Noble samurai and political ally involved in court intrigues and investigations.
Kenzô Nakazato is a scientist at the Nakazato Chemical Laboratory who investigates invisibility and records the drug's irreversible and violent effects. He vanishes after announcing that he will test it on himself, but is later revealed to be alive and held in a secret basement. His research also causes his conflict with Shunji Kurokawa.
Initially viewed as a suspect by a pursuing policeman, Tōzaburō is actually a grieving father. He uses money originally intended to rescue his own deceased daughter from prostitution to instead save Otane from the same fate.
Younger brother of rival master, competes for Sayo's affection in sequel.
Monk or religious practitioner providing guidance during spiritual trials.
Minor cameo role in the revenge storyline
Rival clan leader, ambitious and ruthless in the power struggle for Shimizu.
Ryūnosuke Tsukigata has 233 screen credits in a career dating back to 1925. Their work spans 17 cinematic universes — most prominently Bored Hatamoto Collection with 9 titles. Signature works include Man-Slashing Horse-Piercing Sword, Knightly Advice, Yakuza G-Men. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 17 universes
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