Synopsis

Each year, the Japanese Derby attracts over one hundred thousand spectators, a testament to its enduring appeal. Long before the gates of Tokyo Racecourse open, devoted fans begin forming lines that stretch for blocks – some arriving a week in advance. The race itself is a fleeting two and a half minutes. Among those patiently waiting are a man whose fondest memories of his deceased wife are intertwined with the track, and another who recently left his position after enduring workplace strife. A