Samurai Culture

Table of Content What is KamonOrigin of KamonWho can use KamonWhere to use KamonCommon Types of KamonThe Top 10 kamon What is Kamon If you like Japanese culture, you’ve probably noticed that there are many “logos” on Japanese items — whether on their flags, katanas, or samurai armors — you often find these fascinating-looking symbols. These “logos” are called Mon. They’re not just beautiful;...

Samurai, the iconic warriors of feudal Japan, are renowned for their loyalty and discipline. The word "samurai" literally means "to serve" in Japanese. In this article, we will introduce the top 10 samurai. While they may not necessarily have been the best fighters on the battlefield, each of them holds a special place in history and has had a significant influence on both Japan...

Table of Content What is Ronin History of Ronin The life of Ronin What is Ronin? A Ronin is a masterless Samurai, in Japanese the word "samurai" (侍) means "to serve," a ronin finds themselves without a lord to serve. They remain a bushi (武士, warrior), but their social standing and purpose are drastically altered. Beyond the privilege of carrying a sword and a...

Table of Content What is Jinbaori Material of Jinbaori History of Jinbaori Jinbaori Design & Pattern What is Jinbaori The Jinbaori is a type of short haori worn over samurai armor, similar to a surcoat or sleeveless vest. In Japanese, the name "Jinbaori" (陣羽織) is made up of two words: 陣 (jin), which generally refers to battle formations or military encampments, and 羽織 (haori),...

Shields are used for protection all over the world. But when we look at Japanese wars, we don’t see shields as often as in the West. Is this true? Did the Japanese samurai even use shields? In this article, we’ll look at the history and details of Japanese shields. History of Japanese Shields Shields in Japanese are called 楯 (Tate). They have been used...