A poster designed by Peter Strausfeld for Akira Kurosawa's 1954 drama "Seven Samurai" starring Toshiro Mifune. The Samurai existed from the 12th century until the Meiji era in the late 1800s, which ...

What is it about the samurai that captivates Westerners? The armor and swords, the reverent attitude and the reputation for supreme competence in warfare are all pretty impressive, but they don’t get ...

Moviemaking technology may have advanced since the 1950s, but good storytelling hasn't changed a bit, and one Samurai trilogy that recalls The Lord of the Rings movies proves it. This old-school movie ...

What should you name a baby samurai? What food should a samurai bring to a battle? What is a samurai's most treasured possession? A newly translated 450-year-old book supposedly written by a renowned ...

The way of the Samurai has been documented throughout history (with various amounts of accuracy). But many times, you will see a Samurai with a sword fighting off all sorts of evil or rivals. And that ...

Study archery, show respect for horses, drink a little alcohol before a battle (but don’t overindulge), be sure to pack some sun-dried plums, and never be concerned about whether you will live or die.

If you’re a fan of weapon-based combat that specialises in following a strong code of honour and discipline, then samurai games should be right up your street. For some of the best titles in the ...