Though their meticulously crafted battle armor and elaborate helmets shaped into utterly frightening countenances could fill ...

The Japanese warrior is a symbol of strength, dignity, and power -- ideals reflected in warrior art. Warrior art also draws attention to traditional Japanese values such as beauty and frugality, ...

Even the samurai's understanding of art and poetry can be traced to ... Toyotomi Hideyoshi was the next samurai to change the course of Japanese (and warrior) history. Through a series of ...

This module focuses on Japan’s medieval period, including the Kamakura (1185-1333), the Muromachi (1336-1573), and the Momoyama (1573-1603) shogunates. Photograph ...

In the 10th century samurai guarding the emperor and aristocrats began to wear colorful armor, reflecting the capital's elegance. High-ranking samurai practiced mounted warfare, shooting arrows ...

and knowledge of Japanese history. Five online modules each provide a case study in the role of art in capturing and conveying human experience. The samurai warrior has come to symbolize Japan’s ...