The Philbrook Museum’s Samurai exhibit showcases 80 pieces of armor, offering a glimpse into the art and history of Japan’s warrior class.

In the 10th century samurai guarding the emperor and aristocrats began to wear colorful armor, reflecting the capital's elegance. High-ranking samurai practiced mounted warfare, shooting arrows ...

One of the largest collections of Japanese samurai armor in the world will be on view at VMFA beginning Saturday. Why it matters: "Samurai Armor" offers Richmonders a rare opportunity to see this ...

For nearly 700 years, samurai were Japan’s social elite, skilled not only in combat but also in politics and the courtly arts. To equip these warriors in accordance with their status required an ...

The term "samurai" comes from the Japanese word saburau, meaning "to serve," and was first used in A.D. 702 to describe mid-to-low-ranking court administrators and, later, armed imperial guards.

An exhibition of ancient clay "haniwa" figures discovered around Japan kicked off on Oct. 16 at the Tokyo National Museum in Tokyo's Ueno district. Sponsored by The Asahi Shimbun and other ...

The samurai belonged to the intellectual elite of Japanese society and practiced creative disciplines like calligraphy and poetry that often contrasted with the violent nature of battle.