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Hello.
I’m Yasui, a solo entrepreneur running a company specializing in high-pressure gas equipment inspections.
When investigating equipment malfunctions, it’s essential to examine all related aspects to identify the root cause. Conducting thorough research on everything surrounding the issue is critical.
I recently watched the movie We Made a Beautiful Bouquet, starring Masaki Suda and Kasumi Arimura.
Wow, it was amazing... It’s been a while since I got teary-eyed over a film.
From here on, there might be spoilers, so if you’re planning to watch it, stop reading now!
Masaki Suda’s relaxed acting reminded me of his brilliant performance in Do Not Say Mystery. His portrayal of a college student felt quite authentic (or at least what I imagine college life to be like).
And Kasumi Arimura—her smile is simply dazzling. She’s absolutely adorable!
The story follows two people with shared interests: a love of literature, movies, and theater. They start dating due to their similarities.
After graduating from university, they move in together, with Mugi making a modest living as an illustrator. But a chance event leads him to decide to step into the corporate world.
While it’s true that life requires money to get by, it felt painful watching Mugi gradually lose himself to the pressures of society.
He once told Kinu during her job hunt, “You don’t have to do things you don’t want to do.” Yet he later became consumed by the corporate grind, believing that enduring hardships and conforming to others’ expectations was what life demanded.
The Mugi who once loved movies and books started saying, “I can’t concentrate on reading anymore. The only thing I feel like doing is playing Puzzle & Dragons.”
Meanwhile, Kinu remained as passionate about literature as ever. Their growing disconnect was heart-wrenching to watch.
When Kinu decided to change jobs to an entertainment company, Mugi reacted with comments like, “Work and play are different things,” “That kind of company won’t last,” and “What will you do if something happens?”—remarks that felt more like those of an overbearing parent than a partner.
In another scene, at a bookstore, Mugi is seen reading The Logic of Life by Yusuke Maeda, which confused Kinu, who came to show him a literary magazine.
It was as if the Mugi who once loved literature had disappeared entirely.
As the story progresses, the two ultimately decide to part ways, which felt inevitable given their growing differences. Five years together already seemed like a miracle, let alone considering marriage.
On their way back from a friend’s wedding, they finally decide to break up. At a family restaurant filled with memories, they witness a touching scene—a young couple who reminded them of themselves when they first started dating.
The scene was clichéd but undeniably moving. Seeing the youthful innocence of a budding romance must have been bittersweet for the now-jaded Mugi and Kinu.
In the end, they part ways. However, perhaps because the burden of their relationship was lifted, they seemed to enjoy their remaining time together for a few months, which offered a small sense of relief.
The movie also touched on the idea that becoming a family often diminishes romantic feelings. A line about couples overlooking each other’s flaws to maintain their marriage hit close to home.
Once a family is formed, husbands like me must take on the responsibility of providing for them. It’s both a duty and a mission that we must fulfill.
But this movie made me realize that while working relentlessly to provide, we mustn’t lose the love we once had for our spouses.
This goes both ways, of course, but instead of expecting something from your partner, the focus should be on what you can do and how you can contribute.
It was surprising to see Mugi, who once only read literary works, reading a book by a business guru. It was a stark reminder of how much he had changed.
Should we sacrifice the things we love for our family?
Do we have to give up our passions just to earn money?
The movie made me reflect on how even recalling the things I once loved has become difficult, leaving me with a sense of sadness.
What does it mean to live a fulfilling life?
This movie offered a poignant exploration of that question.
Today’s Quote:
“As husbands, it is our duty to show our wives the same love we had in the beginning.”
See you next time!
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