In a small Japanese village during the hot summer days, a group of young friends navigates the complications of adolescence while confronting the realities of life. The protagonist, a dreamy and somewhat introverted boy, is obsessed with the idea of capturing the essence of summer in photographs. However, his dreams are shaken when his best friend falls hopelessly in love with a new girl at school, a beautiful and enigmatic young woman who seems to hide more than she shows.
As the season progresses, the bonds of friendship are tested by jealousy and insecurities, and a love triangle emerges between the three. The girl, captivating yet somewhat distant, begins to change the dynamic of the group, leading each of them to discover their true feelings and desires.
Amid moments of laughter, melancholy, and discovery, the heat of summer becomes the perfect backdrop for each character to reevaluate their lives and make decisions that will shape their future. The story flows between the fragility of youth and the inevitable arrival of responsibility, reflecting the struggle to find identity amidst familial and social expectations. With brilliant cinematography that captures the beauty of the Japanese summer, the film evokes a deep nostalgia while reminding us that we all face the loss of innocence at some point.