Single continuous Steadicam shot.

Single continuous Steadicam shot. A ramen shop at 1am — near empty. One salaryman sits at the counter, hunched over his bowl. Steam rises. The chef moves behind the counter with practiced economy: ladle lifts broth, noodles are pulled from the pot, toppings placed with care. Camera tracks along the counter from the kitchen end to the customer. Close-up: the salaryman lifts his chopsticks, takes his first bite. He exhales. His shoulders drop slightly. Camera holds. Background audio: low exhaust fan hum, distant rain, the faint sound of a late train.