Ep. 9: Shippei-Tarou, the Son Who Ascended to Heaven, and the Question of Laziness
Aired on May 27, 2012
A priest intervenes to prevent a town from sacrificing an additional daughter. The narrative explores themes of labor and indolence through contrasting character arcs. One man, characterized by his laziness, undergoes a transformation and learns the value of hard work. In contrast, another individual, who is even lazier than the first, fails to change and learns nothing from the experience. The story juxtaposes these outcomes to highlight the differing consequences of work ethic and apathy within the community.
Episodes
- 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
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