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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:07,666 --> 00:00:14,165 Shochiku Films 2 00:00:14,291 --> 00:00:20,790 Participant in the Arts Festival 33rd Year of Showa Era (1958) 3 00:00:20,916 --> 00:00:28,707 Equinox Flower 4 00:00:28,833 --> 00:00:35,499 Original story by Ton Satomi 5 00:00:35,625 --> 00:00:41,999 Screenplay by Kogo Noda and Yasujiro Ozu 6 00:00:42,125 --> 00:00:46,040 Produced by Shizuo Yamanouchi Cinematography by Yuharu Atsuta 7 00:00:46,166 --> 00:00:48,290 Art Direction by Tatsuo Hamada 8 00:01:16,291 --> 00:01:18,415 Cast: 9 00:01:18,541 --> 00:01:21,790 Shin Saburi as Mr Hirayama 10 00:01:21,916 --> 00:01:25,165 Kinuyo Tanaka as Mrs Hirayama 11 00:01:25,291 --> 00:01:28,415 lneko Arima as Setsuko Hirayama 12 00:01:28,541 --> 00:01:31,790 Yoshiko Kuga as Fumiko Mikami 13 00:01:31,916 --> 00:01:35,124 Keiji Sada as Mr Taniguchi 14 00:01:35,250 --> 00:01:38,499 Teiji Takahashi as Mr Kondo 15 00:01:38,625 --> 00:01:40,915 Miyuki Kuwano as Hisako Hirayama 16 00:01:41,041 --> 00:01:43,415 Chishu Ryu as Mr Mikami 17 00:01:43,541 --> 00:01:46,457 Chieko Naniwa as Mrs Sasaki 18 00:02:26,583 --> 00:02:33,249 Fujiko Yamamoto as Yukiko Sasaki 19 00:02:33,375 --> 00:02:39,999 Directed by Yasujiro Ozu 20 00:03:11,500 --> 00:03:13,582 - Must be an auspicious day - How so? 21 00:03:13,708 --> 00:03:16,207 Lots of newly weds about 22 00:03:16,333 --> 00:03:18,665 Not a lot of pretty brides though 23 00:03:18,791 --> 00:03:21,540 See that one on the 15-minutes-past to Atami? 24 00:03:21,666 --> 00:03:26,207 That chubby one? She was nice, the prettiest one so far 25 00:03:28,666 --> 00:03:31,790 l wonder if the weather will hold. There was a storm warning 26 00:03:31,916 --> 00:03:34,124 April showers bring May flowers 27 00:03:36,000 --> 00:03:37,874 Hey, here comes another 28 00:03:39,958 --> 00:03:42,957 lf you ask me, she's too skinny 29 00:03:44,500 --> 00:03:51,040 Warning: Strong Winds 30 00:04:29,708 --> 00:04:38,832 ...we pray that you may be blessed... 31 00:04:49,458 --> 00:04:51,582 l haven't seen Mr Mikami 32 00:04:53,708 --> 00:04:55,374 What happened to Mikami? 33 00:04:57,750 --> 00:05:00,082 l don't think he came 34 00:05:00,208 --> 00:05:02,624 l sent him an invitation, but he didn't show up 35 00:05:02,750 --> 00:05:04,290 Why not? 36 00:05:10,458 --> 00:05:14,749 Now let us hear from a close friend of the father of the bride... 37 00:05:14,875 --> 00:05:19,499 ...Mr Wataru Hirayama, company director of Daiwa Enterprises 38 00:05:20,416 --> 00:05:21,874 ls that me? 39 00:05:30,625 --> 00:05:32,415 Please be seated 40 00:05:39,666 --> 00:05:42,290 Congratulations, Tomoko 41 00:05:44,666 --> 00:05:49,290 The previous speakers have all said wonderful things... 42 00:05:49,416 --> 00:05:52,249 ...and there isn't much l can add 43 00:05:53,250 --> 00:05:59,082 These two have been in love for a long time 44 00:06:00,541 --> 00:06:05,124 Every once in a while, l would hear from Tomoko... 45 00:06:05,250 --> 00:06:09,915 ...how their relationship was going 46 00:06:11,125 --> 00:06:13,415 lt was always good news 47 00:06:14,375 --> 00:06:17,165 However, l was always surprised... 48 00:06:17,291 --> 00:06:22,499 ...by how very different their lives were from my own youth 49 00:06:25,125 --> 00:06:28,957 l remember how plain and unsentimental... 