Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor

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SKU: K24

Original price was: $1,219.99.Current price is: $1,024.95. $1,024.95

  • Select from these options to customize your samurai armor set.

    Select the Color & Finish of your Do (cuirass).
    Samurai Chest Do Color & Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory


    Change the 2nd color & texture of your armor for the alternate plate colors noted in the product image.  This option often changes the Shikoro (helmet neck plate), Tare (throat guard), Sode (shoulder plates) & Kusazuri (plate skirt).

    (Click through the product images to see different Paint Options.)

    Select the LACE (Odoshi) Color you would like for your armor. 
    Odoshi Lace for Samurai Armor by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Click through the product images to see different Lace Colors.)

    Hachi Goshozan (on left) and Zunari (on right)Samurai Kabuto Style Options 1

    Select to change, customize or remove the front crest (maedate) on the helmet. You can select a standard brass mon (symbol), your own custom mon / logo or a wooden or brass design. Please reference our "Order Options Explained" page for more details and reference.Crest (Maedate) Example by Iron Mountain Armory


    (Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options and referenced number.)

    Add Fittings to the chest only and/or to the Sode (Shoulders) and back including red ropes & tassels.

    Agemaki no Kan

    These help keep your sode in place.
    Recommended if using armor for any combat training.

    Select to have your Yoroi crafted WITH or WITHOUT Rivets.
    Rivets Options for Samurai Do by Iron Mountain Armory
    Image for reference only.

    Select the Linen Material or Art. Silk Brocade used for your Armor parts. 

    Art Silk Brocade Options for Samurai Armor, Yoroi and Clothing

    Select the synthetic leather color to be used on your HAIDATE or LIGHT SUNEATE.
    Kachi Iyo Haidate - Vermilion

    Light Suneate - Better suited for  Combat and Martial Arts Training
    Heavy Suneate - Better for traditional Cavalry and display

    Kachi Suneate Options







    Select to Heat Temper your steel armor plates to Add more toughness. Your armor will be heated to 700 degrees, making it more resilient and less likely to dent or break upon hard impacts. Best for Martial Arts Training, LARP & SCA Sports.


    Select to add a yoroi bitsu (display / storage box) and portable stand to your order so you can display your samurai armor.
    Yoroi Bitsu and Stand

    Choose to add Samurai or Custom Mon (symbol) to your Yoroi Bitsu (armor box). Custom Mon's needs to be e-mailed to us in a mono-color, “Clip-Art” format.Akai Oni Taisho Yoroi(Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options.)


    Select these options to further customize your Kabuto (helmet).

    Add a symbol (mon) to the ears (fukigaeshi) of your helmet. This can be a standard mon or custom design you can email us in "Clip-Art" format.
    Fukigaeshi by Iron Mountain Armory(Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options.)

    Use this option to add Dear Antlers, Water Buffalo Horns, Wooden Horns or Waki-Date (Flat Wooden Horns) to your kabuto.

    Dear Antlers Option by Iron Mountain Armory Natural Buffalo Horns Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Add RING and KNOT to the back of your KabutoKasa Jirushi No Kan

    Customize the visor of your helmet with embosed eyebrows and/or wrinkles.
    Kabuto Visor Options - Miage Shiwa - Mayu

    Select your choice of face armor available for your yoroi.  Standard Menpo option will give you the mustache option, while Hoate will give you a goatee option.Kachi Menpo Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Add character to your armor by selecting a custom mustache option.menpo mustache options(This option is only available with certain mask / nose styles.)

    Select from the following options to further customize your Do (chest armor).

    Select the Mon (symbol) to be painted on the front of your (chest plate).Makie Do Toyotomi Clan Gashira Samurai Armor(Option Not Available with Suna finish)

    Option Not Available With Suna Finish

    Select to add 1 or 2 Chest Rings (Saihai no kan & Tenugui no kan) to your Dō, used to display tassels or hold a saihai or gunbai.
    Do Chest Rings Saihai no kan & Tenugui no kan Custom Samurai Armor Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)


    Please Note: Select the option as if you are wearing the armor (Left / Right)

