The Fascinating World Of The Samurai As Seen Through Arms And Armour Places And

The samurai were a class of warriors in feudal Japan who were renowned for their skill with weapons and their adherence to a strict code of honour. This book explores the fascinating world of the samurai through the lens of their arms and armour, places and battles.

Samurai in 100 Objects: The Fascinating World of the Samurai as Seen Through Arms and Armour, Places and Images

by Stephen Turnbull

4.5 out of 5

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Arms and Armour

The samurai were masters of martial arts and their weapons were designed to be both effective and deadly. The most iconic samurai weapon is the katana, a long, curved sword that was used for cutting and thrusting. Other common weapons included the yumi, a longbow, and the naginata, a long-handled sword with a curved blade. Samurai also wore armour to protect themselves in battle. The most common type of armour was the do, a suit of metal plates that covered the body from head to toe. Samurai also wore helmets, face masks, and gloves.

Places

The samurai lived in a variety of different places, from castles to villages. Castles were the homes of the most powerful samurai and were often used as military bases. Villages were home to the majority of the samurai population and were often surrounded by walls and moats for protection. Samurai also travelled extensively, both for military campaigns and for personal reasons.

Battles

The samurai were involved in many battles throughout their history. Some of the most famous battles include the Battle of Sekigahara (1600),which led to the establishment of the Tokugawa shogunate, and the Battle of Genpei (1180-1185),which led to the rise of the Minamoto clan. Samurai also fought in many foreign wars, including the Korean War (1592-1598) and the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905).

Code of Honour

The samurai were known for their strict code of honour, which was called bushido. Bushido emphasised loyalty, courage, and self-sacrifice. Samurai were expected to be brave in battle and to always defend their honour. They were also expected to be respectful of their opponents and to never surrender.

The samurai were a fascinating and complex group of people who played a major role in Japanese history. Their arms and armour, places and battles, and code of honour all contributed to their unique identity. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the samurai world and is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture.

Samurai in 100 Objects: The Fascinating World of the Samurai as Seen Through Arms and Armour, Places and Images

by Stephen Turnbull

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	49795 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	342 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE