
Longing for Spring(1984)
A visual poem where a woman visits various Buddhist temples in Nara and winter turns to spring.
Movie: Longing for Spring

春への憧れ
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A visual poem where a woman visits various Buddhist temples in Nara and winter turns to spring.
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1984-06-06
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