    Add 1 or 2 WAIST RINGS (holding rings) to either side of your Dō (chest plate), used to hold bags, tie a weapon, Gunbai and/or your Sarashi in place.  We recommend adding both if you are training in your armor. 
    Wist Holding Rings Options for Custom Samurai Dō by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)


    Please Note: Select the option as if you are wearing the armor (Left / Right)

    Add Banner Holder to the back of your Do (chest armor)
    Machi-Uke Banner Holder

    This option offers to make your kuzazuri (skirt plate) detachable / interchangeable.  Commonly used in the past for fast repair / replacement of the kuzazuri, or removable for fast and quiet movement of troops. Kusazuri Options


    Select options to further customize your Kote

    Select to add a Tekko no Suemon (Brass Engraved Emblem on the back of the hand). 
    Tekko no Suemon (Hand guard with engraved symbol) by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the MON you would like for you Tekko no Suemon.

    The Sizing Options for your custom samurai armor set.

    This option changes the girth size of your Dō (chest armor).  While inhaling deeply, have an assistant wrap the tape measure under your armpits around the largest part of your chest.  In the back, you want the tape measure to wrap across your shoulder blades. The tape measure should be snug, but not tight.


    Please Note: Sizing is for reference only and may not reflect the final product. Please read the FAQs for more details.


    Please Note: It is better to select 1 size larger to accommodate under clothing.

    Adjust the armor to your Height.  Standard sizing is 5' 8" (175 CM).  Select the option closest to your actual height.  If unsure, select 1 size smaller and enter your actual size in the order comments.


    Please Note: It is better to select 1 size shorter for better fit.

    Please specify YOUR WEIGHT for our armorers to better craft your armor for you.
    Please select the option that is the closest to your weight, as this doesn't have to be completely accurate as this is for reference only.


    Select accessories to add to your custom samurai armor order.

    Select to add a long cloth belt / sash, needed if you are going to wear your armor set.

    Sarashi

    Add traditional straw sandals to your order. Great accessory to have if your planning on wearing your samurai armor set!Waraji

    Add traditional tabi socks s to your order. Great accessory to have if your planning on wearing your samurai armor set!


    Extra Design Options

    Select these options to further customize your samurai armor set.

    Options to change the paint color for the BOTTOM HANGING plates for your custom samurai armor set.

    If you would like to change the color of the BOTTOM PLATE of your Shikoro, you may select it here.  If not it will match the option your provided above.(This option should only be chosen if you would like the neck plates to be a different color than those of the main Helmet.)

    Select the color & finish your Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita) will be painted.
    Menpo Details, Terms and Options


    (This option should only be chosen if you would like the throat plates to be a different color than those of the mask.)

    Select the color & finish your Sode Bottom Plates (Suso no ita) will be painted.
    Sode Terms and Options
    (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

    Select the Color & Finish your Kusazuri (Gessan) Bottom Plates.
    Kusazuri (Gessan) Bottom Plate Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Change the both BOTTOM or SIDE ACCENT lace for your custom samurai armor set.

    Sode Terms and Options

    Select the color used for the BOTTOM HORIZONTAL LACE, on ALL Bottom Hanging Plates.
    (If left blank MAIN LACE COLOR will be used)
    Bottom Horizontal Lace Color Options by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

    Select the COLOR of the VERTICAL / SIDE LACE of your Sode.

    Sode Vertical / Side Lace Options Custom Samurai Armor

    Select the Vertical and Horizontal ACCENT lacing for your armor set.
    (If left blank MAIN LACE COLOR will be used)
    Full Samurai Armor Mimi-Ito Option
    (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

Build Your Legacy with Armor Forged for the Realms of Battle and Honor!

The Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor is a robust, streamlined suit of armor based on one of the most prevalent designs of the late Sengoku Era. Handcrafted by our apprentice katchû-shi (Japanese armor smith) at Iron Mountain Armory, this traditional armor set reflects the evolution of samurai warfare—when practicality and battlefield efficiency became paramount.

By the final century of the Sengoku Period, armor styles had shifted dramatically. Samurai turned away from the older, more delicate kozan yoroi (scale armor) in favor of designs that provided greater durability and ease of maintenance. The ni-mai dō (two-section cuirass) emerged as one of the most popular and enduring forms of armor. It featured an independent front and back panel crafted from overlapping ito-mono (long horizontal plates) that were riveted or laced together, forming a thick, impact-absorbing, and highly functional defense.

