#19 Looking Back on Masaru's Tumultuous Decade in His 40s

His 40s began with days full of surfing in the Philippines.

Masaru-san's 40s started with life in the Philippines. He was passionate about surfing at the time, returning to Japan only twice a year. The contrast between his free-spirited lifestyle back then and his calm demeanor today really highlights the passage of time. The conversation between the two, as they step back from their busy daily routines to reminisce about those laid-back days, is truly memorable.

Marriage in a foreign land and major life decisions are shared.

Following his marriage registration and wedding in the Philippines, as well as significant family events, Masaru-san's life took a major turn. Looking back, anecdotes like the one about drinking a specific wine have become humorous stories, yet they carry great weight when considering the tension of the situation at the time. The episode carefully unravels the choices he made at these life milestones.

Things to hold dear for the second half of life.

After looking back on a decade filled with dramatic changes in location and circumstance, the conclusion Masaru-san has reached is remarkably simple. As they share past struggles and joys, he discusses his realistic aspirations for his upcoming 50s. The core of his story is covered in detail during the main episode, so please be sure to listen to the rest.