During the reign of Shogun Ienari Tokugawa, heir Takechiyo is found murdered with aconite-coated needles. A missing needle belonging to a palace lady raises suspicion, but she claims innocence.

History

Tomoko Hoshino, Chika Takami, Hayasaka Akiyo, Reiko Tajima, Midori Yamamoto, Yoko Nogiwa