The first installment of a trilogy, set during World War II, follows a Japanese conscientious objector, Kaji, as he works as a supervisor in a Manchurian prison camp. Despite aiming to avoid combat, Kaji seeks to improve the lives of his prisoners. However, an attempted escape by Chinese prisoners leads to Kaji's arrest for alleged collusion, putting him at risk of being sent to the front lines or worse.
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love
In a war-torn Japan, a pacifist struggles to reconcile his beliefs with the country's demands, leading to a profound transformation that challenges his values and sense of identity.
