THE 47 RONINChushingura – A Vow in the Winter Snow

Episode 1

He Drew His Sword. No One Ever Knew WhyThe Pine Corridor Incident

Edo Castle, the 14th day of the Third Month, 1701. Lord Asano is already strained by the great duty of hosting the Emperor's envoys. In the Pine Corridor he suddenly draws his blade on Lord Kira, the master of ceremonies who has been tutoring him in the ritual. Kajikawa happens to be standing there and grabs him from behind, and the blow falls short. Asano tells no one why he did it.