What is a japanese samurai ?

Samurai, a member of the Japanese warrior caste. Samurai were expected to live according to Bushido (“The Way of the Warrior”), a strict ethical code influenced by Confucianism that emphasized loyalty to one’s lord, respect for one’s superiors, ethical behavior in all spheres of life, and complete self-discipline. Honor was the most important thing in a samurai’s life. If a man lost his honor, he was to commit suicide rather than live in shame. A samurai could lose his honor by disobeying an order, losing a battle, or failing to protect his master.