Bushido

Bushidō (武士道^?), meaning "Way of the Warrior-Knight", is a Japanese word for the way of the samurai life, loosely analogous to the concept of chivalry. It originates from the samurai moral code and stresses frugality, loyalty, martial arts mastery, and honor unto death.

The Bushidō code is typified by seven virtues:

• Rectitude (義 gi^?)
• Courage (勇氣 yūki^?)
• Benevolence (仁 jin^?)
• Respect (禮 rei^?)
• Honesty (誠 makoto^?)
• Honor (名誉 meiyo^?)
• Loyalty (忠義 chūgi^?)