Yamamoto Kansuke Samurai Armor – Custom Gashira Yoroi Set

Strategic Valor – Armor of the General Who Sacrificed All

This striking Gashira Class yoroi (samurai armor) has been expertly crafted in tribute to the legendary strategist Yamamoto Kansuke (山本勘助, 1501–1561). As one of the “Twenty-Four Generals of Takeda Shingen,” Kansuke’s legacy lives on through his exceptional service and unmatched battlefield intellect. His most renowned achievement came during the Fourth Battle of Kawanakajima, where his tactics brought victory against the great rival Uesugi Kenshin.

Despite his success, Kansuke believed his plan to be a failure. Fearing disgrace and the possibility of letting down his lord, he charged alone into enemy ranks and met his death with honor. In doing so, he secured a pivotal victory for the Takeda Clan. It is this kind of fearless devotion and strategic mastery that sets Yamamoto Kansuke apart as one of Japan’s most legendary taisho (generals).

To honor his valor and memory, this Gashira Class samurai armor set features a traditional hachi zunari kabuto (helmet) adorned with real water buffalo horns—symbolizing strength, courage, and unwavering battlefield focus. The okegawa dō (clam-shell cuirass) adds mobility and protection, while the armor’s customizable features ensure that each piece reflects your own warrior spirit.

This set is available in custom sizing and finishes to suit your preferences. Choose from multiple kabuto, menpō, suneate, paints, and odoshi (lace) styles. Whether for reenactment, display, or martial arts training, your handcrafted yoroi is made to embody not only a timeless warrior’s legacy—but your own.

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class quality with real water buffalo horns

Includes zunari kabuto and okegawa dō with traditional form

Fully sized & wearable for display or training

Customizable helmet, mask, lacing, color & fit

Includes display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Crafted to order by our expert katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for detailed handcrafting before your armor is ready to ship.

Lead with intelligence. Fall with honor. Rise again in the armor of Yamamoto Kansuke.

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

Strategic Valor – Armor of the General Who Sacrificed All

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class quality with real water buffalo horns
Includes zunari kabuto and okegawa dō with traditional form
Fully sized & wearable for display or training
Customizable helmet, mask, lacing, color & fit
Includes display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Crafted to order by our expert katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for detailed handcrafting before your armor is ready to ship.

Lead with intelligence. Fall with honor. Rise again in the armor of Yamamoto Kansuke.

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	51 × 51 × 66 cm
Gift Card Value

11 reviews for Yamamoto Kansuke Gashira Samurai Armor

1-5 of 11 reviews

I wear this often
Reviewer

August 10, 2016

I wear this often. Fits like a glove and I give this site’s info out like crazy at events. Everyone wants their picture taken with me, wifey was pissed when I bought it but got over it quick and loves the attention it brings. Looks boss in the war room at our new house too.
I’ve worn it at Renaissance fairs, events at the Worcester art museum, random events and costume parties at local venues.

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Wow!
Reviewer

March 21, 2013

Amazing quality! The detail and craftsmanship is very impressive. The armor looks great in our home and everyone is very impressed when seeing it. Thank you very much.

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I love it!
Reviewer

April 1, 2015

I love this armor set. It is absolutely amazing and exceeded my expectations, even after reading the other reviews. There are usually always one or two star reviews for products from less than satisfied clients, but honestly I can see why everyone gives 5 stars. Between the quality of armor and level of customer service it is an easy 5 star rating for me!

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October 19, 2021

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My armor was very well made and looks great.

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Phillip Yang
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September 21, 2021

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Yamamoto Kansuke Gashira Samurai Armor

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Strategic Valor – Armor of the General Who Sacrificed All

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Lead with intelligence. Fall with honor. Rise again in the armor of Yamamoto Kansuke.

Description

Strategic Valor – Armor of the General Who Sacrificed All

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Lead with intelligence. Fall with honor. Rise again in the armor of Yamamoto Kansuke.

Additional information

11 reviews for Yamamoto Kansuke Gashira Samurai Armor

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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 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)

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.

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 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)

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)