Synopsis

Michael Rice, after three decades spent in Japan, has recently made his home in Odawara, where he operates a cycling cafe. He offers a glimpse of Odawara Castle and introduces us to artisans who craft traditional local goods, including Kamaboko fish paste and paper lanterns. Following the famed Yabitsu Pass, a favorite destination for Tokyo cyclists seeking a day trip, Michael ventures into lesser-known locales. Among these is Manazuru, a small coastal town celebrated for its relaxed pace of lif