts at Comic Con

I’ve had the honor of demonstrating the art of the Japanese sword and other martial arts at a number of prestigious events, such as Comic Con (main stage).