Who's Left Behind?

Kayoko is a young girl starting first grade in 1940, known for being a bit of a crybaby. She enjoys playing with friends, singing schoolyard chants, and spending time with her three older brothers. As her mother prepares to welcome a new baby, Kayoko looks forward to becoming a big sister, though she only partially understands the responsibilities that come with it. As the war effort intensifies, being patriotic becomes a priority, leading Kayoko to contribute her favorite doll for materials to build explosives. As time goes by, she begins to realize how the war is impacting her life and those around her. However, nothing can prepare her for the devastating changes that 1945 will bring, reflecting the harsh realities of wartime life based on the real experiences of original creator Kayoko Ebina during World War II in the Showa era.