50 00:06:29,500 --> 00:06:33,249 ...my own wedding was 51 00:06:35,041 --> 00:06:37,207 My wife is sitting right here... 52 00:06:39,291 --> 00:06:42,915 ...and she too could tell you... 53 00:06:43,708 --> 00:06:47,124 ...how it was all arranged by our parents 54 00:06:47,250 --> 00:06:53,040 ln that regard, our young couple today is very lucky 55 00:06:53,166 --> 00:06:56,499 l truly envy them 56 00:06:57,541 --> 00:07:02,249 My only advice to them is to try their best to find happiness... 57 00:07:02,375 --> 00:07:05,415 ...though they may already know that 58 00:07:07,333 --> 00:07:13,874 l hope people tell me about your ideal marriage one day... 59 00:07:14,000 --> 00:07:17,332 ...so l can envy you even more 60 00:07:18,041 --> 00:07:19,957 Thank you 61 00:07:20,083 --> 00:07:21,540 Congratulations 62 00:07:26,125 --> 00:07:29,457 - Thank you - lt was my pleasure 63 00:07:45,916 --> 00:07:49,040 Wakamatsu Restaurant 64 00:08:02,416 --> 00:08:04,832 What year was that? 65 00:08:04,958 --> 00:08:09,832 l think it was in 1942 or 1943. l passed by Kure, returning home 66 00:08:09,958 --> 00:08:12,874 Was Mikami still there? 67 00:08:13,000 --> 00:08:15,665 His shipboard duty was later 68 00:08:16,291 --> 00:08:20,999 He took me to the Officers' Club. His treat 69 00:08:21,125 --> 00:08:22,957 He'd reached his peak then 70 00:08:23,083 --> 00:08:25,624 He still had a few good years in him 71 00:08:26,750 --> 00:08:28,415 Have some more 72 00:08:34,166 --> 00:08:38,207 Hasn't Mikami's daughter reached marriageable age? 73 00:08:38,333 --> 00:08:42,040 Yes, she's a year younger than mine 74 00:08:42,166 --> 00:08:45,207 - The girl l saw you with today? - No, that was my eldest 75 00:08:45,333 --> 00:08:46,790 l see 76 00:08:49,791 --> 00:08:51,624 What about your daughter? 77 00:08:51,750 --> 00:08:53,749 She's at that age 78 00:08:53,875 --> 00:08:56,415 Most of us have had girls 79 00:08:56,541 --> 00:08:59,499 - You have boys, don't you? - Two sons 80 00:08:59,625 --> 00:09:04,332 l heard that if the husband is the stronger, then the couple will have girls... 81 00:09:05,375 --> 00:09:08,540 ...and if the wife is stronger, they'll have boys, right? 82 00:09:10,500 --> 00:09:13,707 The first child is usually a girl 83 00:09:13,833 --> 00:09:18,415 Does that mean the man is stronger early on in the marriage? 84 00:09:19,583 --> 00:09:22,665 - lt's possible - lt's odd in your case, then 85 00:09:23,500 --> 00:09:26,457 - How come? - Because you have two boys 86 00:09:26,583 --> 00:09:31,665 You should ask my wife. l'm not a very passionate man 87 00:09:31,791 --> 00:09:33,249 Rubbish! 88 00:09:39,166 --> 00:09:40,665 Welcome 89 00:09:40,791 --> 00:09:44,415 lt's just like a reunion. Welcome. Welcome 90 00:09:44,541 --> 00:09:47,457 - lt's been a while, hasn't it? - lndeed 91 00:09:47,583 --> 00:09:51,582 Congratulations, Mr Kawai. The wedding went well? 92 00:09:51,708 --> 00:09:55,040 l'm glad the weatherman was wrong about the strong winds 93 00:09:55,166 --> 00:09:59,457 Won't you get a bit lonely, now that your daughter is married? 94 00:09:59,583 --> 00:10:01,999 l'm used to it, second time round 95 00:10:03,875 --> 00:10:07,290 - How many do you have? - How many what? Husbands? 96 00:10:07,416 --> 00:10:09,624 l mean how many children? 97 00:10:09,750 --> 00:10:12,082 Oh, children. l've got three 98 00:10:13,208 --> 00:10:16,707 - l bet they're all boys - That's right. How did you know? 99 00:10:16,833 --> 00:10:19,957 We can just tell. lt's obvious 100 00:10:20,083 --> 00:10:24,290 - No doubt about it - Wouldn't be right otherwise 101 00:10:27,041 --> 00:10:31,082 - What do you mean? - You have the constitution for it 102 00:10:31,208 --> 00:10:35,415 - More sake - Yes, yes. You're up to something... 