Is Perfect Days appropriate for children?

# Perfect Days - Parental Guide This gentle drama follows a Tokyo toilet cleaner finding joy in simple pleasures like music, books, and nature photography. It contains no violence, profanity, or sexual content, making it appropriate for most children ages 10+. The slow-paced, contemplative story may appeal more to older children and teens who enjoy thoughtful films.

What age is Perfect Days suitable for?

Our verdict for Perfect Days is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Perfect Days safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2023

Rating

Genre

Drama

Synopsis

Hirayama is content with his life as a toilet cleaner in Tokyo. Outside of his structured routine, he cherishes music on cassette tapes, books, and taking photos of trees. Through unexpected encounters, he reflects on finding beauty in the world.

Cast

Koji Yakusho

Hirayama

Tokio Emoto

Takashi

Arisa Nakano

Niko

Aoi Yamada

Aya

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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