Oedo Great Journey

In the year 1830, Tatsugoro was once known as a legendary gambler, but heavy losses in gambling cause him to fall deeply into debt. As a child, he grew up as an orphan and he is still all alone as an adult.
One day, Tatsugoro is selected by lots as a representative of a Nagaya; multi-unit housing. He and others go to Ise Grand Shrine to worship. During the journey, Tatsugoro meets a dog Okinamaruo, a boy Miyoshi and a beautiful woman Saya. He pretends to be a family with them. (Source: AsianWiki)
~~ Adapted from the novel Daken Douchuu Okage Mairi by Dobashi Akihiro.