How did the samurai live and bring up a family?
You might think bringing up a family is fun today, but how about living in a samurai family? Life was proudly about serving the greater good of the community.
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Places to See Samurai History When Visiting Modern Day Japan
If you are visiting Japan, here is a breakdown of some of the must-see places to make memories.
How Were Samurais Chosen Traditionally?
Samurai names were passed down through generations with some unique implementations and representations. Here is how samurai names were chosen.
Is The Last Samurai based on history?
If you have seen the film The Last Samurai, you might wonder how much creative flair went into the storyline vs. what was factually correct. I’ll reveal the details here.
The History of Samurai Warfare
This post is all about the brutal warfare that took place, known as Samurai Warfare, as it was so specific to the ways and traditions of the samurai. Where did the term originate, and how did samurai come about? Questions answered.
Religious influences
What exactly were the religious influences on Japan during the various societal changes?
Samurai that Changed Japan’s Society
This article will give you an overview of the samurai history of Japan, from their founding in the 8th century to the rise of samurai warriors in the 20th century. You’ll learn about legendary figures like Oda Nobunaga, Minamoto Yorimoto, and Sanada Yukimura. Oda Nobunaga The lineage of Oda Nobunaga […]
The First Samurai of Japan
This biography of Taira no Masakado also known as the first samurai covers the earliest years of the Heian era and his role as governor of Shimosa. During this period, the kokushi (officials) in the Kanto region began to squeeze farmers by increasing taxes and forcing them to fight on […]
The role that Samurai women played in Japanese society
Normally Samurai women were present only in the home. That was until the civil war of 1868, where they found themselves in battle together, resurrecting this sacred combination not seen since the early 17th century. To first understand the significant role that women have played in the home, we have […]
The History of Bushido In Japan
Bushido is an ancient code of the samurai warriors in Japan. It was developed in the Edo period when feudal society was at the peak of its power. Bushido is a warrior’s code, which includes honor, dignity, and loyalty to one’s master. It also encouraged samurai to maintain their dignity […]