Specification:
 Material: Polyurethane resin casting
 Painting: Acrylic and spray paint
 The Menpō mask originates from the tradition of Japanese samurai armor and was primarily worn by warriors during feudal Japan. Although it originally served a protective function, covering the lower part of the face—the cheeks, chin, and nose—it also acquired symbolic and spiritual significance over time.
 Menpō often depicted menacing or distorted faces, intended to intimidate the opponent and conceal the warrior's emotions. The menacing expression, sharp facial lines, and sometimes the added horsehair mustache gave the mask an air of strength, determination, and tenacity. In samurai culture, this mask symbolized not only physical but also spiritual protection—it was a metaphorical "armor of the soul," an expression of the inner discipline and honorable ethos of bushidō.
 In the broader context of Japanese culture, the Menpō mask—like the ritual masks of Noh theater or Kagura—also took on spiritual significance. It was seen as a link between a warrior and his spiritual guide or ancestor, and as an amulet meant to protect against evil spirits and misfortune.
 Today, Menpō is recognized not only as a part of Japan's military history but also as a powerful symbol of protection, determination, and courage. Treated as a talisman, it inspires respect and fascination—both as a work of art and as a spiritual legacy.