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| '''Kiahan''' (''kyahan'') are ]s worn the ] class and their retainers in feudal Japan. | '''Kiahan''' (''kyahan'') are ]s worn by the ] class and their retainers in feudal Japan. | ||
| ==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| Kaihan were worn as padding underneath the samurai shin armour (]). Kiahan were worn by ordinary travelers, too. Kiahan are often made of linen, but other materials such as cotton can be employed. Kiahan components depend on the season. When tying kiahan, the inner cords are shorter than the outer ones; it is also advisable that the cords are tied on the inner side of the legs instead of on the front or outer area. This helps prevent discomfort when the stiff ] shin-guards are placed over the kiahan. | Kaihan were worn as padding underneath the samurai shin armour (]). Kiahan were worn by ordinary travelers, too. Kiahan are often made of linen, but other materials such as cotton can be employed. Kiahan components depend on the season. When tying kiahan, the inner cords are shorter than the outer ones; it is also advisable that the cords are tied on the inner side of the legs instead of on the front or outer area. This helps prevent discomfort when the stiff ] shin-guards are placed over the kiahan. | ||
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Kiahan (kyahan) are gaiters worn by the samurai class and their retainers in feudal Japan.
Description
Kaihan were worn as padding underneath the samurai shin armour (suneate). Kiahan were worn by ordinary travelers, too. Kiahan are often made of linen, but other materials such as cotton can be employed. Kiahan components depend on the season. When tying kiahan, the inner cords are shorter than the outer ones; it is also advisable that the cords are tied on the inner side of the legs instead of on the front or outer area. This helps prevent discomfort when the stiff suneate shin-guards are placed over the kiahan.
See also
External links
Reference
- The Samurai Sourcebook
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