^I guess they were referring to Asian standards
Women in their 30s look better than women in their 20s, anyway. And, boy, is Ayu looking fantastic.
The PV is stunning! It reminds me of Alexander McQueen. The best since Part of Me. I don't know why anyone would prefer a "story-driven" video. Just tune in to Chinese music television and you get one every 10 seconds.
The bound dancers seem to represent the emotions that bind her in the song's lyrics. The feelings that she can't let go of, and keep her trapped at the same time, but which she needs for her to believe that there is kindness/goodness in the world.