In a hot spring town near Chichibu, Futaba runs an inn. Her husband, Isamu, the manager, tells her a travel writer is coming for a secret interview. Futaba goes above and beyond to host the guest, who appears to be the writer. Isamu becomes jealous, and Kuniko, a waitress with feelings for him, tries to win his attention. One day, a guest arrives who is revealed to be Kuniko's former coworker. Futaba confronts Kuniko, who mocks her for a lie. Afterward, Futaba and Isamu reaffirm their commitment to protecting the inn.