Embracing Love: A Cicada in Winter

In a time of political turmoil, a fragile bond forms between Keiichirou and Touma, their friendship tested by fate's cruel hand in a tale of love and sacrifice.

CHARACTERS

Keiichirou Akizuki

A gentle, proud Tokugawa bakufu member, secretly teaching and deeply in love with his Choshu student.

Portrayed by Morikawa Toshiyuki

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Venet

Season

Winter 2007

Start Date

2007-02-23

End Date

2007-04-27

Episodes

3

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