ひとりでしにたい

Narumi Yamaguchi, a 35-year-old single museum curator, lives alone with her cat, Rusanji, in a self-purchased apartment. Shocked by her aunt’s lonely death, she shifts her focus from finding a partner to preparing for her own end-of-life plans. She begins researching how to live and die well on her own terms, tackling issues like finances, health, and family ties. Her interactions with colleagues, friends, and a former boyfriend reveal the complexities of human relationships and societal pressures. Through her journey, Narumi confronts harsh realities with a mix of humor and determination, seeking a dignified, independent life and death. (Unreviewed summary by Grok 3)