Once upon a time, there was a very poor and unfortunate man.
One day, he finds the body of a dead samurai in his backyard. Since that moment, his fortune turned for the best…

Message from the director

This story is along the same lines as other Japanese folk tales such as “Warashibe Choja” (The Straw Millionaire) or “Sannen Netaro” (The 3-year Sleeping Boy).
“The Overnight Samurai” itself has different versions according to the place and period of origin. For example the bride trying to poison the man could instead challenge him to a test of bravery and marry him when he succeeds, or the giant snake could become a bandit or a demon from Devil’s Island.

Cast/Staff
Director/Story/Animation : Sachiko Ide
Music: Satoru Ohashi
Narration: Aiko Imamura

Sachiko Ide

Graduated from Hiroshima City University’s Art department.
Currently working as an animator.

Award

“The Shepherd Boy and the Wolf”
Brosta TV’s Best Price (musical animation category).

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