TV-Series
Description
Rikuo Uozumi, a directionless university graduate, works part-time at a convenience store while living in his old student apartment. Reserved and self-deprecating, he avoids risks due to a fear of emotional pain and displays symptoms of depression. He possesses an average build, standing 178 centimeters tall, with unkempt short black hair, and typically wears a green apron at work. A notable habit is feeding discarded food to crows behind the store.
His routine shifts upon meeting Haru Nonaka during one such feeding. Haru develops romantic feelings and persistently visits the store, though Rikuo initially finds her attention bothersome. Simultaneously, he reconnects with Shinako Morinome, a university classmate for whom he harbors long-unexpressed feelings. Encouraged by coworker Kinoshita, Rikuo confesses to Shinako but faces rejection, deepening his uncertainty.
Pushed by friends to pursue photography, Rikuo takes a job at a nearby studio while keeping his store position. Growing more committed, he eventually leaves the store to focus on photography. His relationship with Shinako progresses to dating, but becomes strained by mutual emotional guardedness; Rikuo feels inadequate and struggles to integrate her, while Shinako grapples with unresolved grief over a past love.
Throughout this time, Rikuo maintains a complicated dynamic with Haru, often distancing himself despite her persistent affection. He experiences jealousy learning of her history with professional photographer Kouichi Minato, her former classmate, though he denies romantic feelings for her. When Haru leaves Tokyo for Ise after repeated rejections, Rikuo realizes the depth of his emotions for her. Concurrently recognizing the incompatibility with Shinako, he travels to Ise to confess to Haru. They reconcile and return to Tokyo together.
Rikuo's development centers on overcoming passivity and confronting fears. His initial aimlessness gives way to professional dedication in photography, building his confidence. This growing self-assurance extends to his personal life, culminating in his decisive pursuit of Haru. His journey evolves from avoiding emotional risks to actively shaping his relationships and future.
Personal trivia includes his preference for film cameras over digital, his lack of computer ownership, and his delayed adoption of a cell phone, reflecting his initially disconnected lifestyle.
His routine shifts upon meeting Haru Nonaka during one such feeding. Haru develops romantic feelings and persistently visits the store, though Rikuo initially finds her attention bothersome. Simultaneously, he reconnects with Shinako Morinome, a university classmate for whom he harbors long-unexpressed feelings. Encouraged by coworker Kinoshita, Rikuo confesses to Shinako but faces rejection, deepening his uncertainty.
Pushed by friends to pursue photography, Rikuo takes a job at a nearby studio while keeping his store position. Growing more committed, he eventually leaves the store to focus on photography. His relationship with Shinako progresses to dating, but becomes strained by mutual emotional guardedness; Rikuo feels inadequate and struggles to integrate her, while Shinako grapples with unresolved grief over a past love.
Throughout this time, Rikuo maintains a complicated dynamic with Haru, often distancing himself despite her persistent affection. He experiences jealousy learning of her history with professional photographer Kouichi Minato, her former classmate, though he denies romantic feelings for her. When Haru leaves Tokyo for Ise after repeated rejections, Rikuo realizes the depth of his emotions for her. Concurrently recognizing the incompatibility with Shinako, he travels to Ise to confess to Haru. They reconcile and return to Tokyo together.
Rikuo's development centers on overcoming passivity and confronting fears. His initial aimlessness gives way to professional dedication in photography, building his confidence. This growing self-assurance extends to his personal life, culminating in his decisive pursuit of Haru. His journey evolves from avoiding emotional risks to actively shaping his relationships and future.
Personal trivia includes his preference for film cameras over digital, his lack of computer ownership, and his delayed adoption of a cell phone, reflecting his initially disconnected lifestyle.