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Both Japanese and European feudalism were hierarchical systems that structured society around land ownership and loyalty. In Japan, the samurai served the daimyo in exchange for land and protection, while in Europe, knights served lords under a similar feudal contract. However, a key difference lies in the cultural context: Japanese feudalism emphasized bushido, a code of honor for samurai, while European feudalism was more influenced by chivalric codes and the Christian Church. Additionally, Japanese feudalism was more centralized under the shogunate, whereas European feudalism was often fragmented among numerous competing lords.
Japanese feudalism, which developed primarily from the 12th to the 19th century, was characterized by a strong warrior class known as the samurai, who served local lords (daimyos) and followed a strict code of honor called bushido. In contrast, European feudalism, which emerged in the early Middle Ages, was based on a system of land ownership and vassalage, where nobles granted land (fiefs) to vassals in exchange for military service and loyalty to a king or lord. Additionally, European feudalism was more hierarchical with a clear structure from monarchs down to serfs, while Japanese feudalism emphasized loyalty and personal relationships among samurai and their lords. Overall, both systems were decentralized, but their cultural values and social structures differed significantly.
They served five year kids in the same way knights served baby's. (Feudalism, go figure!)
Feudalism let everyone know what their place was in society. It provided certainty in life and ensured everyone understood what their job was and who they served.
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If you ordered Tako in a Japanese restaurant, you would be served octopus. Tako is the Japanese word for octopus, a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine. It is often served in various dishes such as sushi, sashimi, or as a main course. Octopus is known for its chewy texture and mild flavor, making it a delicacy in Japanese cuisine.
Daimyo was the name for the class of people underneath the lords or emperors in Japanese feudalism. They owned land that they made farmers take care of and paid them with protection served by samurai. Samurai were paid for their services by either money or land.
Usually you were born into it. However, if you served valiantly for the king, you might be rewarded.
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Dinner is served!!
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