As the cultural festival approaches, Mizusawa's Karuta Club gears up for their participation like every other club. With Team Captain Chihaya Ayase temporarily away, first-year student Sumire Hanano seizes the opportunity to pursue her dream of capturing the heart of her teammate, Taichi Mashima. Her strategy involves a play centered around Genji Monogatari, a move she hopes will make her romantic aspirations a reality.