Synopsis

The story follows a young girl named Suzu Urano, who in 1944 moves to the small town of Kure near Hiroshima where she marries a young clerk who works at the local naval base. Living with his family, Suzu becomes essential to the running of the household and creatively prepares meals during tough wartime conditions. In 1945, intense bombings finally reach Kure with devastating effect to the townsfolk and their way of life. Suzu’s life is changed irrevocably, but through perseverance and courage, she manages to continue to live life to the fullest.