Shōji is romantically connected to Setsuko, though the nature of their quarrel is not explained. He gives up a job opportunity so a friend can take it, then accepts a position teaching English at a priests’ school in Tokyo. His imminent departure prompts Setsuko’s family to urge her to make peace and tell him how she feels.
An artist whose work is featured in the ikebana group’s exhibition and receives particular public attention and praise. Shôkichi is asked whether he would consider buying Tadokoro’s pieces, but Tadokoro vanishes as his work gains recognition. Hideko and Shôkichi locate four of his older works, while his whereabouts remain unknown.
A student who befriends Nobuchi and Shizu in Tokyo and regards Nobuchi as his tutor, addressing him as “Sensei.” After graduating, he returns to his countryside hometown because his father is critically ill. Nobuchi writes him a testament confessing his past and announcing his suicide; Hioki hurries back to Tokyo but arrives after Nobuchi has died.
Shōji Yasui has 57 screen credits in a career dating back to 1954. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Siberian Express with 1 titles. Signature works include The Burmese Harp, 命との対決, I told you so. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
