Synopsis

Summer draws countless visitors to Mount Fuji. This year, the mountain’s designation as a World Heritage site has already sparked an unprecedented surge in activity, a veritable rush. The Yoshida Trailhead, a common meeting point for climbers ascending and those descending, offers glimpses into the lives of those who pass through. Conversations with fellow travelers reveal aspirations and regrets: a company worker contemplating a life unfulfilled, a student praying for career success. Here, at t