A quiet blanket of snow in the spring, greenery in the summer, and a beautiful autumn colors make the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine region a marvel of nature. This program shows the first workers in 33 years braving the elements to install new cables along the Tateyama ropeway. The silence and stillness of mid-winter set the stage for the ropeway renovation to begin. Just as the first cable is about to be replaced, an unexpected problem arises that could cause the ropeway to collapse. Watch as they struggle to complete the renovation, and observe the lifestyles of animals who make this alpine region their home.