Madara Uchiha Costume
Awaken the Sharingan with the legendary Uchiha leader's iconic red armor.
Madara Uchiha is one of the most powerful and feared villains in the Naruto universe, making him a legendary choice for anime cosplayers. His signature look features striking red Sengoku-period samurai armor worn over a dark blue robe, paired with wildly spiky black hair. Recreating this costume allows you to embody the ultimate warrior of the Uchiha clan.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $80–250
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What you need for a Madara Uchiha costume
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Dark blue high-collared robe
A long-sleeved, high-collared navy blue tunic or kimono robe with matching loose-fitting pants.
DIY: Use a long-sleeved dark blue tunic and sew a stiff, high collar onto the neckline.
Red samurai chest and back armor
Lacquered red chest and back plates connected by shoulder straps, resembling traditional Japanese armor.
DIY: Cut chest and back plates out of red EVA foam, heat-shape them to your torso, and paint them glossy red.
Red shoulder and hip guards
Matching red segmented armor plates that hang over the shoulders and hips.
DIY: Craft segmented plates from red foam, lace them together with black cord, and attach them to the main chest harness.
Long spiky black wig
A waist-length, heavily layered black wig styled into voluminous, messy spikes.
DIY: Take a long black wig, tease the roots heavily, and use strong-hold hair gel and hairspray to create thick, rigid spikes.
White leg bandages
White athletic tape or fabric strips wrapped securely around the calves.
DIY: Cut strips of white cotton fabric and wrap them around your shins, securing the ends with safety pins.
Black shinobi sandals
Open-toed black canvas boots with open heels, typical of Naruto ninja footwear.
DIY: Cut the toes and heels out of a pair of black canvas high-top sneakers.
Giant Gunbai war fan
A large, guitar-shaped white fan prop with black trim and tomoe circular patterns.
DIY: Cut the fan shape out of lightweight foam board, paint it white with black borders, and mount it on a wooden dowel.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark blue high-collared robe and matching pants as your base layer.
- 2
Style and put on the long black spiky wig, ensuring the bangs partially cover one side of your face.
- 3
Secure the red chest and back armor plates over your torso using the integrated shoulder and side straps.
- 4
Attach the matching red shoulder guards (sode) and hanging hip guards (kusazuri) to the armor harness.
- 5
Wrap the white athletic bandages tightly around your shins and calves, starting from the ankle up to just below the knee.
- 6
Slip on the black open-toed shinobi sandals over the bottom of the wraps.
- 7
Carry the giant Gunbai war fan prop in one hand to complete the legendary warrior pose.
Makeup & hair
Wear a long, waist-length black wig styled into voluminous, messy spikes with bangs framing the face and partially covering one eye. For makeup, use red or purple contact lenses to mimic the Sharingan or Rinnegan, and add dark eyeshadow under the eyes for a reanimated look.
Madara Uchiha for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Hashirama Senju for an epic, legendary rival duo.
- group
- Join forces with Obito Uchiha and Sasuke Uchiha for an Uchiha clan gathering.
- kids
- A simplified version with a printed fabric armor t-shirt and a smaller foam fan.
- Plus size
- Use adjustable side straps on the foam or plastic armor plates to ensure a comfortable fit over a loose-fitting navy robe.
- pet
- A red dog coat styled like samurai armor with a small Uchiha crest on the back.
Tips
- Use lightweight EVA foam to construct the armor plates if you are making them yourself to keep the costume comfortable for all-day wear.
- Style the wig upside down and use freeze spray to get maximum volume and spikes that hold their shape.
- Keep the Gunbai fan lightweight by using foam board and a wooden dowel for easy carrying at conventions.
Madara Uchiha costume FAQ
- What is Madara Uchiha's armor called?
- His outfit is inspired by traditional Japanese Sengoku-period samurai armor, featuring red lacquered plates laced together over a dark blue kimono robe.
- How do you style Madara's hair?
- Start with a long, layered black wig. Use a teasing brush at the roots, apply heavy-hold hairspray, and blow-dry on cool while holding the spikes in place.
- What weapon does Madara carry?
- He carries a giant Gunbai, a non-folding war fan made of wood and leather, decorated with tomoe symbols, used to redirect attacks.
Did you know? Madara's iconic Gunbai fan is actually carved from a sacred spirit tree and is passed down through generations of the Uchiha clan.