In a quiet Japanese village, the life of an elderly vagabond, whose name is generic and forgotten, becomes the focus of a community rich in traditions and customs. After a series of misfortunes, the old man is forced to roam dusty paths that lead him to a village where he seems to have found a temporary home. This new environment, however, is filled with secrets, unrequited loves, and broken lives.
As the days pass, the elderly man begins to connect with the locals. He becomes the confidant of a young woman dreaming of escaping her monotonous fate and the mentor of a man trapped by his own ambitions. As their stories intertwine, the old man shares his life lessons, reliving memories of his youth while also hinting at the disappointments that led him to his solitary existence.
The landscapes may appear beautiful and serene, but they conceal the melancholy of melodies from the past. As the bonds grow stronger, the tensions of modern life threaten to encroach upon the community's traditions. Through the old man's perspective, the film explores universal themes such as the passage of time, the search for belonging, and the struggle to find purpose. The story is a reflection of human fragility, where each individual is like a leaf floating adrift, perpetually seeking its own path in the vast river of life.