Top 10 Most Effective JAPANESE Weapons In Feudal Japan

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    And here is the last top ten for this month, a follow up to the Top 10 Most Effective MEDIEVAL Weapons which I know you guys liked, on this video we will go through the most effective weapons used by samurai and ashigaru in Feudal Japan.
    The most iconic Japanese weapon is the katana; It is characterized by its particular appearance: a single-edged, curved blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip for grabbing with two hands.
    The first use of "katana" (gatana) as a word to describe a long sword that was different from a tachi occurs in the Kamakura Period (1185-1333).
    The katana became very popular amongst samurai due to the changing nature of close-combat warfare. The quicker draw of the sword was well suited to combat where victory depended heavily on short response times.
    The katana was often paired with a smaller companion sword, such as a wakizashi, or it could also be worn with the tantō, a smaller, similarly shaped dagger. The pairing of a katana with a smaller sword is called the daishō.
    The katana is generally defined as the standard sized, moderately curved (as opposed to the older "tachi" style featuring more curvature) Japanese sword with a blade length greater than 60 cm ( 23 1⁄2 inches).It is characterized by its distinctive appearance: a curved, slender, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard (tsuba) and long grip to accommodate two hands.
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  • @duranpredur1098
    @duranpredur1098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1381

    Top 10 most effective XXXXX weapons in feudal/classical XXXXX
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    1: The spear

    • @zabintasrik4488
      @zabintasrik4488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

      Meta

    • @chuckhoyle1211
      @chuckhoyle1211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +212

      Nothing beats a pointy stick in both simplicity and effectiveness. Fighting in ranks is a real thing.

    • @cyberserk5614
      @cyberserk5614 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      @Chuck Hoyle OOOHHH, A POINTED STICK YOU SAY?! WELL DON'T COME CRYING TO ME WHEN YOU HAVE BEEN ATTACKED WITH FRESH BERRIES!!

    • @duranpredur1098
      @duranpredur1098 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@cyberserk5614 Cmon you know fresh fruits have been ruled out for pretty much all of history.
      Usage of such weapons on the battlefield was never confirmed and if it did happen it was done by rogue commanders and soldiers, this is documented.

    • @cyberserk5614
      @cyberserk5614 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@duranpredur1098 You have been fooled to believe fresh fruit is a thing from a dark past. BUT I SAY IT'S STILL OUT THERE LURKING IN THE DARK WAITING FOR YOUNG, NAIVE FOOLS ARMED WITH NOTHING BUT A POINTED STICK!

  • @thorshammer8033
    @thorshammer8033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1625

    Ono. That's the first thought anyone would get seeing a crazy samurai running at you with an axe.

    • @ambuknight1567
      @ambuknight1567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Samurai charging the lines, with both Ono and Nagmiski Dual welding them.
      "ONO NAGMISKI!!" (sounds like a name )

    • @caedenkniep3528
      @caedenkniep3528 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      XD

    • @fakshen1973
      @fakshen1973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I was thinking more of an Oshi.

    • @danieloceansmith3156
      @danieloceansmith3156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thorshammer not wrong

    • @crgaming8102
      @crgaming8102 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      *Is this a jojo reference*

  • @resra45
    @resra45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2839

    If youtube was for honor:
    Metatron - samurai
    Skallagrim - Viking
    Shadiversity - knight

    • @resra45
      @resra45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +137

      @TheCrazyKid1381 🤦‍♂️whoosh

    • @userwashere
      @userwashere 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Who would be the Wu Lin?

    • @resra45
      @resra45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@userwashere oh good question 🤔

    • @MrSylvandragon
      @MrSylvandragon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Metatron would be a legionary, obviously XD

    • @resra45
      @resra45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@MrSylvandragon another whoosh* 🤦‍♂️

  • @Santisima_Trinidad
    @Santisima_Trinidad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +919

    "and that brings us neatly onto our next point, tanks"

    • @Dawn_Hika
      @Dawn_Hika 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Japanese tanks are crap tho

    • @Santisima_Trinidad
      @Santisima_Trinidad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@Dawn_Hika probably because Japan doesn't have good terrain for tanks, meaning investing into them is a low priority, so when they went attacking China their tank designs were largely just cobbled together.

    • @Seraphil1
      @Seraphil1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@Dawn_Hika The Japanese tanks like the Ha-Go and Chi-Ha were excellent when they were first produced(in many regards they were better than the equivalent American/German/British vehicles of the mid-30s,) but then war priorities shifted and Japan kept using these tanks way past their obsolescence date.

    • @S0viet0ni0n
      @S0viet0ni0n 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’ve heard this quote somewhere but I can’t remember where

    • @hermitcard4494
      @hermitcard4494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Top ten tanks used by samurais.

