Shumari

In the early Meiji era, the rugged landscape of Hokkaido serves as the backdrop for a tale of love, loss, and redemption. The protagonist, a man with a wild and unyielding spirit, is a skilled swordsman with a deep connection to the indigenous Ainu people. His name, "Shumari", is an Ainu word meaning "fox", reflecting his complex and multifaceted nature. The story follows his journey as he searches for his wife, Tae, who fled to Hokkaido with her former lover, setting in motion a chain of events that will test his resolve and force him to confront the harsh realities of his world.