In a post-World War II Japan, a group of marginalized youths plunges into a life of crime in search of power and recognition in a world that has left them behind. The protagonist, a rebellious and charismatic boy, begins to challenge the norms of society and, along with his inseparable friends, becomes involved in a series of crimes that lead them to confront rival gangs and the police.
As their notoriety grows, so does the tension among them, as each person's ideals are put to the test. The young leader tries to keep the group united, but differences in ambition and morality begin to emerge. At a crucial point, he encounters a member of the yakuza who offers him a chance to climb the hierarchy of organized crime, opening the door to a life of luxury and danger.
However, ambition comes at a high cost, and the line between friends and enemies becomes increasingly blurred. As their decisions test their loyalty and humanity, the protagonist must confront his own identity and the future he has built. The film captures the essence of a lost youth searching for a place in a chaotic world, where camaraderie and betrayal can be two sides of the same coin. The story is not just a chronicle of delinquency, but a deep exploration of the moral dilemmas in a transforming society.