Tales of samurai in ancient Japan
Tales of Samurai in Ancient Japan Japan is an island nation with a long and illustrious history stretching all the way back to ancient times. During this era, samurai were the ruling class of Japan and their tales of courage, valor, loyalty, and strength have been recounted time and time again. The samurai of ancient Japan were some of the most fearsome warriors of their day, and their tales remain popular among Japanese culture to this day. The term "samurai" actually once referred to any member of the military profession in Japan, but over time came to refer to members of the warrior caste that was in power from the 12th century until the 19th century. The samurai were known for their loyalty to their lords and their fierce commitment to Bushido, or the "Way of the Warrior," which shaped the samurai's view of proper conduct. The samurai were expected to act with honor and courage in all situations, and any breach of these tenets could lead to banishment from ...