One of the two most brilliant strategic minds of the era. He is tasked with defending the Daimyo he personally despises, commanding a small but disciplined army against the incoming assassination squad.
Stealthy ninja assassin serving the Forgotten Eight, specializing in covert operations.
Wani is one of the guests at Kazuma Utagawa’s estate and becomes the victim of the first murder described in the summary. He is found dead in a locked room, prompting the guests to consider duplicate keys, a missing bell from Ayaka Utagawa’s indoor shoe, and the possibility that the killer was concealed inside. His death begins the investigation into the linked crimes.
A yakuza figure who hires Goro as a henchman, drawing him into a conflict between the Kiuchi and Izumi clans.
Shinkichi is Hiroko's friend and offers her a way to start over by divorcing Ryoichi. Hiroko rejects his suggestion, though she admits that she feels uncertain about her place in Ryoichi's family. The summary does not describe Shinkichi's involvement beyond this conversation or specify how he is connected to the family.
As Osaka Castle falls, Naoshige seizes Saga Castle from his lord and demands that a woman become his wife. When she refuses, he has her confined; her body is never found, and the marsh where she disappeared becomes feared as the Marsh of Curse.
A character associated with a police investigation into a marijuana trafficking organization.
A man caught up in an attempted arrest and police roundup in Tokyo's criminal gambling circles.
A wandering swordsman and companion of Jubei, Sunlight arrives with him to aid a clan facing disaster. Sunlight is one of the three Shadow Hunters enlisted in the sequel to secure delivery of an illegal cannon; the hunters must contend with an army trying to disrupt the transport and claim it.
Jun's controlling parent who confronts him about his car and relationship. He criticizes Keiko and threatens to force Jun to quit the snack bar unless he breaks up with her, triggering the fatal confrontation.
Ruthless captain of Danno Organization, manipulates rival gangs and advises Boss Danno.
An officer appearing in the story of a young group whose escapades turn toward robbery.
Ryōhei Uchida has 174 screen credits in a career dating back to 1952. Their work spans 27 cinematic universes — most prominently Yakuza Deka Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Bakeneko: A Vengeful Spirit, Black Ninja, 13 Assassins. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 27 universes
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