Home from the Sea

Directed by Yoji Yamada

With Chieko Baisho, Hisashi Igawa, Chishū Ryū, Gin Maeda and Yuriko Abe

On a beautiful island in Seto Inner Sea, Seichi and Minko make their living by transporting rocks to construction sites by boat. They cherish the deepest affection for this piece of land they call home, and the simple life they lead. But rapid industrial growth makes it all but impossible to continue their chosen living style, and they are forced to leave their beloved hometown in search of a brighter future. But their hometown lingers on their hearts, and they dream of a time when they may once again return.