Scenarios about 'bushido'
Bushido refers to the moral code and way of life followed by the samurai warrior class of feudal Japan, emphasizing virtues such as loyalty, honor, courage, and self-discipline. This ethical system evolved from the 12th century through the Tokugawa period, blending influences from Zen Buddhism, Confucianism, and indigenous Japanese traditions. In alternate history scenarios, modifications to bushido's development or persistence can significantly alter Japan's military culture, international relations, and societal structure during critical historical junctures.
What If The Samurai Era Never Ended?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Japan never abolished the samurai class during the Meiji Restoration, fundamentally altering the nation's modernization path and global position into the 21st century.