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Defining images of Japan, Samurai armor

Thu, May 21, 2015, by Muza-chan

For almost a thousand years, the samurai dominated the society, and their legacy still remains in the Japanese culture. One of the images defining the Japanese history is the samurai battle armor, designed to protect the warriors, but also to instill fear in their enemies. And it still impresses with the appearance of strength and cruelty…

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Samurai armor, Fukuyama Castle, Fukuyama
Samurai armor, Fukuyama Castle, Fukuyama
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Nikon Df
Lens: 24-70mm F/2.8G
Focal Length: 48mm
Aperture: F/3.2
Shutter Speed: 1/60s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 2000
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