Attracted by the fun and enjoyment of fishing, Sanpei, an ordinary boy, tries all kinds of fishing. He sometimes travels deep into the mountains in search of a novel catch, and even goes abroad to compete with others in a series of games. Sanpei takes on all challenges with the passion and imagination of a young boy. Through fishing, he learns the wisdom of older people, and…
Spring 1980
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