The Hidden Blade (2004)

Other name: 隠し剣 鬼の爪, Kakushi ken oni no tsume

Description:

Set in mid-19th century Japan, The Hidden Blade follows Munezo Katagiri, an honest, low-ranking samurai caught between ancient traditions and Western modernization. Alongside his colleague Samon Shimada, Munezo struggles to master Western artillery while upholding the demanding samurai moral code. Amidst this political transition, Munezo harbors a secret love for Kie, his family's sweet, low-caste maid. After rescuing Kie from an unhappy marriage and defying social propriety, his life faces further turmoil. News arrives that his former comrade, Yaichiro Hazama, has been implicated in a treasonous plot in Edo. Because Munezo and Yaichiro shared the same legendary sword instructor, Munezo falls under suspicion but refuses to cooperate with a corrupt witch hunt. Just as Munezo confesses his affection to Kie, Yaichiro escapes from captivity. The clan orders Munezo to execute his former friend, forcing the honorable samurai to face the ultimate test of his principles, loyalty, and love in a rapidly changing world.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2004

Genre:Drama; Historical; Romance