Synopsis

Atsuko is an ordinary housewife married to Akira with a daughter and son. She is thrifty when it comes to money. After saving for their retirement from her husband’s salary and her earnings from her part-time job, Atsuko thought their life would be peaceful in retirement. However, suddenly she has to spend money on her daughter’s wedding and her father-in-law’s funeral. Their savings dwindle and to make matters worse, both Atsuko and Akira lose their jobs.