Kaguya-hime no Monogatari

Kaguya-hime no Monogatari is a traditional Japanese folktale about a mysterious girl named Kaguya-hime, discovered as a tiny baby inside a shining bamboo stalk. She grows rapidly into a beautiful young woman sought after by many suitors, but she remains elusive and secretive about her origins. Ultimately, her true identity is revealed as a moon princess returning to her celestial homeland, leaving her mortal family behind. The story explores themes of longing, impermanence, and the fleeting nature of beauty and happiness, making it a profound reflection on human attachments and the passage of time.