A retired actress whose husband has recently died visits her summer home. There she has encounters with old friends and acquaintances who bring various stories and news of death and the past

A timid insurance agent investigates a possible insurance fraud case that involves a death. As the facts are slowly revealed, he becomes progressively more frightened.

Shiro and Kenji are now entering their 50's. As they enter this new phase in their lives, involving changes in their environment, body, and mind, their daily life still revolves around delicious meals served on their dinner table.