Bushido

More about Bushido

Samurai Women as Part of the Social Class:
All women born into samurai families were considered part of the samurai class, and therefore, were expected to uphold the Bushido code.
Training and Expectations:
While women were not necessarily trained in the same martial arts as men, they were expected to be capable of defending their homes and families, and were often trained in weapons like the naginata.
Emphasis on Loyalty and Duty:
Bushido virtues like loyalty, duty, and self-sacrifice were expected of women as well, though within the context of their roles as wives, mothers, and caretakers.
Examples of Women Warriors:
While not common, there were instances of women who actively participated in combat, such as Tomoe Gozen in the 12th century and Akai Teruko in the 16th.
Wartime Roles:
During wartime, samurai women often took on roles like caring for the wounded, feeding soldiers, and defending the home.