 Golden Boy is the story of Kintaro Oe, a twenty-five-year-old in pursuit of life s lessons. A brilliant student, he dropped out of Tokyo Universiy s law program because he had had mastered the entire curriculum. Now he lives a simple life, traveling on his bicycle and working numerous part-time jobs ranging from software companies to noodle restaurants in order to learn everything that he can about the world. Although he s a kind and giving person, Kintaro s only weakness lies in his lust for beautiful women. However, as long as he can control himself, he may just manage to save the day, and win a few hearts in the process.