103 00:11:20,916 --> 00:11:22,374 Welcome home 104 00:11:23,083 --> 00:11:24,540 Welcome back 105 00:11:32,541 --> 00:11:34,624 Where did you go afterwards? 106 00:11:35,666 --> 00:11:37,082 To Wakamatsu 107 00:11:37,208 --> 00:11:41,207 Mrs Kawai must've been lonely, left all by herself 108 00:11:42,750 --> 00:11:45,124 - Where's Setsuko? - Still out 109 00:11:46,708 --> 00:11:48,624 She's not home yet? 110 00:11:49,875 --> 00:11:51,499 lt's getting late 111 00:11:59,291 --> 00:12:02,790 lt was a lovely reception, and the bride was beautiful 112 00:12:02,916 --> 00:12:05,999 Her bridal kimono was so beautiful 113 00:12:07,250 --> 00:12:10,540 - Have you spoken to Setsuko yet? - Yes 114 00:12:10,666 --> 00:12:12,582 What did she say? 115 00:12:13,333 --> 00:12:15,999 She didn't say anything. She just grinned 116 00:12:17,291 --> 00:12:20,165 She should think about it 117 00:12:20,291 --> 00:12:24,915 - l know, but still... - Time is of the essence 118 00:12:25,041 --> 00:12:28,290 He's a fine young man. She should make a decision 119 00:12:28,416 --> 00:12:29,874 l suppose so 120 00:12:31,041 --> 00:12:33,207 He's from a good family, too 121 00:12:33,333 --> 00:12:35,207 According to Takanashi... 122 00:12:35,333 --> 00:12:39,540 ...his grandfather used to be President of the Yokohama Chamber of Commerce 123 00:12:39,666 --> 00:12:41,457 ls that so? 124 00:12:41,583 --> 00:12:43,499 He was very prominent 125 00:12:45,666 --> 00:12:48,499 ls this about Setsuko's marriage? 126 00:12:48,625 --> 00:12:52,207 - There's no need to rush it - What do you mean? 127 00:12:52,333 --> 00:12:57,040 l'm sure my sister has her own thoughts on the subject, just as l do 128 00:12:58,000 --> 00:12:59,332 You do? 129 00:12:59,458 --> 00:13:03,790 l'd hate having an arranged marriage with someone l didn't know 130 00:13:04,541 --> 00:13:05,790 ls that so? 131 00:13:06,791 --> 00:13:08,457 l'd hate it! 132 00:13:08,583 --> 00:13:10,249 That worries me... 133 00:13:14,916 --> 00:13:18,540 You've no need to worry. l can find a husband on my own 134 00:13:19,458 --> 00:13:21,915 ls that right? That's good to know 135 00:13:22,041 --> 00:13:24,415 Well, find a good one, Hisako 136 00:13:25,291 --> 00:13:28,290 No problem. l have plenty of boyfriends 137 00:13:28,416 --> 00:13:29,874 ls that so? 138 00:13:33,416 --> 00:13:34,832 Sister? 139 00:13:34,958 --> 00:13:37,124 l'm home. Shall l lock the door? 140 00:13:37,250 --> 00:13:39,415 Sure. That's all right, isn't it? 141 00:13:50,791 --> 00:13:52,249 Evening 142 00:13:53,041 --> 00:13:54,832 - Welcome home - You're late 143 00:13:54,958 --> 00:13:58,665 - l was out with a friend - On a date? 144 00:13:58,791 --> 00:14:00,290 Don't be silly! 145 00:14:00,416 --> 00:14:02,499 How did the bride look, Mother? 146 00:14:03,666 --> 00:14:06,207 - She looked beautiful - Really? 147 00:14:09,250 --> 00:14:11,082 They smell nice 148 00:14:14,208 --> 00:14:16,207 l bet my sister has one 149 00:14:18,291 --> 00:14:20,540 - One what? - A boyfriend 150 00:14:20,666 --> 00:14:22,915 l don't know. Does she? 151 00:14:23,041 --> 00:14:26,582 l'm not sure, but l reckon so 152 00:14:26,708 --> 00:14:29,749 Well, then, l don't have to worry about her either 153 00:14:30,833 --> 00:14:33,582 You'd worry about us anyway 154 00:14:35,500 --> 00:14:38,124 - Good night - Night 155 00:14:43,000 --> 00:14:47,457 - You'll need your morning suit again tomorrow - What for? 156 00:14:48,375 --> 00:14:50,707 Don't you have the funeral of a colleague? 