All language subtitles for PLAN.75.2022.JAPANESE.1080p.RETAIL

The surplus of seniors is
draining the Japanese economy

and has a bad effect

on the younger generation.

Of course, the elderly do not want
to be a burden in our life.

We Japanese have a long and proud
history of sacrifice

to the benefit of the country.

I pray that my brave act

will spark a discussion

and lead to a brighter future

for this nation...

You are listening to the "Music Forest",
hosted by Radio Japan.

And now the news.

Today, the government passed the
bill "Plan 75"

to facilitate death for all
citizens aged 75 years and over.

Following a hate crime
against seniors in our country,

the community is
demanding drastic action

to address critical issues
regarding the elderly population.

"Plan 75" caused controversy
since it was first proposed,

but the bill was passed
in spite of protests.

This unprecedented solution for the dilemma
of the elderly population in Japan

has captured the world's attention...

You are moaning.

What, me?

You keep moaning.

My goodness.

I didn't even notice.

- How do you feel?
- Not great.

You should have a check-up.

The doctor scares me.

I'll take this out.

Alright.

Those apples look so delicious!

Thank you very much.

Oh, this one's a little bruised.

It will be like that anyways when you eat it.

- That's right.
- Of course.

This is for you.

Go ahead, Ineko.

Ittadakimasu.

I'll take a piece, too.

Ittadakimasu.

[Quiz program on TV]

Ittadakimasu.

Is there anybody with
the ticket number 5?

Do you have number 5 maybe?

I'm number 5.

Sorry to keep you waiting.
This way please.

My knees are a little...

Just a moment.

So much trouble!

Just a short distance.

Let's use this.

- Thank you.
- Not at all.

Thank you.

Like this?

Can you lift your leg, please?

- This one, too.
- Alright.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

I see you have done
your homework.

I have many questions.

I will receive 1000 Dollars
"preparation fund", right?

Right.

What can I use it for?

Good question. Basically it
can be used for any purpose.

For traveling, or enjoying a meal out.
However you like it, really.

Like a gift.

Some recipients use it
for funeral expenses.

That's not very interesting, right?

And another question...

Yes.

The "group plan"...

What's that?

This is one of those packages
offered for cremation and burial.

Members of the group plan to be
cremated and buried together.

This service is completely free.

- No fees at all.
- That's right.

The 1000 Dollar fund I mentioned is
really yours to use.

Once I am dead, it makes no difference.

To be buried with others is
no problem, right?

Some participants feel
less lonely that way.

Is it... difficult to
enrol?

No process or special
requirement is needed.

No health inspection,

nor approval by a doctor
or your family.

It is very straightforward.

That's right.

The simpler, the better.

- Would you like to register today?
- Yes.

Good.
I'll start the paperwork.

Exactly 30 minutes.

Right on time.

Your tea.

Here we go.

Your tea.

Bring your elbows forward.

And up, and turn
your elbows back.

Once more...

I will lift your feet now.

Right.

It's cold today, isn't it?

That feels good.

A moment, please.

- Hello.
- Hello.

May I do a check?

Please raise your arms.

[Tagalog] Hello, darling. How are you?

I really miss you.

How do you feel?

They gave you another injection?

That's right, they said it doesn't hurt.

You are such a brave girl.

Your toys will arrive soon.

Just be patient a little more, okay?

I'm lucky you are
good girl.

Is dad there?

Can I talk to him?

How are you, honey?

Does the doctor say
she needs surgery urgently?

Isn't it too early?

What is the success rate of the operation?

Number 40 to 50, please
to the examination room.

This one?

The button above.
The one that says "start".

This one.

It works.

It's difficult to keep
your head up in a place like this.

Looks like we're holding on tight
on life.

Right.

This announcement is for the patient
examination of the elderly group .

Patients receiving cancer screening,
please proceed to the second floor

after filling
the questionnaire.

For our bright future...

Humans have no choice
to be born or not,

but how good is it
if we can choose

when it's time to die.

To be able to decide how
my life will end

gives me peace of mind.

