Synopsis

By late June, a month after Japan’s state of emergency had ended, Inokashira Park in Tokyo was slowly filling with people once more. The park's verdant landscape and expansive pond drew a variety of visitors: friends reconnecting after prolonged separation, a comedy duo honing their act in pursuit of recognition, and a company employee finding respite in a book and the open air after months confined indoors. What drew them to this haven? For three days, we spoke with parkgoers about the signific