Sanada Yukimura Fully Functional COSPLAY LARP Samurai Armor

Crimson Demon of War – Wear the Legend of the Last Sengoku Hero

The Sanada Yukimura Samurai Armor is a commanding Gashira Class yoroi (armor set) handcrafted by the expert katchû-shi (Japanese armor smiths) at Iron Mountain Armory. This armor honors the fearless and revered daimyo Sanada Yukimura (真田幸村, 1567–1615), a tactician and warrior whose exploits during the Sengoku period earned him the titles “Crimson Demon of War” and “The Last Sengoku Hero.”

Yukimura’s legacy was forged through his brilliant leadership and unmatched valor in combat. Most famously, he gained everlasting fame during the Siege of Osaka, where he led a heroic and near-impossible defense against overwhelming odds. His armor was as iconic as his reputation. Adorned with the Rokumonsen crest—six coins symbolizing the toll to cross the river to the afterlife—it proudly proclaimed the Sanada Clan’s fearlessness in the face of death.

This suit of armor features a zunari kabuto (helmet) crowned with synthetic deer antlers, representing Yukimura’s mastery of both offense and defense. The okegawa dō (two-section cuirass) provides durable protection and mobility, while the kiritsuke iyozane sode and kusazuri reflect traditional design.

The standard color for this yoroi is vermilion or crimson, often finished in suna (sand-textured lacquer). However, your set can be fully customized to match your personal warrior spirit. Select your preferred color, finish, odoshi (lace), and even alternate helmet, menpō (facial armor), and suneate (shin guards) styles through our available options.

This armor is not only a stunning tribute to a legendary warrior—it’s your gateway to embodying the warrior spirit within.

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class craftsmanship inspired by Sanada Yukimura

Iconic zunari kabuto with antlers & Rokumonsen crest

Fully customizable color, lace, helmet, mask, & fit

Wearable & fully functional – ideal for display, reenactment, or martial arts

Includes display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Handcrafted to order by our skilled katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for crafting and preparation before shipping.

Become the Crimson Demon – wear the armor of the fearless Sanada Yukimura.

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

Crimson Demon of War – Wear the Legend of the Last Sengoku Hero

This armor is not only a stunning tribute to a legendary warrior—it’s your gateway to embodying the warrior spirit within.

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class craftsmanship inspired by Sanada Yukimura
Iconic zunari kabuto with antlers & Rokumonsen crest
Fully customizable color, lace, helmet, mask, & fit
Wearable & fully functional – ideal for display, reenactment, or martial arts
Includes display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Handcrafted to order by our skilled katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for crafting and preparation before shipping.

Become the Crimson Demon – wear the armor of the fearless Sanada Yukimura.

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	27 kg
Dimensions	52 × 52 × 72 cm
Gift Card Value

5 reviews for Sanada Yukimura Gashira Gusoku

1-5 of 5 reviews

Sanada Yukimura
Reviewer

May 16, 2014

good armor might consider buy one more

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Very impressed!
Reviewer

August 27, 2013

I saw armor that looked exactly like this while in Japan but the price with shipping and taxes was just too expensive. Even if you actually buy it On-Line from Japan, the retail price there is more expensive. A few months after returning from Japan I still wanted a suit of armor but I just couldn’t bring myself to paying over $3K for a basic suit of armor.

We all know that to get the “real” samurai armor you have to get it from Japan, but I decided to take a chance. After contacting a few websites I determined this is the website everyone else buys from and the pictures looked just like the actual suits did in the store in Japan. Now Japan take 4 to 6 weeks for delivery and these guys promised and delivered in just 17 days with my custom size!

I bought the SAME EXACT armor I fell in love with in Japan at 1/3 the price! The detail, feel and fit is perfect; I am so impressed!! These guys are THE REAL DEAL!!

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Wow
Reviewer

April 17, 2013

Wow, very impressive. Real antlers and very well made! Thank you!!

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Jens J.
Verified owner

April 23, 2023

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It fits absolutely perfect. It looks intimidating when wearing it. On display it is a wonderful piece of art. Movement overall is obviously “a bit restricted”, but for wearing a full armor this is quite fabulous. I mean sword movement worked intuitively and there were no restrictions. Even the colors fully match what I had in mind, when selecting every option.

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A TRUE Work of Art
Reviewer

November 17, 2015

100% recommend this company for your historical Bushido Samurai armor needs. The attention to detail and quality of manufacture is unprecedented for a hand crafted item. As a military historian, I have had an opportunity to inspect many original suits of Japanese armor, and the comparison is very authentic in terms of construction. Please keep in mind that even with high quality control, these are hand crafted items, so there is no such thing as “perfect”, but for the cost, they exceed even many Japanese suits of armor, and this is completely ready for combat. I would strongly urge buyers to purchase at minimum of the Gashira level of quality, and there is a significant different of upgrade of materials and construction. I was also very impressed with the customer service and speed of construction. My Gashira set only took about 6 weeks until arrival.

