My Sweet Grappa Remedies (2020) - full transcript
My Sweet Grappa Remedies
Wanna go to the zoo?
Yes.
This is my diary.
Nobody's going to read it.
And I won't reread it either.
It's just a diary.
Goodbye, Kawashima.
Goodbye.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
I said in my head...
"I'm your mom."
Kota.
Shiitake, shiitake.
Don't touch them.
They're delicate.
Don't touch, don't touch.
Let's go.
Shiitake are delicate.
Don't touch them.
I'm no mom.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
REMOVED BICYCLE DEPOSIT
They took my bicycle away.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
It's in prison.
I finally saw it again
after a whole week apart.
I felt like hugging it.
Be careful from now on.
I rang the bell.
It sounded happier than usual.
The dog said "Welcome back" too.
Ringing. Barking.
They both end in "G".
THURSDAY, MAY 9
I wonder if the woman
I see in the mirror is the same
that other people see.
I've always wondered that,
since I was little.
Huh?
SUNDAY, MAY 26
Thank you.
Thank you.
He's handing out tissues
to women only.
I wonder why
he didn't give it to me.
Thank you.
TUESDAY, MAY 28
HYDRANGEAS ARE IN BLOOM.
Come visit me.
Watching this old lady
desperately using a phone with
huge text moves me to tears
more than any movie.
THURSDAY, JUNE 13
On this day I started seriously
dating a man for the first time.
For some reason,
I recall it every year.
He's probably married
and has kids by now.
I remembered you.
You must remember me too.
Or rather...
Remember me, please.
MONDAY, JUNE 17
We're already half way through the year.
Time flies.
One year passes so fast.
Half a year's already gone.
Most people express regret saying
"Half a year has already passed."
"One year passes so fast."
They see the passing of time
as regrettable.
That's kind of negative.
But I'm living too
in a negative,
backward way.
Ouch!
You don't realize it
until you bump into something.
Soon I'll have to be positive
and forward-looking.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19
- Good morning. - Good morning.
- Good morning, Kawashima.
- Good morning.
Let's go on pay day.
Excuse me.
Good morning.
I'm going to work here from today.
My name is Uchimura, I'm 28.
Pleased to meet you.
Here you are.
There's a new employee
at the office.
A young man.
Listen, everybody.
He looks neat.
Thank you.
Do you have a girlfriend?
No. I don't.
Wakabayashi asked him.
What's your type of girl?
I don't dislike her cheekiness.
Someone who eats up neatly
her chicken wings,
I guess.
What's that?
Thank you.
Love is in the air.
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
Don't push your luck,
you bastard!
You, really...
With that stupid smile
on your face.
You keep lying and lying,
you bastard.
I'm not getting fooled.
You're full of shit.
There's a middle-aged man
growling.
You're just lying all the time,
aren't you?
I spoke to him in silence.
Yeah.
I can't stand it!
Damn it.
I know.
Don't bullshit me, bastard!
- Say something, idiot!
- Don't be so angry.
I'm listening to you.
A beautiful spring day
at Sumida River
Rowers are going up
or floating down
Drops
Drops
from an oar
fall like petals
How can I describe
this beautiful view
We're not alone, you know.
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
Another typhoon's coming.
Lunchtime.
I'm drinking red wine.
I prefer red to white.
For both color and wine.
A mosquito on my thigh.
You want some wine too, huh?
I won't kill you today.
FRIDAY, JULY 5
Uchimura hasn't showed up in a week.
Doesn't even answer the phone.
Are you OK?
I'm sorry.
I heard the sound of love's curtain
dropping down.
Thank you so much.
You're so nice, Igarashi.
MONDAY, JULY 8
I want to go to the seaside.
The sea at night.
It's pitch black.
You can't see a thing.
You can only hear the waves.
It's the place
I can feel death the nearest.
Once a year,
I go there to check whether
I'm still attached
to life or not.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
I don't know why,
but I felt really sad.
I've never broken a mirror
in my life, but
I wonder if this is
a bad omen too.
I'm not demanding to know
what will happen.
But at least I'd like to know
how serious it'll be.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
I think my toilet paper's
running out faster than usual.
There must be someone else
using it.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
They removed my bicycle again.
You come here often.
You remove my bike often too.
I work here at the deposit.
Someone else removes them.
If it was me,
I wouldn't have removed yours.
Do you remember the date
it was removed?
It's easier to find
if you do.
This one?
Only two days have passed,
but it felt like a long time.
Can you fill this form?
When I tried to ring the bell,
it wasn't there.
If I have to suffer like this,
then I won't ride it anymore.
Lady!
Lady!
If I had kids, I probably
wouldn't let them out of the house.
SUNDAY, JULY 14
I can't help but thinking
about my mom lately.
I wonder how it feels like
to be called "Mom".
I liked to watch her
laying the newspaper on the floor
and pulling out her grey hair.
Sometimes I do the same
while thinking about her.
This is how newspapers smell.
I guess Mom used to sniff
this smell too.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
The footbridge
close to my house.
I realized I've never used it.
The view from the footbridge
I've never used before
was totally new to me.
I feel like crying.
THURSDAY, JULY 18
I need a change.
So, I decided
to take the train that goes
the opposite way I usually go.
Nothing but regret.
Give me my time back.
Is this a change, too?
FRIDAY, JULY 19
You know...
I'll call you "Sempai" from now on.
Because you're my senior at work.
What was that announcement for?
"Sempai"...
Is this a change, too?
SATURDAY, JULY 20
SATURDAY, JULY 20
Today it's one of my very few friends' birthday.
Today it's one of my very few friends' birthday.
TO: MAYUMI KOMORI
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
When I sent her my wishes, my e-mail bounced.
"Looks like she changed her address."
But, I'll write you again
next year.
Because you're still a dear,
irreplaceable friend to me.
SUNDAY, JULY 21
It's here! It's here!
Hello. Could you wait
a moment, please? Sorry.
This way, please.
I've bought a bed.
I don't think I'd feel embarrassed
if someone spied me taking a bath.
But, I didn't know...
Sorry.
that having a new bed delivered
to my room
would be so embarrassing.
I'm sorry.
MONDAY, JULY 22
When I woke up, I was sleeping on the
floor between my bed and the window.
This is a change, too.
That e-mail thing the other day
is really bothering me now.
Why didn't she tell me
she changed her e-mail address?
I'll sleep.
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Cheers!
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Finally, our long-awaited
pay day has come.
Yeah.
- I've got a question for you!
- What is it?
What month is my favorite
pay day?
Is it a riddle?
No hints.
July?
Huh? Why?
Because we get a bonus.
Boo! Wrong answer.
I don't know.
The answer is...
March! March 25.
Why?
Because February
has only 28 days.
So it feels like March's pay day
comes really early.
Sometimes the 25th
falls on a Sunday, right?
Then, pay day will be
on March 23!
Super early!
