The Tokise High School Koto Club bravely carried on through a fractured, unsynchronized performance at the Kantō Region Traditional Japanese Music Festival. Members Chika Kudou, Satowa Houzuki, Takezou Kurata, Hiro Kurusu, Kouta Mizuhara, Saneyasu Adachi, and Michitaka Sakai were devastated by the negative outcome, feeling crushed. Yet they recognize their potential and eagerly agree to jointly refine their skills, correct shortcomings, and elevate their playing level in order to succeed at the forthcoming national qualifiers this winter.
With the support of their newly enthusiastic advisor Suzuka Takinami, the club"s objective becomes increasingly attainable as they grasp musical fundamentals and hone their koto technique. The advisor also recommends frequent performances to acquire the experience they currently lack.
Yet, as their path toward nationals progresses, members confront obstacles that hinder focus and advancement. Beyond the looming competition from dominant schools and musicians, high‑school matters—romantic entanglements and impending senior graduations strain the determined teens and threaten the future of the koto club.
