Inazo Nitobe a consacré sa vie à jeter des ponts sur le Pacifique, favorisant la compréhension entre le Japon et l'Occident, en particulier les États-Unis. Ses écrits plongent dans la pensée et la culture japonaises, dans le but de les présenter à un public international. Nitobe a exploré le développement du Japon à l'ère moderne et ses relations internationales. Son œuvre sert de pont culturel, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu de l'esprit japonais et de sa place dans le monde.
This edition combines two pivotal works on the Samurai Way: "Bushido: The Soul of Japan," which explores the enduring beauty of chivalry, and "The Book of Five Rings," which discusses various paths, emphasizing the warrior's acceptance of death. Both texts reflect the living essence of Japanese culture.
Chivalry in Japan is portrayed as a living force, akin to the cherry blossom, rather than a relic of the past. Despite the disappearance of the societal conditions that nurtured it, chivalry continues to influence the moral landscape, reminiscent of distant stars that still shine despite being gone. The author reflects on this enduring quality, drawing inspiration from Burke's poignant tribute to European chivalry, suggesting that its essence remains vital and impactful in contemporary society.