Written by Gadgets 360 Staff | Monday October 7, 2024
Four newly translated Japanese texts shed light on samurai beheading rituals from the Edo period (1603-1868). Contrary to popular belief, beheading by a fellow samurai was more common than self-inflicted wounds. The oldest text, The Inner Secrets of Seppuku, emphasizes preparation for these rituals. The treatment of samurai varied based on rank, wi...
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