I see. I'll pay attention
to that from now on.
Next year, March 25 will be...
Wednesday.
And the next year...
Do you come here often?
I found it recently.
The waiter's a hunk.
A hunk?
Repeat after me: hunk.
Hunk.
Hunk.
Cheers!
Here you go.
Caesar salad and spicy cod.
So cute.
I'm always looking forward to the 25th.
Not because it's pay day.
Hunk.
But because Wakabayashi
invites me for a drink.
I appreciate it.
He's so cute!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Let's fall in love.
It's such a meaningless decision.
I want to stop
thinking like that from today.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
ORGAN DONOR CARD
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
If they give one of
my organs to someone else,
I'm worried that it might
bring them bad luck.
But the idea that a part of me
will keep on living outside my body
is quite mystical.
If you'll ever be
inside someone else's body
I hope they'll let you
drink alcohol.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
It's not there.
I can't find it.
This isn't it.
I lost one
of my favorite earrings.
I see.
I won't look for you anymore.
I'll respect your will.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Hello.
This, please.
I left the house to get some sake.
There was the local festival.
That girl in yukata and that boy
walking awkwardly in geta clogs
were so cute.
Become one flesh tonight.
You can't truly know your partner
if you don't have sex together.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
Mom!
What must I do now
that I can't have kids anymore?
Mom!
"Mom", huh?
It'd make me laugh every time
they called me like that.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
My birthday.
I'm one year older now.
What is age, I wonder?
I always ask myself.
At this age,
it only makes me embarrassed
when they guess how old I am.
Would I think differently
if I were young?
I guess I would.
I guess I would.
I bet.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
I can't believe it.
I despise you.
Was it really yesterday?
Yeah.
Why didn't you tell me?
I can't even see why
you chose not to tell me.
At lunchtime,
I told Wakabayashi
it was my birthday yesterday.
I'm sorry.
She got really pissed off.
I could have organized
so many things yesterday.
I didn't want you to feel obliged.
That's why I didn't tell you.
I'm really sorry.
I should have told you.
Wakabayashi?
Please don't ignore me.
Waka...
ba...
yashi.
Let me celebrate it
properly next year.
Yes. Please, do.
This is on me.
But I'm really pissed off.
I think I've never been so happy
to get scolded in my life.
The day after my birthday,
she asked me when my birthday was.
She must have amazing intuition.
I think she must be an angel
reincarnated or something.
You're copying me.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Heavy rain since
the early morning.
I'm wearing my new shoes
to go to work.
In all situations,
it's better to go through
the bad experiences as soon as possible.
There.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 7
I'm sorry.
Kawashima, you're kind of
dirty-minded, huh?
Here's the illustration
of a kidney.
Oh? This isn't it.
What's this?
- The vagina.
- Is it really?
And this?
I'll look at you with dirty-minded
eyes from tomorrow.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1
For you.
For you.
I started seeking for something fancy
to do while commuting.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Wakabayashi is home with the flu.
It made me suddenly wonder
how many people would come visit me
if I was hospitalized.
I couldn't think of anyone
but Wakabayashi.
I need a drink tonight.
Spending the night with a guy
who chatted me up at a bar.
Haven't done it in ages.
He's 56.
People seek me
when I don't ask for it.
It's always been like this.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11
If I think he's waiting
beyond the crossing,
it's not so painful
to wait for the train to pass.
I kept thinking that
for over 20 years.
Maybe it is a bit painful.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Morning.
Morning.
- Are you OK now?
- I'm completely fine.
I'm back.
'Morning.
I finally saw Wakabayashi
after so long.
- Good morning!
- Are you well now?
I'm fully recovered.
Good.
Did you miss me?
Of course I did.
Maybe not?
I didn't.
You're lying.
I'll smell your scalp
if you don't tell me the truth.
No! No!
It made me feel like
crying even more
than any tear-jerker.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
I don't know his name,
but I've seen him somewhere.
He bowed at me.
I bowed back.
I used not to bow first to anyone.
It makes me feel nostalgic
to think about that now.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
It's not like I want to move or anything.
I was just looking at the ads
on a real estate agent's window.
11 minutes
from Fujidaira Station.
Why is it so expensive?
I should have invited him
for a drink.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
What's the big deal about Beaujolais?
What's the big deal about Beaujolais?
Hello.
I keep saying that, but
then I drink it anyway.
Let's meet again next year.
I'll be waiting for you.
Don't tell anyone.
I'll be waiting.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
The best way to carry your new wallet.
Like this.
Right.
Shogun style.
What?
Indian style.
What's that?
Namaste.
Come on, Yoshiko.
I'll try too.
Wow!
How am I doing?
Amazing.
But we're gonna eat
Japanese soba noodles.
Maybe I'll get curry soba.
Oh? Okamoto?
Wakabayashi.
- Long time no see.
- Indeed.
Are you really working?
I never see you.
Don't worry, I'm working.
Really?
He was my junior in college.
Right. Hello.
She's Kawashima, my senior.
I saw you the other day.
He's the young guy
I met the other day.
Hello, what would you like?
- You?
- Zaru soba.
One zaru soba
and one tengu soba.
One zaru, one tengu.
Why don't we all go out
to eat together next time?
I'm good.
What does it mean?
You're good to go or not?
I'm good as in "Good."
Be clear!
I meant "Good, it's OK."
So you're coming?
Yes, I'll go.
Of course.
- You will?
- I will.
I meant "Let's go."
- So you're coming.
- Yes, I am.
- Really?
- Really for real.
Really for real.
Seriously.
What are you eating?
Okame soba.
Okame soba.
- Okame?
- Yes.
What's it like?
Okamoto.
He knows Wakabayashi.
The three of us
going out together.
I wonder if it'll really happen.
GOOD WEATHER TOMORROW!
REALLY? GREAT!
LOOKING FORWARD TO IT
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
It looks almost like she's encrypting her words.
She used so many hearts.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
Say "Cheese."
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
- Okamoto!
- Yeah? What's up?
It did happen.
Earlier than expected.
Ready? Go!
Smile, Mr. Raccoon Dog.
Come this way.
I'll take one from here.
When I was a senior
you were a freshman, right?
Yes, I was.
He's more than 20 years
younger than me.
My only relief is that his Chinese
zodiac sign must be stronger than mine.
Your glass is empty.
Excuse me!
Thank you.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
I wore my brand new shoes to work.
I wore my brand new shoes to work.
I hate it when I put
all my weight on my toes
while the traffic light
is still red.
There's no need to rush.
My first message exchange
with Okamoto.
Does it make you happy to receive
a message full of hearts?
I asked him.
I FEEL REVITALIZED
He's an interesting guy.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
It's annoying.
I fall in love way too easily.
I'll sleep.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12
Hello.
Is everything OK?
Yes, sorry.
I didn't mean to shout,
but I did.
I can still shout like that.