  • @kaijuslayer3334
    @kaijuslayer3334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1467

    Katana: *is not the highest ranked weapon*
    Weeaboos: “wait, that’s illegal.”

    • @grimarasikan8149
      @grimarasikan8149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      Nah man, I think there is at least one of them in the world that could show you his yari collection.
      He would probably also tell you that japanese yari can pierce european plate armour.

    • @karndisyodjit4090
      @karndisyodjit4090 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      @@grimarasikan8149 so I'll guest people like that somehow think samurai armour is stronger than knight armour consider the fact that yari can't even pieces through most Japanese armour.......

    • @Jaysolo1
      @Jaysolo1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Personally I like the gen5

    • @bleflar9183
      @bleflar9183 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I mean, feudal Japan is not really comparable with late medival europe.

    • @accendino2954
      @accendino2954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@bleflar9183 why would u even compare a tiny country to an entire continent?

  • @amang1001
    @amang1001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +431

    Somewhere Matt Easton is screaming "CONTEXT!!!!!"

    • @danieltaylor5231
      @danieltaylor5231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Somewhere Matt Easton is groaning over the lack of double entendres in the Yari section.

    • @-Zevin-
      @-Zevin- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@danieltaylor5231 *PENETRATION*

  • @ornitorrinco1346
    @ornitorrinco1346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +570

    1-Tanegashima matchlock
    2-Tanegashima matchlock
    3-Tanegashima matchlock
    4-Tanegashima matchlock
    5-Tanegashima matchlock
    6-Tanegashima matchlock
    7-Tanegashima matchlock
    8-Tanegashima matchlock
    9-Tanegashima matchlock
    10-Tanegashima matchlock

    • @gunjfur8633
      @gunjfur8633 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      An excellent blunt force weapon

    • @Santisima_Trinidad
      @Santisima_Trinidad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Firelocks are better than matchlocks, you can't change my mind.

    • @princekrazie
      @princekrazie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      *teppó

    • @kyleheins
      @kyleheins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yeah, I wouldn't want that as a melee weapon myself.

    • @TheStapleGunKid
      @TheStapleGunKid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Well yeah, just like cap and ball guns are better than flintlocks. But Matchlocks were the best most practical guns of their day.

  • @RANGER_M
    @RANGER_M 2 ปีที่แล้ว +258

    #6: An extremely refined weapon that took countless years to perfect, one of the strongest blades ever. Is revered around the world and a standard weapon in the kit of any samurai.
    #5: BIG STICK

    • @meyr1992
      @meyr1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Katana is literally a shitty backup single edged sword which was mostly used to strike unarmoured peasants. Not to mention that their iron wasn’t very good and it would snap a lot in battle. It’s only purpose was to show off

    • @lassim3111
      @lassim3111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@meyr1992 Thats a bit of an overreaction. Also it was a good sword, but not the best.

    • @EeveeWoot
      @EeveeWoot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      BIG STICK BREAK ARMOUR!

    • @DexHD31
      @DexHD31 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      7:14...you would think he is aiming for the head but nope...Straight to the crotch! **Critical Hit** 😵‍💫

    • @bazkoa5250
      @bazkoa5250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@meyr1992 There are 2 reactions to the Katana among weapon enthusiasts. It's either one of the most deadly and effective sword designs to have ever been crafted. Or it's overrated AF and far inferior to other blades of say; European or Chinese origin which are much more versatile and have better quality craftsmanship.

  • @pointynoodle
    @pointynoodle 4 ปีที่แล้ว +519

    Katana: takes skill to make, highly specialised weapon, capable of devastating cuts as well as stabs
    Kanabo: th-cam.com/video/gwxTZaa3NgI/w-d-xo.html
    Kanabo wins

    • @ctrlaltdebug
      @ctrlaltdebug 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Gotta get that sweet sweet AP bonus.

    • @CarlosSanchez-my7zg
      @CarlosSanchez-my7zg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kanabo or tetsubo, onibo has almost no documentation that it was actually used. Just demon pictures.

    • @eagle162
      @eagle162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@CarlosSanchez-my7zg actually they do and there are plenty of non-demon pictures.
      gunbai-militaryhistory.blogspot.com/2019/06/defeating-late-japanese-armor-tosei.html?m=1

    • @thegoose5294
      @thegoose5294 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thicc Sticc

    • @oniemployee3437
      @oniemployee3437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      When you, a skilled warrior, see an enormous man carrying what might as well be a tree, you run.
      Cut not hurt long time.
      Broken skull not hurt long time too, but different reason.

  • @ProcyonDei
    @ProcyonDei 4 ปีที่แล้ว +316

    Yes, "Ono!!" is what you yell when you see someone charging at you with an axe. :D

  • @thesexybatman263
    @thesexybatman263 4 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    4:28 ah yes, the tank. My favorite traditional japanese handheld weapon.

