Kyoji Kikuchi is one of the best "Miya-daiku"s in Japan. The word "daiku" in Japanese means a carpenter. "Miya-daiku", however, specialises in shrines and temples. Kikuchi has been engaged in numerous wooden structures, which includes building the main hall of Motsuji Temple, designated as one of Japan's special historic sites. With traditional skills, he completes buildings which can weather the hardships for hundreds of years. This documentary focuses on his spirit and attitude towards work as a craftsman, and at the same time, as a leader.