Synopsis

At ninety-seven years of age, Tetsuyo Ishii holds the distinction of being the oldest resident of Minogo, a town nestled in the mountains of western Japan. She attributes her enduring vitality to a philosophy of remaining "rust-free," much like the well-worn garden hoe she relies upon. Though she lives independently, Tetsuyo finds deep satisfaction in self-reliance. She tends chickens and cultivates her own vegetables, and has even established a social club for her elderly neighbors. With a warm