Our Kachi Class version is built using this classic ni-mai dō construction—without a hinge connecting the front and rear sections. It is crafted to your measurements for an ideal fit, then painted and laced in your selected colors and patterns. The design’s inherent simplicity makes it a favorite for martial artists, collectors, and first-time samurai armor owners who want authenticity without overwhelming intricacy.

You can further customize your suit through the Extra Options menu. Select your preferred kabuto (helmet), menpō (mask), suneate (shin armor), and more. Every detail will be tailored to reflect your vision—honoring the warrior within you.

The Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor is a full-sized, fully functional suit of armor designed for training, reenactment, or display.  It’s a testament to warrior ingenuity, refined through centuries of battle and now ready to serve you in your own journey.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Kachi Class Armor: Full-sized, durable, and ideal for first-time buyers.
  • Traditional Ni-Mai Dō Design: Proven effectiveness from the Sengoku battlefield.
  • Ito-Mono Construction: Long overlapping plates for protection and structure.
  • Customizable Finish: Paint and odoshi colors tailored to your taste.
  • Flexible Armor Options: Choose helmet, mask, shin guards, and more.

Product Crafting Time:

Please allow our skilled katchû-shi at Iron Mountain Armory at least 7 to 10 days to process and handcraft your Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor. Additional time may be required for custom requests.

Strength Refined Through Simplicity

To see the class differences, please view Kachi Vs. Gashira.

For more information, please review our Order Options Explained, Glossary Terms or FAQ Pages. You can also Contact Us directly. We are always happy to be of service.

Description

Build Your Legacy with Armor Forged for the Realms of Battle and Honor!

The Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor is a robust, streamlined suit of armor based on one of the most prevalent designs of the late Sengoku Era. Handcrafted by our apprentice katchû-shi (Japanese armor smith) at Iron Mountain Armory, this traditional armor set reflects the evolution of samurai warfare—when practicality and battlefield efficiency became paramount.

By the final century of the Sengoku Period, armor styles had shifted dramatically. Samurai turned away from the older, more delicate kozan yoroi (scale armor) in favor of designs that provided greater durability and ease of maintenance. The ni-mai dō (two-section cuirass) emerged as one of the most popular and enduring forms of armor. It featured an independent front and back panel crafted from overlapping ito-mono (long horizontal plates) that were riveted or laced together, forming a thick, impact-absorbing, and highly functional defense.

Our Kachi Class version is built using this classic ni-mai dō construction—without a hinge connecting the front and rear sections. It is crafted to your measurements for an ideal fit, then painted and laced in your selected colors and patterns. The design’s inherent simplicity makes it a favorite for martial artists, collectors, and first-time samurai armor owners who want authenticity without overwhelming intricacy.

You can further customize your suit through the Extra Options menu. Select your preferred kabuto (helmet), menpō (mask), suneate (shin armor), and more. Every detail will be tailored to reflect your vision—honoring the warrior within you.

The Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor is a full-sized, fully functional suit of armor designed for training, reenactment, or display.  It’s a testament to warrior ingenuity, refined through centuries of battle and now ready to serve you in your own journey.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Kachi Class Armor: Full-sized, durable, and ideal for first-time buyers.
  • Traditional Ni-Mai Dō Design: Proven effectiveness from the Sengoku battlefield.
  • Ito-Mono Construction: Long overlapping plates for protection and structure.
  • Customizable Finish: Paint and odoshi colors tailored to your taste.
  • Flexible Armor Options: Choose helmet, mask, shin guards, and more.

Product Crafting Time:

Please allow our skilled katchû-shi at Iron Mountain Armory at least 7 to 10 days to process and handcraft your Ni-Mai Dō Kachi Samurai Armor. Additional time may be required for custom requests.

Strength Refined Through Simplicity

To see the class differences, please view Kachi Vs. Gashira.

For more information, please review our Order Options Explained, Glossary Terms or FAQ Pages. You can also Contact Us directly. We are always happy to be of service.

Additional information

Weight 14 kg
Dimensions 41 × 41 × 51 cm

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