Samurai Collection

Japanese warrior woman with naginata
Japanese warrior woman with a large Naginata. A naginata is a pole weapon that was traditionally used in Japan by members of the samurai class

Racial / Japan / Samurai 19C
SAMURAI WARRIORS Four Japanese men in the traditional costume of Samurai warriors pose for the camera

Japan - Geisha Girl bows to a samurai warrior - New Year Ceremony Date: circa 1910s

Samurai outfit at Museum of Matsuyama Castle, Matsuyama, Nagano Prefecture, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune, two Japanese samurai warriors battling each other
JAPANESE SAMURAI. Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune, two Japanese samurai warriors battling each other. Woodblock print by Shuntei Katsukawa, c1820

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Japanese samurai warriors in full armor. Antique hand-colored print

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Japanese swordsmen. Antique hand-colored print

Statue of Samurai warrior Masashige Kusunoki on horseback in Hibiya Park in downtown Tokyo, Japan, Asia

The samurai warriors Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune. Print shows two samurai warriors fighting on the seashore or bank of a river. Date between 1818 and 1820

Two Japanese men, possibly samurai, full-length studio portrait with backdrop, standing, one facing front and the other facing left, each with two swords. Date ca. 1877

Japanese Samurai

Sport / Martial Arts / Kendo
Two warriors practise Kendo, the way of the sword. Kendo is derived from ancient samurai (warrior class) fighting methods

Japanese Samurai Fighter
The Samurai hero Yashitzone in combat with an armoured opponent

Racial / Japan / Samurai
Samurai warrior in fighting array

Racial / Japan / Samurai
Three Samurai warriors in their fighting gear

Samurai Elevated
In the 8th century, during the Fujiwara era, the military order of Samurai are elevated to an elite rank above other citizens, with a strict moral code and high cultural values

Japanese warrior
Japanese actor in the costume of a Samurai warrior

Japanese samurai. Date: circa 1890s

Three Samurai
Three samurai warriors in armour, circa 1880. (Photo by Kusakabe Kimbei/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Scene from the Chushingura, the Japanese tale of the 47 Ronin (or 47 Samurai)
JAPAN: CHUSHINGURA. Scene from the Chushingura, the Japanese tale of the 47 Ronin (or 47 Samurai). Print shows a person in a sedan chair leaving a residential compound

Japanese samurai warrior, Genkuro Yoshitsune and warrior monk, Saito Musashibo Benkei
SAMURAI, 12th CENTURY. Japanese samurai warrior, Genkuro Yoshitsune and warrior monk, Saito Musashibo Benkei. Woodblock print by Toyokuni Utagawa, early 19th century

Samurai cleaning his sword. Japanese painting, 16-17th century
MOUNTED SAMURAI. Samurai cleaning his sword. Japanese painting, 16-17th century

Japanese Samurai warrior hunting a tiger Date: 1904

Scene from the Chushingura, the Japanese tale of the 47 Ronin (or 47 Samurai)
JAPAN: CHUSHINGURA. Scene from the Chushingura, the Japanese tale of the 47 Ronin (or 47 Samurai). Attack on the house of Lord Kira Yoshinaka by the samurai

Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire
HOKUSAI: SIX SAMURAI, 1817. Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire. Woodblock print, 1817, from the Manga of Katsushika Hokusai

SAMURAI TRAINING. Young Samurai in Japan training for the Satsuma Rebellion of 1877. Wood engraving, American, c1900

Samurai warrior, half-length studio portrait, facing front, wearing armor and holding a sword. Date ca. 1877

The Flourishing of Seven Coasts with Big Fish (Nana ura tairyac hanjac no zu)
6372033 The Flourishing of Seven Coasts with Big Fish (Nana ura tairyAc hanjAc no zu) by Kuniyoshi, Utagawa (1798-1861); (add.info.: Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1798-1861)

Samurai carry a large replica of their shield during the Gion Festival, Tokyo, Japan
KYOTO: GION FESTIVAL. Samurai carry a large replica of their shield during the Gion Festival, Tokyo, Japan. Scroll painting, early 17th century

Osaka Castle, Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Osaka Castle, Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Folding Fan (Gunsen) Decorated with Oriental Solar Disc and Scrolling Dragons on the handle, Japanese
FIT111255 Folding Fan (Gunsen) Decorated with Oriental Solar Disc and Scrolling Dragons on the handle, Japanese, 19th century (painted paper, steel)

Illustration of ancient warriors of Japan
3522218 Illustration of ancient warriors of Japan; (add.info.: Illustration of ancient warriors of Japan); Universal History Archive/UIG

