Ep. 16: An unlucky man travels west while a luck god faces injustice and Japan challenges China in a strength contest
Aired on July 15, 2012
This episode features three distinct segments involving an unlucky man who journeys westward, a deity associated with luck who suffers from a poor reputation, and a physical competition where Japan challenges China in a strong man contest. The narrative weaves together these separate storylines, highlighting the misfortune of the traveler, the unjust treatment of the divine figure, and the international rivalry displayed through the athletic challenge between the two nations.
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