In Peacetime 

Samurai in their peacetime 

Now, you might be wondering, while samurai were fierce warriors, what was their role at home during peacetime? They were far more than just soldiers and to truly understand them, we must look beyond the battlefield, beyond their military duties, and into their daily lives outside of combat. Even when they weren’t fighting, samurai maintained discipline and upheld traditions 

Read on to discover the fascinating aspects of their lives beyond warfare and conflicts. 

Even in times of peace, samurai were required to practice martial arts daily to ensure they were prepared for any battles. Additionally, this constant training helped them maintain their martial prowess and expertise, which was the core of their identity. 

Beyond their own training, one of their most important responsibilities was passing down their skills to their children, ensuring their expertise remained and preserved  through generations as a family tradition. 

Lastly, since discussing all their roles would take up the entire day, another important responsibility they had at home was leading tea ceremonies, which was an essential and deeply significant tradition in ancient Japan that continues to hold importance today.