Young swordsman, Bunshiro, is shunned by his village after his father, a highly respected samurai, is embroiled in a clan conspiracy and ordered to commit ritual suicide. Even during this time, his neighbour's daughter, Fuku, watches on with affection. It is a touching story about love and friendship, set against a backdrop of beautiful cinematography. ~~ Adapted from the novel "Twilight Samurai, The Hidden Blade" by Fujisawa Shuhei.