I have no doubt about that at all.

"She lived a good life,"

that's what people
will say about me.

Plan 75 is available free for all
citizens aged 75 years and over.

We offer friendly and personal support
to all participants.

Feel free to contact today.

We are there for you until the end...

Plan 75.

Excuse me.

We have a reservation
for four people at one o'clock.

- Welcome. Please fill this in.

78 years.

What's the time now?

It's just one o'clock.

Let's go.

"Tangled Hair". Number 25.

25...

Who goes first today?
How about you, Michi?

I will sing later.

Go first for once.
Sanae and I are always singing.

"Sake of Sorrow".

What number?

37.

"Under the shade of an old apple tree,"

"tomorrow, let's
meet one more time."

"When the sun turns red"

"and sinks down in the west."

"Happily, cheek to cheek"

"with a whisper of love"

"love burns crimson,"

"like an apple, oh so red."

Look.

It's like a resort hotel.

I took some pamphlets.

One for you.

Here.

It's very expensive.

This is Plan 75 "Platinum".

They have everything.

Swimming pool, hot spring,
even a beauty salon. And massage.

And a photo studio.

They do your makeup and...
take beautiful portrait photos.

Like a keepsake photo.

It could also be a family photo.

It's called the "farewell... farewell photo".

Such private facilities are very
special, that's obvious.

I told you so.

Nonetheless, I
prefer to die at home.

I used to feel the same way.

But just look at this place.

You will change your mind, too.

With your family around you,

leaving with a smile
on your face will be amazing.

Are you ready to go, then?

That day will come for all of us.

It's something I would
do for my grandchildren.

If it's for my grandson,
I will do it.

You should go on a tour.

Is it really free?

One night, two days –
meals included.

What kind of food?

Super fancy menus.

How about this?

You like this, right?

- What else?
- This is too greasy.

- That looks good.
- Hijiki.

You want mackerel?

Let's give us a treat!

All in all, 19.23 Dollars.

My treat.

Oh, you shouldn't!
You are my guest.

I'm the one who chose it.

- Here.
- Thank you.

So, I'm grateful to receive it.

Ineko, do you have
towels to dry off?

Don't worry.

It will dry.

Are you sure?

Sit down and drink tea.

If I stay too long I will miss
my last bus home.

Just stay here.

I have many futons.

A tooth brush for you.

I have everything
that you need. Pajamas, too.

In that case, alright.

Just stay tonight.

You didn't have any
news from your daughter?

I've never seen my grandchildren.

Although I have children, I feel lonely.

We are all alone in life.

So true.

Is the light too bright?

It's fine.

Well, I have a bodyguard tonight.

A thief wouldn't dare enter.

Someone could certainly sleep here.

I have brought some supports of different heights.
Please have a look.

Give me that one.

This is the highest model.

That's very high.

- Very high.
- This is uncomfortable.

Some people sleep underneath.

- Below the bar?
- Yes.

This is about the same height
but a different material.

- It's cold.
- It's made of iron.

This one hurts.

Yes, it hurts.

This version is slightly different.

A single piece.

There is this type, too.

Kids can't get stuck in it,
so it might be safer.

- I'm sliding down.
- Because of its shape.

This is good.

That's the outline of the Plan.
Do you have any questions?

- No.
- Good.

Here is the application form.
Please fill it in.

Thank you very much.

Good night.

Thank you.

[Tagalog] Brothers and Sisters.

Brothers and Sisters!

I want to say something.

Before we eat, can
everyone listen to me?

Maria worked as a governess here.

She helped senior citizens.

Now, she needs our help.

Because she is
going through hard times.

Would you like to explain it yourself?

Hello, everybody.

This is my daughter in the Philippines.

She is only five years old.
She was born with a heart condition.

Now she needs surgery.

What's her name?

Ruby.

What a beautiful child.

Her name is Ruby.
Isn't she a pretty girl?

Now we will be
circulate a donation box.

Let's all show
our spirit of love and charity

to Maria and Ruby.

