Shinano River

Shinano River

The Shinano river region faced numerous challenges during the Shouwa era in Japan, including harsh winters, poor crop yields, and menacing wolves that troubled the locals for centuries. In such difficult circumstances, young girls with limited career opportunities, such as factory work or prostitution, suffered the most. Despite this trying backdrop, one young woman, Takano Yukie, dared to defy society's strict moral codes and struggled to find her place in the world. Renowned for their work on "Lady Snowblood," Okazaki Hideo and Kamimura Kazuo have brought Takano Yukie's spellbinding journey of personal discovery to life through dramatic and captivating illustrations. Through their art, they have woven a fascinating tale of a woman seeking her true identity.