Synopsis

This work, which began television broadcasting in 1980, gained overwhelming popularity as a story of ninja operating in secret, enduring hardships while blending into society. The intense sword fighting choreography and unprecedented action scenes by JAC, led by action star Chiba Shinichi who was at the peak of his popularity at the time, the luxurious supporting cast including Saigo Teruhiko, Hino Shohei, Kiki Kirin, Yamamura So, and Narita Mikio, plus the impressive and profound drama created by staff and directors skilled in period drama production at Kyoto Studios, continues to enjoy fanatical popularity to this day. (C) Toei