An American military advisor embraces the Samurai culture he was hired to destroy after he is captured in battle.

This title details the culture, weapons, armour and training of the elite samurai warrior class in the fascinating Age of Battles period (1550-1600). This was a period of vital importance not only because of the political effects of the chaos but also due to the changes in warfare that occurred. In 1542 the Portuguese introduced the matchlock musket into Japanese warfare, and this book traces the effect that this important innovation had on the samurai.

Ever since the Empress Jingo-kogo led an invasion of Korea while pregnant with the future Emperor Ojin, tales of female Japanese warriors have emerged from Japan's rich history.

Investigators have unearthed a gruesome mass grave along the beaches of Kamakura, Japan. The grave is filled with thousands of skeletons that date back to 1333 a time when the people there incurred the wrath of the emperor and fought in a series of bloody battles. With new forensic examination, Warrior Graveyard examines the remains of six people killed at the beaches of Kamakura to gain insight into the secrets of the samurai.

An American military advisor embraces the Samurai culture he was hired to destroy after he is captured in battle.

An American military advisor embraces the Samurai culture he was hired to destroy after he is captured in battle.

A new series of films "Samurai Spirit" presents an overview of traditional judo. Nicholas Pettas trying to find the true spirit of the samurai in this martial art, familiar to most people as an Olympic sport. However, the film opens the eyes to many things. There is no difference in weight and height, there are only 3 principles - Kuzushi (off-balance), Tsukuri (correct position for the throw) and Kake (execution throws) for one single purpose - to get Ippon.

The Last Samurai (2003) - Soundtrack

A series of series "Samurai Spirit" is a journey into the world of Martial Arts. Chief skeptic Nicholas Pettas (3 Dan Kyokushinkai Karate) decided to visit some of Aikido dojo to hand experience with the effectiveness of this martial art performed by senior masters:

Middle of the XVI century. Feudal Japan, which once was under the authority of the emperor, is fragmented and divided among many warring clans. In the role of Daimyo - the leader of one of them - the player to fight, solve diverse business issues and to subtle diplomatic game to achieve the main goal: to end the internecine feuds and unite the country under his command and became the ruler of Japan.

An American military advisor embraces the Samurai culture he was hired to destroy after he is captured in battle.

From the game website: The game is accompanied by three sourcebooks, created from Wikipedia articles: Sourcebook #1 deals with Gaijin, or those civilization and peoples foreign to Japan; Sourcebook #2 contains articles on the history of Japan; Sourcebook #3 details Japan's religion, culture and mythology.

An unstoppable collection of the most hardcore figures who ever strapped on chain mail and ran screaming into battle

Throughout history—from the bone-crushing age of antiquity to the sack-tearing modern era—there have been larger-than-life ass-kickers with a natural talent for unleashing their epic bloodlust on anyone who crossed them.

Plot:Based on a true historic figure during Ayothaya Era the film depicts the life of Yamada Nagamasa.

For over a thousand years the Samurai sword has dominated the battlefields of Japan, instilled fear and terror into every enemy it faced, and evoked a spiritual way of life that continues even today. With unparalleled access, NOVA travels deep into Japan's ancient foundries, follows the craft of the traditional sword-smiths and attends Samurai fighting school to reveal the art and science behind making what many call the perfect sword.