The Globe and Mail

Samurai Armor: History, Design, and the Timeless Symbol of the Japanese Warrior

Few historical artifacts command as much respect and fascination as Samurai armor. More than battlefield protection, samurai armor represented status, discipline, loyalty, and the warrior’s personal ...
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The Evolution and Significance of Japanese Samurai Armor

Japanese samurai armor is a crucial element of Japan’s rich warrior history, symbolizing the discipline, skill, and honor of the Samurai class. Unlike armor in many other cultures, Samurai armor was ...
The Inlander

The MAC debuts concurrent exhibits on samurai culture and Japanese swordmaking

Though their meticulously crafted battle armor and elaborate helmets shaped into utterly frightening countenances could fill the hearts of any foe with terror, Japan's famous samurai warriors also had ...
WRIC

Samurai-inspired exhibition makes its way to the VMFA

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller exhibition will be making their debut at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA). Starting Saturday, ...
Stars and Stripes

Experience Japan’s feudal history at the Samurai and Ninja Museum

The final room showcases the ninja and their role in feudal Japanese society. You’ll learn about the multi-purpose nature of their equipment before the tour culminates in a shuriken, or throwing star, ...
WRIC

Free entry to Samurai Armor exhibit at VMFA for Commonwealth employees, preschool and K-12 Teachers

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) has announced that Commonwealth employees, as well as preschool and K-12 teachers of public and private schools will receive free ...