Episode 2: The secrets of the Japanese samurai

About this episode

This episode explores the history, habits, and fighting skills of the Japanese Samurai.

Join as we explore the secrets of the Japanese Samurai! In this episode, we will uncover the history, habits and formidable fighting skills that made these Japanese warriors famous still to this day.

People in this episode

Host: Professor H

Topics covered

• Japanese history
• Samurai culture
• warrior skills
• fighting techniques
• Japanese traditions

Keywords

• Samurai
• Japan
• warriors
• history
• fighting skills
• culture
• traditions

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Japan

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