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| Original Title | 中村仲蔵 |
|---|---|
| Author | 山中 貞雄 |
| Genre | Detective & Mystery |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In the vibrant heart of Edo’s theater world, Nakamura Nakazō rises from obscurity to stardom with his electrifying portrayal of Sadakurō—a role inspired by the reckless charisma of Imamura Daikichi, a disgraced ronin haunted by betrayal and loss. But when Daikichi storms the stage mid-performance, accusing Nakazō of stealing his identity, the actor’s triumph unravels into chaos. As swords clash and audiences riot, Nakazō confronts not only a vengeful rival but the shadows of his own past as an orphan scorned for his lack of lineage. Meanwhile, whispers of ambition, unrequited love, and familial secrets weave through tea shops and tenements, where allies like the cunning Hanji and the brooding Boss Gorōzō navigate their own tangled loyalties. Can Nakazō’s artistry survive the wrath of a man determined to erase him, or will Edo’s adoration crumble under the weight of truth? A tale of identity, ambition, and the price of fame unfolds where kabuki drama collides with raw, bloody reality. |
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