--- product_id: 446854057 title: "The Samurai Encyclopedia" price: "NZ$79" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # The Samurai Encyclopedia **Price:** NZ$79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Samurai Encyclopedia - **How much does it cost?** NZ$79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia) ## 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 A captivating and comprehensive guide to Japan's elite class of warriors—revised and updated with over 70 color photographs! The Samurai played a leading role in Japanese society for centuries, and this is the first encyclopedia to showcase the fascinating history and culture of these enigmatic warriors. With a new foreword by Samurai scholar and martial arts expert Alexander Bennet and over 70 new color photographs, this newly designed edition offers the most comprehensive and enticing collection of Samurai information available today. This book contains 171 highly detailed alphabetical entries and essays on a broad variety of intriguing topics, including the following: 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 unifier 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 The new foreword by renowned Samurai historian Alexander Bennett provides expert insights into the lives and philosophy of the Samurai. Also included are many informative sidebars, suggestions for further reading, a selection of primary sources, and over 125 illustrations. Review: SUPERB HISTORICAL REFERENCE - I am very pleased with this purchase.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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #139,324 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #17 in Military Encyclopedias #95 in General Japan Travel Guides #208 in Japanese History (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 65 Reviews | ## Images ![The Samurai Encyclopedia - 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.nz/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/446854057-the-samurai-encyclopedia) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-09-11*