"10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40" introduces Suzume, a man who has spent over a decade single, living a mundane life commuting between his office and home. With only three months left until his 40th birthday, a sudden wave of impatience prompts him to create a bucket list of ten aspirations, from hosting a takoyaki party and refreshing his style to finding a lover.
This private list is accidentally discovered by Tanaka Keiji, Suzume's handsome junior subordinate. Surprisingly, Keiji suggests they fulfill the list together. What starts as an unconventional agreement soon transforms Suzume's monotonous days into fun-filled adventures. As they work through each item, the emotional distance between them gradually shrinks, evolving their professional relationship into a unique and special bond that transcends age and hierarchy. This engaging story beautifully explores self-discovery and the captivating journey of an adult finding love and excitement in life again.
Other names: よんじゅうまでにしたいじゅうのこと, 40 Made ni Shitai 10 no Koto
Genres: Romance