WHEN I'LL BE MIDDLE-AGED
Wakabayashi took me to karaoke.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
Wakabayashi took me to karaoke.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
"When I'll be middle-aged".
A very beautiful song.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
There you are.
My missing earring is back.
When these things happen,
I make a point of accepting them
Welcome back.
without asking too many questions.
Welcome back.
Cheers.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
I went out on my bike after a long while.
I've got the feeling
my black and white days
have found some color.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23
Bingo at the joint year-end party
with the editing dept.
- No luck.
- Nope!
Oh! You've got it!
And now the fifth draw.
If you punched out a full row,
shout "Bingo!".
The first winner gets
a $500 travel coupon!
Ready?
Please! Please! Please!
G-51!
Wot?!
Anyone?
I had a full row, but I was
too embarrassed to say it.
Any bingo?
Oh? Wait a minute.
Have you won?
- I haven't.
- Let me see! Let me see!
Maybe it's a bingo!
Maybe it's a bingo!
"Maybe" won't do.
Just come and check.
You'll see.
Right? Come on, Sempai.
Look.
Congratulations!
It's the rule.
Please say it.
Bingo.
Congratulations!
Yay! Yay!
$500 TRAVEL COUPON
Congratulations.
Amazing! Amazing!
MONDAY, JANUARY 6
It was supposed to be the first day
back at work, but I woke up at 3pm.
It's never happened before.
Maybe my body is refusing
to go back to the usual routine.
I can't see.
68 calls.
Wakabayashi called me 68 times.
It made me smile.
I'm alive.
I'm going for a drive
with Okamoto and Wakabayashi.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 12
Good morning.
Morning.
- Good morning!
- 'Morning.
Same color.
You have a chemistry.
Thank you.
How much does it cost?
$86 per day.
You can rent a car
for that money.
Thanks for taking the trouble.
It was no trouble at all.
Wanna put that in the trunk?
No, it's OK.
Really?
What's the cool box for?
In case we find some fish.
We're not going fishing.
Are you planning to swim?
Let's put that in the back.
It's OK.
I'll sit in the front.
When she gets into that mood,
the best thing to do
is to let her be.
Let's go, then.
Did you spot the sea,
down there?
Where?
- There, between those trees.
- I can't see it.
No way! Too bad.
It was beautiful.
What, Okamoto?
Do you like classical music?
They used to play this tune at
my high school, at going-home time.
Classy.
Oh, isn't it the song that goes...
Yes, it is.
Maybe next verse.
It never starts!
Yeah.
That's really towards the end.
- I think it's coming up.
- Really? Is it?
Maybe next?
- Yes.
- You're lying.
Here it is!
Sorry, I need the toilet.
- Again?
- You just went.
I'm sorry.
I need it often.
Why did she bring a body board,
I wonder?
Who knows.
These weird performances you do
to leave me alone with Okamoto
are totally unrequested.
I'm fine, don't worry.
Sorry for the wait.
I pray for your happiness.
Let's go!
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25
First shrine visit of the year.
I know it's a bit late.
I've always had this rule
to make only short-term wishes.
I wish I'll drink
tasty alcohol again tonight.
The gods are busy too.
MONDAY, JANUARY 27
It's not like
I'm waiting for your reply.
I'm already happy
wondering if that's your reply.
Phone.
Shake.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29
Every time
I'm interested in someone
I get a message
from one of my exes.
Life is testing me.
I'm sure.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3
Good morning.
Have you got a cold?
No, I'm allergic to pollen.
I'm sorry for you.
I'm not allergic.
I'd like to try it once.
No, it's definitely better
that you don't.
- Really?
- Yeah.
By the way,
did you know about this?
I've seen it on TV yesterday.
If you do this
one minute per hour,
it's good for your back...
What...
That was scary.
Are you OK?
No, it hurts.
You're laughing too much.
I can't help it.
Ouch.
I laughed so much my belly hurt.
From the early morning.
I forgot about my allergy.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7
If I slept with the guy I loved
If I slept with the guy I loved
and I found him dead in my bed
in the morning,
I probably wouldn't be surprised.
I'm not drunk today.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8
The instant our breaths synchronize,
I can really feel
I'm not alone.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12
OKAMOTO GOOD EVENING.
I was drinking alone
when I got a message.
From Okamoto.
Just accept him.
I keep saying that
to myself.
I'm asking myself
in front of the mirror.
I don't know why,
but I think I got my answer.
My other self in the mirror
was somewhat nice.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17
I apologize for the delay.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
I apologize.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
Here you go.
Here. I apologize.
I'm happy.
Mr. Station Worker.
Now, I'm
happy.
I don't want to record
a precise date.
Because it'd make it a memory.
When something starts,
it means that one day
it'll surely end.
I've started dating Okamoto.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
While I was working,
I got an e-mail from Wakabayashi,
who's sitting diagonally opposite to me.
WAKABAYASHI
IT'S PAY DAY! BUY HER A PRESENT.
WOMEN HAVE A SOFT SPOT FOR GIFTS.
Was this really meant for me?
She's been doing a lot for me
behind the scenes.
MAY I TREAT YOU FOR LUNCH?
MAY I TREAT YOU FOR LUNCH?
It's beyond funny. It moves me to tears.
It's beyond funny. It moves me to tears.
I'll never forget
that expression on her face.
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING.
WE'RE A COUPLE NOW.
She was so happy for me
that she cried.
Sorry I didn't tell you earlier.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5
How's "Fresh Blood For The Wolf" doing?
It's hard to find a slogan for the bookstore.
"Fresh blood" is too strong.
Right.
Are you hungry?
Yes.
Shall we go eat?
Right.
Going home with Okamoto
after work.
Not bad.
But, there are no seats.
Let's try somewhere else.
I'll ask here.
Hello. Sorry, we're full.
I see. Thank you.
The restaurant he tried to pick
was a low-key pub
with a unique atmosphere.
Shall we try near the station?
OK.
I love that about him too.
What shall we eat?
Umm. What do you think?
What would you like?
SUNDAY, MARCH 8
The clothespin I always use
for my laundry
looks like a man and a woman kissing
while taking each other's hands today.
I put it on a thick sweatshirt.
Hold it tight.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
I like to queue up
behind someone
who reminds me
of my mother.
Mom. I'm right behind you.
MONDAY, MARCH 16
MONDAY, MARCH 16
Going back home,
I realized I haven't skipped in a while.
So I did, in a quiet street.
Tell me,
was I doing it right?
I should have asked him.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
Yesterday it was a month
since we started dating.
I have to find the courage to write it
on the day of our anniversary, one day.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Kitchen and living room.
Okamoto's looking for
an apartment. I came along.
This window faces West.
We went to see a few places.
- Nice.
- Right?
Entering an apartment we don't know
whether he's gonna live in or not...
It makes my heart ache.
This is the balcony.
It's got good sunlight.
You're lucky.
The weather's good today.
It's a corner apartment.
It's well-ventilated.
