
Zatoichi comes upon the town of Tonda, overrun by gangsters. Using one of his favorite techniques, Zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. It turns out a blacksmith named Senzo examines Zatoichi's cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor. Senzo discovers the sword is at the end of its usefulness and will break when it is used next.
Zatoichi

Oshizu

Seikichi

Umazo

Oharu

Senzo

Oryu

Omatsu the maid
Shinnosuke

Ronin

Seisuke Kuwayama

Iwagoro

Zato

Noodle Shop Owner

Hanzo the dice player

Mosuke
Otane

Matsu
Genbei Shimotsukeya