I appreciate it.

You can get past this.
Rest assured.

I told you they would help.

Thank you very much.

How much do you earn?

About 1500 Dollars a month.

Please sit.

I know work
that pays more.

What kind of a job?

With senior citizens.

But I don't know the details yet.

But I know they
pay well.

How come?

Maybe due to the government.

Can I have your cell number?

Of course!

Excuse me.

Uncle!

Eh?

I'm Hiromu.

Takeo's son?

Yes.

You've grown.

It's been a long time.

This is my application.

What?

It's his birthday.

He is 75 years old today.

So he has...

That's a good spirit.

Are you close to him?

No. I haven't seen him for 20 years.

He didn't even come
to my father's funeral.

Every family has one like that.

I guess so.

Are you ok to take care of the case?

- Found it!

Aunt and uncle are
within three degrees...

You can't do this one.

All right, I will
hand it over to Sakurai.

Yes, do that.

- Thank you, we learned so much from you.
- Not at all. We thank you.

Mrs. Kakutani, thank you for your work.

- I thank you for everything.
- And my thanks to you.

Mrs. Mimura, thank you for your work.

- Please take care of yourself.
- Sure, thank you.

Can you please hold this for me?

So tacky. Who would choose a color like this?

So are you moving to your son?

Still not sure.

Living with his wife
can be annoying, right?

Living alone is much easier.

How about you?

My eldest daughter said she would
pay me to babysit her child.

But I don't want to do it.

Everything has its price though.

How about you, Michi?

As you know, I don't have anybody.
I'll have to find a job.

Ineko left the
hospital today, right?

If she only hadn't fainted on the workplace.

There is no-one at her home
who can help her.

Yes, but why should we suffer?

- There was a written complaint.
- About what?

They found it bad that the home is
forcing seniors to work.

A pack of lies.

The company is just afraid.

If an elderly employee dies while
working, it might damage their image.

Everyone will grow old...

Thank you.

"End-of-service Notice"

No one can accept
your current phone call.

Please leave a message
after the beep.

Ineko?

This is Michi.

Maybe you're sleeping.

Hello?

I'm just calling to
know how you are.

I will call again.

Look after yourself.

Hello. This is Wakabayashi.

Do you have a minute?

I wonder if you might be
able to help me.

I have a female customer,
78 years old. Not employed.

Without family.

I know. Yes...

Is there a way you could accommodate her?
We are already the fifth agency that she tried.

Right.

I understand.

A moment.

He says he will rent out to the elderly
if they pay two years in advance.

Hello? That will be difficult...

That's right.

I understand.

No problem.
We'll talk again. Thank you.

Unfortunately, the answer is no.

If I can't get a job,
I guess there's little chance.

Right, this is really very difficult.

By the way, have you
considered social assistance?

There are properties for less fortunate people.
Maybe you have a better chance there.

I'm not ready for that option yet.

Oh, I see.

So, I'm afraid we can't
help you. I am sorry.

Sorry.

- Thank you.
- You're welcome.

78 years...

Then...

Finished.

Again?

Excuse me?

Yes.

I don't think this is working.
I keep getting zero results.

It works fine.

Miss Oshima?

Yes?

How can it be this way?

We don't have
anything for you.

Sorry.

I couldn't find any house.

It's because of my age, they say.

So, the reason I called...

Remember you said
about babysitting your grandson?

I wanted to ask if
I can do it.

Yes, me.

Oh, I see.

Or maybe your daughter's friend.

Oh, of course!

Sorry to call at dinner time.

Okay, I'll hang up.

See you then.

This is a special unit
for people with no family.

We take care of the cremation
for them. All together.

First, two people work
together for one patient.

No chatting.
That's manners. Okay?

[Tagalog] How is it?

It runs well.

When the girls were little,

I used to ride with one kid in front,
one in the back, and the baby tied to me.

Three kids?
Isn't that difficult?

Well, I'm tough. Just kidding.
You know, we moms

draw strength from our children.

Of course.

