Japan is already a nation of old people, really old in many cases, as the number of centenarians is set to hit a record high of over 47,000 this year. A rapid greying of the country that will not only change Japanese society as a whole, but have a hugely detrimental effect on the economy. And yet if all the nation’s old people are even half as lovely as this elderly lady,
then whatever happens, it’ll still be an equally lovely place to live.
sixmats says
Great captures. Did you ask her for permission, or did she just start to pose when you held your camera up?
Lee says
Thanks!
The first one I just took as she came round the corner. Then we had a bit of a chat and she happily posed for the second one. I don’t usually take photos of people posing, but how could I resist?!
winnie says
These pictures are lovely especially the second one.
I think she is warm-hearted and nice lady. 🙂
Lee says
Thanks Winnie! Yes, she certainly came across that way.
Lizzy says
I couldn’t have resisted either. I hope to be half as sweet and lovely if/when I reach her age. Whatever it may be. 🙂
Lee says
Yes, she definitely sets a good example, doesn’t she?
Jeffrey says
I hope you got to talk to her. She looks like a delightful woman.
Lee says
Yes, I did. She said she’s 91 and she was on her way to the sento. And I’m happy to say she was as delightful as she looks.
Linette says
Awww, that made my day.
Lee says
She made mine too!
James says
Thanks for that. Glad you got to chat with her as well.
Lee says
Thanks James!
Winnie_dc says
People like her instantly make you feel happier, gosh I bet she has some wonderful stories to tell!
Lee says
She certainly made me smile too, and yeah, she must have an awful lot of stories to tell.
MrSatyre says
Best. Pics. Ever.
Lee says
Cheers! I was pleased wthi the way they came out. Happy I caught her wonderful smile.
Yoshiko says
How lovely pic! Hoping someone helps her to see this website and let her know how her pic makes lots of people happy.
Lee says
Thank you! Yes, that would be nice. Hopefully I’ll see her again, but in a city the size of Tokyo, I guess that’s very unlikely…
Yoshiko says
Oh,that’s too bad.I cannnot stop thinking myself in her place. She must be very very happy if you find her again and give her a copy of this lovely photo.
Anonymous UK says
A very cute, pretty lady. I would like to read about your interactions and conversations (if any) with the people you come across.