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  1. Miyamoto Musashi Dojo (in French) Some artwork by Miyamoto Musashi (archive link) The samurai warrior and Zen Buddhism (website of the Asian Art Museum, San Francisco) Complete texts in English by Miyamoto Musashi; Miyamoto Musashi; his Swordsmanship and Book of Five Rings; Profile on Shambhala Publications website

  2. Jun 9, 2024 · Miyamoto Musashi was a famous Japanese soldier-artist of the early Edo (Tokugawa) period (1603–1867). Musashi began his career as a fighter early in life when, at age 13, he killed a man in single combat. In 1600 he was on the losing side of the Battle of Sekigahara (which paved the way for

  3. The Book of Five Rings (五輪書, Go Rin no Sho) is a text on kenjutsu and the martial arts in general, written by the Japanese swordsman Miyamoto Musashi around 1645. Many translations have been made, and it has garnered broad attention in East Asia and throughout the world. For instance, some foreign business leaders find its discussion of conflict to be relevant to their work.

  4. Jan 9, 2024 · Miyamoto Musashi was one of the greatest swordsmen in Japanese history, a figure whose status has truly become legendary throughout the centuries. His prowess in combat extended well beyond one-on-one duels, and in his later years, Musashi also established himself as a master painter, a talented writer, and a revered philosopher. ...

  5. Aug 5, 2023 · Miyamoto Musashi’s 21 principles are not only a guide for martial artists but also a roadmap for anyone seeking a fulfilling and principled life. These precepts, rooted in humility, discipline, and deep understanding, remain as relevant today as they were in the 17th century, reminding us of the enduring wisdom of this legendary swordsman and philosopher.

  6. Jul 22, 2023 · One day when Musashi was 13, an itinerant Kashima-ryu swordsman named Arima Kihei came to Musashi’s village of Miyamoto and issued an open challenge. Musashi eagerly accepted. They came to grips and Musashi threw Kihei — who was using a wakizashi (a small sword) — to the ground and killed him with repeated blows to the head with a bokuto (wooden sword).

  7. The Mystical Legends of Miyamoto Musashi. Musashi’s exploits have become shrouded by the mists of legend. Even during his lifetime, there were tales of him walking on water or killing mythological creatures. In the modern age, a best-selling novel, manga comic books, a television series, and more than 30 films have been made about his adventures.

  8. Jul 25, 2019 · Miyamoto Musashi, swordmaster of the early Edo period (1603–1868), fought over 60 battles during his life, losing none. His Gorin no sho (The Book of Five Rings) is considered one of the ...

  9. Mar 16, 2013 · Musashi's exploits have been celebrated in popular literature, such as in a kabuki play by Tsuruya Namboku, in books like Yoshikawa Eiji's novel Miyamoto Musashi, as well as in countless manga and computer games. References. Miyamoto, Musashi; The Complete Book of Five Rings, Shambhala 2010

  10. Miyamoto Musashi, also known as Shinmen Takezō, Miyamoto Bennosuke or, by his Buddhist name, Niten Dōraku, was a Japanese swordsman, philosopher, strategist, writer and rōnin. Musashi, as he was often simply known, became renowned through stories of his unique double-bladed swordsmanship and undefeated record in his 61 duels.

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