
As the story begins, Fu and her friends embark on their final year of high school, a time filled with both excitement and uncertainty. The photography club welcomes two new members: Takumi Shindou, a passionate freshman, and Suzune Maekawa, a charismatic sophomore. Together, they create a warm and supportive environment where Fu begins to reflect deeply on her dreams and future ambitions. Inspired by her love for photography and a desire to explore the world, Fu decides that she wants to build a career that fuses her passion for capturing moments with her yearning to travel.
In a heartfelt moment, Fu's family shares a touching story about the first time she took a meaningful photograph of her father, which introduced her to the concept of "tamayura." This revelation helps Fu understand the significance of her work and its connection to memories and emotions. The narrative intensifies as Fu's friends, Chihiro and Tomo, arrive for the Bamboo Festival with news that they plan to study abroad after graduation. This announcement, coupled with learning that Riho is considering leaving town, fills Fu with a mixture of surprise and a sense of impending change.
During the vibrant festivities of the Bamboo Festival, the group reunites with Kanae, who joins as part of Sayomi's explorer's club. In a poignant encounter, Riho confides in Fu about her plans to move to Tokyo and open an art gallery with a friend. Grateful for Riho's guidance and support throughout her journey, Fu makes a heartfelt promise to carry forward Riho's legacy by dedicating herself to her chosen path in photography. The story beautifully captures themes of friendship, growth, and the pursuit of dreams amid the bittersweet transitions of youth.