LEGACY OF THE SAMURAI _The characteristics, philosophy,_ _and history of the samurai._ For seven centuries, the samurai ruled Japan as the powerful warrior class. As a class of warriors and knights, they led society in feudal Japan. The loyalty to his lord was much more important than his allegiance to his friends, family and even the emperor. Their philosophy was one liberated him from fear, and for these reasons, the samurai came to be the dominate force throughout medieval Japan. War played
Throughout the various themes presented in The Analects, there are some particular teachings implicit within Japans feudalistic samurai society. The general discussion of virtues and morals promoted within The Analects leads the student to strive to achieve “gentleman” status or if possible “sage” status. While the broad application of these lessons did occur in Japan, there are inherent
Keith Makishima Oakmont High School International Baccalaureate Extended Essay: Theatre How did the modernization of Japan in the Meiji era affect the popularity of Noh Theatre? Abstract In 1868 Japan began to undergo a period of modernization called the Meiji Restoration, spurred forward by the influx of the Western culture forced upon the country. As much as it was necessary for Japan to undergo major technological advancements in order to compete with the rest of the world, much of Japan’s
Tokugawa Period by Luka Crane The Tokugawa Period, also known as the Edo Period, ranging from 1603-1867 was the final period of traditional Japan. It was said to promote internal peace, political stability and economic growth and was under the Shogunate (military dictatorship) created by Tokugawa Ieyasu. During this period of Japanese history, there were three main contributors to its successes and failures. Tokugawa Ieyasu shaped the period by creating supremacy over the whole nation, the agricultural
Comparing Oku no Hosomichi and Tosa Nikki within reason is very difficult because of the many factors that must be taken into account. The authors were from different time periods, the writing style is different, the subject is different, and many other things all contribute to its difficulty. While there are many differences there are perhaps an equal number of similarities between the two works, which offers a converse view of the relationship between them. In regards to the authors of Oku
So a Samurai, Knight and Spartan walk into a bar… Warriors of the Japan, masters in the way of the sword and honor bound to follow their lords command to the end. These are some ideas that come to mind when thinking of the samurai. A grand military figure in the first millennium of Japan’s history, a very interesting story is told when you search for their origin. With a court that began to care more about looks than their country to a society that both feared and needed them, the story of the samurai
native with a beauty one could not resist found herself sleeping in the wrong bed with a man she loved; Oshichi, a brave woman who would do anything to find her one true samurai love; and lastly Oman, a woman who found it challenging to earn the affection from her lover after being surrounded by several handsome boys. Merchant and Samurai Class The novel is based
Yojimbo was directed by Akira Kurosawa in 1961. It is the story of a nineteenth century Japanese village that is controlled by two opposing merchants and their clans. The visit of a wandering samurai, who seeks work as a hired killer, interrupts their arguing over a gambling concession. The samurai, Sanjuro, is able to exploit both gangs using his skill with a sword. The story is an Eastern take on the Hollywood western with a dash of satire, with “The bodyguard who kills the bodies he is
Yamamoto, Tsunetomo Bushido: The Way of the Samurai Garden City Park, NY 2002 After reading this book it is my belief that it is important for Westerners to understand the seemingly strange concepts of Bushido, not only as a guide to events of the past, but as a primer for understanding the Japanese business mentality of today. The first thought that comes to mind when Japanese work ethic is hard working, no breaks, complete commitment to ones job. There may be a reason why Japan was able to rebuild
The Samurai: Warrior and Ruler of Ancient Japan Few countries have a warrior tradition as long and exciting as Japan. It is a tradition found in the Samurai, the loyal and self-sacrificing knight of ancient Japan. The Samurai is a valiant warrior who can both appreciate the beauty of nature in that of a rose blossom but will also kill or die for his master in an instant. This well-rounded warrior was the ruling class of Japan for almost seven hundred years. He fought for control of his country and