Synopsis

Fleeting glimpses from journeys north: the blush of cherry blossoms in springtime, the fiery hues of autumn leaves. In Aomori Prefecture, the northernmost reaches of Japan's Honshu island, a resilient spirit endures as young children dedicate themselves to mastering the local shamisen style. Across the border in Akita Prefecture, children voice songs passed down through generations—narratives of fishermen, their families, and the ocean’s embrace. And in Fukushima Prefecture, the traditions of th