Feudal Japan

3. The warrior class in feudal Japan , known for their martial skills and adherence to the code of Bushido
5. A form of Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and intuition rather than ritual worship or study of scriptures
9. The capital city of Japan during the Heian period, now known as Kyoto
10. the social and economic system in medieval Japan, where land was exchanged for military service and loyalty
12. The indigenous spirituality of Japan, focusing on ritual practices to connect with kami (spirits or gods)
13. a worker who practices a trade or handicraft : a craftsperson
14. Powerful territorial lords who controlled large landholdings and commanded private armies

1. The military government led by the shogun, also known as the shogunate
2. Private, tax-free estate owned by nobles, monks, and samurai, contributing to the decentralization of power
4. a buyer and seller of commodities for profit
6. The ceremonial and spiritual leader of Japan, regarded as a descendant of the sun goddess Amaterasu
7. any member of a class of persons who till the soil as small landowners or as farmers
8. the quality or state of being noble in character, quality, or rank
11. The military ruler of Japan. who held actual power while the emperor was a ceremonial figure