Description

Enhance Your Defense with the Flexibility of Chainmail Armor

Kusari Obi is a traditional samurai armor belt, designed to protect the waist and stomach while maintaining mobility in battle. This kusari (iron chainmail) belt is a vital auxiliary armor piece, offering lightweight yet effective protection against slashing and thrusting attacks. Worn around the waist like a sash or cummerbund, it serves as an additional layer of defense, shielding the gaps between the do (cuirass) and kusazuri (tassets).

During the Sengoku era, kusari obi were commonly used by samurai and shinobi (ninja) alike, providing flexible armor that could be worn over or under the urugi ito (armor lacing). Keeping with tradition, Iron Mountain Armory crafts each kusari obi using historically accurate techniques. The belt consists of a top layer of kusari butted mail, reinforced with two thick layers of asa (hemp linen) for added durability. Upon request, we offer additional padding for extra protection. For a more traditional battle-ready design, the kusari can be sewn inside the layers of asa, preventing chain splitting upon impact and reducing oxidation over time.

Ideal for samurai armor restoration, reenactments, martial arts training, and display, the kusari obi is a functional and historical addition to any warrior’s collection.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Authentic Historical Design: Crafted using Sengoku-era techniques for battle-tested durability.
• Layered Protection: Kusari iron chainmail reinforced with asa (hemp linen) for enhanced resistance to slashing and thrusting.
• Customizable Options: Choose from multiple colors, lengths, and optional internal padding.
• Flexible & Lightweight: Provides essential waist protection without restricting movement.
• Perfect for Reenactments & Displays: Ideal for samurai armor collectors, LARP, SCA, and martial artists.

Shipping Information:

Our skilled artisans carefully craft each kusari obi to order. Please allow 7 to 10 days for processing and careful crafting of your order.