Denshichi Torimonocho: Female Fox Palanquin

The plot centers around a mysterious woman who arrives in a palanquin, claiming to collect a life owed by a moneylender named Shigebē from twenty years prior. As events unfold, the same woman visits another moneylender, leading to a murder that has the local detectives questioning the nature of the crime. Detective Hayanawa Gohē suspects a fox spirit is at work, while Den Shichi remains skeptical and investigates the footprints found at the scene.

This film features a strong cast including Kōkichi Takada, Mitsuko Kusabue, and Junzaburō Ban, among others. The narrative combines elements of mystery and folklore, appealing to fans of classic Japanese cinema and those interested in supernatural themes. As part of the Denshichi Torimonocho franchise, it contributes to a broader narrative exploring crime and the supernatural in historical Japan.