Spring Festival in Akaiwa

Description

A governor's life is not an easy one. It is spring when everything starts going wrong for Akitada. The town is full of unruly festival visitors, three brutal murders remain unsolved when the suspects depart, and two rice merchants plot to defraud his province. When his own retainer rebels and embarks on a murderous vendetta, complaints multiply and Akitada faces not only dismissal but his family turns against him. In a desperate attempt to redeem himself, he risks his career and almost loses his life.