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Katsu Kokichi (Musui)

This person ran away from home twice and was nearly disowned by his father.

Hikoshiro

This person was an important administrator who works for the government. The individual carried out such duties as collecting taxes from peasants and settling disputes.

Musui's Father

This person imprisoned his son in a cage for three years where he learned to read and write.

Musui's Grandmother

This person was known for her constant nagging and scolding.

Rintaro

This person was the son of the author.

Kiheiji

This person was a coolie, or unskilled laborer, who did labor on a fishing boat.

Yashida Hyogo

This person was a priest who formed the Day of the Boar association.

Kobayashi Hayata

The author helped this man gain a following to teach fencing.

Magoichiro

This person was the landlord of the estate where the author lived.

Matsusaka Saburoemon

This person was a local...

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