A moving essay collection by Takatsuki Oda depicting the final days of Ken Takakura's life. (Newly written) * Author: Takatsuki Oda * Published: April 15, 2023, 2nd edition * ISBN: 978-4-16-391670-5 * Publisher: Bungeishunju Ltd. * Pages: 209 * Size: Approximately 19.5cm (height) x 13.5cm (width) x Approximately 2cm (thickness) ● Thank you for viewing. "Everyone dies someday. Because we are alive. I'm not afraid of dying. What I can't stand is a state where I don't feel alive. That's why I don't want to be covered in tubes, and I don't want to be bedridden. And above all, I don't want to show people my weakened state. What I know is that I will probably go before you, Taka..." This is a memoir by Takatsuki Oda, his adopted daughter, who lovingly and devotedly watched over and cared for Ken Takakura during his final year. The last words on page 165 (16 photos): "Don't rush, do-n't-ru-sh..." November 10, 2014, 3:49 AM. Hands clasped in prayer. There are no particularly noticeable scratches or stains. Please take a good look at the photos and consider purchasing after you are satisfied. We kindly request that you refrain from returns, refunds, cancellations, or complaints.