Description

Yak Hair for Samurai Armor Restoration & Crafting

Yak hair is the most common type of animal hair used for hi-ge (beards), including mustaches, goatees, and other facial embellishments on samurai armor.

Throughout history, the fierce and noble samurai took great pride in their hi-ge (beards), using them not only as a symbol of masculinity but also as a way to command respect and intimidate foes on the battlefield. Samurai menpō (facial armor) was often adorned with elaborate mustaches, goatees, or full beards, giving each warrior a unique and striking appearance. These facial embellishments were traditionally crafted using real animal hair, with yak hair being the most preferred for its durability, texture, and lifelike quality.

At Iron Mountain Armory, we are committed to keeping this tradition alive by exclusively using genuine yak hair in all of our crafting. Now, we are offering the same high-quality yak hair for samurai armor restorations, DIY projects, and other creative applications. Whether you are restoring an antique menpō, enhancing your modern samurai armor with a bold mustache, or crafting a display piece with more historical authenticity, our yak hair provides the perfect finishing touch.

Each strand is carefully cleaned, groomed, and humanely harvested from a local farm to ensure the best quality possible. Available in natural black, brown, white, and grey (with red available as a dyed option), these colors closely match the original hi-ge styles used by samurai centuries ago. Whether you’re aiming for a long, flowing fu manchu-style mustache or a thick, imposing beard, our yak hair is ideal for adding character and authenticity to any armor set.

Beyond armor restoration, this versatile hair can be used for museum displays, theatrical props, cosplay enhancements, and even doll-making. Its natural texture and durability make it a prized material for any artisan looking to breathe life into their historical or modern creations.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Genuine Natural Yak Hair: Carefully sourced for the highest quality and historical accuracy.
• Humanely Harvested: Responsibly collected from a local farm with ethical care.
• Versatile Uses: Ideal for samurai armor restoration, DIY projects, cosplay, and museum displays.
• Optional Lengths & Colors: Available in different lengths, with natural and dyed color options.

Shipping Information:

Our skilled artisans carefully prepare and process each order to ensure the highest quality. Please allow 3 to 7 days for processing, harvesting and preparing of this item.