Song of the Samurai

In 1745 Japan, under the oppressive rule of the Tokugawa shoguns, samurai and monk Kurosawa Kinko finds himself expelled from his position as head music instructor at a Zen temple in Nagasaki. As he embarks on a perilous journey across the country, evading agents and assassins, Kinko encounters a diverse array of characters, including merchants, ronin, and spirits, all while seeking to restore his honor. Inspired by the life of the historical Kurosawa Kinko, this enhanced audiobook interweaves captivating storytelling with shakuhachi musical interludes performed by the author, offering a deep dive into the intricacies of feudal Japan and the resilience of the human spirit.