Katsuyuki Nakamura

Based on the true story of Yamashita Kiyoshi, a brilliant artist who passed away in 1971 at the age of 49. He is often regarded as the "Japanese equivalent to Van Gogh." Delves into interesting encounters, heartwarming moments, and Yamashita's likable personality as documented in his diary and through Harie (a traditional Japanese paper-cutting technique).

Echizen Fukui Domain. Futago Rokubei (Watase Tsunehiko), who backs down even at the sight of a gecko, is called "Coward Samurai" by others. His sister Kane (Konoha Noko) blames him for not having any marriage proposals. One day, the lord's martial arts instructor, Nito Kouken (Go Wakabayashi), kills one of the lord's attendants, Kano (Shigero Shirai), and flees, leading...