Japanese costume, circa 1800: a priest, a woman wearing gueta (wooden sandals)
FLO4634331 Japanese costume, circa 1800: a priest, a woman wearing gueta (wooden sandals), a man in official costume with his cane, a beggar monk

Japanese flags, emblems and insignia including mythical beasts (kirin, phoenix)
FLO4622827 Japanese flags, emblems and insignia including mythical beasts (kirin, phoenix). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Antique

History. Japan. Samurai's fight. Illustration, Japan, 19th cent. (poster)
3434562 History. Japan. Samurai's fight. Illustration, Japan, 19th cent. (poster); (add.info.: Scene de theatre. Coll. Part. History. Japan. Samurai's fight)

A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback
2628262 A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback.; (add.info.: Model of a Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Moon viewed through the heart
2909816 Moon viewed through the heart; (add.info.: Moon viewed through the heart. Print shows two samurai warriors fighting among fallen weapons. 1879); Universal History Archive/UIG

Chinese Attempted Invasion Of Japan In The 13Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano, Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage
UIG5420712 Chinese Attempted Invasion Of Japan In The 13Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano, Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage

"A proposal, a young man kneels before a lady" image taken from "Histoire de Jean III de Brosse et de sa
AIS5378086 "A proposal, a young man kneels before a lady" image taken from "Histoire de Jean III de Brosse et de sa femme Louise de Laval". (ms)

Photograph of Samurai in his official dress
3522084 Photograph of Samurai in his official dress; (add.info.: Photograph of Samurai in his official dress. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Japanese gentleman preparing to perform Hara-kiri, 1850
3478348 Japanese gentleman preparing to perform Hara-kiri, 1850; (add.info.: Japanese gentleman preparing to perform Hara-kiri, a form of seppuku (or ritual suicide)

A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback
2628261 A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback.; (add.info.: Model of a Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour on horseback. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

History. Japan. Japanese theatre, soldiers fight. Illustration, Japan, 19th cent. (poster)
3434563 History. Japan. Japanese theatre, soldiers fight. Illustration, Japan, 19th cent. (poster); (add.info.: Coll. Part. History. Japan. Japanese theatre, soldiers fight)

Samurai warriors Ichijo-Jiro-Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune in full armour fighting. Print c1820
528450 Samurai warriors Ichijo-Jiro-Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune in full armour fighting. Print c1820. Shuntei Katsukawa (1770-c1833) Japanese artist

View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu), c.1849-51
6371993 View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu), c.1849-51; (add.info.: Utagawa Kuniyoshi 1798-1861. View of Enoshima in Sagami Province (Sōshū Enoshima no zu). about 1849-51

Chinese attempted invasion of Japan in the 13th century, publ. 1878 (print)
5242632 Chinese attempted invasion of Japan in the 13th century, publ. 1878 (print) by Spanish School, (19th century); (add.info.: from El Mundo en la Mano, pub. 1878)

A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour holding a Bow
2628260 A Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour holding a Bow.; (add.info.: Model of a Japanese Samurai Warrior in full armour holding a Bow. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Samurai, the legendary Japanese warriors of the 19th century, embody a rich cultural heritage that continues to captivate us today. From their iconic outfits to their unwavering loyalty and martial prowess, they have left an indelible mark on history. Imagine a scene in feudal Japan: a fierce woman warrior stands tall, wielding her naginata with grace and precision. Her strength is matched only by her dedication to honor and duty. She represents the resilience and courage of female samurai who defied societal norms. In downtown Tokyo's Hibiya Park, a magnificent statue pays homage to Masashige Kusunoki, a revered samurai warrior on horseback. This monument serves as a reminder of his heroic deeds and his enduring legacy in Japanese history. Visiting the Museum of Matsuyama Castle transports you back in time as you gaze upon an authentic samurai outfit. The intricate details showcase the craftsmanship involved in creating these garments that were both functional and symbolic. A woodblock print from c1820 vividly depicts Ichijo Jiro Tadanori and Notonokami Noritsune engaged in battle. Their intense expressions reveal their unyielding determination as they clash swords amidst swirling dust - an artistic representation capturing the essence spirit. The image titled "Japan - Geisha Girl bows to a samurai warrior - New Year" showcases the deep respect bestowed upon these warriors by other members of society. It reflects how even geishas recognized their importance during special occasions like New Year celebrations. Studio portraits capture two unidentified men dressed as full-fledged samurai, exuding confidence through every fiber of their being. These images provide glimpses into individual stories within this esteemed class of warriors who dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to serving their lords. Beyond historical depictions, modern-day Japan embraces its martial arts traditions through sports like kendo – where practitioners don traditional armor while engaging in spirited combat.