: Sampei's close friend and frequent companion on his adventures.
In episode 37 of , titled "Il Vecchio Pescatore" (The Old Fisherman) in the Italian version, the story focuses on Sampei's encounter with a seasoned veteran of the waters who challenges his youthful perspective on the sport. Summary of Episode 37 Sampei_Ep_037_ITA.mp4
The episode explores themes of patience and respect for nature, common throughout the series: : Sampei's close friend and frequent companion on
: Sampei's grandfather, who raised him and taught him the fundamentals of the craft. Sampei_Ep_037_ITA.mp4
This episode is part of the original 109-episode run of Tsurikichi Sanpei , which aired in Japan between 1980 and 1982 before becoming a cult classic in Italy.