Hajimete no Tabi

A young traveler sets out on a year of small, eager explorations across unfamiliar landscapes, chasing the thrill of firsts and the quiet pull of distant horizons. Along the journey, encounters with strangers reveal shared yearnings and quiet resilience, painting intimate portraits of everyday life as it unfolds in trains, buses, and winding roads. Each destination becomes a doorway to new questions about belonging, courage, and the simple power of moving forward. With a gentle, observant pace, the film follows a novice wanderer discovering that the world’s vastness can feel both daunting and wonderfully intimate without losing the spark of wonder.