Their techniques form the basis of Kendo, and former members of this class took part in the (*) Satsuma rebellion.
One of this group's main weapons was the yumi, a longbow which they used on horseback. Their techniques form the basis of Kendo, and former members of this class took part in the (*) Satsuma rebellion. Their status as their nation's only armed force was ended by Emperor Meiji, and they soon lost their right to wear the katana in public. Their code of conduct was eventually formalized into Bushido. For 10 points, name this Japanese warrior caste.
One of this group's main weapons was the yumi, a longbow which they used on horseback.
samurai