Harsh administrator of the manorial estate where the children are enslaved. Known for brutalizing captives and branding escapees. He initially resists Zushiō’s governorial edict but is ultimately arrested. Following the manor’s destruction by freed slaves, he and his family are exiled.
Ishun is a wealthy grand scroll-maker and Mohei's employer, whose greed, infidelity, and abuse of power drive the central conflict. He pressures Otama, mistreats Osan, pursues the fugitives through financial threats, and is eventually banished and stripped of his wealth.
The management figure overseeing the daily operations of the Dreamland establishment, representing the structural authority within the Yoshiwara district.
Isehama is a much older patron of Chiyo. Kimicho turns to him after deciding that Yamashita cannot provide the money needed to prevent the family’s eviction. Her pursuit of Isehama is part of her determined effort to secure 200,000 yen, placing him at the center of the conflict between Kimicho, Yamashita, and Chiyo.
Supporting character assisting with case details or evidence gathering.
Supporting character, likely a police officer or official in the investigation.
A religious traveler on the road who is later revealed to be a notorious thief in disguise. He is accidentally captured by Kojūrō and Genpachi, leading to a dispute over credit with the local authorities.
Yamazaki is the local farmer whose orchard is said to contain 460 drums of gasoline. He takes part in the initial digging, continues the search after the others give up, and recognizes the apparent romance between Yuzo and his daughter. He asks the professor to act as a matchmaker for their possible wedding.
Yoshizo Fujino is a business acquaintance of Ayako's employer and later becomes Ayako's admirer. He protects her at the public confrontation by claiming she is his date, gives her money for her brother's tuition, and then demands it back after she leaves him. His report to the police leads directly to Ayako's questioning.
Minor associate in the gang hierarchy
Shopkeeper who supplies provisions and local intelligence to traveling officials.
Veteran gambler and financial manager, crucial for funding clan operations.
Eitarō Shindō has 288 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Their work spans 13 cinematic universes — most prominently Tōyama no Kin-san Collection with 10 titles. Signature works include Pleasant Company, Boss Takes to the Road, Chikamatsu Monogatari. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 13 universes
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