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Tatami Karuta Do
(Folding Chest Armor)

Name: Tatami Karuta Do (Folding Chest Armor)
Brand: Tatami Armor (Folding Armor)
SKU: DO-TTK1
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating

(1 customer review)

Original price was: $529.99.Current price is: $449.95. $449.95

Tatami Karuta Do

*Main Armor Color

Select the color & finish your armor will be painted. (Click through the product images to see details of different Paint Options.)

*Material Option

Select the material to be used(Click through the product images to see details of different Material Options.)

*Mon Options

Add a MON (symbol) to the top central plate of your chest.

*Padding Options

Choose to craft your armor WITH or WITHOUT padding.

*Shoulder Lace Color

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

*Shoulder Thread Color

Select the Color Thread used around the lace knots. If left blank it will match the Main Lace Color.

Thread Color

Shoulder Trim Option

Select the color / style of Trim / Edge used around your Tate-Eri (shoulder padding). If left blank, it will match your Main Fabric option
Trim Option

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*Temper Armor Plates

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.

*Armor Thickness

Select between Standard Armor Plate thickness and Thicker Armor Plating.

*Chest Circumference

This option changes the girth size of the chest. While inhaling deeply, measure the distance AROUND the widest part of your chest. (Click through the images to see the different options.)

*Waist Options

This option adjusts the girth size of your waist. While inhaling deeply, have an assistant wrap the tape measure around your waist at level with your navel. In the back, you want the tape measure to wrap around completely level. The tape measure should be snug, but not tight.(Click through the images to see the different options.)

*Neck to Front Bend

This option effects the distance between the very top of the dō to the very bottom of your dō plate. The dō should rest where you waist and hips meet. This length adjustment will help stop your dō from pressing into your chin when sitting. Measure from where your throat meets your chest, straight down to your navel. Do not measure the contour of your chest and belly, this should be measured with a measuring stick.(Click through the images to see the different options.)

*Armpit to Waist

This option effects the distance between the armpit and waist of your dō, so the armor doesn’t push into your armpit while training or sitting. Starting 8 cm below your armpit, measure straight down to your navel line. Do not measure the contour of your chest and belly, this should be measured with a measuring stick.(Click through the images to see the different options.)

Headgear Options

Choose to upgrade your hachigane (armored headband) to a zukin (armored hood).

*Headgear Color

Select the color & finish your headgear will be painted. (Click through the product images to see details of different Paint Options.)

*Headgear Material

Select the material to be used(Click through the product images to see details of different Material Options.)

*Mon Options

Choose to a BRASS MON (crest) to the central plate of your hachigane (armored headband).

Belt Options

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.

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SKU: DO-TTK1 Categories: Do (Chest Armor), Tatami Armor (Folding Armor) Tags: Cosplay, Cuirass, Do, Folding Armor, LARP, Soft Armor, Tatami

Description

Tatami Karuta Do is a light-weight, folding armor cuirass (chest armor) worn by Ashigaru, Shinobi and mid-level / officer Samurai during the late Sengoku Era (Waring State) well into the late Edo Era (Peaceful Era). The term “tatami” refers to the folding ability, and “karuta” to small square or rectangle plates of steel sewn onto a cloth backing. The Do (chest armor), as well as the kusazuri (thigh guards), have small spaces between the karuta, to allow for maximum flexibility while adding extra protection. This Gashira class model tatami karuta do features a Tate-Eri (padded shoulder / neck protection with kikko plating) and kohaze (toggles) on the watagami (shoulder straps).

The Tatami Karuta Do is an economical cuirass which offers good protection without sacrificing mobility, or space in your duffel bag. Making it the ideal armor for collectors, martial artists, re-enactors, LARP or even cosplay. Padding can be added for extra protection. Although we offer full customization for color and sizing, tatami armor is easily adjusted to fit people of all sizes, and to be worn over or under clothing. Tatami armor may have also been popular amongst shinobi (ninja) because it could be worn discreetly under their clothing, allowing them an excellent level of discreet protection when engaging in their stealthy endeavors.

Features: Gashira Quality

Traditional design
Custom order options available
Optional under padding and material upgrades, can be requested for an extra fee.

Your custom Tatami Karuta Do will be handcrafted by the skilled katchû-shi (armorers) at Iron Mountain Armory. Please allow at least 2 to 3 weeks for custom handcrafting of this foldable samurai do (cuirass).

Accessories:

Hikitate Eboshi – Add a traditional cloth hat to your order, traditionally worn by Samurai
Sarashi Belt – A traditional long cotton belt, used by Samurai to to secure their katana
Waraji Sandals – Bamboo straw sandals commonly used by samurai
Waraji-Gake – Traditional type of Japanese sock that can be worn together with the Waraji sandals
Tabi Socks – Two toe section sock for use with sandals
Yugake – Traditional samurai gloves

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.

References: Arms and Armor of the Samurai: The History of Weaponry in Ancient Japan / The Samurai: Warriors of Medieval Japan, 940-1600 / Samurai: The Code of the Warrior /

Additional information

Weight	2.77 kg
Dimensions	40 × 40 × 12 cm

Reviews (1)

1 review for Tatami Karuta Do
(Folding Chest Armor)

1-1 of 1 review

cloveri
Store manager

September 1, 2020

Rated 5 out of 5
My son was very pleased with his Tatami Do. He put it on and modeled it for me. It fit perfectly. It looked well-made. I can tell that you take pride in your work. He was pleasantly surprised that you included the shoulder piece in addition to the chest piece. He had previously bought the arm pieces from you.

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Shipping & Delivery

SHIPPING & DELIVERY
Unless otherwise noted in the product description, LSE contracts Iron Mountain Armory China to hand make and ship all products. Iron Mountain Armory will drop ship directly to recipient worldwide. Shipping rates and times depend on selected courier / service, individual products, weight / size of item(s) and other details. Delivery times are not guaranteed. Orders are packed and shipped with care. Because we ship worldwide and regulations differ between countries, sometimes extra time is needed when preparing and shipping your package. We make every effort to ship each order in a timely manner.