In an ancient Japanese kingdom, a humble woodcutter discovers a strange and luminous plant in the forest. When he cuts it, he is astonished to find a beautiful girl inside. Deciding to adopt her, he takes her home and names her Kaguya. As she grows, Kaguya transforms into an extraordinary young woman, whose beauty captivates everyone she meets. Her parents, filled with love and pride, try to find her a grand future, but Kaguya feels trapped in a world she does not understand.
As they become nobles, life in the palace becomes increasingly complicated. Kaguya receives marriage proposals from the richest and most powerful princes in the realm, but each one seems more interested in her status than in who she truly is. Over time, her yearning for freedom and her connection to nature grow even stronger, and she begins to question her place in the world.
As the story unfolds, Kaguya's dilemmas and sacrifices lead us to reflect on love, family, and social expectations. The animation, notable for its unique visual style, captures the essence of traditional Japanese tales while offering a poignant narrative that intertwines the fantastic with reality. With emotional twists and a heartbreaking ending, this story becomes an ode to the quest for happiness and personal freedom.