Chapter 27 Summary

Manjiro endures a rough voyage at sea until they finally come across a row of Japanese fishing boats. Itchy, who is also on board the ship, rows Manjiro over to them. Manjiro changed into his traditional Japanese clothing before going. When Manjiro tries to talk to the fishermen, he realizes they speak in a different dialect. He asks they take a letter to his mother. when Manjiro pulls the envelope from his pocket, they stare at him in astonishment and make haste in getting away.

Chapter 27 Analysis

Manjiro's hopes and dreams of returning to Japan are dashed.