Discover the essence of Bushido, the ancient code of Japan’s samurai, through this fully annotated and illustrated edition with carefully selected illustrations that beautifully complement Nitobe’s thoughts. This enhances your understanding of Japan’s warrior code and its lasting influence on Japanese culture. Discover the seven virtues of the Samurai and more. Delve into the core principles of Bushido, the timeless values that shaped Japan's warrior class. Rectitude, justice (Gi 義): Act fairly and honestly.Courage, bravery (Yu 勇): The ability to face danger with strength and determination.Benevolence (Jin 仁): Be compassionate and help others selflessly.Respect, etiquette (Rei 礼): Show respect and etiquette towards everyone, even enemies.Honesty (Makoto 誠): Be sincere and act with transparency in all circumstances.Honor (Meiyo 名誉): Maintain integrity and fulfill promisesLoyalty (Chugi 忠義): Be faithful to oneself, one's superiors, and the causes one defends. This book contains beautiful, carefully curated illustrations that bring the text to life and visually enhance the reader's connection to the samurai spirit. With an introduction and detailed annotations from the Editor, Fernando Aixa—a renowned experienced in martial arts—, explaining the historical and social context of Bushido and the Japanese terms used in the text. This edition is a must-have for martial arts and history enthusiasts, whether you are studying martial arts, Japanese culture, or Eastern philosophy. It offers a profound and engaging exploration of Bushido. Don't miss it! Purchase your copy of “Bushido, The Sould of Japan” today and enjoy reading it. It will help you understand the mysterious path of the way of the samurai.