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The Art of Samurai Armor

500 years ago in civil war era Japan, the samurai armor underwent an "artful" change. Helmet designs evolved to include eccentric rabbit and bear motifs, for one thing. Perhaps not fit for battle but very unique, we look at those helmets, as well as modern armor by contemporary artist Tetsuya Noguchi.

English
  • Originally Aired May 13, 2014
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network NHK
  • Created June 28, 2014 by
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