    • @christianalbertjahns2577
      @christianalbertjahns2577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You might want to learn Senshado, a traditional Japanese martial arts involving tanks

    • @nah2091
      @nah2091 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christianalbertjahns2577 he was joking btw

    • @christianalbertjahns2577
      @christianalbertjahns2577 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nah2091 so was I

    • @nah2091
      @nah2091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christianalbertjahns2577 O

    • @AverageUsernames
      @AverageUsernames 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      BANZAI

  • @JustSnowglow
    @JustSnowglow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +522

    After fighting the Shinobi Hunter, Seven Spears Ashina, and Isshin the "Sword" Saint, I agree that the yari belongs at number 1.

    • @sutonukarmakar7253
      @sutonukarmakar7253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      Isshin is also the "Glock" Saint...

    • @JustSnowglow
      @JustSnowglow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@sutonukarmakar7253 lol Isshin's yari backup is a katana and his katana backup is a glock.

    • @killerkraut9179
      @killerkraut9179 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Armour can change evrithing

    • @blairdurward4324
      @blairdurward4324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      The seven spears are no joke, them and shinobi hunter were the hardest mini bosses for me

    • @bichdao1808
      @bichdao1808 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you should try Shogun 2 to feel the power of yari .

  • @dustinakadustin
    @dustinakadustin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    It's actually quite cool in Ghost of Tsushima when you get surrounded by enemies with spears their constant thrusts make it nearly impossible to get out unscathed. Great video!!!

    • @e4ehco21
      @e4ehco21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      But that's what ghost tools are for

  • @domp2729
    @domp2729 4 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    Meta : number 1 is yari
    Me internally : *"MY NAME... IS GYOUBU MASATAKA ONIWA!"*

    • @fluffiddy6515
      @fluffiddy6515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      AS I BREATHE.... YOU WILL NOT CROSS THE CASTLE GATE

    • @mightyslime4120
      @mightyslime4120 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ive been looking for this comment

    • @alucarderipmavtube
      @alucarderipmavtube 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jugemu jugemu?

  • @franciscoguinledebarros4429
    @franciscoguinledebarros4429 4 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    3:48
    Bro so they literally named it BIG PHAT SWORD huh

    • @roys9882
      @roys9882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nodachi is the OG BFS

    • @charonstone6447
      @charonstone6447 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Well, in the west it's kinda the same: longsword, bastard sword...

    • @RaisTeuboh
      @RaisTeuboh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bruh, my friend name is called "Phat". Im not lying.

    • @amirferdhany3177
      @amirferdhany3177 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Rapiers? Smallswords? 😂Lol

  • @poopa854
    @poopa854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    10 Tanto 0:36
    9 Wakizashi 1:20
    8 Ono 2:36
    7 Nodachi 3:24
    6 Katana 5:25
    5 Kanabo 6:27
    4 Nagamaki 7:19
    3 Bisento 8:26
    2 Naginata 8:56
    1 Yari 9:56

    • @WhiteLight8514
      @WhiteLight8514 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      1. Tanegashima matchlock

    • @sanctum2fan
      @sanctum2fan 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      thx

  • @rhd26
    @rhd26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Me, unarmed: *sees ax weilding samurai charging me *
    Me: Ono

  • @rottenredhead6009
    @rottenredhead6009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    The Kanabo was also used for anti-calvary, being able to break horses legs.

  • @rainbowdash4898
    @rainbowdash4898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +487

    So basically the nodachi just means “Big Ass Sword.” Well okay then. 😎

    • @TerminusTartaros
      @TerminusTartaros 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Yep. Short term is BASS XD

    • @Alpha.Phenix
      @Alpha.Phenix 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@TerminusTartaros EPIC

    • @SuperNova-nl5eb
      @SuperNova-nl5eb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Think of it like this, a great sword and a katana had a child

    • @rainbowdash4898
      @rainbowdash4898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SuperNova999 you just had to take a stab at it, didn’t ya?😆

    • @rainbowdash4898
      @rainbowdash4898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ET Hardcorgamer Go Big or Die Hard Baby. 😎

  • @jasondevon481
    @jasondevon481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Number 11:The Bananaskinaki. Lay a banana skin on the floor after eating the inside to give you extra energy. Ensure that the banana skin is laid in the traditional, time honoured manner with the outer layer facing upward in the path of thine enemy. Watch with fascination as he falls to the floor, but be ready to finish him off with your bowl of diced avocados in the traditional fashion. Nice video, by the way.

  • @asgrahim9164
    @asgrahim9164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    Expected the Yari to be #1.
    I'm not disappointed.

