When I Met You In Tokyo

When I Met You In Tokyo

Year: 2023

Runtime: 123 mins

Language: Tagalog

Directors: Conrado Peru, Rommel Penesa

DramaRomance

A spirited and generous woman, Azon, encounters Joey, a divorcee struggling with the pain of his ex-wife’s betrayal. This romance-family drama explores unconditional love, sacrifice, and the challenges of aging through the experiences of two elderly overseas Filipino workers facing the winter of their lives.

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1

Bar encounter and first friction

Azon and her friends attend a bar party in Tokyo where Joey, who works on a rural farm, admonishes them for being rowdy. A drunk Azon lashes out and punches him in the face, and her friends drag her away. This fiery first encounter plants the seeds for a complicated, later connection.

Night Tokyo, Japan – bar during a party
2

Reencounter at the vegetable stall

Days later, Azon buys vegetables from Joey and recognizes him from the bar. They acknowledge each other, and a cautious warmth begins to emerge from their tense first meeting. Their conversation hints at a growing curiosity between them.

Soon after the bar incident Near a rural market outside Tokyo
3

Forgiveness and dating begins

After several further encounters, they forgive their initial misunderstandings and begin dating, often with their friends nearby. Their budding romance unfolds across their different lives, alternating between city and countryside settings. The tension from their first meeting fades as trust grows.

Weeks to months after first meeting Tokyo and countryside
4

Marlon's gambling and Hannah’s call

Azon learns that her brother Marlon is a gambling addict after his daughter Hannah secretly tells her remittances were squandered. Deciding to stop sending money, Azon creates distance between them. Marlon lashes out, slapping Hannah and accusing her of betrayal. After visiting their parents' graves, he apologizes and promises to change.

Over months Family home; grave sites
5

Hannah and Jomar in the Philippines

Hannah relocates to the Philippines and becomes close friends with Joey's grandson Jomar. Their bond grows amid family life and the wider network connecting the two families.

During the later years of the relationship Philippines
6

Joey's family dynamics and forgiveness

Joey remains close to his daughter Charlene but has a strained relationship with his ex-wife Susan. With Akira's advice about forgiveness, Joey forgives Susan and moves on from past mistakes.

Before marriage Joey's home
7

Marriage and honeymoon

Azon and Joey marry and move into Joey's home, but on their honeymoon they discover they cannot consummate their love due to their age. The revelation reshapes their expectations as they begin their life together.

Shortly after marriage Joey's home / honeymoon location
8

Six years of marriage and health challenges

Their marriage lasts six years during which Azon develops osteoarthritis in her leg and Joey secretly suffers from heart problems known only to Charlene. When Azon learns of the secret, she feels anger but ultimately forgives him and vows to make the most of their time together.

Six years into marriage Home
9

Snowy mountains and a fatal heart attack

After a walk in the snowy mountains, Azon and Joey rest at home. When Azon goes to fetch water, Joey collapses from a heart attack and tells her he loves her before dying, leaving Azon and Akira devastated.

End of life Snowy mountains, then home
10

Aftermath and Charlene

Akira and Azon are devastated; Azon informs Charlene, who is also deeply saddened by the loss. The family begins to grieve and adjust to life without Joey.

Immediately after death Home
11

Lessons learned and bonsai

Azon reflects on the lessons Joey taught her—gardening, farming, and how to cut a bonsai tree—emphasizing patience. The film ends with Azon narrating about finding one's soulmate and how they are meant to be together.

Ending Home

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:23

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