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A History of the Genpei War: Minamoto vs. Taira

May 12, 2025

Filed under: genpei, japanese history, katana, minamoto no yoritomo, samurai, samurai sword, taira no kiyomori

A History of the Genpei War: Minamoto vs. Taira

Discover the epic clash between the Minamoto and Taira clans in the Genpei War. This article explores the clans' rise, the war's key battles and figures like Minamoto no Yoritomo and Taira no Kiyomori, and its lasting impact, including the...

Katana of the Damned: Exploring the Muramasa Legend and its History

May 09, 2025

Filed under: bushido, japanese sword, katana, muramasa, myth, samurai, samurai sword, tokugawa, tokugawa ieyasu

Katana of the Damned: Exploring the Muramasa Legend and its History

Unravel the legend of the cursed Muramasa katana. Discover its history, the origins of its ominous reputation, and the truth behind the myth. Explore the rivalry with Masamune, learn to identify a Muramasa blade, and understand its place in Japanese...

Bushido and Seppuku (Harakiri): A Comprehensive Guide to the Samurai Code and Ritual Suicide

May 07, 2025

Filed under: bushido, harakiri, japanese sword, katana, samurai, samurai sword, seppuku

Bushido and Seppuku (Harakiri): A Comprehensive Guide to the Samurai Code and Ritual Suicide

Explore the samurai code of Bushido and the ritual suicide of Seppuku (Harakiri). Understand Bushido's core tenets—like righteousness, courage, and loyalty—and its evolution. Learn why samurai performed Seppuku, the different types, and the ritual itself. This guide clarifies the relationship...

Samurai Everyday Life: What Did They Do in Peacetime?

May 02, 2025

Filed under: japanese sword, katana, life, samurai, samurai sword

Samurai Everyday Life: What Did They Do in Peacetime?

Discover the reality of samurai life beyond war. This article explores their peacetime roles, from bureaucratic duties and rigorous martial arts training to cultural pursuits and complex social interactions. Learn how the Edo period's stability impacted their lives, the economic...

Legendary Japanese Swords: The Legacy of Hattori Hanzo

Apr 30, 2025

Filed under: hattori hanzo, japanese animation, japanese sword, katana, ninja, samurai, samurai sword

Legendary Japanese Swords: The Legacy of Hattori Hanzo

Discover the truth behind the legendary Hattori Hanzō. Explore his historical impact, his portrayal in popular culture, and the art of Japanese swordsmithing, including the iconic katana. Learn about ninja weaponry and how to appreciate these historical artifacts. This exploration...

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A History of the Genpei War: Minamoto vs. Taira

Katana of the Damned: Exploring the Muramasa Legend and its History

Bushido and Seppuku (Harakiri): A Comprehensive Guide to the Samurai Code and Ritual Suicide

Samurai Everyday Life: What Did They Do in Peacetime?

Legendary Japanese Swords: The Legacy of Hattori Hanzo

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