Kikujiro is a comedy-drama film that follows the journey of a young boy named Masao and his unlikely companion, an ex-yakuza named Kikujiro. Together, they embark on a road trip across Japan in search of Masao's estranged mother. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and form a deep bond. This gentle and heartwarming film explores themes of friendship, loneliness, and the power of human connection.