Taeko Okajima works as a typical office lady for a large company in a major city. She decides to take a sabbatical and travels to Yamagata Prefecture, the hometown of her brother‑in‑law, where the trip evokes memories of her fifth‑grade year. While staying in Yamagata, Taeko works happily and diligently as a farmer, surrounded by friendly relatives and villagers. Their hospitality prompts her to re‑evaluate the life she has chosen.