Masterpiece of young Ken Watanabe. Samurai entertainment with action, pathos, and humor in the exotic visual beauty.
Despite being from a noble family, Zankuro Matsudaira (Ken Watanabe) is a gokenin (shogunal retainer) of the lowest rank with no role and a small payment. He is a famous playboy, but on the other hand, he is a sharp and stylish samurai, being an expert in swordsmanship. He supports his gluttonous mother’s food expenses by succeeding with his swordsmanship as a side job.