Night Is Short, Walk On Girl

Two university students, a kōhai and a senpai, head into a night out with the intention of confessing their feelings. The senpai resolves to tell the kōhai how he feels, but circumstances keep them apart for most of the evening. The night becomes a series of encounters and misadventures that test their connection.

At a bar, the kōhai meets Tōdō, a persistent pervert who makes an unwelcome advance. She stands her ground and rebuffs him with a punch when he crosses a line. The moment leaves a mark, and someone nearby begins to take notice of her courage.

The punch proves to be a turning point, and Higuchi and Hanuki admire the kōhai for her boldness. They invite her to join a night of gatecrashing strangers' parties across the city. She drifts from one lively gathering to another, drinking and embracing the night.

Thanks to Higuchi and Hanuki, the kōhai tours a string of parties across the city, crashing strangers' celebrations. The night becomes a blur of drinks, laughter, and nonchalant crowds, cementing her reputation among the partygoers. The experiences push her to new limits while the senpai's plan remains unrealized.

Later, the kōhai participates in a drinking game with Rihaku, a supernatural being who hosts the evening's odd contest. She demonstrates surprising resilience and wins the challenge. The scene blends the ordinary barroom with a hint of the fantastic.

The scene shifts to a used book festival where the senpai and kōhai search for the picture book from the kōhai's childhood. Rihaku hosts a spicy-food contest that doubles as a way to access the festival's rare collection. They compete, keeping their eyes on the prize.

During the competition, the senpai notices that the kōhai's cherished picture book is among the rare collection. He enters the contest to win it, showcasing his determination. The contest proceeds until an intervention occurs that changes the course of the night.

The God of Used Book Festivals, aided by the kōhai, redistributes all of Rihaku's books back to the festival at reasonable prices. The crowd regains access to the collection and the chaos heightens the atmosphere. In the end, the senpai secures the coveted book.

After obtaining the book, the pair heads to the school festival where the kōhai is set to lead the final scene of a guerilla theatre production. The senpai tries to replace the male lead but is unsuccessful. The moment underscores the distance growing between their plans.

The senpai catches a cold and returns home, halting the romantic arc for the moment. The illness adds a quiet echo to the wild night and forces a pause in their unfolding plans. The kōhai continues to navigate the aftermath of the night's events.

The kōhai visits the companions she met during the night, finding they have all caught the same cold as the senpai. She nurses them back to health, showing care and solidarity. The scenes emphasize her resilience and kindness amid the feverish chaos.

The kōhai makes a final visit to the senpai, presenting the copy of Ratatatam and suggesting they visit a used bookstore together. He responds by giving her the copy and proposing the plan with a hopeful tone. She enthusiastically assents to the idea.

The two meet for coffee in the morning, sharing a quiet moment before pursuing their plan to visit the used bookstore. The conversation hints at a growing closeness and a lighter mood after the night's chaos. The scene closes with a soft promise of a shared errand.

With coffee finished, the pair prepares to head to the used bookstore together. The film closes on a note of possibility and companionship as they walk toward a new adventure. The exact outcome remains open, but the bond feels strengthened.