Samurai

Warriors of japan

SAMURAI presents the history and culture of Japan’s legendary warrior class through original artefacts from the collection of the Samurai Museum Berlin. Built over more than forty years by collector Peter Janssen, the collection is considered one of the largest and most highly regarded of its kind.

Around 60 carefully selected objects, including armour, helmets and swords, reveal the skill of Japanese craftsmen and the traditions, myths and stories associated with the samurai. The exhibition takes visitors beyond familiar images from film and literature and offers an authentic encounter with this influential culture.