Synopsis

In Saitama, the prefecture just beyond Tokyo, late autumn transforms the gingko trees into a blaze of brilliant yellow. This often-overlooked region holds a wealth of natural beauty and unique traditions. We witness a family of dollmakers imbue their creations with life, crafting cherished heirlooms passed down through generations. In Kawagoe, a town steeped in the atmosphere of centuries past, we are captivated by the swift, practiced hands of an artisan candy maker. And we uncover how Saitama’