- And this?
- It's a storage room.
Air conditioner too.
What's wrong?
Do you feel unwell?
No, I'm fine.
Is there something in here?
What?
Like a spirit, or a ghost?
I don't know.
Thank god.
You look like you can see
those things.
I've got mixed feelings.
It seems that Okamoto prefers
old and beautiful buildings
over new and beautiful ones.
Please contact me
as soon as possible.
I love that about him too.
Sempai! Your Dad's clipping his nails
without the newspaper.
Here's the newspaper.
Thanks.
Oh, come on.
The water's boiling.
I know.
Green tea?
I had a dream.
I was living with Okamoto
in the apartment we saw yesterday.
I don't know why, but Wakabayashi
and Dad were there too.
I think it's been a while
since the last time
I had a dream like this.
I wish my mom was there too.
It's getting windy.
The wind has stopped.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
It's my alarm.
It was about 2:35pm.
I wonder what that reminder
was for.
SUNDAY, MARCH 29
I went to the real estate agent
with Okamoto.
Please sign here.
You can move in
the 15th of next month.
He picked a different apartment
from the one in my dream.
"I won't let that happen."
Someone whispered in my ear.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
I'll take that.
No, I'm good.
I'm helping him move.
Shall I hold it from below?
I'm fine.
I'm fine, really.
- Or is it better from above?
- Don't trouble yourself.
I thought that he looked
a bit clueless,
but in truth he was pretty
dependable. Though, in fact,
he is really clueless.
This must have been
the sweetest look
I've ever watched
a clueless man with in my life.
Wot?!
Take a break, Yoshiko.
I'm used to this kind of stuff.
I'll keep coming,
again and again.
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
Okamoto gave me a chair.
So I put my old one
outside my building at night.
But I couldn't sleep.
I felt sorry for it.
So, I went out to check on it.
You were looking at Miwa
with lewd eyes.
She's got big boobs and a hot body,
plus that low-necked dress...
Jeez, you're such a pervert.
Come on, I'm a guy.
I thought she was a mannequin.
She creeped me out.
Some strangers
watched me closely.
It's always like this.
In the end,
I can't throw it away.
I'll put it out
together with something else.
So it won't feel lonely.
Maybe that won't do either.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
I have a feeling
he's waiting
beyond the crossing.
I haven't seen Okamoto
this week.
I wasn't able to.
I tried, but I couldn't.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
56 YEAR-OLD GUY
ARE YOU FREE FOR A DRINK TOMORROW NIGHT?
When I want to see him, I can't.
When I want to see him,
I get contacted by some other guy.
Life is testing me.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
Hello.
- Welcome.
- Hello.
When I see this sign in Roman
letters I can read it "Sale" now.
But, there was a time it looked like "Sare"
to me, "Go away" in Japanese.
Go away.
Go away.
OK, I got it.
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
MONDAY, APRIL 27
MONDAY, APRIL 27
Please check this.
How's it going with Okamoto, lately?
Getting along fine?
It's OK to write it.
But I can't say it.
I'd really get fed up.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
I'm happy, but...
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
I have a feeling that
my life was better before.
That's absolutely not true.
I know that.
I want to see the sea at night.
The pitch black sea.
SATURDAY, MAY 2
I went to the area I used to live before.
SATURDAY, MAY 2
I think that viewing
the past with nostalgia
is helping me
to keep my serenity.
I'm negative and backward-looking.
Instead of starting
a new challenge...
I prefer to protect
the irreplaceable.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
SATURDAY, MAY 9
Excuse me.
I'll measure the width.
Could you please raise your toes?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Thank you, Madam.
Thank you, Madam.
Now the other foot.
Darn music.
SATURDAY, MAY 16
I have no idea what kind
of expression I should
have on my face
when I meet him after a while.
It wasn't a long while,
but I feel very nervous.
I lose sight of myself.
What kind of face
am I making now?
Hello.
This way?
I can be more honest with my feelings
in front of a glass of wine.
May I?
Please come in.
I'm sorry.
It's OK.
We kissed.
Four times.
I don't think it's necessary
to record every detail.
But, I'm not sure how to best
imprint everything in my memory.
So I'm writing it down.
I wonder if the wine's chilled.
You came to visit me
with a bottle of wine.
Is that the image
you have of me?
It's not like that.
I like to watch you
drinking wine.
My friend from college
is studying to become...
What's it called...
Um, concierge...? No...
A wine... er...
- Sommelier?
- Yes! That's it.
He suggested me
some good wine.
I'll go get it.
Bad smell. Bad smell.
Smelled bad. I swear.
He's my dear one.
MONDAY, MAY 18
Going to work together.
How's your work schedule?
Very busy?
Not bad.
I'll try to be true
to my feelings today.
FRIDAY, MAY 22
When I went back home
and opened the door,
I saw a pair
of kids shoes.
I didn't even ask myself
whose kid that was.
It just seemed natural.
Then I looked closer.
They were not kids shoes.
It was just a stain.
Then...
It's my kid.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Obon Festival vacation.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Okamoto went home
to see his parents.
I like that he didn't invite me.
While he's out of Tokyo,
I'll write it down.
I love him.
I'll try not
to reread it afterwards.
Cross, cross, cross.
Circle.
The rain doesn't stop.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
If I can go on living like this,
I don't need anything else.
The moment
I prepared myself for that,
I felt so afraid I'll get left
on my own and lose everything.
But that's truly what I think.
Now I can stand up straight
more than I've ever did.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
OKAMOTO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
For some reason,
I didn't want him to know.
But then I received
his birthday wishes.
I don't think I've told him.
I guess he knew.
No.
I'm sorry.
No, no...
What shall I do?
I'm trying to test him.
But, in the end I'm the one
who's been tested.
I keep fumbling and fumbling,
then I think I'm stupid.
Dear Okamoto...
It's like a refrain
that'll be repeated until I die.
No.
Wakabayashi's going to treat me
for my birthday this afternoon.
There she is.
Sorry for the wait.
She's wearing sunglasses.
I guess you wanted
to spend the day alone with her.
But we've decided this
a year ago.
I don't mind, really.
I can't have lunch with her
anymore because of you.
She's mine today.
Oh? What are you wearing?
- Do you mean these?
- Yeah.
I wanted to try something new.
Don't tell me if they suit me or not.
I'll ignore any comment.
Taking the challenge
is the important thing.
What are you saying?
Looking at myself reflected
in her sunglasses
I realized I was smiling
very happily.
Okamoto!
Let's go!
Yasuko Matsuyuki
Haru Kuroki
Hiroya Shimizu
Based on the novel "My Sweet Grappa Remedies"
by Yoshiko Kawashima (Jiro / SISSONNE)
Screenplay by Jiro (SISSONNE)
Music by Masaki Takano
Directed by Akiko Ooku
c2019 YOSHIMOTO KOGYO CO.,LTD
Wanna go to the zoo?
