A gory set of manuals, one dating to the 17th century, advised Japanese warriors in the secret ways of seppuku.

Samurais epitomize honor, courage, and discipline. This wallpaper showcases a sleek samurai in full armor, ready for battle.

In the seven centuries samurai ruled Japan, women played an essential role in both creating and upholding the warrior state. Aside from a brief period in the 14th century, the emperor was little ...

The samurai warrior has come to symbolize Japan’s medieval period of social and political ... Introductory essays provide teachers with the background needed to understand the questions that ...