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Select the Color & Finish of your Menpo (Face Armor). |
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Select the Color & Finish for your Tare. |
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Select the Lace (odoshi) Color you would like for your Menpo. |
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Add character to your armor by selecting a custom mustache option. |
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Select the Color of Teeth you want for your menpo. |
Select to add a FULL Brass Trim (Fukurin) to the Tare or the Bottom Plate Edge ONLY. |
Select the Plate Style for your Tare.  |
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Select the Leather / Egawa you want for your Nodowa. |
Choose to add a museum-quality Display Stand to your order. |
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Select the Color & Finish of your Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita). |
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Select the Lace Color used for the Horizontal Lace for your Tare. |
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Select the Lace Color used for the Vertical Lace on the Tare. |
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Select the Mimi-Ito (Trim Lace) used for your Tare. |
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Select the number of Tare Plates you want for your mengu. |
Steeped in Japanese folklore, the Tengu were revered and feared mythical creatures that possessed unparalleled martial prowess, wisdom, and supernatural abilities. Often depicted as avian beings residing in Japan’s highest mountains, Tengu symbolized both protection and intimidation. Samurai warriors sought to embody these powerful beings by wearing distinctive Tengu-inspired menpo to enhance their combat effectiveness and intimidate opponents on the battlefield.
This Taisho Class Tengu menpo is expertly crafted to resemble traditional masks of the Edo period, featuring a pronounced bird-like nose, intricately detailed wrinkles (shiwa), detachable nose guard (hana), ear covers (mimi), and throat protection (tare). Beyond its practical use in battle, the Tengu menpo served as a profound psychological tool, striking fear into enemies and emboldening the wearer with supernatural confidence.
Historically, menpo played a crucial role in samurai armor, providing essential facial protection and serving as an anchor point for the shinobi-no-o (helmet cords), ensuring comfort and stability during intense combat. Samurai of the Sengoku and Edo periods considered their armor a reflection of their identity, valor, and honor; thus, each element was crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail.
Iron Mountain Armory continues this tradition by offering fully customizable Tengu menpo, crafted with care, authenticity, and functional practicality. Available with options for personalized paint colors, silk lacing, and authentic mustache styles, these exceptional masks embody the legacy of the samurai warrior.
Historically authentic Taisho Class design
Customizable paint, lace, and mustache options
Full-sized, functional, and handcrafted
Ideal for reenactments, martial arts, and cosplay
| 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. |
References: “The Samurai Armour Glossary” by Ian Bottomley & David Thatcher / “The Watanabe Art Museum Samurai Armour Collection Volume 1: Kabuto & Mengu” By Trevor Absolon
Steeped in Japanese folklore, the Tengu were revered and feared mythical creatures that possessed unparalleled martial prowess, wisdom, and supernatural abilities. Often depicted as avian beings residing in Japan’s highest mountains, Tengu symbolized both protection and intimidation. Samurai warriors sought to embody these powerful beings by wearing distinctive Tengu-inspired menpo to enhance their combat effectiveness and intimidate opponents on the battlefield.
This Taisho Class Tengu menpo is expertly crafted to resemble traditional masks of the Edo period, featuring a pronounced bird-like nose, intricately detailed wrinkles (shiwa), detachable nose guard (hana), ear covers (mimi), and throat protection (tare). Beyond its practical use in battle, the Tengu menpo served as a profound psychological tool, striking fear into enemies and emboldening the wearer with supernatural confidence.
Historically, menpo played a crucial role in samurai armor, providing essential facial protection and serving as an anchor point for the shinobi-no-o (helmet cords), ensuring comfort and stability during intense combat. Samurai of the Sengoku and Edo periods considered their armor a reflection of their identity, valor, and honor; thus, each element was crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail.
Iron Mountain Armory continues this tradition by offering fully customizable Tengu menpo, crafted with care, authenticity, and functional practicality. Available with options for personalized paint colors, silk lacing, and authentic mustache styles, these exceptional masks embody the legacy of the samurai warrior.
Historically authentic Taisho Class design
Customizable paint, lace, and mustache options
Full-sized, functional, and handcrafted
Ideal for reenactments, martial arts, and cosplay
| 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. |
References: “The Samurai Armour Glossary” by Ian Bottomley & David Thatcher / “The Watanabe Art Museum Samurai Armour Collection Volume 1: Kabuto & Mengu” By Trevor Absolon
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 20 × 20 × 18 cm |
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