Yes.
This is my diary.
Nobody's going to read it.
And I won't reread it either.
It's just a diary.
Goodbye, Kawashima.
Goodbye.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
I said in my head...
"I'm your mom."
Kota.
Shiitake, shiitake.
Don't touch them.
They're delicate.
Don't touch, don't touch.
Let's go.
Shiitake are delicate.
Don't touch them.
I'm no mom.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
REMOVED BICYCLE DEPOSIT
They took my bicycle away.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
It's in prison.
I finally saw it again
after a whole week apart.
I felt like hugging it.
Be careful from now on.
I rang the bell.
It sounded happier than usual.
The dog said "Welcome back" too.
Ringing. Barking.
They both end in "G".
THURSDAY, MAY 9
I wonder if the woman
I see in the mirror is the same
that other people see.
I've always wondered that,
since I was little.
Huh?
SUNDAY, MAY 26
Thank you.
Thank you.
He's handing out tissues
to women only.
I wonder why
he didn't give it to me.
Thank you.
TUESDAY, MAY 28
HYDRANGEAS ARE IN BLOOM.
Come visit me.
Watching this old lady
desperately using a phone with
huge text moves me to tears
more than any movie.
THURSDAY, JUNE 13
On this day I started seriously
dating a man for the first time.
For some reason,
I recall it every year.
He's probably married
and has kids by now.
I remembered you.
You must remember me too.
Or rather...
Remember me, please.
MONDAY, JUNE 17
We're already half way through the year.
Time flies.
One year passes so fast.
Half a year's already gone.
Most people express regret saying
"Half a year has already passed."
"One year passes so fast."
They see the passing of time
as regrettable.
That's kind of negative.
But I'm living too
in a negative,
backward way.
Ouch!
You don't realize it
until you bump into something.
Soon I'll have to be positive
and forward-looking.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19
- Good morning. - Good morning.
- Good morning, Kawashima.
- Good morning.
Let's go on pay day.
Excuse me.
Good morning.
I'm going to work here from today.
My name is Uchimura, I'm 28.
Pleased to meet you.
Here you are.
There's a new employee
at the office.
A young man.
Listen, everybody.
He looks neat.
Thank you.
Do you have a girlfriend?
No. I don't.
Wakabayashi asked him.
What's your type of girl?
I don't dislike her cheekiness.
Someone who eats up neatly
her chicken wings,
I guess.
What's that?
Thank you.
Love is in the air.
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
Don't push your luck,
you bastard!
You, really...
With that stupid smile
on your face.
You keep lying and lying,
you bastard.
I'm not getting fooled.
You're full of shit.
There's a middle-aged man
growling.
You're just lying all the time,
aren't you?
I spoke to him in silence.
Yeah.
I can't stand it!
Damn it.
I know.
Don't bullshit me, bastard!
- Say something, idiot!
- Don't be so angry.
I'm listening to you.
A beautiful spring day
at Sumida River
Rowers are going up
or floating down
Drops
Drops
from an oar
fall like petals
How can I describe
this beautiful view
We're not alone, you know.
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
Another typhoon's coming.
Lunchtime.
I'm drinking red wine.
I prefer red to white.
For both color and wine.
A mosquito on my thigh.
You want some wine too, huh?
I won't kill you today.
FRIDAY, JULY 5
Uchimura hasn't showed up in a week.
Doesn't even answer the phone.
Are you OK?
I'm sorry.
I heard the sound of love's curtain
dropping down.
Thank you so much.
You're so nice, Igarashi.
MONDAY, JULY 8
I want to go to the seaside.
The sea at night.
It's pitch black.
You can't see a thing.
You can only hear the waves.
It's the place
I can feel death the nearest.
Once a year,
I go there to check whether
I'm still attached
to life or not.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
I don't know why,
but I felt really sad.
I've never broken a mirror
in my life, but
I wonder if this is
a bad omen too.
I'm not demanding to know
what will happen.
But at least I'd like to know
how serious it'll be.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
I think my toilet paper's
running out faster than usual.
There must be someone else
using it.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
They removed my bicycle again.
You come here often.
You remove my bike often too.
I work here at the deposit.
Someone else removes them.
If it was me,
I wouldn't have removed yours.
Do you remember the date
it was removed?
It's easier to find
if you do.
This one?
Only two days have passed,
but it felt like a long time.
Can you fill this form?
When I tried to ring the bell,
it wasn't there.
If I have to suffer like this,
then I won't ride it anymore.
Lady!
Lady!
If I had kids, I probably
wouldn't let them out of the house.
SUNDAY, JULY 14
I can't help but thinking
about my mom lately.
I wonder how it feels like
to be called "Mom".
I liked to watch her
laying the newspaper on the floor
and pulling out her grey hair.
Sometimes I do the same
while thinking about her.
This is how newspapers smell.
I guess Mom used to sniff
this smell too.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
The footbridge
close to my house.
I realized I've never used it.
The view from the footbridge
I've never used before
was totally new to me.
I feel like crying.
THURSDAY, JULY 18
I need a change.
So, I decided
to take the train that goes
the opposite way I usually go.
Nothing but regret.
Give me my time back.
Is this a change, too?
FRIDAY, JULY 19
You know...
I'll call you "Sempai" from now on.
Because you're my senior at work.
What was that announcement for?
"Sempai"...
Is this a change, too?
SATURDAY, JULY 20
SATURDAY, JULY 20
Today it's one of my very few friends' birthday.
Today it's one of my very few friends' birthday.
TO: MAYUMI KOMORI
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
When I sent her my wishes, my e-mail bounced.
"Looks like she changed her address."
But, I'll write you again
next year.
Because you're still a dear,
irreplaceable friend to me.
SUNDAY, JULY 21
It's here! It's here!
Hello. Could you wait
a moment, please? Sorry.
This way, please.
I've bought a bed.
I don't think I'd feel embarrassed
if someone spied me taking a bath.
But, I didn't know...
Sorry.
that having a new bed delivered
to my room
would be so embarrassing.
I'm sorry.
MONDAY, JULY 22
When I woke up, I was sleeping on the
floor between my bed and the window.
This is a change, too.
That e-mail thing the other day
is really bothering me now.
Why didn't she tell me
she changed her e-mail address?
I'll sleep.
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Cheers!
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Finally, our long-awaited
pay day has come.
Yeah.
- I've got a question for you!
- What is it?
What month is my favorite
pay day?
Is it a riddle?
No hints.
July?
Huh? Why?
Because we get a bonus.
Boo! Wrong answer.
I don't know.
The answer is...
March! March 25.
Why?
Because February
has only 28 days.
So it feels like March's pay day
comes really early.
Sometimes the 25th
falls on a Sunday, right?
Then, pay day will be
on March 23!
Super early!
I see. I'll pay attention
to that from now on.
Next year, March 25 will be...
Wednesday.
And the next year...
Do you come here often?