Even if the road is uphill,
you will manage.

- No problem at all.
- Really?

By the way, you can
remove these two seats.

You want to go up?

I want to go up!

- Just a moment. So, is it okay?
- Of course.

This one's heavy.

No one can accept
your current phone call.

What's this?

Oh, blood donation cards.

You have been in Nagasaki?

Nagasaki?

Oh, for the bridge.

Bridge?

Tunnels, highways, dams...
I used to build anything.

- You did?
- Yes.

All over Japan.
No attachment.

Hiroshima...

Sendai...

Nagoya.

Hokkaido!

That's a lot of blood.

That's right.

Now it has been changed to this.

- A bland plastic card.
- Right.

- You throw it away?
- Yes.

You keep them outside?

So they stay cold.

How's your mother?

She has remarried.

When?

When was it ...

A long time ago.

Before your father died?

Yes.

Father became very mellow
after he got sick.

He used to be really tough before.

There is only one.

I will eat from the pot.

It's been three years since
the launch of Plan 75.

It has given birth to
various private sector businesses

that generate an income of
about 10 billion Dollars.

The government is considering

to lower the eligibility age to
65 years for the next ten years.

Experts see this as a positive development for Japan,

the country with the fastest aging population in the world.

"Department of Social Assistance"

"Welfare Consultation Counter
Closed Today"

Doors closing.

Going down.

Thank you very much.

Good evening.

Would you like some soup?

Thank you.

Hello?

Hello. I'm sorry to bother you.

This is Yoko Narimiya
of Plan 75.

Am I speaking
with Mrs. Michi Kakutani?

Yes, that's correct.

Thank you for signing up
to Plan 75.

I'm glad I have been assigned to help you.

I am very grateful.

I will be in touch periodically

but if you are
feeling uncomfortable,

our call center
operates 24 hours a day,

so feel free to call.

I will do that. Thank you very much.

You.

Me? No, thank you.

Dead people. No more use.

You use, no garbage.

Everyone good.

Remember...

dead people.

My first marriage, ... it was arranged.

I couldn't refuse.

A family run business. I was
ordered around from morning to night.

It was a tough life.

All the time, I was just thinking
about running away.

An did you run away?

I had a child.

But...

the umbilical cord was wrapped
around the neck and it died.

Small hospital can't do anything to
help such newborns.

Are my 15 minutes up?

Time flies when I
talk to you.

I'll call you
again on Friday.

Friday. I'm looking forward to it.

Good night.

Good night.

Hmm, hello?

Ma'am?

Yes?

I'd like to ask you something.

- Sorry to keep you waiting.
- Thank you.

Sorry, I forced it on you like this.

It's okay, if no one knows.

Why are we not allowed
to meet?

Maybe so that people are not tied down
emotionally and reconsider.

You're different than on the phone.

- Are you disappointed?
- No! Thank you for coming.

Oh, before I forget.

No, I can't.

A little something. For spending
time with me.

I received 1000 Dollars, right?
But I have no use for it.

I have no grandchildren.

Take it.

Thank you...

You make the same
impression as your voice.

Really?

I always thought you
had a good sound.

My second husband complimented
my voice when we first met.

I'm pleased to hear it.

Do you have sweet memories of coming
here with your husband?

I don't think this place
has changed much.

This hasn't changed one bit.

Melon soda.

Cream Soda.

Looks delicious.

- Want to try?
- I?

- Can you hold it?
- Yes.

Like this?

With both hands.

You start there.

And now?

Take three steps and throw.

One, two, three...

Almost.

Once again?

OK, I'll try.

- Right in the middle.
- Yes.

Extraordinary!

Thank you.

"No permanent address needed
for registration."

The problem is not with the facilities
but with the break-down in the crematorium.

That's right.

We are very sorry about this.

We are contacting those who have an
appointment tomorrow to reschedule.

Yes. We apologize for this situation.
I will contact you soon.

Thank you for your understanding.

Goodbye.

A day or two late is OK.

Any longer than that would be a problem.

What's this company listed here?