    • @wumpusthehunted2628
      @wumpusthehunted2628 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Also naginata at number 2. Musashi said the difference between it and the yari was that a yari could be used to take prisoners.

    • @empereur_du_congoeddy-malo2286
      @empereur_du_congoeddy-malo2286 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yiarimazing

    • @MrDUneven
      @MrDUneven 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yari wall is the best ranged unit.

    • @danieloceansmith3156
      @danieloceansmith3156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Asgrahim so the Most effective weapon was a variant of the first weapon humans made huh?
      Makes you wonder how many other things that have been around for centuries that are underestimated today?

  • @duchi882
    @duchi882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +750

    Its unfortunate
    that many Japanese Weapons don't have Pommels
    they can't End their opponents Rightly

    • @chengkuoklee5734
      @chengkuoklee5734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      End them wrongly. That's the point!

    • @albertoiturra6231
      @albertoiturra6231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Historical Weapons YTChanels:...
      Comments: POMELS

    • @kreem3766
      @kreem3766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@chengkuoklee5734 That's a good one

    • @laughingkidd815
      @laughingkidd815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      No Honor!

    • @delanovanraalte3186
      @delanovanraalte3186 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thats stupid no pommels becouse you cant knock them out easily and you lose your grip easier

  • @dangduy9727
    @dangduy9727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    See a guy wielding an axe
    Ono

    • @user-vw8mq3lp1e
      @user-vw8mq3lp1e 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've seen that joke thousand of times but i still laughing

  • @harmonicarchipelgo9351
    @harmonicarchipelgo9351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    While it is hard to argue with the list for the most part, my favorite will always be the Kanabo/Testubo. Is it basically just a big stick? Yes, but that won't stop it from squishing you like a bug.
    Samurai 1: *has armour *
    Samurai 2: *has kanabo* "Cute outfit, I hope you won't mind me smashing it to pieces"

    • @h0m3st4r
      @h0m3st4r ปีที่แล้ว

      A big stick covered in metal studs or spikes and that weighs almost five times as much as any sword.

    • @radcut7404
      @radcut7404 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just really love hammers, so the kanabo became my fav right away

  • @grayfox6930
    @grayfox6930 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    *samurai rushing at you with a axe*
    You: oh no...

  • @simorote
    @simorote 4 ปีที่แล้ว +390

    Weeabo: "wow the japanese weapons are so elegant and beautiful!"
    Samurai: "6:30 mate! Give me that big stick mate!"

    • @armintor2826
      @armintor2826 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      'ate wood
      'ate bows
      'ate swords
      'luv me club
      'luv hittin pesants.
      Simple as.

    • @Vibakari
      @Vibakari 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Elegant and beautiful stick tho

    • @simorote
      @simorote 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@armintor2826 hahahaha! 🤣🤣

    • @custodianvrael6471
      @custodianvrael6471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      If ya can't cut 'im, CLOBBER HIM instead

    • @DapperCadaver611
      @DapperCadaver611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Oni Time

  • @sebastianlodge7549
    @sebastianlodge7549 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    “Mate pass me the big fat sword”

  • @akselbentsen3683
    @akselbentsen3683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I’ve been watching you for like 3-4 years

  • @caedenkniep3528
    @caedenkniep3528 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    6:04 When I saw that my eyes widened with amazement! That is so cool to have the logo on the sword!

    • @kingkuroneko7253
      @kingkuroneko7253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I saw the logo to

    • @Anino_Makata
      @Anino_Makata 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That sword was custom made for Metatron, and they gave him the option to have any symbol he wanted on any part of the blade. So of course, his logo on the habaki was obligatory.

    • @caedenkniep3528
      @caedenkniep3528 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Anino_Makata yeah, that's awesome.

    • @vigils
      @vigils 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anino_Makata Do you know where he ordered this custom katana and can i get one for myself?

    • @Anino_Makata
      @Anino_Makata 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@vigils He made a review video about it, a few months back. I'll scrounge around the channel, and edit the link in this comment once I find it.
      (EDIT: Found it!
      th-cam.com/video/HtHHXdRi76Y/w-d-xo.html)

  • @user-di9tj1of9h
    @user-di9tj1of9h 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    japanese version of Robert Baratheon with his warhammer at 7:10 crushing Rhaegar at the battle of the trident

  • @TrueMentorGuidingMoonlight
    @TrueMentorGuidingMoonlight 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    2:20 "Because they would start hitting stuff with the scabbard."
    *[Chunchunmaru flashbacks intensify]*

  • @cc0767
    @cc0767 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    3:30 when you need to defend against a mongol invasion by 4pm, but restore the roman republic at 6pm

  • @TurboSilke
    @TurboSilke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    10:23: yeah, spears are great but i wanna know more about that hammer!