I found it recently.
The waiter's a hunk.
A hunk?
Repeat after me: hunk.
Hunk.
Hunk.
Cheers!
Here you go.
Caesar salad and spicy cod.
So cute.
I'm always looking forward to the 25th.
Not because it's pay day.
Hunk.
But because Wakabayashi
invites me for a drink.
I appreciate it.
He's so cute!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Let's fall in love.
It's such a meaningless decision.
I want to stop
thinking like that from today.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
ORGAN DONOR CARD
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1
If they give one of
my organs to someone else,
I'm worried that it might
bring them bad luck.
But the idea that a part of me
will keep on living outside my body
is quite mystical.
If you'll ever be
inside someone else's body
I hope they'll let you
drink alcohol.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
It's not there.
I can't find it.
This isn't it.
I lost one
of my favorite earrings.
I see.
I won't look for you anymore.
I'll respect your will.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Hello.
This, please.
I left the house to get some sake.
There was the local festival.
That girl in yukata and that boy
walking awkwardly in geta clogs
were so cute.
Become one flesh tonight.
You can't truly know your partner
if you don't have sex together.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
Mom!
What must I do now
that I can't have kids anymore?
Mom!
"Mom", huh?
It'd make me laugh every time
they called me like that.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
My birthday.
I'm one year older now.
What is age, I wonder?
I always ask myself.
At this age,
it only makes me embarrassed
when they guess how old I am.
Would I think differently
if I were young?
I guess I would.
I guess I would.
I bet.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
I can't believe it.
I despise you.
Was it really yesterday?
Yeah.
Why didn't you tell me?
I can't even see why
you chose not to tell me.
At lunchtime,
I told Wakabayashi
it was my birthday yesterday.
I'm sorry.
She got really pissed off.
I could have organized
so many things yesterday.
I didn't want you to feel obliged.
That's why I didn't tell you.
I'm really sorry.
I should have told you.
Wakabayashi?
Please don't ignore me.
Waka...
ba...
yashi.
Let me celebrate it
properly next year.
Yes. Please, do.
This is on me.
But I'm really pissed off.
I think I've never been so happy
to get scolded in my life.
The day after my birthday,
she asked me when my birthday was.
She must have amazing intuition.
I think she must be an angel
reincarnated or something.
You're copying me.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Heavy rain since
the early morning.
I'm wearing my new shoes
to go to work.
In all situations,
it's better to go through
the bad experiences as soon as possible.
There.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 7
I'm sorry.
Kawashima, you're kind of
dirty-minded, huh?
Here's the illustration
of a kidney.
Oh? This isn't it.
What's this?
- The vagina.
- Is it really?
And this?
I'll look at you with dirty-minded
eyes from tomorrow.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1
For you.
For you.
I started seeking for something fancy
to do while commuting.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Wakabayashi is home with the flu.
It made me suddenly wonder
how many people would come visit me
if I was hospitalized.
I couldn't think of anyone
but Wakabayashi.
I need a drink tonight.
Spending the night with a guy
who chatted me up at a bar.
Haven't done it in ages.
He's 56.
People seek me
when I don't ask for it.
It's always been like this.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11
If I think he's waiting
beyond the crossing,
it's not so painful
to wait for the train to pass.
I kept thinking that
for over 20 years.
Maybe it is a bit painful.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Morning.
Morning.
- Are you OK now?
- I'm completely fine.
I'm back.
'Morning.
I finally saw Wakabayashi
after so long.
- Good morning!
- Are you well now?
I'm fully recovered.
Good.
Did you miss me?
Of course I did.
Maybe not?
I didn't.
You're lying.
I'll smell your scalp
if you don't tell me the truth.
No! No!
It made me feel like
crying even more
than any tear-jerker.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
I don't know his name,
but I've seen him somewhere.
He bowed at me.
I bowed back.
I used not to bow first to anyone.
It makes me feel nostalgic
to think about that now.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
It's not like I want to move or anything.
I was just looking at the ads
on a real estate agent's window.
11 minutes
from Fujidaira Station.
Why is it so expensive?
I should have invited him
for a drink.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
What's the big deal about Beaujolais?
What's the big deal about Beaujolais?
Hello.
I keep saying that, but
then I drink it anyway.
Let's meet again next year.
I'll be waiting for you.
Don't tell anyone.
I'll be waiting.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
The best way to carry your new wallet.
Like this.
Right.
Shogun style.
What?
Indian style.
What's that?
Namaste.
Come on, Yoshiko.
I'll try too.
Wow!
How am I doing?
Amazing.
But we're gonna eat
Japanese soba noodles.
Maybe I'll get curry soba.
Oh? Okamoto?
Wakabayashi.
- Long time no see.
- Indeed.
Are you really working?
I never see you.
Don't worry, I'm working.
Really?
He was my junior in college.
Right. Hello.
She's Kawashima, my senior.
I saw you the other day.
He's the young guy
I met the other day.
Hello, what would you like?
- You?
- Zaru soba.
One zaru soba
and one tengu soba.
One zaru, one tengu.
Why don't we all go out
to eat together next time?
I'm good.
What does it mean?
You're good to go or not?
I'm good as in "Good."
Be clear!
I meant "Good, it's OK."
So you're coming?
Yes, I'll go.
Of course.
- You will?
- I will.
I meant "Let's go."
- So you're coming.
- Yes, I am.
- Really?
- Really for real.
Really for real.
Seriously.
What are you eating?
Okame soba.
Okame soba.
- Okame?
- Yes.
What's it like?
Okamoto.
He knows Wakabayashi.
The three of us
going out together.
I wonder if it'll really happen.
GOOD WEATHER TOMORROW!
REALLY? GREAT!
LOOKING FORWARD TO IT
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
It looks almost like she's encrypting her words.
She used so many hearts.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
Say "Cheese."
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2
- Okamoto!
- Yeah? What's up?
It did happen.
Earlier than expected.
Ready? Go!
Smile, Mr. Raccoon Dog.
Come this way.
I'll take one from here.
When I was a senior
you were a freshman, right?
Yes, I was.
He's more than 20 years
younger than me.
My only relief is that his Chinese
zodiac sign must be stronger than mine.
Your glass is empty.
Excuse me!
Thank you.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5
I wore my brand new shoes to work.
I wore my brand new shoes to work.
I hate it when I put
all my weight on my toes
while the traffic light
is still red.
There's no need to rush.
My first message exchange
with Okamoto.
Does it make you happy to receive
a message full of hearts?
I asked him.
I FEEL REVITALIZED
He's an interesting guy.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
It's annoying.
I fall in love way too easily.
I'll sleep.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12
Hello.
Is everything OK?
Yes, sorry.
I didn't mean to shout,
but I did.
I can still shout like that.
WHEN I'LL BE MIDDLE-AGED
Wakabayashi took me to karaoke.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
Wakabayashi took me to karaoke.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
"When I'll be middle-aged".
