Haniwa Armored Man, Archaeological clay statue at Tokyo National Museum, Japan
The Haniwa Armored Man stands 130.5 centimeters tall and displays intricate details of a warrior wearing traditional Keiko armor made from terracotta clay.
Created during the Kofun period in the 6th century, this statue belonged to elaborate burial practices where clay figures decorated the surfaces of large tombs.
The statue reflects the military traditions and social structures of ancient Japan through its detailed representation of armor, weapons, and warrior status.
Visitors can examine this National Treasure in the permanent collection of Tokyo National Museum, located in the Taito district of Tokyo.
The sculpture maintains traces of original red paint, indicating its origin from the Kanto region of Japan during the time of its creation.
Location: Taitō-ku
Inception: 6 century
Height: 130.5 cm
Made from material: terracotta
Address: 東京都台東区上野公園13-9
GPS coordinates: 35.71994,139.77560
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:45
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