Synopsis:
Akari is a 14-year-old schoolgirl living in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido.One day,a puppy wanders into her yard,looking lost and frightened.She is a Golden Retriever with white paw markings.Akari names her Socks.Akari's mother consents to her keeping the dog but only after she agrees to keep 10 Promises to Socks .Akari enthusiastically assents and the two begin their journey of growing up together.Akari finds herself having to overcome many changes and challenges:the tragedy of her mother's death,father's sudden resignation,coming-of-age,first romantic feelings,career ambitions and her independence.But at every step,Socks is there to provide unquestioning love and support.
