In the bustling Tokyo of the 1960s, a young man named Akira drags the monotonous routine of his daily life. He works at an advertising agency, an environment where creativity and authenticity are often stifled by the yoke of conformity. However, Akira is a hopeless dreamer, trapped between reality and the fantasies he creates in his mind. One day, after a chance encounter with an artist in a park, his life takes an unexpected turn; the spark of inspiration drives him to explore his desire to become a writer.
With a blend of humor, romance, and a good dose of surrealism, Akira embarks on a series of adventures that lead him to encounter eccentric and unforgettable characters, from a faded pop star to a wise old woman who guides him through his own insecurities. As he immerses himself more in his imaginary world, the lines between his real life and his fantasies begin to blur, leading Akira to question his identity and the meaning of success.
As Japan transforms and moves towards the future, Akira must decide whether to follow the pre-established path or risk pursuing his true dreams. The film is a haunting visual poetry that encapsulates the generational struggle to find a sense of purpose in a world that seems to spin faster and faster.