The samurai were the hereditary military nobility and warrior class of feudal Japan. Miyamoto Musashi was a Japanese ...

Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the rise of history's most formidable warriors.

Delve into the fascinating world of the samurai, the legendary warriors of ancient Japan whose discipline, honor, and ...

The Japanese sword, often epitomized by the katana, is more than just a weapon. It is a symbol of Japan’s rich cultural history, craftsmanship, and the ideals of the samurai who wielded it. Known for ...

The history of samurai in the area now known as Kumamoto, but for much of its existence as Higo Province, goes back around a ...

Two of the stars of Japanese history are samurai and ninja, and the Samurai and Ninja Museum in Tokyo gives guests the opportunity to learn about, and even experience, different aspects of the two ...

Narai-juku, Nagano, Japan historic post town along the Nakasendo historic route at dusk. It's just one of 7 tours available that highlight Japan's Shogun history. With the recent release of the ...

One of the most influential character archetypes in film history is adapting to contemporary social mores and finding new life on Japan’s screens big and small. By Gavin Blair By the time the samurai ...