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A man from Miyagi Prefecture named Isao has no family and possesses the ability to be possessed by spirits. Masahiko, the son of a physician, has long pondered the meaning of life. As children, both attended the funeral of a teacher they admired, where Isao demonstrated his unusual talent. This event sparked Masahiko's interest in Isao and his power. The narrative explores themes of life and death, set in the Tohoku region.