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Myths Busted: 15 Facts About Japan’s Real Ninja Clans

5. Samurai and Ninja Were Not Mortal Enemies

5. Samurai and Ninja Were Not Mortal Enemies
Samurai and ninja collaborated in feudal Japan, blending martial skills with covert intelligence.

Contrary to popular belief, samurai and ninja were not mortal enemies. In reality, their roles often overlapped, with ninja frequently employed by samurai lords for espionage and sabotage. This collaboration blurred the lines between the two classes, as ninja provided critical intelligence and covert operations that complemented the samurai’s martial prowess.

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