The chain of islands stretching south of Tokyo was once places of exile, banishing outlaws both dangerous and quirky, and sometimes even those with a touch of charm...Kyota Ko presents both folktales from the most destitute islands, and the true stories of the zainins—sinners—who clung to life and hope amidst their harsh fates.

The chain of islands stretching south of Tokyo was once places of exile, banishing outlaws both dangerous and quirky, and sometimes even those with a touch of charm...Kyota Ko presents both folktales from the most destitute islands, and the true stories of the zainins—sinners—who clung to life and hope amidst their harsh fates.

The chain of islands stretching south of Tokyo was once places of exile, banishing outlaws both dangerous and quirky, and sometimes even those with a touch of charm...Kyota Ko presents both folktales from the most destitute islands, and the true stories of the zainins—sinners—who clung to life and hope amidst their harsh fates.