Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple
After years on the trail setting his standing as the greatest fencer of Japan, Takezo returns to Kyoto. He is waited for by otsu , yet he has come not on her to challenge that the pioneer of the region's finest school of fencing. To prove his valor and skill, he walks in to ambushes setup by the followers of the school. Akemi also seeks him , expressing her desires directly while Otsu waits. Takezo is detected by Sasaki Kojiro, a young fighter that is dazzling, confident they can dethrone Takezo. After departing Kyoto in succeed, Takezo admits his love for Otsu, however in a manner that dishonors her shames him. He leaves alone.
Released: 1955-07-12