| A | B |
|---|
| Emperor | Respected as a god-like figure; a symbol of the state; did not directly rule/interact with government regularly |
| Shogun | The military leader of Japan; seen as the real power/leader of Japan |
| Daimyos | Wealthy land owners; similar to nobles in Europe |
| Samurai | Warriors who held to a strict code of honor |
| Bushido | The Way of the Warrior; a Samurai's Code of Honor and Guide to Life |
| Peasants | Farmers and fishermen who produced food for society |
| Artisans | Skilled craftspeople |
| Merchants | The lowest class in Japan because they did not produce anything |