    • @kylestanley7843
      @kylestanley7843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wooden mallets like that were more commonly used to break down doors than in actual fights, iirc. But of course, the odd warrior may be depicted with them. As for their name... ahh, I can't remember.

    • @TurboSilke
      @TurboSilke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well, some info is better then none! thanks!

    • @sirreginaldfishingtonxvii6149
      @sirreginaldfishingtonxvii6149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They were actually mostly used to klobbah that Kirby.

  • @kaptenlemper
    @kaptenlemper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    7:15 is that a Japanese woodcut version of the Battle of the Trident? Lol

    • @davidnerswick
      @davidnerswick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      OMG. The "Robert" figure even has stag horns on his helmet. Nice catch!

    • @Shiftinggers
      @Shiftinggers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes. Some guy draw the Battle of the Trident in Ukiyo-e style

    • @246vili
      @246vili 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Shiftinggers Yeah, you can see the Battle of the Trident reference just by looking at the flags of the two samurai.

    • @Adamcadabra91
      @Adamcadabra91 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My man! I thought I was the only one to catch that haha

    • @MudholHound
      @MudholHound 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is so exactly same , the symbolic representation the river the blow the weapon the colour of there clothes , everything

  • @Oversamma
    @Oversamma 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    My uneducated guess for the top 3 before watching the video:
    1 - Yumi bow
    2 - Yari spear
    3 - Tanegashima matchlock (Though of course its appearance only started in the 16th century)

    • @MagikarpUsedOmnisplash
      @MagikarpUsedOmnisplash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I'm dissapointed that the tanegashima was not mentioned even as an honorable mention. 🙁

    • @Oversamma
      @Oversamma 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Red Eagle Doesn't mean it's not an effective weapon that saw wide-spread use.

    • @sancturillore
      @sancturillore 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@MagikarpUsedOmnisplash Dude, Metatron said at the beginning of the video that he's going to make a separate list for ranged weapons and another one for Okinawan weapons. The Tanegashima will likely be in the ranged weapon list.

    • @sancturillore
      @sancturillore 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Red Eagle So? This is a ranking based on effectiveness, and effective it sure as hell was.

    • @benerdick_cumberbiatch
      @benerdick_cumberbiatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @Red Eagle a vastly improved version of a Portuguese weapon

  • @RedmarKerkhof
    @RedmarKerkhof 4 ปีที่แล้ว +260

    The most effective Japanese weapon is anime. I've seen it ruin many lives.

    • @CrysResan
      @CrysResan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      I thought that was hentai?

    • @htoodoh5770
      @htoodoh5770 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CrysResan lol

    • @Diversis-Primus
      @Diversis-Primus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's right, dude

    • @thenorthstarsamurai
      @thenorthstarsamurai 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It actually saved my life
      This weapon is like a lucky block from Minecraft

    • @IchCharacter
      @IchCharacter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@thenorthstarsamurai Saved your life? Not if you're playing Minecraft, it didn't.

  • @Sargonarhes
    @Sargonarhes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I was always fascinated by the Nodachi, but now that you've identified the Nagamaki and those Kanabo. I think I've found my favorite new Japanese weapons.

  • @akindatallmidget6508
    @akindatallmidget6508 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    In exhibit A we have the majestic katana, finely crafted by hand and made from the strongest metal.
    In exhibit B we have *a chunky stick*

  • @cesarvidelac
    @cesarvidelac 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    When you announced the video series about melee weapons, I instantly clicked the like button! The rest of the video, always excellent :)

  • @yetisnowmanthing3381
    @yetisnowmanthing3381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    2:37 Hitokiri
    3:24 Kensei
    5:30 Orochi
    6:29 Shugoki
    8:57 Nobushi
    For Honor for ya

  • @tsduali7516
    @tsduali7516 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    i'm so happy you include Tanto as one of the most effective weapons , no one talks about ' dagger ' that would be the main weapon used in melee in armored combat .

  • @SpectrumDT
    @SpectrumDT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for a great video, Metatron! Could you maybe elaborate on the nagamaki, naginata and nodachi? What are their pros and cons compared to each other? What are their roles? In what circumstances would warriors prefer one of these three over the others?

  • @jacktheripper774vods6
    @jacktheripper774vods6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I didn’t get notified for this video but i saw a kanabō and immediately clicked. Need more kanabō’s on this channel... and a link to buy one of those sweet full metal ones

  • @UserUser-ei9fb
    @UserUser-ei9fb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is soooooo gooooood! I love how precise information is. Well researched facts. I can tell you are a true fan of samurai culture. I am glad I discovered this channel.

  • @felixhuber7029
    @felixhuber7029 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was really astonished by the Robert Baratheon and Prince Rhaegar Artwork as you explained the Kanabo at 7:18. really cool!

