Plastic Memories

Plastic Memories (プラスティック・メモリーズ, Purasutikku Memorīzu) is a Japanese original anime television series produced by Doga Kobo that aired from April to June 2015. Set in a near-future world where humans co-exist with androids known as "Giftia" that possess human-like emotions and memories, the story revolves around the SAI Corporation, a leading manufacturer of Giftia, who have limited lifespans of about nine years and four months. To retrieve Giftia nearing their expiration, SAI created the "Terminal Service" department. The protagonist, Tsukasa Mizugaki, after failing his college entrance exams, is placed at the Terminal Service and partnered with Isla, a Giftia. The series follows their retrievals and the deepening relationship between them, exploring themes of artificial intelligence, emotions, mortality, and farewell. It is known for its emotional storytelling and touching plot, prompting reflections on technology and humanity. The franchise includes manga and video game adaptations.