Tômei Ningen: Gokuhi Waisetsu

The film follows inventor Shinpei as he grapples with a prescription for a rejuvenating elixir. When the necessary ingredient, referred to as virgin joy juice, proves elusive, the story takes a turn. Shinpei's snooping leads to unexpected consequences when he becomes a transparent human after a female college student prepares the secret medicine.

With a cast that includes Shiori Asano, Kiyomi Itō, and Shinobu Kawana, this film showcases the talents of notable Japanese actors. The blend of drama and fantastical elements invites viewers to consider the deeper implications of rejuvenation and the nature of desire. Physical media collectors interested in Japanese dramas from the late 1980s will find this film a distinctive representation of its genre.