  • @ariffarzmi5560
    @ariffarzmi5560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Kinda glad the Nagamaki got a place here. It's a very interesting weapon.

  • @HowDawgg
    @HowDawgg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    love ur stuff keep it comin man

  • @robertschlesinger1342
    @robertschlesinger1342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video. Very interesting, informative and worthwhile video.

  • @GrayJedi73
    @GrayJedi73 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Wakizashi was only worn by samurai that achieved a high status in a clan not just any samurai could wear one. Love your videos

  • @Ezyasnos
    @Ezyasnos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Miyamoto Musashi also preferred the Yari over the Naginata. Though I'm not sure whether the preference was inspired by 1vs1 fights, in contrast to battlefield fights. I can imagine that when battlefield fights get in close range, a Naginata might be preferable. It could be possible that the Yari was the preferred weapon because it could be made more cheaply and quickly, so Ashigaru armies could be raised quick.

  • @decasaint532
    @decasaint532 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    7:05, This is actually a battle scene from the ASOIAF books between Robert Baratheon and Prince Rhaegar Targaryen during the battle of the Trident River.

  • @steventcunliffe
    @steventcunliffe 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work on the video!

  • @Alte.Kameraden
    @Alte.Kameraden 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    *Crosses fingers closes eyes clicks play* Yari Yari Yari Yari Yari!

  • @The_King_Lynx
    @The_King_Lynx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ve had some use with a naginata since I went to a festival in Japan with some friends a year back or so, and I can understand why it’s such a good weapon.

  • @one-of-us9939
    @one-of-us9939 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very thoughtful job... Thx!

  • @FARACI1
    @FARACI1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Really enjoyed your knowledge.

  • @ChristianHernandez-yt
    @ChristianHernandez-yt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fun Fact: The blade of most of the samurai weapons are detachable. And some samurais swapped the nagamaki handle and the katana handle with the same blade.

  • @googletristinthefoxngamer4709
    @googletristinthefoxngamer4709 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Yes, some of the weapons that are based off of in For Honor are here in the Samurai class

    • @jailbreakius2906
      @jailbreakius2906 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think you got it backwards

    • @TheNomad2727
      @TheNomad2727 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jailbreakius2906 haha he does have it sdrawkcab

  • @tokiomitohsaka7770
    @tokiomitohsaka7770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video, Metatron. Would you consider making a video on the impact of the introduction of firearms in Japan on warfare strategies and armour?

  • @curtismain995
    @curtismain995 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Learned alot once again nice video 😁

  • @ShadesApeDJansu
    @ShadesApeDJansu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for the video and thank you for making it more exiting by bringing my favorite fantasy artist Tolkien and his elves to picture, even better my favorite anime One Piece with Whitebeard. This was very refreshing and still loyal to ancient sources, i am very pleased about this combination.

  • @yeetfeet731
    @yeetfeet731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    4:05
    What you feel like doing to your brother when he unplugs your PS4 as you were about to win

  • @jonathannelson72
    @jonathannelson72 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been waiting for this video

  • @kevinfog
    @kevinfog 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative video! Thank you!

  • @YukitoOnline
    @YukitoOnline 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    @Metatron
    Jumonji Yari and Kanabo/Tetsubo
    I'll mostly use the Jumonji Yari in combat because doing thrust, pulling and sweeping can be an attack with it.

    • @YukitoOnline
      @YukitoOnline 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @剣と刃物Swords And Cutlery
      It's too unwieldy for me, since the top is heavy and you need to hit with that specific part to effectively harm someone, also I'm limited with specific attack patterns with that weapon.
      The Kanabo/Tetsubo has enough reach, impact, and balance to stop anyone with any part of the weapon, and also attack patterns can vary with it.

    • @YukitoOnline
      @YukitoOnline 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @剣と刃物Swords And Cutlery
      My main problem with the Masakari is that it's still unwieldy for me due to the weight of the axe head. My attack patterns are also limited due to the weight of the axe head and how it is designed. The time I'll be using it is during sieges where I can breakdown wooden walls and doors.
      The Kanabo/Tetsubo is a good enough two-handed all arounder.

    • @gabzdark07
      @gabzdark07 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@YukitoOnline Get stronger. The masakari was not meant for mediocre warriors. The strength to wield it nimbly will be rewarded with unparalelled striking power, from which no armor will save you.
      That goes both for Nioh and real life honestly.

    • @YukitoOnline
      @YukitoOnline 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gabzdark07
      Meh, I'd might've already killed 2 people already with the Jumonji Yari before I could swing the Masakari.
      Plus I already got some informal training in Sojutsu via my Japanese uncle.
      Once you learned how to wield a Yari, even the basics, you'll love it~
      Thrusting, Sweeping and heck even "Pulling" is an attack with the Jumonji Yari.
      You'll also enjoy how to parry with the Yari.

