Japanese Family Crest: List of the Lineage Symbols
2017年8月7日 · However, in Japan, every family has its own crest which is called Kamon in Japanese. Its design is unique and sophisticated, and each has its meaning. We will take a look at Kamon’s history, some famous samurai family crests, and various scenes we see Kamon today.
Samurai Kamon: Seven Notable Samurai Family Crests
2022年12月5日 · 1. ODA NOBUNAGA (1534-1582): Samurai Kamon. Oda Nobunaga was a man who nearly unified the country in a single lifetime. Nobunaga’s uniqueness lies not only in the fact that he unified the samurai society, but also in the fact that he broke the balance among the samurai, court nobles, and Buddhist powers.
“Kamon”: Japan’s Family Crests - nippon.com
2023年2月10日 · Japanese family crests known as kamon were first used by the aristocracy over a thousand years ago, but over time they were adopted by samurai, merchants, and many others. Today, there are...
The crests usually feature various flowers with strong roots (paulownia), leaves, crane and pine tree that represents longevity. The crest that looks like 3 swirls, mitsudomoe, is the common crest in Japan. It is used on the roof tiles of shinto temples, on …
Mon (emblem) - Wikipedia
The mon themselves can be either formal or informal, depending on the formality of the kimono, with formality ranging from the most formal 'full sun' (hinata) crests to the least formal 'shadow' (kage) crests.
Kamon Chronicles: The Secrets of Japanese Family Crests
2024年8月29日 · There were originally 241 official samurai crests, which expanded to about 5,000 major kamon in Japan, and today, potentially over 20,000 in use, in part due to a resurgence of interest among the younger generation in Japan to rediscover their …
The Art of Kamon: Discovering Japan’s Timeless Family Crests
2024年5月16日 · The takanoha crest, depicting the feathers of hawks, symbolizes heightened awareness and martial prowess. It illustrates the vigilance and the swift decisiveness required of samurai. This crest was popular among warrior families, emphasizing the skills and the spiritual readiness expected of them.
The Artistry of Japanese Kamon (Family Crests) | Japan Up Close
2023年12月22日 · The Kamon served a multitude of purposes. Not only did they denote lineage, but they were also utilized in battle, adorning flags, armors, and even garments of the samurai, Japan's respected warrior class.
Exploring Japanese Clan Crests: Symbols & History
2024年1月27日 · Discover the rich history and symbolism behind Japanese clan crests, known as kamon, and their significance to samurai and Japanese family heritage.
Exploring the Symbols and Meanings of Japanese Mon
2024年2月2日 · The use of symbolic crests emerged among powerful samurai families during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE). They first adorned flags and banners carried into battle for identification. During subsequent eras, mon spread beyond samurai to aristocratic houses and merchant families.