Ronin Swordsman

PrizeOfficial Selection in Shoot (photo/video)
CompanyShin Jung Pan
ArtistShin Jung Pan
CategoryProfessional
CreditFair Use

Miyamoto Musashi, a renowned Japanese warrior and martial artist born in 1584, mastered various martial arts and created the famous dual-wielding sword style, Miyamoto-ryu. He showcased remarkable skills in the 1612 Battle of Sekigahara and authored "The Book of Five Rings," delving into tactics, philosophy, and martial arts. In his later years, he retired to the Yoshino mountains, focusing on martial arts, calligraphy, and Zen Buddhism until his 1645 passing. Musashi's legacy greatly influences Japanese history, martial artists, and sword enthusiasts.