culture   Japan
statement   Seppuku, a form of ritual suicide, was historically practiced by samurais in Japan to restore honor or avoid dishonor.

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3 seppuku Japan Historical ritual suicide performed by samurai to restore honor. 1
4 seppuku (harakiri) Japan Historical samurai ritual for restoring honor or avoiding capture 1
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