Sabu and Ichi's Detective Stories

The film follows Sabu, an honest young man aspiring to be a policeman, who becomes an informant for Saheiji, a policeman in Asakusa. He stays with Saheiji and his daughter Midori, navigating the complexities of life in Edo. Sabu's journey takes a turn when he meets Ichi, a blind master swordsman who supports Sabu with his skills of deduction.

Together, Sabu and Ichi tackle difficult cases, including one where they discover two bodies in the Sumida River. Their collaboration showcases how their unique abilities complement each other as they search for the truth. This narrative of friendship and detective work in a historical setting adds depth to the crime and mystery genres, appealing to fans of period dramas.