The samurai have captivated imaginations for centuries, standing as enduring symbols of courage, honor, discipline, and ...

Samurai “clearly understood the functional requirements of armor,” Gabriel Barbier-Mueller, who with his wife, Ann, is the most important collector of samurai regalia outside Japan ...

Why it matters: "Samurai Armor" offers Richmonders a rare opportunity ... The big picture: The samurai period spanned nearly 700 years of Japanese history, running from 1185 to 1868.

KYOTO--Suits of samurai armor given to Malta as diplomatic gifts ... “I hope the restoration project will highlight the historic relationship between Malta and Japan, promoting cultural ...