Ep. 5: Urashima Tarou, The Monkey Buddha, and Comparing Treasures episodes feature distinct moral tales.
Aired on April 29, 2012
This collection presents three separate narratives involving different protagonists and lessons. In the first segment, a fisherman receives a gift that ultimately becomes a curse. The second story depicts monkeys worshipping a Buddha while managing to stay dry. The final tale follows a merchant who discovers the true value of life through his experiences. These stories are presented as distinct episodes within the series, each offering a unique perspective on consequences and priorities without connecting plotlines between them.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · A dog rewards a kind master, an old woman's gift is repaid, and a man buys a dream
- Ep. 2 · A small child displays bravery, an old man repays a gift, and a lazy man acquires a cow.
- Ep. 3 · An old man dances for demons, a fox is tricked, and a love potion backfires
- Ep. 4 · Strong Tarou, The Village of the Nightingales, and Hirabayashi Tales
- Ep. 5 · Urashima Tarou, The Monkey Buddha, and Comparing Treasures episodes feature distinct moral tales.
- Ep. 6 · Kintarou, The Two Squid, and The Three Cry episodes
- Ep. 7 · A fisherman finds contentment, a couple welcomes an unusual child, and two liars encounter each other.
- Ep. 8 · A demon makes a deal with a carpenter while a fox learns about honesty versus obedience
- Ep. 9 · Shippei-Tarou, the Son Who Ascended to Heaven, and the Question of Laziness