Questions tagged [edo period]
How were dogs used in the Japanese feudal era?
Category: Dogs in History
Dogs played a significant role in Japanese feudal society, particularly during the Edo period (1603-1868), when Japan was under the rule of the Tokugawa shogunate. Their uses were diverse, ranging from practical applications in hunting and guarding to symbolic and cultural roles in art and folklore....
How were dogs used in the Edo Period’s military?
Category: Dogs in History
During the Edo Period in Japan (1603-1868), dogs played a unique and multifaceted role in military and societal contexts. While they were not as prominently featured in warfare as horses or other animals, dogs were valued for their versatility, loyalty, and specific skills that made them useful in b...