Which one?

This is the only place
that I haven't contacted yet.

I'll take care of it.

- I can do it.
- It's fine.

Get me some coffee.

Alright.

See you tomorrow.

Good night.

"TPA Services Inc. -
Industrial Waste Disposal"

"Accepted Material -
Rubber, Metal, Paper..."

"Related solid waste
such as carcasses, dead animals..."

"Cremation ashes"

I feel like I have to go shopping
royally today.

I ordered sushi for delivery.

When I called, they said
I can't order it.

But when I explained my situation,
they changed their attitude.

They offered me
various luxury options.

That sounds great.

First-class sushi is really something.

I've never tried first-class sushi.

I should have ordered
a set for you, too.

I need to tell you about
a few things before the call ends.

May I?

Yes.

I've already explained this
to you in the beginning,

but it's important, so I
will do it again.

Alright.

Plan 75 provides services

according to the wishes of the participants.

If you change your mind, you
can opt out at any time.

Yes.

Tomorrow morning...

when you leave, please
leave your door unlocked.

A member of our staff

will visit to make end arrangements
with your landlord.

I appreciate your concern to the end.

That's all my explanation.

Do you have any questions?

I have really been very happy...

each time when I
could chat with you.

I will always be grateful to you...

for talking to this old lady...

Just...

that's all.

Goodbye...

Most of our callers are
in their 70s or 80s.

The elderly often
are lonely people.

Of course they appreciate
someone to talk to.

Your job is to support them

and be a good listener.

In fact, there are many participants
who want to stop in the course of the process.

Please guide each one of them well
and make sure that doesn't happen.

They esperience anxiety and fear.
It's normal.

Nobody thinks it's fun to die.

Aligning ourselves with
their feelings is the key.

And above all,

give them the courage to make
their last journey in peace,

without any final regrets.

That's our role.

Okay, let's look at
real case studies...

Turn to page eight of your manual.

Sorry about this.

I don't know what's wrong with me today.

I usually wake up at 4 am.

Uncle, your seat belt.

[Weather report on the radio]

Good afternoon.

Cold today, isn't it?

Let's see...
I will order...

- Oyakodon, please.
- One Oyakodon.

Would you like sake?

- What?
- Sake.

Great idea.

Excuse me.

Yes?

Sake, please.

For one person?

Yes.

One glass of sake.

Here.

Are you okay?

Do you want to cancel?

Was your father very angry with me?

He always missed you.

You sound like him.

So do you.

Of course.

Brothers are brothers.

Can you give me your left arm, please?

This is against nausea.

Can I put it in your hand?

And water.

Have you swallowed it?

Yes.

Alright, just give it to me.

I will put the water here.

And your right hand, please.

Please lie down and relax.

- Excuse me.
- Thank you.

The medicine will be effective soon.
Please continue breathing slowly.

You will start to feel sleepy.
Just relax and let yourself fall asleep.

Yes?

OK, I see.

Maybe it's broken.

Have you contacted
the manufacturer?

What did they say?

Yes.

Oh, really?

Well, I'll head there now.

I'll be there in a minute.

Uncle?

Uncle!

It's OK. It's OK.

Bye, sir.

Cremation service only, right?

Right.

Have you arranged a hearse?

No, I use my own vehicle.

Do you have a coffin ?

No.

That can be arranged by us.

Yes, please.

I'll check what we have.
Please hold.

Yes.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

We are very busy now.
The earliest I can enter you

is Friday between 3 and 4 pm.

Four days from now?

We have one place
today at 4 o'clock.

Police. You were over the speed limit.

Sorry.

May I see your license?

Your name is Hiromu Okabe?

Yes.

No change in address?

No.

Who's that?

My uncle.

Wait a moment please.

Yokohama 132 to inquiry centre.

This is inquiry centre.

Request for a license check.

Name, Hiromu Okabe.

License number, 45100326...

In the shade...

of an old apple tree

tomorrow...

let's meet

one more time

when the sun

dark red

sinks down in

the west...