{"product_id":"antique-edo-period-japanese-koshia-te-armor-hip-guard-silk-brocade-belt-plum-crest-ume-mon-0331g17","title":"Antique Edo Period Japanese Koshia-te | Armor Hip Guard \u0026 Silk Brocade Belt | Plum Crest (Ume-mon) 0331G17","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthentic Japanese Koshia-te (Waist\/Hip Guard) from the late Edo Period (19th Century).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis rare protective set was traditionally worn by urban authorities or high-ranking fire brigades (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eHikeshi\u003c\/i\u003e) as a functional status symbol and lower back protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Guard (Koshia-te):\u003c\/b\u003e Features a striking, large \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eUme-mon (Plum Blossom Crest)\u003c\/b\u003e centered on a reinforced black panel. The surface is adorned with gold-colored pyramidal rivets (\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"176\"\u003eByō\u003c\/b\u003e) for structural reinforcement and visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/b\u003e The upper section is decorated with the classic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eSayagata\u003c\/b\u003e (fret) pattern, a traditional motif representing strength and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Belt:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a matching, high-quality \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eGreen Silk Kinran Brocade\u003c\/b\u003e strap featuring floral patterns and decorative brass chrysanthemum-shaped bosses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/b\u003e These pieces were essential equipment for Edo-era officials, providing lightweight protection and a base for carrying weapons such as a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"156\"\u003eJitte\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japantik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51259196342567,"sku":null,"price":70000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/6618\/0903\/files\/17DSC08897.jpg?v=1775617611","url":"https:\/\/japantik.com\/products\/antique-edo-period-japanese-koshia-te-armor-hip-guard-silk-brocade-belt-plum-crest-ume-mon-0331g17","provider":"Japantik","version":"1.0","type":"link"}