In a post-war Japan marked by desolation and the quest for redemption, a young man named Kiyo, burdened by the weight of his own shattered dreams, finds himself trapped in a life of monotony. As he struggles to maintain his dignity, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the reality that surrounds him. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets an enigmatic woman named Yoshiko, who seems to be caught in her own labyrinth of despair.
The tension escalates when Kiyo discovers that Yoshiko is actually a prostitute who has lost faith in love and humanity. Despite the circumstances that separate them, they share a profound and unbreakable connection, a burning desire to escape their respective mental and emotional prisons. Kiyo becomes her savior, trying to free her from the chains that bind her to a hopeless existence, while she inspires him to dream once more.
Throughout their journey, both are confronted with the harsh reality of their environment, including the violence and despair that plague their society. In a tragic twist, their attempts to find redemption and love seem destined to fail, raising the question of whether anyone can truly change their fate. This poignant narrative will explore the pain and struggle of lost souls in a world that seems to have forgotten the meaning of hope.