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The Battle of Okehazama

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

On the outskirts of Nagoya City, 2,500 samurai trounced an army of 35,000 in what became known as the Battle of…

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Honda Tadakatsu

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Honda Tadakatsu (also known as Heihachiro) was born in Okazaki, Mikawa (Modern day Aichi Prefecture) and was one of the…

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Samurai and traditional formal Men’s Attire, Hakama

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Hakama are a part of traditional Japanese clothing worn primarily by samurai, men of position and rank, and during ceremonies….

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Samurai Ceremonial Wear, Kamishimo

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Kamishimo were a two piece formal ceremonial dress worn by Edo period samurai of rank at court and during ceremonies….

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Miyamoto Musashi

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Miyamoto Musashi is considered one of the greatest samurai of all. Said to have fought over 60 duels and participated…

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How To Visit The Site Of The Battle of Sekigahara

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

The best way to see the old battlefield is to start at the Sekigahara Town History and Folklore Museum, (350…

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Hosokawa Tadaoki

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Hosokawa Tadaoki was a veteran warrior and daimyo of the Warring States period. He fought his first battle under Oda…

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Shimazu Tadahisa

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Shimazu Tadahisa, the first of the Shimazu clan lords, was the son of the Shogun, Minamoto no Yoritomo, and was…

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The Battle of Shizugatake

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

The Battle of Shizugatake was fought on Mt. Shizugatake in Omi Province on the northeastern ridge between Lake Biwa and…

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Toyotomi Hideyoshi

ByJapan World March 11, 2024

Toyotomi Hideyoshi(1537 ~ 1598 ) Toyotomi Hideyoshi was not a physically strong man. He had risen rapidly in the ranks…

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