When a mighty medieval Japanese Lord clashes with an arrogant painter, tragedy is sparked.

Chilling horror story by Ryunosuke Akutagawa

The first of two parts read by Togo Igawa.

Translator: Jay Rubin

Fantastic Tales is a collection of weird and wonderful stories from around the world.

Tales from Japan, Delhi, Eastern Europe, the Welsh borders and America show how fantasy is at its best when used to explore the preoccupations of everyday life.

Director: Gemma Jenkins

Made for BBC 7 and first broadcast in February 2007. Show less