The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi

Name: S01:E03 - The Anniversary of Someone's Death, Bell of Life
Genre: Action, Foreign/International
Duration: 46 min 49 s
Cast: Shintaro Katsu etc.

Season 1 Episode 3 - The Anniversary of Someone's Death, Bell of Life

47 min

Action · Foreign/International

Zatoichi defends the Akikusa family against ruthless assassins. He spares one and they embark on a journey together, confronting their pasts.

Subtitles: English

Starring:Shintaro Katsu etc.

Directed by:Shintaro Katsu

S01:E01 - Do-or-Die Situation

Zatoichi crosses paths with Tatsuzo, a former gambler, on their way to Ashio, a copper mining town. There, a tale of love, betrayal, and revenge unfolds.

S01:E02 - Yellow Patrinias Blooming in Lullabies

Zatoichi befriends Tarokichi, a boy with a secret, and embarks on a journey full of challenges, deceit, and unexpected companions, all while being pursued by a ruthless family.

S01:E03 - The Anniversary of Someone's Death, Bell of Life

Zatoichi defends the Akikusa family against ruthless assassins. He spares one and they embark on a journey together, confronting their pasts.

S01:E04 - Bound Kannon Passing Journey

Ichi aids Okoma in her search amidst gambling town chaos, facing Shimokura and defeating yakuza and ronin, including Hachiju, to bring peace.

S01:E05 - The Unfeeling Cried for Mercy

Tensions escalate between rival families. Zatoichi helps siblings, bonds with a fellow blind ronin, but faces danger as Gennoshin is manipulated.

S01:E06 - Heavy Rain

Former lovers reunite in a world of human trafficking. Zatoichi battles a vengeful killer. Osei steals his cane for revenge.

S01:E07 - A Bird Caught on Ichi

Hanpei, a bird watcher for a clan, befriends Zatoichi. Hanpei's enemy plots against him. Zatoichi helps but faces threats. Hostages are taken, and Zatoichi intervenes alone.

S01:E08 - Lost Flower

Zatoichi rescues Okiku, and they masquerade as a couple. While Okiku admires him, Matsuzo's advances disrupt their peace, and enemies close in on them.

S01:E09 - Two Zatoichi

Zatoichi encounters a surprising fake, Ichimatsu. Manipulated by Okei, he impersonates Zatoichi. Tensions rise as the Kawabata family targets "Zatoichi."

S01:E10 - The Yagura Drum Wailed in the Wind

Zatoichi aids struggling sumo wrestler Daihachi, setting off a chain of unexpected events, leading to a quest for a lost mentor and facing dangerous adversaries.

S01:E11 - Whirlwind of the Kisoji

In Narai village, a corrupt boss forces villagers into narcotics trade. Zatoichi, wounded, finds allies in a doctor and his daughter. A life-saving surgery tests their bonds.

S01:E12 - Soft-Skinned Moral Code

Zatoichi meets Osei, a woman disguised as a man seeking revenge in Annaka town. Love and vengeance clash, sparking unexpected twists and confrontations.""

S01:E13 - 1000 Ryo Lottery That Danced in the Sea Breeze.

After Shinsuke's release, a lottery ticket win leads to unexpected trouble. Loyalty and betrayal unfold as Ichi helps Shinsuke against an old ally.""

S01:E14 - Baby Fight Journey

Zatoichi's act of kindness leads to unintended consequences. He cares for a baby while facing threats and betrayal, striving to deliver it to its father.

S01:E15 - The Festival Song of the Eyeless Raven

Zatoichi helps a desperate man, Unokichi, but tragedy strikes. He meets Unokichi's sister Oito and her son, leading to love and a clash with yakuza seeking revenge.""

S01:E16 - Akagi Down

Chuji Kunisada rebels against oppression, hides on Mount Akagi, and forms alliances. As conflicts unfold, Zatoichi joins the quest for justice.""

S01:E17 - The Setting Sun Burned on the Bride's Pass

Love, oppression, and intrigue intertwine as Isozaki covets Ochika, leading to a desperate struggle involving Zatoichi and a mysterious hitman.

S01:E18 - Taking a Shortcut

Two lonely souls, Seitaro and Ohatsu, find love and danger on an unexpected journey. Zatoichi steps in to protect their newfound happiness.

S01:E19 - Saw a Rainbow in Hometown

Sokichi returns to his hometown to find his family's restaurant turned into a brothel. With Zatoichi's help, he battles to protect his loved ones from a wicked owner's schemes.

S01:E20 - The Female Boss and the Wolves

Zatoichi joins the Kariba family. Ocho struggles to maintain the family business amidst tensions with the Matsubaya family. Kosuke's return sparks conflict.

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