Itsuwaribito Vol. 16 (manga)

Having returned peace to Tanuki Village, Utsuho and his friends add a new member to their group and set out to find Hiruko, the government agent who acquired one of the treasures Utsuho is attempting to collect. Following information from the imperial palace, they arrive at the Land of Owari, where they hear of a hero who quelled the country’s conflicts. What no one expects is the trouble that results when Utsuho meets this “hero” in person!