The Fusion of Drama and Documentary in Kyoto, One of Japan’s leading tourist destinations 

A story that gently peeks into the everyday life and casual attire of Kyoto. Feeling the authentic atmosphere of Kyoto, what answer is the protagonist, Toshiya, discovering the “things I want to do” in life?

The story is structured to seamlessly blend the drama part, which portrays the relationships and emotions of the characters, with the documentary part, which captures real interactions at actual shops. The narrative unfolds in such a way that the audience can deeply feel Toshiya’s subtle emotions and experience the natural ambience of Kyoto. The drama part is filmed using long takes and many ad-lib exchanges. Meanwhile, in the documentary, the cast visit various shops in Kyoto City, including long-established traditional confectionery shops cherished by locals, Kyoto-style pickle shops, a nostalgic and charming button shop, a variety of eateries, and a lighting store run by an owner with particular focus on selection. These featured shops exemplify the meticulous craftsmanship unique to Kyoto and those that have become part of the everyday lives of its residents.

Through encounters, interactions with the local people and the city’s atmosphere, Toshiya, who has been hesitating about pursuing the “things I want to do,” finds inspiration to take a step forward.