It's the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. The rice terraces of the Asuka Village are surrounded by trees that still have their autumn colors. Fallen leaves float along in the Asuka River. The end of the year is just around the corner, and a new year is on its way. *According to the 24 Solar Terms of Reiwa 6 and 7 (2024-25), Touji is from December 21, 2024, to January 5, 2025.