Released:
1974-10-26

Overview:
Set in 13th century Kyoto, where the Imperial court is under control of the clergy. Shijo was a peasant girl sold to a powerful daima as a concubine. Bored by her life in seclusion she starts an affair with State Councillor and the brother of a retired Emperor. Realising that she is only a plaything of the court, she becomes a nun and wanders the country.

Director:
Akio Jissoji

Runtime:
2h 0min

Genre:
Drama

• Cast:
• 
  Janet Hatta
• 
  Shin Kishida
• 
  Minori Terada
• 
  Chisako Hara
• 
  Kotobuki Hananomoto