【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This exquisite Showa period miniature samurai armor set is a refined Do-maru style work inspired by the legendary warlord Date Masamune, famously known as the “One-Eyed Dragon of the North.” Titled “Soku (Azure Sky),” the set was handcrafted by the renowned Kyoto armor maker Heian Yasutomi, a respected master of ceremonial and festival armor during the mid to late Showa era. The armor displays a level of refinement that is extremely difficult to reproduce today, conveying strength, dignity, and elegance, qualities closely associated with Date Masamune’s image. The lacing is made from 100 percent pure silk, using traditional kachi-ito in a deep indigo tone historically associated with victory and success in battle. This auspicious colour scheme enhances the commanding presence of the armor. The helmet is fitted with a long crescent moon crest, one of Date Masamune’s most recognisable symbols. The crest includes a hand-carved wooden version finished with gold leaf, as well as a sleek metal crescent, allowing for different display aesthetics. Decorative fittings throughout the set are finished with gold plate, giving the armor a rich and dignified brilliance. The cuirass follows the traditional wrap-around Do-maru construction and is accented with elegant brocade fabric featuring floral patterns on the chest and sleeves. These textiles add visual depth and refinement, balancing martial strength with courtly sophistication. The set is complete and includes the helmet with crescent crest, face mask, shoulder guards, cuirass, thigh guards, shin guards, traditional samurai footwear, display stand, black lacquer storage box, and the original wooden name plaque bearing the artist’s signature and seal. The armor is designed as a Boys’ Day (Tango no Sekku) display, symbolising ambition, courage, and future success. The condition is very good vintage condition, with minimal wear. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions of Box: approx. H 21.5 cm W 33 cm D 27 cm Height when Displayed: approx. 52 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!