In times of drought, shed tears of sympathy.
In summers cold, walk in concern and empathy.
Stand aloof of the unknowing masses:
Better dismissed as useless than flattered as a "Great Man".
This is my goal, the person I strive to become.
湖のほとりの街
In summers cold, walk in concern and empathy.
Stand aloof of the unknowing masses:
Better dismissed as useless than flattered as a "Great Man".
This is my goal, the person I strive to become.
Where It Always Rains
湖のほとりの街
Utsubyo is a place many have heard of but seldom visit; as the last train stop before the port city of Kagoshima, Utsubyo is known throughout the prefecture as a dead-end place. Most that are born there stay for the rest of their lives, often bogged down with either too few options or dark temptations that end up in the worst of outcomes. The few that manage to leave often resolve to never come back, and for good reason. While the education system holds the same standards as the rest of the prefecture, most teachers are apathetic at best and outright hostile at worst.
Yet life goes on.
The second-years at Utsubyo High School are fresh into the new year, ready to take on school, their daily lives, and the future. Will they see the sun break through the clouds, or will they let themselves get swept away?
LOCATIONS
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UTSUBYO HIGH SCHOOL
- The town's high school. The building is older than most, though rumor has it the town wishes to renovate it soon.
UTSUBYO TRAIN STATION
- A train station with several vending machines. It is maintained very well.
MEMORIAL PARK
- A park built by veterans some decades ago, the grass is mostly dried out. The park is infamous for having a single bench and one oddly colorful slide. No one knows why there isn't more park equipment.
ARIYOSHI CAFE
- A popular and trendy cafe close to the train station. Its owner, Ariyoshi-san, prioritizes customer service and high standards. Now serving boba!
FAMILYMART
- Convenience store. Open from 5 a.m. to midnight.
MR. PUMPKIN PACHINKO
- A pachinko parlor where time is spent gambling. Despite its cheery name, the building looks depressing outside, with some stating that it's rare to win at any games within.
UTSUBYO PIC-LAND
-Farmlands located on the west where you can enjoy picking seasonal fruit. These include early summer cherries, rare for Kansai fruit parks, along with blueberries, grapes, chestnuts, sweet potatoes and apples. They also have a shop that sells handmade gelato and souvenirs for the tourists that explore the town.
SAKURABA COMMUNITY
- One of the few places in town that are held to higher standards. The houses are older but grand, owned by older, wealthier folks. Most houses are unoccupied but tended to by hired help to ensure they're ready for their owners to return during their breaks.
KAGOSHIMA KARAOKE
- A Karaoke place in the city. Popular among students as they get a discount.
OKUBIWAKE GRAND PARK HOTEL
- A luxurious hotel in the city. They're located on the edge of town across the fields.
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