{"id":1690,"date":"2022-01-16T21:01:01","date_gmt":"2022-01-16T13:01:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atomic-temporary-181982033.wpcomstaging.com\/?page_id=1690"},"modified":"2026-02-02T17:16:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T09:16:35","slug":"guide-on-shinsengumi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shinsengumijapan.com\/en\/book\/guide-on-shinsengumi\/","title":{"rendered":"SHINSENGUMI BOOK"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A GUIDE ON SHINSENGUMI –
THE BACKGROUND AND MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the twilight of the Tokugawa shogunate, as Japan stood on the brink of revolution and transformation, a group of warriors emerged\u2014resolute, disciplined, and unflinchingly loyal. They were the Shinsengumi.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Formed in 1863 under the leadership of Kond\u014d Isami and Hijikata Toshiz\u014d, the Shinsengumi began as a small unit tasked with protecting Shogun Tokugawa Iemochi during his visit to Kyoto. Sponsored by Matsudaira Katamori, the lord of Aizu-han, these samurai, initially known as the R\u014dshigumi, soon rose to prominence following their decisive roles in events such as the Ikedaya Incident and the 18 August Coup. Their bravery, strict discipline and tragic fates etched them into legend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Japan plunged into civil conflict, the Shinsengumi remained steadfast in their devotion to the shogunate, even as tides turned against them. Many fought to the bitter end, embodying the spirit of Bushid\u014d, the samurai code of honour. Their courage, sacrifice and unwavering loyalty continue to capture imaginations around the world, earning them a revered place in the records of Japanese history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This book, A Guide on Shinsengumi \u2013 The Background and Management<\/strong>, offers an accessible and richly illustrated introduction to the formation, internal structure and legendary figures of the Shinsengumi. Adapted from the acclaimed Chinese-language title \u300a\u5e55\u672b\u82f1\u5091 \u2013 \u65b0\u9078\u7d44\u300b(Stephane Lun<\/mark><\/mark><\/a><\/strong> \u8457) by Stephane Lun<\/mark><\/a><\/mark><\/strong>, the English edition is equally well received with rich information supplemented with rare photographs, artefact images and on-site historical remains that vividly bring the Shinsengumi\u2019s world to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s Inside<\/h4>\n\n\n\n


The book is thoughtfully organized into 37 concise and engaging sections, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n