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Episode Synopsis
Samurai women, also known as onna-bugeisha, were skilled warriors who held various roles in Japanese history, from leading armies to defending castles and participating in battles.
These women received rigorous training in martial arts, weapons handling, and military tactics, just like their male counterparts.
They wielded traditional weapons such as bows, spears, and swords, and also employed specialized weapons like the kaiken, a small knife.
Famous female samurai, such as Tachibana Ginchiyo and Nakano Takeko, are recognized for their bravery and skill in battle, leaving a lasting legacy of female participation in Japanese military history.
These women received rigorous training in martial arts, weapons handling, and military tactics, just like their male counterparts.
They wielded traditional weapons such as bows, spears, and swords, and also employed specialized weapons like the kaiken, a small knife.
Famous female samurai, such as Tachibana Ginchiyo and Nakano Takeko, are recognized for their bravery and skill in battle, leaving a lasting legacy of female participation in Japanese military history.
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