Japanese family crests.

The crests later developed into more complex designs as sons carried on the family crest and added their own variations to the design.

Cool Family Crests
A great selection of Japanese family crests.

The Kura
Pictures of rare, old Japanese cloth covers featuring crests and motifs.

Samurai Archives
History, timelines, genealogies, banners, crests and other information about the Japanese Samurai.

Sue Boone Quilts
Sue Boone uses the Japanese crests and motifs in her innovative quilts.