    • @gabzdark07
      @gabzdark07 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@YukitoOnline I bet the Sohei could say the same about their axes. I'd never deny the effectiveness of the Yari spear, nor any large spear for that matter, but I also recognize that the higher strength requirement is well worth it. The dismounted knights favored a similar weapon called the Pollaxe, which was also quite heavy and evolved from the two-handed Dane Axe. These weapons lack the reach of a spear but make up for it with unrivaled striking power.
      In your case though, you're right to stick with the Yari if you prefer it. After all you already know Sojutsu, and it's better to excel at one thing than be mediocre with many.

  • @elzar5987
    @elzar5987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Everyone knows the katana is the best, not only in Japan but in the world.
    Could easily break any blunt, heavy long sword

    • @Transgender-ProphetMohammed
      @Transgender-ProphetMohammed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      and space and time. and has double chance of scoring critical hits.

    • @pointynoodle
      @pointynoodle 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok weaboo

    • @elzar5987
      @elzar5987 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pointynoodle I hope you noticed I was joking 😛

    • @pointynoodle
      @pointynoodle 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elzar5987 Oh ok good

  • @AndrewJTCooper-ks1ng
    @AndrewJTCooper-ks1ng 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love that you go into further detail about japanese weapons in detail.

  • @khaledbendhaou7765
    @khaledbendhaou7765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great knowledge.

  • @violetbliss4399
    @violetbliss4399 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've always loved the naginata. Ironically, I first encountered it in the Wheel of Time series, and only learned of the name that inspired it later. But I believe Robert Jordan loaned significantly from korean, chinese & japanese myths, among others.

  • @corruptedanimator
    @corruptedanimator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    the kanabo is often associated with oni which makes sense since it would require oni-like strength to properly wield it. I also like the fact that its basically a big stick lol

  • @Nidhoggrr
    @Nidhoggrr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting and informative as usual.

  • @jack66648
    @jack66648 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your channel instantly love it good content

  • @tsarzamancorpdna
    @tsarzamancorpdna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    So Nodachi = thicc sword?

  • @SilverforceX
    @SilverforceX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    There's a constant misconception about the Yumi or bow, in warfare, the Yumi differs greatly to the ceremony bow that we all are used to. The longer and more layered composite Yumi or called War Yumi, has a draw weight of ~150 lbs, similar to a good Longbow.

  • @betawarier346
    @betawarier346 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are well researched

  • @faysalahmed1177
    @faysalahmed1177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos keep up the good work

  • @Shiftinggers
    @Shiftinggers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    7:17
    Ah yes the famous Battle of Toridento

  • @thedukeofskull1383
    @thedukeofskull1383 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I read years ago that during one battle a samurai was going across a destroyed bridge ( one of the log beams). He had a naginata,
    they shot arrow after arrow at him. He deflected every arrow with such skill that both sides had samurai stopping and watching in amazement. After the battle they counted the arrows that were in his armour, there were 89 arrows stuck in his armour.

    • @edi9892
      @edi9892 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've come across the number 89 before in a different context and it seemed to have some mythical relevance.

    • @thedukeofskull1383
      @thedukeofskull1383 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is interesting to know, I'm going to have to check that out. 👍

    • @thedukeofskull1383
      @thedukeofskull1383 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Joe Blow they said that he deflected all the arrows.
      But, they could have SAID that he lived just to boast moral of the troops. Even if he lived, it must not have felt too good with all those arrows sticking in the amour. 😛

    • @pedroivantaveraferreira3037
      @pedroivantaveraferreira3037 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @This Dude quarterstaff is a weapon of mythical creatures able to defeat gods (look at Son Goku tale). If someone say a guy with a quarterstaff wiped out a panzer battalion in WW2 I wouldn't call lier

    • @pedroivantaveraferreira3037
      @pedroivantaveraferreira3037 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@edi9892 88 counts on buddhist "collars"? There is a secret door in reremaster of Shadow of the Colossus (PS4) that opens after you find 89 secret items

  • @LancetFencing
    @LancetFencing 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your the best of the medieval information you tubers!

  • @DonatoVicenti
    @DonatoVicenti 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    so interesting! I really apprecciated also your kanji examination. Grazie ^^

  • @nougan_tanker
    @nougan_tanker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for a very interesting and informative video. I do want to point out that the painting you show at 3:03 is actually not a rendition of a Japanese Samurai.
    The Kanji (Chinese characters) at the upper right hand corner of the picture (in black characters) says "Five Tiger Generals", "Ma Chao". He is a famous general of the Shu Kingdom during the Three Kingdoms period of China.

