samurai
noun
sam·u·rai
ˈsa-mə-ˌrī 
ˈsam-yə-
plural samurai
1
: a military retainer of a Japanese daimyo practicing the code of conduct of Bushido
2
: the warrior aristocracy of Japan
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In Tokyo, family fun can be found around every corner, from the wild, interactive teamLab digital art museums to Mario Kart–themed go kart tours and samurai sword training.
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Kathryn Romeyn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 June 2026
His character leads outcast samurai seeking to avenge their master's killing.
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ABC News,
29 June 2026
Lucas had a habit of taking words from other languages, and the name for his films' lightsaber-wielding heroes is believed to have come from the Japanese word jidaigeki, a term used for historical samurai.
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Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Miyamoto is portrayed by the late actor Toshiro Minafune, perhaps best known for his roles as a samurai in classic Akira Kurosawa films like Seven Samurai, Rashomon, and Yojimbo.
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Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
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Kathryn Romeyn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 June 2026
His character leads outcast samurai seeking to avenge their master's killing.
—
ABC News,
29 June 2026
Lucas had a habit of taking words from other languages, and the name for his films' lightsaber-wielding heroes is believed to have come from the Japanese word jidaigeki, a term used for historical samurai.
—
Matt Reigle Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
Miyamoto is portrayed by the late actor Toshiro Minafune, perhaps best known for his roles as a samurai in classic Akira Kurosawa films like Seven Samurai, Rashomon, and Yojimbo.
—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
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“Samurai.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/samurai. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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samurai
noun
sam·u·rai
ˈsam-(y)ə-ˌrī
plural samurai
: a warrior serving a Japanese feudal lord and practicing a code of conduct which valued honor over life
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