Ichiro Ep2: Drama Notes

Ep. 2: "Departure Now"

Episode Synopsis: Onodera Ichiro (Nagayama Kento) is trying to fulfill his role as chief attendant of the Sankin-kotai, while relying on the accounts written by his ancestors in the book, "Records of the March". He is determined to bring back the original and traditional style of the procession. First off, he is to gather the right number of people necessary for the traditional journey. Thus, he persuades storehouse official, Sakuma Kanjuro (Fujimoto Takahiro) to join him in the march. He also asks for the journey's funding through the House's treasurer, Kokubu Shichizaemon (Ishiguro Ken), the father of Kaoru (Matsuura Miyabi). However, unbeknownst to Ichiro, House Gaurdian, Shogen (Shiro Sano) who is bent on usurping the seat of the House, is trying to prevent his movements. Meanwhile, Suzu (Mimura), wife of House Head Sakyonodaibu (Watanabe Dai), anxiously awaits for her husband's safe arrival in Edo...
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