--- product_id: 446854057 title: "The Samurai Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan's Elite Warrior Class" price: "€ 50.87" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia-a-comprehensive-guide-to-japans-elite-warrior store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # The Samurai Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan's Elite Warrior Class **Price:** € 50.87 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Samurai Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan's Elite Warrior Class - **How much does it cost?** € 50.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia-a-comprehensive-guide-to-japans-elite-warrior) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description From the Publisher The First Comprehensive Samurai Encyclopedia! The fascinating history and culture behind Japan's greatest Samurai warriors... This encyclopedia of enigmatic warriors is a must-read for all martial artists and enthusiasts of Samurai history. Containing 171 highly detailed alphabetical entries and essays on a broad range of intriguing topics, warriors, events and over 125 illustrations and photographs , this book is both extremely informational while also interesting and enlightening. A foreword by Samurai scholar and martial arts expert Alexander Bennett provides expert insights into the lives and philosophy of the Samurai. 415 pages of Detailed Entries from A to Z E xplore 171 in depth topics such as Samurai weapons and armor , including the fearsome katana sword Famous Samurai including Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's greatest swordsman; Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate; and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a uni?er of Japan and notorious persecutor of Christians in the 16th century The Battle of Sekigahara, the largest battle ever to take place in Japan, and the Boshin War, which led to the fall of the shogunate and restoration of imperial power The Bushido code --the legendary Samurai code of chivalry and honor Primary Source Documents: Photographs, Artifacts, and More This book perfectly showcases the fascinating history of these enigmatic warriors. The 171 entries are illustrated with over 125 archival images including 70 in full-color! Image shown: Three samurai engaged in archery practice by an unidentified photographer, ca. 1860. Image shown: Photo of samurai from Satsuma domain planning strategy during the Boshin War (1868–69) Image shown: Sections from a handscroll painting on silk of a daimyo procession to Edo, ca. 1700 Review: SUPERB HISTORICAL REFERENCE - I am very pleased with this purchase. It is well-written, highly detailed, and quite enjoyable to read. This book has something for everyone, from the beginner who wants a good frame of reference to the scholar. Anyone interested in the Samurai and accompanying Japanese culture will enjoy this. I can recommend it highly. Review: One of the best Samurai references - This is really amazing if your looking to understand the Tokugawa period. Not much on other period other than really big events. I really recommend this book ## Images ![The Samurai Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan's Elite Warrior Class - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91qc-BJwt2L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SUPERB HISTORICAL REFERENCE *by S***T on September 6, 2025* I am very pleased with this purchase. It is well-written, highly detailed, and quite enjoyable to read. This book has something for everyone, from the beginner who wants a good frame of reference to the scholar. Anyone interested in the Samurai and accompanying Japanese culture will enjoy this. I can recommend it highly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best Samurai references *by U***G on December 2, 2024* This is really amazing if your looking to understand the Tokugawa period. Not much on other period other than really big events. I really recommend this book ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Resource *by T***N on November 15, 2022* An excellent resource for the curious reader as well as the scholar! ## Frequently Bought Together - The Samurai Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan's Elite Warrior Class - An Illustrated Guide to Samurai History and Culture: From the Age of Musashi to Contemporary Pop Culture - Samurai: An Illustrated History --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia-a-comprehensive-guide-to-japans-elite-warrior](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia-a-comprehensive-guide-to-japans-elite-warrior) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*