Bushido History - More Resources

History of the Samurai - A brief outline of the times in Japanese history when the samurai reached the pinnacle of power and prestige. Included after each time period are several quotes from samurai of importance from that era. Therefore, the reader will be able to experience a first hand account of their attitudes and beliefs.

Osprey Publishing - Information, articles and books about samurai history. Assess the various methods used by Samurai commanders to direct and control their troops on the battlefield. Explore the changing role of ashigaru throughout feudal Japan, explaining how they eventually gained samurai status.

Dai Nippon Butoku Kai - Information on the organization, originally established in Kyoto Japan 1895 under the authority of the Ministry of Education and the endorsement of His Royal Highness, Meiji Emperor to solidify, promote, and standardize martial disciplines and systems throughout Japan.

The United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance - The United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance is an organization that practices "OLD WAY KARATE". The final effect of hard work, dedication and perseverance is not reserved for the martial arts but can be applied to all aspects of ones life. Its not winning that is valuable, its the skills achieved from practicing. This is the way of the true practitioner.

International Shinkendo Federation - An organization dedicated to teaching authentic Japanese Swordsmanship, under the guidance and leadership of Obata Toshishiro. While Shinkendo requires rigorous physical training, depth of coordination, and intense focus, one of the most important aspects of Shinkendo is the emphasis on spiritual forging, which inspires "Bushi Damashii" (the samurai/ warrior spirit), a quality that we feel is as relevant now as it was hundreds of years ago.

Zenko International - Founded by Kyudo Master Kanjuro Shibata XX, is dedicated to the practice of Kyudo, the Way of the Bow, and has affiliated Kyudo groups in the United States, Canada and Europe. Zenko International is an independent, non-profit organization of Kyudo practice groups founded by Kanjuro Shibata XX. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado USA, it includes over 25 Kyudo groups in the United States, Canada and Europe.