The Tree In Sunlight

TV SERIES 2000 1 SEASON

Overview

A story set in the mid-1800's about a young doctor who has been trained in Western-style medicine and a young samurai who is trying to live up to the old traditions of his class and culture. The story is actually based upon real people - the doctor, Ryo-an, was Tezuka's great grandfather. The manga series was adapted to anime by Madhouse Studios and premiered in Japan on NTV on April 4, 2000.

This production, originally released in 2000, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Drama, War & Politics genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 9.0 across its 1 season.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Animation and Drama.
• Produced in Japan.
• Original Language: Japanese.

Directed By

N/A

Written By

Akihiko Yamashita

Starring Cast

Koichi Yamadera

Tezuka Ryoan

Mitsuru Miyamoto

Ibutani Manjiro

Rica Matsumoto

Okon

Fumiko Orikasa

Oseki

Ichiro Nagai

Tezuka Ryosen

Rokuro Naya

Ushikubo Tohbei

Daisuke Gori

Seisai Taki

Jurota Kosugi

Kaishu Katsu

Seasons

Season 1

25 Episodes • Aired 2000-04-04

During the Second Year of Ansei (1855) in Edo's Koishigawa are two young men, Manjiro Ibutani and Ryoan Tezuka. Ibutani is a low-ranking samurai who is a gifted swordsman and has a straightforward and strong sense of justice. Tezuka has a more carefree attitude. He has an eye for the ladies, but he is passionate about becoming a doctor. The two opposite characters come of age during the backdrop of the turbulent end of the Tokugawa Period (1600-1868 CE).