As the city of Edo is plunged into darkness, a man emerges from the attic of a house. It’s the famous Jirokichi, nicknamed Nezumikozo/the Rat, a virtuous bandit who steals from the rich to distribute to the poor. Orin leads a difficult life with her young child. Taking advantage of the poor woman’s distress, some yakuza try to expose Nezumikozo/The Rat’s true identity.

[Source: Miyu Production]