The history of samurai in the area now known as Kumamoto, but for much of its existence as Higo Province, goes back around a ...

History is filled with stories of barbaric warriors who cause wanton destruction. They have been titled by ancient historians ...

"Originally published in slightly different form in the United Kingdom in 2011 by Transworld Publishers."--Title page verso. Includes "P.S. Insights, interviews & more-- " (16 pages following page 321 ...

Miyamoto Musashi’s duels made him a legend. His writings made him immortal. Here’s what history can (and can't) confirm about the man behind the myth. In this 1840s print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, ...