A young girl named Ichiri Sanjou discovers the world of capoeira when a homeless man rescues her from a robbery. She is intrigued by the Afro-Brazilian martial art, which incorporates music, acrobatics, and dance. Under the tutelage of the same man who saved her, Ichiri practices capoeira with others in a local park. Her devotion to the art grows, sparking a desire to break free from her father's strict rules. However, as Ichiri delves deeper into the world of martial arts, she uncovers a troubling familial truth. This forces her to confront the darker aspects of various martial arts and sets her on a path to becoming a capoeirista.