One of two cowardly and greedy peasants who initially join the Yamana clan. After discovering hidden gold, he partners with Matashichi to guide General Rokurota and Princess Yuki across enemy territory. His selfish actions repeatedly endanger the group, but he survives the journey. At the end, he is arrested for arguing over the lost gold, receives a single ryō from the princess, and laughs at his ironic fortune.
They are travel companions whose cooperation repeatedly survives fear, greed, and quarrels.
Tahei and Matashichi leave their homes together, reunite as prisoners, and later help transport the hidden gold across enemy territory.
Tahei becomes an unwitting escort for Yuki during the dangerous crossing.
Tahei travels with the group carrying the hidden gold while Princess Yuki is escorted toward Hayakawa in disguise.
The Guard represents the military authority repeatedly controlling Tahei's movement.
Yamana soldiers capture Tahei during the journey and later detain him near the border.
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