{"product_id":"traditional-two-piece-matching-set-of-japanese-firefighting-protective-gear","title":"Late Meji Period Traditional Japanese Fire Fighting Protective Gear","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have an incredible set of Japanese indigo-dyed firefighters protective gear, dating back to the Meji period (late 19th century - early 20th century). Crafted using sashiko-ori, a woven fabric that incorporates traditional sashiko stitching patterns directly into the weave, creating durability. Historically firefighters relied on this heavy, multi-layered quilted cotton as they would intentionally soak their garments in water providing an insulating layer. The hood (Kaji Zukin) features a structured deep cap with a draped neck guard that splits into long side panels to shield the shoulders. The breast plate (mune-ate) typically worn by higher ranking fire officials and samurai brigade members, features a long, rectangular bib-style apron, designed to protect the torso. Both elements are decorated with tsutsugaki resist dyeing techniques, in particular both elements have been adorned with frontal crests enclosing five-petal plum blossom which symbolises courage, endurance and strength.  This item is displayed on a handmade steel, museum styled stand however it can be removed from the stand and displayed as a wall hanging piece.          \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dimensions are as follows: 106cm by 45cm by 12cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree Shipping with orders over £35 for UK mainland \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease pay via Debit\/Credit card\/Bank Transfer not paypal - as we ship via private transporter and cannot provide a tracking number (they will have your contact details) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for looking and please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out our Facebook and Instagram (Apeman Interiors) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apeman Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56271063417211,"sku":"ITEM-3030","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/3215\/5254\/files\/antique-japanese-asian-meji-period-fire-fighting-gear-textiles-scupture-apeman-interiors_10.jpg?v=1782237192","url":"https:\/\/apemaninteriors.co.uk\/products\/traditional-two-piece-matching-set-of-japanese-firefighting-protective-gear","provider":"Apeman Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}