Scores of examples, in monochrome and full colour, illustrate this fascinating explanation of samurai heraldry by a respected expert on all aspects of samurai culture.
An illustrated account of one of the most important campaigns in the history of Japan and the origin of the kami kaze - a key part of Japanese national identity.
Featuring full-colour artwork and expert analysis, this book assesses the status and abilities of two groups of warriors who fought one another during the civil wars of Japan’s Age of Warring States.
The Ashigaru were the foot soldiers of old Japan. Although recruited first to swell an army's numbers and paid only by loot, the Samurai began to realize their worth. This title tells their story, drawing on Japanese sources and showing the disciplined ranks that they became.
Featuring specially commissioned artwork, this lively study assesses the array of weapons and equipment employed by the samurai, Japan’s legendary warriors.
A detailed, illustrated examination of the colourful Samurai that served as the personal guard of the great Japanese warlords.
This book tells the story of this remarkable military organisation, including details of weaponry, tactics, training and beliefs.
Using material never before translated into English, this is the untold story of the women of the samurai class in all its many manifestations.
A highly illustrated study of the Gempei War, the bitter dynastic struggle that saw the rise of the shogunate and the emerging dominance of the samurai class and ethos over medieval Japan.
A detailed study of the military exploits of Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
A highly illustrated account of the siege by the Tokugawa ruling dynasty against the samurai, defenders of the shogunate.