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Sanada Yukimura Gashira Gusoku

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Extra Customization Options

Advanced Paint Options

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Crimson Demon of War – Wear the Legend of the Last Sengoku Hero

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Become the Crimson Demon – wear the armor of the fearless Sanada Yukimura.

Description

Crimson Demon of War – Wear the Legend of the Last Sengoku Hero

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Become the Crimson Demon – wear the armor of the fearless Sanada Yukimura.

Additional information

5 reviews for Sanada Yukimura Gashira Gusoku

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Select the LACE (Odoshi) Color you would like for your armor. (Click through the product images to see different Lace Colors.)

Select the STYLE OF KABUTO (helmet) for your Armor. Please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page for more details. To keep the standard style for this model armor leave pre-selected option "As Seen".

This option is available for Suji-Bachi Style Helmets, and allows you to chose how many plates are used to craft the “bowl” section of your helmet. The Standard Option is “Simulated” which means the helmet bowl will be crafted from a single sheet of steel and made to look like it is crafted from several pieces.

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

Select the Leather Color and/or Egawa (pattern) used of your armor parts. (Haidate (armored apron), Light or Medium Suneate (shin armor))

Select the style of Suneate (shin armor) you would like for your armor. (Picture is for reference only.)

Select to upgrade your standard black lacquer Yoroi Bitsu (storage box & stand) to a natural lacquer Deluxe Bitsu with "dove tailed" joints.

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

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

Add a Kasa Jirushi no Kan (ring with tassel) to the back of a helmet with an Agemaki Bow (a specially knotted cord).

Customize the visor of your helmet with embosed eyebrows and/or wrinkles.

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

Select the Mon (symbol) to be painted on the front of your Dō (chest plate).(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. (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)

Select your choice of face armor available for your yoroi. Standard and Ressei Menpo option will give you nose and mustache options. Henpo and Hoate are without nose option.

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. (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)

Add a Banner Holder (Machi-Uke) to the back of your Gashira or Kachi Dō (chest armor) so you can attach a Sashimono (war banner) to your armor set. (Add Optional Wooden Banner Base)

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.

This option is for the waist circumference of the Dō (chest armor). 5: Place a tape measure on your navel (belly button) and straight around your waist, finishing at your navel. 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.

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 select the option that is closest to your weight or next weight level greater, so our armorers can better fit your armor to your body size.

Add a long cloth belt used to hold your dō firmly in place for a more comfortable with and to hold weapons and other accessories to your waist.

Add Traditional Straw Sandals to your order. Select 1 size smaller.

Gashira (Officer): Expertly handmade from a mixture of quality traditional and modern materials, as well as some modern crafting process. This class of armor is crafted with a good attention to detail. Crafting Time: 20 to 35 Days. Materials Used: Bowl style kabuto, steel construction, traditional brocade, hemp, quality cotton, brass, copper fittings with genuine leather & and some synthetic materials might be used. (materials may differ depending on model) Our “Gashira Class” yoroi represents the next level up from our “Kachi Class.” Each suit is meticulously handcrafted by our experienced katchû-shi (armor smiths) at Iron Mountain Armory. These artisans pour their warrior spirit into every piece, using quality materials and traditional crafting methods, complemented by modern techniques, tools, and design advancements. Like the Taisho Class, each suit is heavily researched and crafted with great care for historical accuracy. The principal difference between the Gashira and Taisho classes is that the Gashira Class is crafted with a practical bowl-style kabuto (simulated laminate) and some machine-stamped parts. The Gashira Class also features subtle modern enhancements, such as grommets and spot welding, making the armor more robust and easier to maintain. Our Gashira Class samurai armor is made for collectors, exhibitions, re-enactors, and martial artists who desire an authentic “Gendai” samurai suit of armor without the additional expenses associated with the more traditional design and handcrafting methods of our Taisho Class. The Gashira Class features a more traditional Gendai design compared to the Kachi Class and includes features such as real animal hair, genuine leather, a removable or interchangeable nose, brass fittings, shoulder padding with kikko (armor plating), traditional butted mail, opposable thumbs, leg/waist support on haidate, extra materials, fittings, riveting, grommets, additional lacing options, and an included armor storage/display box (yoroi bitsu) with stand. The attention to detail is a significant step up from the Kachi Class. However, due to the handcrafted nature of many parts, there may be some blemishes that pass through our QC process. Although we strive to avoid and correct these blemishes, they are a natural occurrence in handcrafting. Taisho Class suits will have fewer, if any, of these blemishes due to the high standards and meticulous review processes.

Select the color and finish for your Fukigaeshi (ears) of your kabuto.

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 Sode Bottom Plates (Suso no ita) will be painted. (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

Select to change the Kusazuri (Skirt) Color / Finish. (If left blank it will match the MAIN ARMOR COLOR option selected above.)

Select the Color & Finish your Kusazuri (Gessan) Bottom Plates.

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

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