Aki Hirose last recorded message 28/10/86

Here is Aki Hirose last words she recorded on tape to Sakutaro Matsumoto 28 October 1986. The message is cut up in different scenes in the movie, so here is the complete message in its fully. This is a real heart shredding and a beautiful message. I put spoilers on it, you should only read it after you have seen the movie.

October 28th... I don't know why... I can't get to sleep. I'm so afraid of tomorrow, that I can't fall asleep. I think... I'm going to die soon. You see, i don't think we should see each other anymore. The tiny bit of eternity that I spent with you is the greatest treasure of my life. I've been so happy with you, that's OK, right?, as of today, let's say goodbye. You'll grow up get married, do your work, and live into the future. That's what I'm imagining... as I fall asleep tonight... When I close my eyes, I only see your face. What I remember, is your big mouth full of fried noodle bread,and your face, crumpled up with laughter. You guffed it up earnestly, then suddenly shifted and softened with a kind smile. Your sleeping face on Yume Island. I wish it was near enough to touch, now. When you gave me a ride on your bike, the warmth of your back, meant the world to me. All the memories of time I spent with you, made my life sparkle Thank you so much for being with me. I'll never forget the precious time i spent with you. I just have one last request, please scatter my ashes on the wind in Uluru and then, go on and live your life. I'm so glad I met you... Bye bye.




Aki Hirose, RIP 28/10/86