Synopsis

The forty-kilometer winter cycle journey through Ibaraki Prefecture offers a glimpse into the heart of local life. At Lake Kasumigaura, the cyclist joins a husband and wife in the frigid waters, assisting with the harvest of lotus roots. Later, after ascending the slopes of Mt. Tsukuba, he finds himself at a venerable kendo hall and a workshop where two brothers meticulously craft armor using time-honored techniques. Throughout Ibaraki, families demonstrate a deep appreciation for collaboration,