This is a very interesting story too! I have heard about Noh Drama in the past, mainly related to Takuan Soho and Miyamoto Musashi, I have read they were both big fans. I will look into Atsumori.
I will also look into Tairano Atsumori, if he is one of your favourite Bushi that will surely mean he is a warrior to be held in high esteem!
So from the 25th to the 1st of July I'll be having my third term examinations. Let's move it, guys!(笑)
By the way, I think that Mr. Barack Obama is a very proficient student of the arts of Zen and Bushido. I think he needs to practice with chopsticks to become the next Miyagi Sensei!(笑)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZYE_Y80PeU
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