--- product_id: 71619822 title: "The Book of Samurai - Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare: The Collected Scrolls of Natori-Ryu (Book 2) (for fans of Shogun)" price: "403.49 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/71619822-the-book-of-samurai-samurai-arms-armour-and-the-tactics store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # tactical warfare & leadership insights 17th-century authentic scrolls 130 detailed arms & armour illustrations The Book of Samurai - Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare: The Collected Scrolls of Natori-Ryu (Book 2) (for fans of Shogun) **Price:** 403.49 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚔️ Unlock the secrets of the samurai’s mind and battlefield mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Book of Samurai - Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare: The Collected Scrolls of Natori-Ryu (Book 2) (for fans of Shogun) - **How much does it cost?** 403.49 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/71619822-the-book-of-samurai-samurai-arms-armour-and-the-tactics) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cultural Depth:** Explores samurai mythology, Buddhist doctrine, and ceremonial traditions behind their armour. - • **Visual Mastery:** 130 intricate line drawings vividly detail samurai arms, armour, and battlefield tactics. - • **Strategic Leadership:** Timeless advice on troop movement, siege warfare, and psychological insight for leaders. - • **Authentic Samurai Wisdom:** Direct translations from Natori Sanjuro Masazumi, a genuine 17th-century samurai strategist. - • **Essential for Enthusiasts:** A must-have for martial artists, historians, and anyone craving an insider’s view of samurai life. ## Overview The Book of Samurai - Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare offers the first-ever English translation of two secret 17th-century scrolls by samurai grandmaster Natori Sanjuro Masazumi. Featuring 130 detailed illustrations and profound tactical advice, this volume is an unparalleled resource for understanding samurai weaponry, armour, leadership, and cultural philosophy. Perfect for martial arts students, historians, and fans of authentic samurai lore. ## Description THE FIRST-EVER STUDY OF SAMURAI ARMS, ARMOUR AND TACTICS IN THE WORDS OF AN AUTHENTIC SEVENTEENTH-CENTURY SAMURAI MASTER STRATEGIST Part of the acclaimed Book of Samurai series, which presents for the first time the translated scrolls of the historical Natori-Ry samurai school of war, this volume offers an exceptional insight into the weaponry and armour of the samurai era, as well as tactical advice for use on and off the battlefield. Two secret scrolls by the samurai tactician Natori Sanjuro Masazumi are presented here: Heieki Yoho , which offers advice for every possible martial situation, from moving troops to besieging a castle to fighting on the open battlefield; and Heigu Yoho , which explores samurai arms and armour in unparalleled detail. Illustrated with 130 line drawings of arms and armour, strategic diagrams and beautiful samples of Japanese calligraphy, this is essential reading for students of martial arts, warrior culture and the samurai path. This book was written by the seventeenth-century samurai tactician Natori Sanjuro Masazumi, also known as Issui-sensei, who was to become the most influential grandmaster of the Natori-Ry school of war. It gives us an unprecedented insight into what the samurai knew about their own specialization - armour and warfare. By listening to a genuine samurai, we can discover a huge amount about the thoughts, ideals, codes and even the feelings of this much admired, but often misunderstood, warrior class. Heieki Yoho , the first scroll translated in this book, gives leadership advice for use on and off the battlefield. From turning thieves or cowards to good service, to practising 'external listening' in order to obtain information from as many sources as possible, to penetrating the deeper motives of those who slander or praise others, the ideas discussed are thought provoking and paint a vivid picture of samurai Japan at war. Heigu Yoho , the second scroll, gives a rare and precious glimpse into samurai arms and armour, including details of their construction, regulations associated with the wearer's status, and the fascinating ceremonies, mythology and Buddhist doctrine that underlay their use. With 130 line drawings that clarify the text, this is the ultimate resource for all those interested in the wisdom and practice of the historical samurai. Review: Well packaged - Great book and would recomend to anyone. Fast delivery. Thanks Review: (another) Fascinating Book on a Fascinating Subject - Antony and Yoshie deliver another fascinating insight into the life and times of an actual samurai. This is real translation, of real writing, by a real samurai tactician of the time. Not opinions, fantasy or legends. This book as an absolute must for martial artists/students/historians/ANYONE interested in the period. The chapters cover all aspects of martial life. Everything from organising armies, storming castles, to what to keep in your sewing kit!! Nicely laid out and easy to read, illustrated well and with an extensive glossary. Most definitely worth a look. ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 464,972 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1,046 in Martial Arts (Books) 5,189 in Other Religions | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 233 Reviews | ## Images ![The Book of Samurai - Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare: The Collected Scrolls of Natori-Ryu (Book 2) (for fans of Shogun) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71O1EsRTjZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well packaged *by J***. on 4 February 2024* Great book and would recomend to anyone. Fast delivery. Thanks ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (another) Fascinating Book on a Fascinating Subject *by J***H on 2 November 2018* Antony and Yoshie deliver another fascinating insight into the life and times of an actual samurai. This is real translation, of real writing, by a real samurai tactician of the time. Not opinions, fantasy or legends. This book as an absolute must for martial artists/students/historians/ANYONE interested in the period. The chapters cover all aspects of martial life. Everything from organising armies, storming castles, to what to keep in your sewing kit!! Nicely laid out and easy to read, illustrated well and with an extensive glossary. Most definitely worth a look. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating, Highly recommend *by A***R on 13 November 2018* As a translation from the scrolls of a 17th century Samurai school of war, we get a chance to see from as near a source document how the Samurai really went to war. It shows what lengths they would go to and the details on armour, downs to small details that could make a real difference on the battlefield. As Antony Cummins says in the introduction, this book needs to be studied and in doing so, the amount of information for any one interested in the Samurai is fascinating. 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