In addition, the idea that Ushiemon appears as a masseur called Ushichi and opens his eyes to reveal his true character is based on Motoemon in "Katakiuchi Tengajayamura" (The Revenge at Tengajaya; also known as "Tengachaya"), and Tomoemon OTANI (the fourth) who gained a reputation for the role was casted as Ushiemon.
さらに丑右衛門が丑市という按摩で登場し、目を開けて本性を現すのは『敵討天下茶屋聚』（天下茶屋）の元右衛門を下敷きにしており、その役を当たり役とした丑右衛門役の大谷友右衛門(4代目)に充てはめたものである。