Yamamoto Kansuke Kachi Samurai Armor

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SKU: K34

Original price was: $1,299.99.Current price is: $1,124.85.

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

    Main Armor Color


    Main Armor Color

    Change the color & texture of your armor.

    Click through the product images to see different Paint Options.

    Main Lace Color


    Main Lace Color

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

    Odoshi (lace) Color options for Gashira Class by Iron Mountain Armory

    Mimi-Ito Lace



    Mimi-Ito Lace

    Select the Vertical and Horizontal ACCENT lacing for your armor set. 

    (If left blank MAIN LACE COLOR will be used)

    Kabuto Style

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

    Kabuto Crest


    Kabuto Crest

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

    Crest (Maedate) Example by Iron Mountain Armory

    Add Fittings

    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.

    Rivet Option


    Rivet Option

    Select to have your Yoroi crafted WITH or WITHOUT Rivets. Image for reference only.

    Rivets Options for Samurai Do by Iron Mountain Armory

    Fabric Option



    Fabric Options


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

    Art Silk Brocade Options for Samurai Armor, Yoroi and Clothing

    Leather Option

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

    Suneate Style

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

    Temper Armor Plates


    Heat Tempering / Upgrade

    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.

    Display Option


    Yoroi Bitsu

    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

    Yoroi Bitsu Mon


    Yoroi Bitsu Mon

    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.)

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


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

    Fukigaeshi Mon


    Fukigaeshi Mon

    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.)

    Horn 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

    Ring Option

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

    Visor Option


    Kabuto Visor

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

    Kabuto Visor Options - Miage Shiwa - Mayu

    Menpo Style


    K Arm Menpo Style

    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

    Mustache Style


    Menpo Mustache

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

    menpo mustache options

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

    Dō Mon


    Dō Mon

    Select the Mon (symbol) to be painted on the front of your Dō (chest plate). (Option Not Available with Suna finish)

    (Option Not Available with Suna finish)

    Option Not Available With Suna Finish

    Dō Chest Ring


    Chest Rings

    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 option from the perspective of wearing the armor)

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

    Dō Holding Rings



    Gashira Dō Holding Rings

    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)

    (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

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

    Kusazuri Option


    Kusazuri Options

    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

    Tekko no Suemon

    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

    *Mon Option

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

    The Sizing Options for your custom samurai armor set.

    Chest Circumference


    Chest Sizing

    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.

    Waist Circumference


    Waist Size

    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.



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

    Height Options


    Height Adjustment

    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.

    Weight Options

    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.

    Add Sarashi Belt

    Add traditional sarashi (long cloth sash) to your order, needed if you want to wear your armor.Sarashi

    Add Waraji Sandals

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

    Add Tabi Socks

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


    Custom Paint / Lace 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.

    Shikoro Bottom Plate


    Shikoro Bottom Plate Color

    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.)

    Bottom Plate Shikoro of Zunari Kabuto by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Bottom Plate


    Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita) Color & Finish

    Select the color & finish your Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita) will be painted. (This option should only be chosen if you would like the throat plates to be a different color than those of the mask.)

    Menpo Details, Terms and Options

    Sode Bottom Plate


    Sode Bottom Plates (Suso no ita) Color

    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)

    Sode Terms and Options

    Kusazuri Bottom Plate


    Kusazuri Bottom Plate Color

    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

    Bottom Lace Color


    Bottom Horizontal Lace Color

    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)

    Bottom Horizontal Lace Color Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Side Lace Color


    Sode Side Lace Color

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

    Sode Vertical / Side Lace Options Custom Samurai Armor

Description

Charge with Strategy & Honor
The Armor of Takeda’s Mastermind

This Kachi Class suit of samurai armor is crafted in tribute to Yamamoto Kansuke (山本 勘助, 1501–1561), the brilliant strategist of the Takeda Clan and one of the famed “Twenty-Four Generals of Takeda Shingen.” Known for his loyalty and fearless tactics, Kansuke’s most famous achievement was orchestrating the victorious plan during the Fourth Battle of Kawanakajima—an intense confrontation against the legendary Uesugi Kenshin.

Though the plan proved successful, Kansuke never saw his triumph. Believing he had failed his lord, he charged alone into the fray, dying a glorious warrior’s death that secured Takeda’s victory and cemented his name in the annals of samurai history. His fearless spirit and strategic genius are captured in every detail of this armor.

This set includes a hachi zunari kabuto (helmet) & Okegawa Dō (chest armor), adorned with real water buffalo horns to reflect Kansuke’s battlefield might. The armor is fully functional, fully wearable, and fully customizable to reflect your inner warrior’s spirit. Choose your preferred paint, nylon odoshi (lace), helmet style, mask, and more. This popular set is also available in Gashira & Taisho Class for elevated detail.

Whether displayed in your home, dojo, or worn into reenactment, this armor reminds us that victory comes not only through strength—but through honor, loyalty & sacrifice.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Kachi Class: Affordable, full-sized & battle-ready
  • Features hachi zunari kabuto with real water buffalo horns
  • Okegawa Dō, sode, & kusazuri for complete historical styling
  • Highly customizable: choose colors, materials & fittings
  • Also available in Gashira & Taisho Class

Shipping Information:

Your armor will be handcrafted to order by our apprentice Katchû-shi. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks for processing & crafting.

Seize Your Own Samurai Armor Set & Write Your Legacy

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 18 kg
Dimensions 48 × 48 × 56 cm

8 reviews for Yamamoto Kansuke Kachi Samurai Armor

5.0 Rating
1-5 of 8 reviews
  1. I ordered the Kachi (low end) model. I really wasn’t expecting too much but I was pleasantly surprised about the finished quality. I am kind of wishing I upgraded to the next model up to get the little extras now, but I really can’t complain. For the price I paid I am very happy with the armor and the service I received.

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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. I am in love with my suit. The horns are real and the entire suit simply looks amazing. I am so very happy with my purchase and experience with the customer service.

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