Shutsujin-shiki: A Ritual of Loyalty Among Samurai Before Battle

In Feudal Japan, the ritual of Shutsujin-shiki played a significant role in the lives of samurai. This solemn ceremony, conducted before heading into the battlefield, represented a crucial moment where loyalty and unity among warriors were confirmed and strengthened. The…

Horo and Cavalry Samurai: the Mysterious Balloon

Horo and Cavalry Samurai: – Eugenio Larosa   Step into the captivating world of Japanese military history as we delve into the awe-inspiring cavalry of the samurai. Among these remarkable warriors, there exists a distinctive feature—a massive balloon-like object adorning…

Sanada Yukitaka samurai miniatures

Sanada Yukitaka samurai miniatures – Eugenio Larosa Sanada Yukitaka was a renowned Japanese samurai of the Sengoku period, who lived from 1512 to June 8, 1574. Throughout his life, he held the position of daimyō in Shinano, a region of…

Impetus Feudal Japan army lists 1540-1600

Impetus Feudal Japan army lists 1540-1600 These IMPETUS 2 army lists for Feudal Japan were created starting from the lists of the previous version taking into account my studies on the battles and formations used during the period from 1540…

Uesugi Kenshin 28mm miniatures

Uesugi Kenshin 28mm miniatures Uesugi Kenshin, born Nagao Kagetora, powerful daimyo who ruled the Echigo province of Japan during the Sengoku period. Famous for his rivalry with Takeda Shingen, a daimyo from the nearby KAI province, he is also known…

Takeda Shingen 28mm command

Takeda Shingen 28mm command Takeda Shingen daimyo of the Takeda clan one of the most influential and combative warlords of the Japanese sengoku period, also known as the “tiger of Kai”. His real name was “Haronobu” but is better known…