Teinen Oyaji Kaizou Keikaku

Tsuneo Shoji, a middle-aged man, has been working for Oyaji, a large and powerful company, for decades. As he approaches the age of retirement, Tsuneo's health has begun to deteriorate. He is frequently hospitalized due to complications from his underlying medical condition, which has become a source of concern for his wife. Despite his poor health, Tsuneo's wife is worried about the possibility of him being involved in a car accident and injuring her. The situation worsens when Tsuneo's daughter, who has been supporting her mother with various medical needs, suggests that her husband's condition is not just physical but also the root cause of the family's problems. This implies that Tsuneo's illness may be psychological or emotional, stemming from his strained relationships with his family members. As Tsuneo struggles to understand and cope with his illness, he receives news from a family friend that his wife has a long-lost relative in the countryside who is in dire need of financial assistance. The family friend believes that this could be an opportunity for the Shoji family to reconnect with their roots and resolve their long-standing issues. Tsuneo's daughter is initially hesitant to support this plan, as she feels that her husband's condition needs to be prioritized. However, Tsuneo sees this as an opportunity to make amends with his family and prove to them that he is still capable of handling responsibilities. Despite his fragile health, Tsuneo decides to embark on a journey to reunite with his long-lost relative and find a way to help them overcome their difficulties. Along the way, Tsuneo reflects on his past and the relationships he has formed with his family members. He begins to appreciate the complexities of his relationships, particularly with his daughter who has been shouldering the responsibilities of caring for her ailing husband and mother. Through his experiences, Tsuneo starts to understand the root cause of his illness and begins to make amends with his past mistakes. As Tsuneo navigates the challenges of his journey, he is met with unexpected kindness and generosity from the people he encounters. They are impressed by his selfless nature and determination to make things right with his family. This newfound understanding of his own worth and capacity inspires Tsuneo to reevaluate his priorities and set new goals for himself. Meanwhile, Tsuneo's family begins to realize the true nature of his illness and how it has affected their relationships. They start to appreciate the efforts he has made to reconnect with them and begin to work towards healing and rebuilding their family bonds. Tsuneo's condition continues to deteriorate, but he finds solace in knowing that he has been able to reconnect with his family and make amends for past mistakes. In the end, Tsuneo's journey has a profound impact on his family, helping them to let go of their grudges and forgive each other. Through his story, the film highlights the importance of family, forgiveness, and redemption, ultimately showing that it's never too late to make amends and change the course of one's life.