Zatoichi comes upon the town of Tonda, overrun by gangsters. Using one of his favorite techniques, Zatoichi proceeds to win 8 ryo in a rigged gambling game. Of course, the local gangsters attempt to kill him, and the adventure begins. It turns out a blacksmith named Senzo examines Zatoichi's cane sword, and discovers it to be forged by his old mentor. Senzo discovers the sword is at the end of its usefulness and will break when it is used next.
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Zatoichi and the Chess Expert
6.6
Zatoichi's Pilgrimage
7.0
Zatoichi Challenged
6.8
The Tale of Zatoichi Continues
7.0
Zatoichi's Vengeance
6.9
Zatoichi's Flashing Sword
6.8
Samaritan Zatoichi
6.7
Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman
6.8
New Tale of Zatoichi
6.9
Zatoichi and the Doomed Man
6.8
Zatoichi's Revenge
6.6
Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival
6.7