【Overview of the Work】 Content: This is a historical manga depicting the life of Shijo Kingo (real name: Yorimoto Shijo), a samurai from the mid to late Kamakura period and a prominent disciple (danna-etsu) of Nichiren. Author: Taro Shibashiro Publisher: Ushio Shuppansha (Kibo Comics) Main Story: The story portrays Shijo Kingo, who was also skilled in medicine, and includes episodes such as his treatment of Tokitoki Hojo's illness, his conflicts with his lord, the Ema clan, and his deep faith in Nichiren. 《Shijo Kingo as a Character》 The real-life Shijo Kingo, who served as the model for the work, was as follows: Status: A samurai who served the Ema clan, a branch of the Kamakura Hojo clan. Origin of the Nickname: He was called Shijo Kingo because his official rank was "Saemon no Jo" (Lieutenant of the Left Gate Guards), and its Chinese name was "Kingo." Faith: He is known as one of Nichiren's central believers in Kamakura, and many letters (Goshos) sent to him by Nichiren still exist. 【Condition, etc.】 Discoloration Stains Some writing present Showa 54 (1979) 6th Edition 240 pages Management Number: a 3