The 5 Main Japanese Sword Traditions
The Japanese tradition of sword making is probably the most intricate, and renowned throughout the world. Read all about the 5 techniques used throughout history.
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Tameshigiri: The Art of Testing Japanese Swords
Cutting techniques were an essential part of Japan’s Katana owning Samurai. It was a measurement of the tool that was part of your very survival.
Samurai Related Periods in Japanese History
Ongoing updated comprehensive research about the different periods of Japanese history, and how they influenced Samurai development and behavior.
3 Popular Traditional Samurai Books to Learn Their History
Learn about some of the culture that remains hidden to western view, by reading these 3 wonderful Samurai book titles.
Exploring the Life of Kato Kiyomasa in the Sengoku Period
Kato Kiyomasa, a feared samurai and daimyo of the Sengoku period, is renowned for his martial prowess and leadership in the Japanese invasions of Korea. His legacy, marked by fierce loyalty and military strategy, endures in history.
Everything to Know About the Japanese Samurai Sword
This is an article all about the Japanese Sword history through the ages, that takes you to the pre-cutting edge blacksmith technology to the recent styles.
The Largest Samurai Parade in Japan Each Year
Experience the grandeur of Japan’s samurai tradition at the Shingen-ko Festival in Kofu, or the vibrant Samurai Day Parade across various cities. Witness historical reenactments, samurai armory displays, and immerse in rich cultural ceremonies unique to the Land of the Rising Sun.
Samurai Stronghold: The Taira’s Formidable Defense at the First Siege of Gassan-Toda
In the aftermath of the Genpei War during the early Kamakura period, the defeated Taira remnants fortified the Gassan-Toda, showcasing their resilient defense against a persistent Minamoto siege. This episode reveals the era’s intricate samurai tactics.
Sunset of the Taira: The Battle of Dan-no-Ura and the Rise of Minamoto Dominance
The Battle of Dan-no-Ura, a pivotal conflict in 1185, ended the Genpei War, marking the fall of the Taira and the rise of the Minamoto clan. This decisive battle set the stage for the Kamakura Shogunate, reshaping Japan’s history and culture, its echoes reverberating through legends, operas, and animated series.
Yashima Showdown: Naval Tactics and the Turning Tides of the Genpei War
In this article the critical role of maritime strategy in the historic Genpei War is explored, spotlighting Minamoto no Yoshitsune’s ingenious tactics that led to the Taira clan’s downfall.