How Japan fell out of love with samurai
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Started February 04, 2026
A British Museum exhibition shows there was more to the warriors than a readiness to die for honour
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How Japan fell out of love with samurai
New Statesman (United Kingdom) | Feb 04, 2026
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Feb 04, 2026
Revisiting the samurai narrative risks oversimplifying Japan's historical complexities and could perpetuate dangerous myths about heroism.
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Feb 04, 2026
Understanding the samurai requires a nuanced exploration of their cultural significance beyond mere notions of honor and death.
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The samurai's complex legacy should be celebrated, as it embodies principles of loyalty and discipline that remain relevant today.
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The decline of samurai culture reflects Japan's broader societal evolution, emphasizing the need to adapt traditions for contemporary values.
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The glorification of the samurai romanticizes a violent past and overlooks the suffering caused by their actions throughout history.
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