As she turned a corner, she stumbled upon a small alleyway filled with tiny bars and clubs. The sounds of enka music drifted out of one of the bars, and Yui's curiosity got the best of her. She pushed open the door and slipped inside.

As the night wore on, Yui found herself lost in the old man's stories. She realized that there was so much more to the Japanese entertainment industry than just the glamour and glitz of the idol groups and TV dramas.

The bar was dimly lit, with only a few patrons scattered about. Yui took a seat at the bar and ordered a drink. The bartender, an old man with a kind face, struck up a conversation.