[Akashi] Deep in the Garden

1. I've always wanted to write a story about the Red Team, to finally put to rest a long-held youthful yearning. I keep wondering what kind of person Akashi will be in my story.

2. The inspiration came from the NHK documentary Women of Gion, and the sight of geisha hurrying along Hanamikoji Street in Kyoto with their heads bowed.