Clancy has chicken pox and has to stay home for up to two weeks! At first, he likes the idea of reading books in his bed and eating snacks on the couch — but it doesn't take long for him to feel antsy and itchy and even a little bored! When the willow tree offers him an adventure to the mountains of Japan, he jumps at the chance — but is surprised at the wisdom he receives from a group of macaques peacefully bathing in the hot spring baths.