Seppuku

“Why Japan?” Series

🗾 Why Do Japanese People Apologize So Often?

Why do Japanese people apologize so frequently? Discover the cultural, historical, and emotional roots of Japan’s apology culture—from samurai honor to everyday kindness. A deep dive for international readers.
Japanese History

🇯🇵What Is Seppuku? The Japanese Way of Dying with Honor and Responsibility

Discover the meaning behind seppuku, the samurai ritual of self-disembowelment. Explore its cultural roots, ethical significance, and how its spirit lives on in modern Japan.