Ep. 7: A fisherman finds contentment, a couple welcomes an unusual child, and two liars encounter each other.
Aired on May 13, 2012
This episode presents three distinct narratives. In the first story, a fisherman undergoes a personal transformation as he learns to value his current circumstances and appreciate what he possesses. The second tale follows a couple who are blessed with the birth of a child that is described as unusual, marking a significant event in their lives. The final segment focuses on a boy known for lying who encounters a girl with the same trait, leading to an interaction between the two deceptive individuals. These separate vignettes explore themes of gratitude, family, and honesty through different character arcs.
Episodes
- 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
- Ep. 10 · The useless hero saves the day while the liar triumphs and names prove vital
- Ep. 11 · A man learns to look beyond the surface of a person, a flower seller forgets to keep his promise, and everything is sacred.