Ōoku: The Inner Chambers (2023)

1. Episode 1

2023-06-29

A boy is attacked by a wild bear, introducing a plague that affects only males.

2. Episode 2

2023-06-29

While visiting Edo, a beautiful temple chief named Arikoto catches the eye of Lady Kasuga, who tries to force him into giving up the priesthood.

3. Episode 3

2023-06-29

Together with Gyokuei, Arikoto begins his new life. He learns about a carefully protected secret, and the role he is now expected to play.

5. Episode 5

2023-06-29

Iemitsu orders the men to dress in women's clothing and amuse her. She remembers how, when she was a child, Lady Kasuga had taken her from her family.

6. Episode 6

2023-06-29

Though blissfully in love, Iemitsu is still not pregnant. Lady Kasuga finds a promiscuous man in town who bears an uncanny resemblance to Arikoto.

7. Episode 7

2023-06-29

With surprising good will, Arikoto welcomes Sutezo into the Ooku. Just when things seem to be going well, an accident happens.

8. Episode 8

2023-06-29

Iemitsu sees for herself how desperate things have become outside the castle walls. She orders immediate action to prevent a peasant uprising.

9. Episode 9

2023-06-29

Lady Kasuga falls ill, causing worry over what will happen in the event of her passing. The plague finds its way into the Ooku.

10. Episode 10

2023-06-29

Iemitsu steps out into the open and announces her intentions, creating major changes across the country.