The Chronicles of the Maple and the Cherry Tree form a tetralogy set in 17th century Japan. We follow two heroes, Ichirō, a young samurai with a fabulous destiny, and the mysterious Hiinahime, an unknown woman who hides behind a Noh mask.

The first volume, entitled The Mask of Noh, traces Ichirō's life from childhood to adolescence. Abandoned, Ichirō is raised as a son by an unknown samurai who teaches him the way of the sword. The boy will live a solitary existence in the mountains, in the heart of wild natur......
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