A fierce warlord, a visionary reformer, and a Shinsengumi officer are all standing by to help you get dinner ready.
samurai
Craftsmen in Japan’s ancient capital put time-honored techniques to use for contemporary bags, wallets, and more.
Centuries of samurai history are on display, and we’ll teach you what to look for in appreciating the beauty of a Japanese sword.
The latest summer collection of our favorite modern samurai kimono offers a range of functionally fashionable garments.
Often-overlooked temple in one of Japan’s most best sightseeing towns was inspired by the story of a deeply devoted samurai cat.
Our reporter travels all the way to Spain to meet an artistic hair stylist whose technique is a little sharper than usual.
These sleek ornaments are perfect for a history buff interested in legendary warriors of the Sengoku period of Japanese history.
Updated hanten coats and hakama pants for men and women are ready for your next fashion campaign.
Now’s your chance to snag a samurai armor-inspired T-shirt during your next visit to Kamakura, a beautiful day trip destination from Tokyo.
Designed and made in Japan by experienced kimono makers, this new collection comes with a host of cool hidden extras.
Whether you’re going completely old school or just want a touch of swordsman chic, Japanese fashion label Trove has you covered.
These plastic warriors are trawling for a brawling, cruising for a bruising, and sampling for a trampling.
Popular Japanese cosplayer models the new hoodie with kimono sleeves in three different colours.
You and your bushido buddies heading into the wild this fall? Then don’t forget your camping kimono.
Police assemble task force after 40 blades are lost in flooding.
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