Wear Date Masamune’s Black Lacquer Five-Plate Armor

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Become the famous samurai Date Masamune in Matsushima!

Visitors can experience wearing Date Masamune’s “Black Lacquer Five-Plate” armor, which was created by craftsmen who produce armor used for television dramas and movies. Why don’t you experience how armor is worn and feel the actual weight?

You don’t need to prepare or bring any items, just make the reservation by the day before. To try on armor you should be 150cm (4 feet, 11 inches) or taller. (If less than 150cm and still interested, please consult with us)

Up to two people can be dressed simultaneously.
There are two types of armor: actual armor 20kg (44lbs) and replica 10kg (22lbs).
Optional professional photographer photo shooting (additional 2,000 yen).

Holding Term	All year round.
Duration	About 1 hour.
Number of people involved	1 ~ 2people
Fee	10000 JPY- (tax included)

Michinoku Date Masamune History Museum

The life of Sendai Domain’s feudal lord and founder, Date Masamune, is faithfully reproduced in 25 scenes using more than 200 life-size wax figures. At this museum anyone from children to adults can easily understand the history and life experiences of Date Masamune.

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Experience Index

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You can wear authentic armor. Taking photos and videos is allowed. How would you like to use this special photo for a wedding ceremony message, photo for New Year's cards, or for children's anniversaries, etc.?

Basic Information

Experience Name	Wear Date Masamune’s Black Lacquer Five-Plate Armor
Holding Place	Michinoku Date Masamune History Museum
Duration	About 1 hour.
Holding Term	All year round.
Start Time	Arrive at appointment time. Activity begins after reception process.

Implementation Condition

Minimum number of passengers	1people
Maximum number of passengers	2people
Reservation Application Deadline	By 17:00, 1 days in advance
Cancellation Policy	The experience may be canceled due to reasons such as natural disasters.
Important Notes for Participants	Participants should be 150cm or taller.

Fee

Fee	Wear Date Masamune’s Black Lacquer Five-Plate Armor: 10000 JPY (tax included)
Included in the fee	Armor wearing experience.
Items not included in the fee	Separate eyepatch (500 yen, tax included). Professional photographer (2,000 yen, tax included).
Payment Methods	Pay by cash, credit card, or electric money on the day.
Cancellation and Changes	キャンセル料は頂戴しておりません。

Meeting Place & Access

Meeting Place	13-13 Fugendo, Matsushima, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi-ken 981-0213
Meeting Time	Available during museum hours.
Access	--By Public Transportation-- ・10-minute walk from Matsushima-Kaigan Station (Senseki Line). ・15-minute walk from Matsushima Station (Tohoku Honsen Line). --By Car-- ・5-minute drive from the Sanriku Expressway, Matsushima-Kaigan IC. ・25-minute drive from Tohoku Expressway Taiwa. ・40-minute drive from Sendai.
Parking	There is. Free parking available.
Facility Information	Restroom, coin lockers.