Kenichi is Oyuki's son and one of the two children in the family she shares with Shunsaku. The plot summary places him among the children with whom Shunsaku is happy in the countryside. After briefly accompanying Kimiko to Tokyo, Shunsaku returns to Oyuki and their children, the family life Kimiko comes to accept he will not leave behind.
The second son in the Ishimura family, Genji is one of the three eldest sons who began working in a factory after elementary school. His wages help sustain the family, and he is among the younger brothers who rejoice when their father agrees to accept his sons' decisions about their futures.
Kaoru Itō has 20 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Learn from Experience Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The War at Sea from Hawaii to Malaya, Keshô yuki, Iron Brothers. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
