A compilation of historical short stories, with each one associated with a karuta card, featuring tales set in the red-light district of Yoshiwara, located in the city of Edo.
1) The Story of Kimori
Okuma is a kind-hearted, amiable girl, but her struggles with weight make finding a husband a challenging task. One day, a samurai comes to her rescue and defends her from public ridicule. Could this samurai be the answer to her search for true happiness?
2) The Tale of Kanrobai
Following her father's ritual suicide, Asagi experiences a significant decline in her social status. Some of the girls she works with bully her, and her pretentious behavior only adds fuel to the fire. Asagi longs to return to the luxurious lifestyle she was accustomed to but finds herself ostracized and alone, except for the company of a peculiar man trapped beneath a barrel.
3) The Mysterious Child, Maigoishi
Tama is a lonely child, taken in temporarily by a family that already has a son, Shirou. Tama eagerly awaits the day when she can reunite with her beloved father. However, finding a place she belongs may not be as straightforward as she thinks.
4) The Legend of Akaishinyo
Seiichi is the sole protector of Princess Miya. He yearns for her happiness, regardless of his own feelings toward her. But how can he decipher what truly makes her content?
