Toward the end of World War II, middle-aged soldier Keita is entrusted with a postcard from a comrade who is sure he will die in battle. After the war ends, Keita visits his comrade's wife Yuko and bears witness to the tragic life she has led.
Keita Matsuyama
Sadazo Morikawa
Tomoko Morikawa
Yukichi Morikawa, the Father-in-Law
Chiyo Morikawa, the Mother-in-Law
Riwemon, Matsuyama's Uncle
Kichigoro Izumiya
Monk
