In the garden of the Kamakura Imperial Palace. Masako (Eiko Koike) (C) NHK performing Segaki and interacting with the people
Taiga drama “Kamakura-dono no Thirteen” (NHK), written by Koki Mitani and starring Shun Oguri, depicting the life of Yoshitoki Hojo, the second regent of the Kamakura Shogunate. In the 46th episode “Shogun ni Natta Onna” broadcast on December 4th, Masako finally took the name of “Ama Shogun” in order to oppose Yoshitoki, who was becoming more dictatorial (there are spoilers below). .
■ “I don’t want to die”…Jiu reveals her true feelings to her older sister, Masako
After the assassination of Sanetomo (Hayato Kakizawa), the third Kamakura-dono, the wet nurse Mii (Ema Miyazawa) has a son Tokimoto (Yusaku Mori) born between Sanetomo’s uncle Zensei Ano (Shinya Niino). was moving to become the next Kamakura-dono. However, Yoshimura Miura (Koji Yamamoto) told Yoshitoki about his plan, and Yoshitoki sent soldiers to Tokimoto to kill himself so that he would not create another source of fire in Kamakura.
Yoshitoki’s older sister, Masako (Masako Hojo), advises Mii never to admit that she was involved in the rebellion, but the letter she sent to Tokimoto was discovered and she confessed to the conspiracy. Yoshitoki insists on execution, but Masako and his son Yasutoki (Kentaro Sakaguchi) desperately stop him. Mie, who was imprisoned without her disposition being decided, told Masako that she was prepared for her death, but at the end she said, “She doesn’t want to die.” leak.
On the other hand, the successor to Kamakura-dono was decided to be a two-year-old child, Mitora, who is of Genji bloodline, thanks to the efforts of Jien (Koichi Yamadera), a close aide of the Retired Emperor Gotoba (Matsuya Onoe). Yoshitoki intended to continue to rule as regent until Mitora came of age, but Masako declared, “I will take Kamakura-dono’s place. I will accept the same power as Kamakura-dono.” The name also changed from ‘Ama Odai’ to ‘Ama Shogun’.
Yoshitoki sarcastically says, “It’s unusual for an older sister. Is this a warning to me?” And, using his power over Yoshitoki, he released his garment, which was still imprisoned. The two of them chant the word “bontarakusowaka” that Mii remembered by mistake in the mantra (ontarakusowaka) given to the Hojo clan by Ohime (Minami Sara), the daughter of the late Masako.
■ SNS tears for the decisive reason why Masako became Ama Shogun
From this title, it was the 46th time that it was certain that “Ama Shogun Masako Hojo” would finally stand on the front stage of history. Masako stood on top of Yoshitoki, who went so far as to say, “My thoughts are Kamakura’s thoughts,” both in name and reality. has awakened!” “It’s been a long time… it’s been too long until the nun general,” voices of joy and relief flowed.
Not a “villain” who seized power by using her husband and son as a stepping stone, but as a wife and mother, a wise woman who chose to stand above others through various conflicts and setbacks. Masako of “Kamakura Dono” completely overturned the conventional image, but the decisive reason why she decided to become the top of Kamakura was “to save her sister’s life”, which was really personal. It seems that there were many viewers who were surprised and cried.
In fact, on SNS, “My sister’s frail and honest word, ‘I don’t want to die,’ kicked the back of a woman who, despite her wisdom and courage, didn’t want to show it, with a final push.” “Masako. It’s hot that it’s because of the actual clothes that I’m embracing.” “The scenario in which Masako willingly accepts the position and power of ‘Ama Shogun’ in order to save her life is amazing!!” Words of praise were also sent to the script that gave this development persuasive power.
■ Emma Miyazawa skillfully captures the intense emotions, despair, and hope of real clothes
And without a doubt, the clothes that held the key to this 46th edition. At first, she was a lively presence, but Koki Mitani, who was impressed by her acting skill of Emma Miyazawa, changed course to a complicated character who is taken in by power and distorts humanity. As said here and there.
As if to meet that expectation, this time, in just 45 minutes, she skillfully expresses the intense emotions, despair, and hope of real clothes. It was exactly the time when Emma Miyazawa was in full bloom.
First of all, when he heard that he was going to be beheaded, he said, “Give me a cute blush (on my neck).” By making him say things like this, he can’t really imagine himself being decapitated, and his true feelings are that he doesn’t want to die.” To think that I would be worried about where my neck will be exposed next week.”
Furthermore, in the development of chanting “Bontarakusowaka” with Masako, who hugged him saying, “Everyone is gone,” the narration (Masami Nagasawa) made a retort that “The correct answer is Ontarakusowaka.” I wonder if there are any other actresses who can make viewers cry with ‘Bontarakusowakar’ this time.” I really love you,” said one voice after another in praise.
■ The role of Zensei, the real clothes husband who kept watching on Twitter, is also a real tie
By the way, Shinya Niino, who played the role of Zensei Ano, Mii’s husband, often writes about the real situation and impressions of Kamakura-dono on SNS even after leaving the drama, but this time, which can be said to be the climax of the Ano family, “Eh! Son? It’s Tokimoto… What the hell is that?” “Somebody!!! Please! Please protect my clothes!!”
In response to this, on SNS, “Every time something happens to Mii-chan, Ninnou-san makes a fuss. It’s heartwarming to see Zensei-san watching over her.” , It’s quite a relief.” “The live commentary from heaven warms my heart. I hope Mie-san survives like this.”
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“Kamakura-dono no 13-nin” is broadcast every Sunday at 8:00 pm on NHK General, and at 6:00 pm on BS Premium and BS4K. In the 47th episode, Aru Choteki, Aru Speech, Emperor Go-Toba finally raises an army in response to the issue of rebuilding the Imperial Palace. The Jokyu Rebellion breaks out, with the fate of Yoshitoki and Kamakura at stake.
Text/Miwako Yoshinaga