Kabuto
Kabuto is the Japanese word for the helmet worn by samurai during feudal Japan. As a central piece of body armor, the kabuto protected the head and often signified a warrior’s clan and status. Styles varied by region and era, reflecting evolving battlefield needs, craftsmanship, and aesthetic preferences.
A typical kabuto consists of the hachi, a domed bowl of metal plates; the shikoro, a laminated
Historically, kabuto were standard equipment for samurai from the Heian period onward and remained in use through
In modern times, the kabuto remains a symbol of Japanese warrior culture and is commonly seen in