A very beautiful song.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
There you are.
My missing earring is back.
When these things happen,
I make a point of accepting them
Welcome back.
without asking too many questions.
Welcome back.
Cheers.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
I went out on my bike after a long while.
I've got the feeling
my black and white days
have found some color.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23
Bingo at the joint year-end party
with the editing dept.
- No luck.
- Nope!
Oh! You've got it!
And now the fifth draw.
If you punched out a full row,
shout "Bingo!".
The first winner gets
a $500 travel coupon!
Ready?
Please! Please! Please!
G-51!
Wot?!
Anyone?
I had a full row, but I was
too embarrassed to say it.
Any bingo?
Oh? Wait a minute.
Have you won?
- I haven't.
- Let me see! Let me see!
Maybe it's a bingo!
Maybe it's a bingo!
"Maybe" won't do.
Just come and check.
You'll see.
Right? Come on, Sempai.
Look.
Congratulations!
It's the rule.
Please say it.
Bingo.
Congratulations!
Yay! Yay!
$500 TRAVEL COUPON
Congratulations.
Amazing! Amazing!
MONDAY, JANUARY 6
It was supposed to be the first day
back at work, but I woke up at 3pm.
It's never happened before.
Maybe my body is refusing
to go back to the usual routine.
I can't see.
68 calls.
Wakabayashi called me 68 times.
It made me smile.
I'm alive.
I'm going for a drive
with Okamoto and Wakabayashi.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 12
Good morning.
Morning.
- Good morning!
- 'Morning.
Same color.
You have a chemistry.
Thank you.
How much does it cost?
$86 per day.
You can rent a car
for that money.
Thanks for taking the trouble.
It was no trouble at all.
Wanna put that in the trunk?
No, it's OK.
Really?
What's the cool box for?
In case we find some fish.
We're not going fishing.
Are you planning to swim?
Let's put that in the back.
It's OK.
I'll sit in the front.
When she gets into that mood,
the best thing to do
is to let her be.
Let's go, then.
Did you spot the sea,
down there?
Where?
- There, between those trees.
- I can't see it.
No way! Too bad.
It was beautiful.
What, Okamoto?
Do you like classical music?
They used to play this tune at
my high school, at going-home time.
Classy.
Oh, isn't it the song that goes...
Yes, it is.
Maybe next verse.
It never starts!
Yeah.
That's really towards the end.
- I think it's coming up.
- Really? Is it?
Maybe next?
- Yes.
- You're lying.
Here it is!
Sorry, I need the toilet.
- Again?
- You just went.
I'm sorry.
I need it often.
Why did she bring a body board,
I wonder?
Who knows.
These weird performances you do
to leave me alone with Okamoto
are totally unrequested.
I'm fine, don't worry.
Sorry for the wait.
I pray for your happiness.
Let's go!
SATURDAY, JANUARY 25
First shrine visit of the year.
I know it's a bit late.
I've always had this rule
to make only short-term wishes.
I wish I'll drink
tasty alcohol again tonight.
The gods are busy too.
MONDAY, JANUARY 27
It's not like
I'm waiting for your reply.
I'm already happy
wondering if that's your reply.
Phone.
Shake.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29
Every time
I'm interested in someone
I get a message
from one of my exes.
Life is testing me.
I'm sure.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3
Good morning.
Have you got a cold?
No, I'm allergic to pollen.
I'm sorry for you.
I'm not allergic.
I'd like to try it once.
No, it's definitely better
that you don't.
- Really?
- Yeah.
By the way,
did you know about this?
I've seen it on TV yesterday.
If you do this
one minute per hour,
it's good for your back...
What...
That was scary.
Are you OK?
No, it hurts.
You're laughing too much.
I can't help it.
Ouch.
I laughed so much my belly hurt.
From the early morning.
I forgot about my allergy.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7
If I slept with the guy I loved
If I slept with the guy I loved
and I found him dead in my bed
in the morning,
I probably wouldn't be surprised.
I'm not drunk today.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8
The instant our breaths synchronize,
I can really feel
I'm not alone.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12
OKAMOTO GOOD EVENING.
I was drinking alone
when I got a message.
From Okamoto.
Just accept him.
I keep saying that
to myself.
I'm asking myself
in front of the mirror.
I don't know why,
but I think I got my answer.
My other self in the mirror
was somewhat nice.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17
I apologize for the delay.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
I apologize.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Here's the certificate of lateness.
Here you go.
Here. I apologize.
I'm happy.
Mr. Station Worker.
Now, I'm
happy.
I don't want to record
a precise date.
Because it'd make it a memory.
When something starts,
it means that one day
it'll surely end.
I've started dating Okamoto.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
While I was working,
I got an e-mail from Wakabayashi,
who's sitting diagonally opposite to me.
WAKABAYASHI
IT'S PAY DAY! BUY HER A PRESENT.
WOMEN HAVE A SOFT SPOT FOR GIFTS.
Was this really meant for me?
She's been doing a lot for me
behind the scenes.
MAY I TREAT YOU FOR LUNCH?
MAY I TREAT YOU FOR LUNCH?
It's beyond funny. It moves me to tears.
It's beyond funny. It moves me to tears.
I'll never forget
that expression on her face.
THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING.
WE'RE A COUPLE NOW.
She was so happy for me
that she cried.
Sorry I didn't tell you earlier.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5
How's "Fresh Blood For The Wolf" doing?
It's hard to find a slogan for the bookstore.
"Fresh blood" is too strong.
Right.
Are you hungry?
Yes.
Shall we go eat?
Right.
Going home with Okamoto
after work.
Not bad.
But, there are no seats.
Let's try somewhere else.
I'll ask here.
Hello. Sorry, we're full.
I see. Thank you.
The restaurant he tried to pick
was a low-key pub
with a unique atmosphere.
Shall we try near the station?
OK.
I love that about him too.
What shall we eat?
Umm. What do you think?
What would you like?
SUNDAY, MARCH 8
The clothespin I always use
for my laundry
looks like a man and a woman kissing
while taking each other's hands today.
I put it on a thick sweatshirt.
Hold it tight.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
I like to queue up
behind someone
who reminds me
of my mother.
Mom. I'm right behind you.
MONDAY, MARCH 16
MONDAY, MARCH 16
Going back home,
I realized I haven't skipped in a while.
So I did, in a quiet street.
Tell me,
was I doing it right?
I should have asked him.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
Yesterday it was a month
since we started dating.
I have to find the courage to write it
on the day of our anniversary, one day.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
Kitchen and living room.
Okamoto's looking for
an apartment. I came along.
This window faces West.
We went to see a few places.
- Nice.
- Right?
Entering an apartment we don't know
whether he's gonna live in or not...
It makes my heart ache.
This is the balcony.
It's got good sunlight.
You're lucky.
The weather's good today.
It's a corner apartment.
It's well-ventilated.
- And this?
- It's a storage room.
