Otogi Zoshi: The Legend of Magatama

A solemn, myth-tinged quest that shifts between ancient and modern, rewarding patience with quiet tragedy and elemental mystery.

Created by

Hideyo Yamamoto, Jun Takahashi

Genres

Animation, Action & adventure, Drama

Starring

Kumi Sakuma, Kan Tokumaru, Kenta Miyake

Overview

The time is 972 A.D. in Kyoto, the capital of ancient Japan. Kyoto is becoming a corrupt and run-down city; selfish samurai and onmyoji, who care only about gaining political power are everywhere. To make matters worse the city is suffering from famine and widespread disease. Unable to ignore the condition of the city any longer, the Imperial Court decides to send Minamoto no Raiko, a famous samurai well-known for his archery skills, to recover a legendary gem said to hold mysterious power to save the world. However Raiko also falls ill to disease. Instead his youngest sister, Hikaru, decides secretely to make the journey in his place. Hikaru meets many people, and has many adventures while on her trip for the legendary gem.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, tense and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Fate, love, betrayal, survival

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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