This kawari kabuto, or “strange helmet,” in the shape of a catfish tail is a reproduction by Takatsu Sousyokubijyutu Co., Ltd. and has a height of 69cm. Catfish tail helmets…
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Modern budo is part of the every day life of many Japanese who practice traditional martial arts. “The Spirit of Budo Expo: The History of Japan’s Martial Arts“ exhibition (held in…
This armor is a full reproduction of haramaki – a type of Japanese chest armor – and has a height of 150 cm. It is distinctive of the Muromachi period. The…
Alongside Germany’s Goethe Institute and France’s Alliance Française, the Japan Foundation is probably one of the most popular international organizations that excels in promoting its country’s arts, culture, language and…
This o-yoroi – “great armour” – reproduction by Takaysu Sousyokubijyutu Co.Ltd. has a height 150 cm and contains a number of representative parts combined in a full armor. The body…
Some time ago, Thailand hosted the first-ever sumo wrestling competition which had seen the participation of nine Japanese professional sumo wrestlers. It was an event meant to promote cultural exchanges…
Thailand judo scene Technical. Physical. Fast. That’s how judo could be labeled in just three words. If you’ve ever found yourself in a dojo, or a training center, looking from…
The Sport Authority of Thailand (SAT) likes to brag that Thailand is “the best sport destination” in Asia. To be fair, they’re quite right. Thailand has hosted the Asian Games…
Almost a year ago, while covering for Bangkok Trader the premiere of Mindfulness and Murder, I became “Facebook friends” with Vithaya “Pu” Pansringarm, the actor who played the role of…
Christopher West is an American lover of Asian history who was born in the state of Maine in 1975. He is both the “steward” and webmaster of Samurai Archives, an…
