The Bansenshukai is a collection of ninja knowledge with the aim of saving this once-hidden set of skills for future generations. It was penned in 1676 by a ninja known as Fujibayashi, and is widely considered to be the 'bible' of ninjutsu - the art of the ninja.
In Samurai, celebrated author John Man provides a unique and captivating look at their true history, told through the life of one man : Saigo Takamori, known to many as "the last samurai." In 1877 Takamori led a rebel army of samurai in a heroic "last stand" against the Imperial…
"In Samurai, celebrated author John Man provides a unique and captivating look at their true history, told through the life of one man: Saigo Takamori, known to many as 'the last samurai.' In 1877, Takamori led a rebel army of samurai in a heroic 'last stand' against the Imperia…
The goals of the budo--the martial arts and ways of Japan--lie in refining the body and spirit. These goals are not always the obvious ones--and are learned only through the guidance and direction of great teachers. The techniques, methods, and rituals of the sensei can serve as…
Bushido or the code of the Samurai are seven precepts, which are jusitce, courage, benevolence, politeness, sincerity, honor and loyalty. These seven values create a system of beliefs that are unique to the Japanese culture.
Bushido or the code of the Samurai are seven precepts, which are jusitce, courage, benevolence, politeness, sincerity, honor and loyalty. These seven values create a system of beliefs that are unique to the Japanese culture.
"Available for the first time in English, this book is both an illustrated samurai arts manual and a groundbreaking historical account of the teachings of a Japanese samurai who formed a school known as Mubyoshi Ryu in the 1600s. Abundantly illustrated with more than 350 images …