    • @TONEDEAFSOUND
      @TONEDEAFSOUND 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ma chao is the goat

  • @theseafoodjedi8445
    @theseafoodjedi8445 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the game of thrones reference 7:12

    • @kylestanley7843
      @kylestanley7843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds awful vague to be a reference to anything. The man speaks the truth.

    • @theseafoodjedi8445
      @theseafoodjedi8445 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kylestanley7843 I meant the image

  • @oaooo8691
    @oaooo8691 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    7:12 Robert vs Rheagar. Nice!

  • @justinmckay6309
    @justinmckay6309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing videos I love your videos Metatron

  • @hoozentroger
    @hoozentroger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think its a pretty good list. The effectiveness of the weapon also depends on the skill of the wilder so longer weapons are much more effective for less skilled warriors. While a master swordsman can also rock a Katana.

  • @elzar5987
    @elzar5987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What is the difference between a nodachi and an odatchi?
    Are they the same sword?

  • @nishidohellhillsruler6731
    @nishidohellhillsruler6731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Jumonji Yari is my favorite. Nice video.

  • @Foxxie0kun
    @Foxxie0kun 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love how all of these in some way or another (With the exception of Kanabo and Tanto) are represented in Nioh and Nioh 2.
    Wakizashi are typically the smaller off-hand sword in dual katana, while the Yari, Naginata, and Bisento are all styles one can get of the "spear" weapon type, and then there's axes/hammers, and then Nodachi/Odachi/Nagamaki in the Odachi weapon type.
    I also like how Nioh also incorporates battle stances with fitting attack speeds and animations for each stance. High Stance odachi attacks are very commonly vertical slashes for example.

  • @cheesegyoza
    @cheesegyoza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If anyone here ever saves or has enough money to go to Japan I highly recommend going there. I was stationed in Misawa and loved it.

  • @NoName-rp2qo
    @NoName-rp2qo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    3:03 it is a Chinese general in the Eastern Han dynasty called Ma Chao(马超), not a samurai, and i don't know why it is a Japanese painting

    • @kokos4947
      @kokos4947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Koen Schult how weet je dat dat Ma Chao is?

    • @nebfer
      @nebfer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I believe the story of China's Three Kingdoms period is well known all across Asia and has been for a long time.

    • @FalconWindblader
      @FalconWindblader 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, saw that to be out of place as well. i was wondering what's a Chinese painting doing here.

    • @NoName-rp2qo
      @NoName-rp2qo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      btw, why is he wielding an axe?He was supposed to be wielding a spear called 虎头湛金枪(i dunno its English name, and i don't trust Google Translate, it probably means golden tiger head spear or something like that)

  • @sierrawhite5552
    @sierrawhite5552 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Naginata was fun to practice with especialy since we shared practice hours with the local Kendo club, and we had a few friendly (and a lil goofy) cross over sparing rounds. Though they where not overly fond ove the fact we Naginata users trained a somewhat fair deal at striking feets and legs.

  • @-Zevin-
    @-Zevin- 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Metatron, great video as usual! I don't know if you covered it previously but what is up with some Tanto coming with a smaller thinner knife or chop sticks together in the scabbard? Was this for eating and was it commonly done historically? Was the Tanto used similarly in Japan as daggers were in Europe, carried by common people as a every day carry multi purpose tool for eating, and self defense?

  • @salamut2202
    @salamut2202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    @7:10 wait, is that Robbert Baratheon killing Rhaegar Targaryen?

    • @MrSasaBond
      @MrSasaBond 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It definitely is

  • @MagikarpUsedOmnisplash
    @MagikarpUsedOmnisplash 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You left out ki blasts

  • @vivalarevolucion9
    @vivalarevolucion9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm very glad to see the nagamaki in this list! :D

  • @merlin1464
    @merlin1464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just ordered a custom Kanabo, can’t wait.

  • @hansybarra
    @hansybarra 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You know that you can make your nodachi a more wieldy sword by wrapping the middle part and make it a Nagamaki-Nodachi.

  • @Red-S-267
    @Red-S-267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When I was younger I loved katana. Now I just love the look of Naginata and and Yari

    • @Red-S-267
      @Red-S-267 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jen Weare a trained warrior coming at me with weapons made to kill? I would very much think so.

  • @cesarvidelac
    @cesarvidelac 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you talk more about the Nagamaki in a future video? I am pretty sure I've seen photos and illustrations depicting recycled Naginata blades using nagamaki hilts, wuld be interesting to know more about this weapon. Great video as always!

  • @Riceball01
    @Riceball01 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much better than your last sponsored video. You actually went into a decent amount of detail on this one. Well done.
    Btw, do you play WoT or WoWs yourself? Because, if you do, I'm sure that your subscribers that play themselves, would probably like to play with or against you in either of these games, assuming that, they too, also play on the EU server which is where, I'd assume, that you'd be playing on.