Air conditioner too.
What's wrong?
Do you feel unwell?
No, I'm fine.
Is there something in here?
What?
Like a spirit, or a ghost?
I don't know.
Thank god.
You look like you can see
those things.
I've got mixed feelings.
It seems that Okamoto prefers
old and beautiful buildings
over new and beautiful ones.
Please contact me
as soon as possible.
I love that about him too.
Sempai! Your Dad's clipping his nails
without the newspaper.
Here's the newspaper.
Thanks.
Oh, come on.
The water's boiling.
I know.
Green tea?
I had a dream.
I was living with Okamoto
in the apartment we saw yesterday.
I don't know why, but Wakabayashi
and Dad were there too.
I think it's been a while
since the last time
I had a dream like this.
I wish my mom was there too.
It's getting windy.
The wind has stopped.
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
It's my alarm.
It was about 2:35pm.
I wonder what that reminder
was for.
SUNDAY, MARCH 29
I went to the real estate agent
with Okamoto.
Please sign here.
You can move in
the 15th of next month.
He picked a different apartment
from the one in my dream.
"I won't let that happen."
Someone whispered in my ear.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
I'll take that.
No, I'm good.
I'm helping him move.
Shall I hold it from below?
I'm fine.
I'm fine, really.
- Or is it better from above?
- Don't trouble yourself.
I thought that he looked
a bit clueless,
but in truth he was pretty
dependable. Though, in fact,
he is really clueless.
This must have been
the sweetest look
I've ever watched
a clueless man with in my life.
Wot?!
Take a break, Yoshiko.
I'm used to this kind of stuff.
I'll keep coming,
again and again.
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
Okamoto gave me a chair.
So I put my old one
outside my building at night.
But I couldn't sleep.
I felt sorry for it.
So, I went out to check on it.
You were looking at Miwa
with lewd eyes.
She's got big boobs and a hot body,
plus that low-necked dress...
Jeez, you're such a pervert.
Come on, I'm a guy.
I thought she was a mannequin.
She creeped me out.
Some strangers
watched me closely.
It's always like this.
In the end,
I can't throw it away.
I'll put it out
together with something else.
So it won't feel lonely.
Maybe that won't do either.
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
I have a feeling
he's waiting
beyond the crossing.
I haven't seen Okamoto
this week.
I wasn't able to.
I tried, but I couldn't.
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
56 YEAR-OLD GUY
ARE YOU FREE FOR A DRINK TOMORROW NIGHT?
When I want to see him, I can't.
When I want to see him,
I get contacted by some other guy.
Life is testing me.
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
Hello.
- Welcome.
- Hello.
When I see this sign in Roman
letters I can read it "Sale" now.
But, there was a time it looked like "Sare"
to me, "Go away" in Japanese.
Go away.
Go away.
OK, I got it.
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
MONDAY, APRIL 27
MONDAY, APRIL 27
Please check this.
How's it going with Okamoto, lately?
Getting along fine?
It's OK to write it.
But I can't say it.
I'd really get fed up.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
I'm happy, but...
THURSDAY, APRIL 30
I have a feeling that
my life was better before.
That's absolutely not true.
I know that.
I want to see the sea at night.
The pitch black sea.
SATURDAY, MAY 2
I went to the area I used to live before.
SATURDAY, MAY 2
I think that viewing
the past with nostalgia
is helping me
to keep my serenity.
I'm negative and backward-looking.
Instead of starting
a new challenge...
I prefer to protect
the irreplaceable.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
Okamoto.
SATURDAY, MAY 9
Excuse me.
I'll measure the width.
Could you please raise your toes?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Thank you, Madam.
Thank you, Madam.
Now the other foot.
Darn music.
SATURDAY, MAY 16
I have no idea what kind
of expression I should
have on my face
when I meet him after a while.
It wasn't a long while,
but I feel very nervous.
I lose sight of myself.
What kind of face
am I making now?
Hello.
This way?
I can be more honest with my feelings
in front of a glass of wine.
May I?
Please come in.
I'm sorry.
It's OK.
We kissed.
Four times.
I don't think it's necessary
to record every detail.
But, I'm not sure how to best
imprint everything in my memory.
So I'm writing it down.
I wonder if the wine's chilled.
You came to visit me
with a bottle of wine.
Is that the image
you have of me?
It's not like that.
I like to watch you
drinking wine.
My friend from college
is studying to become...
What's it called...
Um, concierge...? No...
A wine... er...
- Sommelier?
- Yes! That's it.
He suggested me
some good wine.
I'll go get it.
Bad smell. Bad smell.
Smelled bad. I swear.
He's my dear one.
MONDAY, MAY 18
Going to work together.
How's your work schedule?
Very busy?
Not bad.
I'll try to be true
to my feelings today.
FRIDAY, MAY 22
When I went back home
and opened the door,
I saw a pair
of kids shoes.
I didn't even ask myself
whose kid that was.
It just seemed natural.
Then I looked closer.
They were not kids shoes.
It was just a stain.
Then...
It's my kid.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Obon Festival vacation.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Okamoto went home
to see his parents.
I like that he didn't invite me.
While he's out of Tokyo,
I'll write it down.
I love him.
I'll try not
to reread it afterwards.
Cross, cross, cross.
Circle.
The rain doesn't stop.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
If I can go on living like this,
I don't need anything else.
The moment
I prepared myself for that,
I felt so afraid I'll get left
on my own and lose everything.
But that's truly what I think.
Now I can stand up straight
more than I've ever did.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
OKAMOTO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
For some reason,
I didn't want him to know.
But then I received
his birthday wishes.
I don't think I've told him.
I guess he knew.
No.
I'm sorry.
No, no...
What shall I do?
I'm trying to test him.
But, in the end I'm the one
who's been tested.
I keep fumbling and fumbling,
then I think I'm stupid.
Dear Okamoto...
It's like a refrain
that'll be repeated until I die.
No.
Wakabayashi's going to treat me
for my birthday this afternoon.
There she is.
Sorry for the wait.
She's wearing sunglasses.
I guess you wanted
to spend the day alone with her.
But we've decided this
a year ago.
I don't mind, really.
I can't have lunch with her
anymore because of you.
She's mine today.
Oh? What are you wearing?
- Do you mean these?
- Yeah.
I wanted to try something new.
Don't tell me if they suit me or not.
I'll ignore any comment.
Taking the challenge
is the important thing.
What are you saying?
Looking at myself reflected
in her sunglasses
I realized I was smiling
very happily.
Okamoto!
Let's go!
Yasuko Matsuyuki
Haru Kuroki
Hiroya Shimizu
Based on the novel "My Sweet Grappa Remedies"
by Yoshiko Kawashima (Jiro / SISSONNE)
Screenplay by Jiro (SISSONNE)
Music by Masaki Takano
Directed by Akiko Ooku
c2019 YOSHIMOTO KOGYO CO.,LTD