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Words of the Samurai – Episode 19
Hōjō Ujiyasu condemned his son for pouring soup over his rice twice—what seemed a small act turned out to be a sign...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 18
A reflection on the words of Date Masamune, a Sengoku-era warlord whose philosophy of immediate action stood out in a...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 17
In 1598, Toyotomi Hideyoshi entrusted his son’s fate to his generals. His final words revealed not command, but...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 16
In Sengoku Japan, retreat and persuasion were valid tactics. Hidemasa’s victory shows that calm strategy could be...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 15
Sakamoto Ryōma is often hailed as a hero, yet his real contribution to the Meiji Restoration was more that of a...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 14
In the final years of the Edo period, Sakamoto Ryōma emerged as a visionary who sought to reform Japan. His striking...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 13
Uesugi Kagekatsu, the heir of Uesugi Kenshin, expressed a powerful view on warfare: facing a strong opponent is not a...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 12
Uesugi Kenshin, the famed “Tiger of Echigo,” was a rare example of integrity in an age of constant warfare. In this...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 11
A striking story of how Yamamoto Kansuke won Takeda Shingen’s trust—not with details, but by viewing all of Japan as...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 10
During the desperate siege of Chōkōji Castle in 1570, Shibata Katsuie made a bold decision that would cement his...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 9
In this episode, we explore the jisei – a final poem before death – attributed to Ishikawa Goemon, a legendary bandit...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 8
Mōri Motonari’s tale of the three arrows reminds us that true strength lies in unity. A father’s lesson from the age...Read More
Words of the Samurai - Episode 7
What does a game of shōgi teach us about leadership? Hosokawa Tadaoki used it to reveal the heart of a dynasty’s...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Episode 6
A hundred years turned warriors into philosophers. Musashi fought to win, Tsunetomo taught how to die. Between sword...Read More
The Wakizashi of Yagyū Renyasai: How the “Demon’s Cleaver” Was Born
An overview of a famed Japanese wakizashi made for Yagyū Renyasai. The “Demon’s Cleaver” stands as a symbol of skill,...Read More
The Words of the Samurai – Episode 5
Episode five explores the dramatic fall of Oda Nobunaga and the controversial role of Mori Ranmaru in Akechi...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Fourth Episode
Fukushima Masanori was a warrior built for chaos, but he knew when his time had passed. In the quiet after the storm,...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Third Episode
Strategic genius never looked colder than in the eyes of Kuroda Kanbei...Read More
Words of the Samurai – Second Episode
Today, we turn to western Japan to meet a fascinating and fearsome figure: Mōri Motonari. A powerful warlord of the...Read More
Kogitsunemaru: The Legendary Tachi Forged with a Fox Spirit
Among Japan’s legendary swords, Kogitsunemaru stands out for its mystical origin. Said to be forged with the aid of a...Read More
Tokugawa Ieyasu: “I never forgot.”
Begin a journey through the words of legendary samurai. One quote, one story, one lesson each week. Episode one:...Read More
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Elegant, ephemeral, and filled with symbolic meaning — the butterfly (kōchō, 蝴蝶) holds a special place in the...Read More
WHAT DOES CARRYING A KATANA IMPLY?
Carrying a katana is more than just carrying a simple sword, as this weapon has surpassed the mere fact of being a...Read More
Benefits of karate for children
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 19
Hōjō Ujiyasu condemned his son for pouring soup over his rice twice—what seemed a small act turned out to be a sign...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 18
A reflection on the words of Date Masamune, a Sengoku-era warlord whose philosophy of immediate action stood out in a...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 17
In 1598, Toyotomi Hideyoshi entrusted his son’s fate to his generals. His final words revealed not command, but...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 16
In Sengoku Japan, retreat and persuasion were valid tactics. Hidemasa’s victory shows that calm strategy could be...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 15
Sakamoto Ryōma is often hailed as a hero, yet his real contribution to the Meiji Restoration was more that of a...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 14
In the final years of the Edo period, Sakamoto Ryōma emerged as a visionary who sought to reform Japan. His striking...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 13
Uesugi Kagekatsu, the heir of Uesugi Kenshin, expressed a powerful view on warfare: facing a strong opponent is not a...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 12
Uesugi Kenshin, the famed “Tiger of Echigo,” was a rare example of integrity in an age of constant warfare. In this...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 11
A striking story of how Yamamoto Kansuke won Takeda Shingen’s trust—not with details, but by viewing all of Japan as...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 10
During the desperate siege of Chōkōji Castle in 1570, Shibata Katsuie made a bold decision that would cement his...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 9
In this episode, we explore the jisei – a final poem before death – attributed to Ishikawa Goemon, a legendary bandit...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 8
Mōri Motonari’s tale of the three arrows reminds us that true strength lies in unity. A father’s lesson from the age...Read More
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Words of the Samurai - Episode 7
What does a game of shōgi teach us about leadership? Hosokawa Tadaoki used it to reveal the heart of a dynasty’s...Read More
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Words of the Samurai – Episode 6
A hundred years turned warriors into philosophers. Musashi fought to win, Tsunetomo taught how to die. Between sword...Read More
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The Wakizashi of Yagyū Renyasai: How the “Demon’s Cleaver” Was Born
An overview of a famed Japanese wakizashi made for Yagyū Renyasai. The “Demon’s Cleaver” stands as a symbol of skill,...Read More