157 00:14:50,833 --> 00:14:54,707 Oh, a suit and a black tie will do 158 00:14:54,833 --> 00:15:00,124 lt's so confusing, one day a wedding, the next day a funeral 159 00:15:45,416 --> 00:15:46,874 Yes? 160 00:15:48,833 --> 00:15:50,582 Mr Mikami is here 161 00:16:01,500 --> 00:16:04,707 l thought l'd pop in. l'm not bothering you, l hope 162 00:16:04,833 --> 00:16:06,999 No, not at all 163 00:16:07,125 --> 00:16:10,124 Why didn't you come to the wedding yesterday? 164 00:16:10,250 --> 00:16:12,499 l had to excuse myself 165 00:16:18,166 --> 00:16:21,415 - Anything the matter? - No, nothing serious 166 00:16:22,416 --> 00:16:23,874 Not really 167 00:16:24,708 --> 00:16:28,790 - What was the matter? - l just didn't want to go 168 00:16:29,500 --> 00:16:32,124 Why? What happened? 169 00:16:32,250 --> 00:16:36,665 l just wasn't in the mood for a happy wedding 170 00:16:36,791 --> 00:16:42,040 - Why not? - l was thinking of my daughter 171 00:16:43,708 --> 00:16:47,540 We were talking about that yesterday. What happened to your daughter? 172 00:16:48,833 --> 00:16:51,582 Did someone mention her? 173 00:16:51,708 --> 00:16:56,665 lt was just that all ofour daughters were of marriageable age 174 00:16:58,250 --> 00:17:00,249 Fumiko's left home 175 00:17:00,375 --> 00:17:02,957 Why? When? 176 00:17:03,083 --> 00:17:05,082 About two months ago 177 00:17:06,750 --> 00:17:09,207 She's living with a man 178 00:17:09,333 --> 00:17:11,999 Really? l didn't know that 179 00:17:12,125 --> 00:17:17,499 l don't know what to do with her. lt's partly my fault, of course... 180 00:17:17,625 --> 00:17:20,582 How's she supporting herself? 181 00:17:20,708 --> 00:17:26,207 l heard she has a flat in Suginami and she's working in a bar in the Ginza 182 00:17:26,333 --> 00:17:30,499 Have you heard of a place called Luna? 183 00:17:30,625 --> 00:17:34,874 Luna? No, l've never heard of it 184 00:17:35,000 --> 00:17:39,749 l can'tjust go and see her like that 185 00:17:41,416 --> 00:17:44,874 lf you get a chance, will you check on her? 186 00:17:46,041 --> 00:17:50,290 Of course l will. But what happened? 187 00:17:55,333 --> 00:17:57,332 Yes? 188 00:17:59,208 --> 00:18:01,582 Mrs Sasaki of Kyoto is here to see you 189 00:18:01,708 --> 00:18:03,540 - Sasaki? - Yes 190 00:18:03,666 --> 00:18:05,124 Excuse me 191 00:18:15,750 --> 00:18:18,832 You've got a customer, so l'll get going 192 00:18:18,958 --> 00:18:20,749 You don't have to leave 193 00:18:20,875 --> 00:18:23,207 l'll come again. Thanks 194 00:18:23,333 --> 00:18:25,040 All right 195 00:18:25,166 --> 00:18:27,540 - l'll see you soon - See you again 196 00:18:38,500 --> 00:18:41,165 - Goodbye - Thanks. Bye 197 00:18:48,000 --> 00:18:51,540 My, it's been a long time 198 00:18:51,666 --> 00:18:54,749 - lndeed it has. Have a seat - Thank you 199 00:19:02,208 --> 00:19:07,040 - When did you arrive? - Yukiko and l got here yesterday 200 00:19:07,166 --> 00:19:08,207 l see 201 00:19:08,333 --> 00:19:13,665 lt's been such a long time. How's the family? How's Hisako? 202 00:19:13,791 --> 00:19:16,540 We're all well. Thanks for the bamboo shoots 203 00:19:18,458 --> 00:19:22,499 They weren't very good, l'm so embarrassed 204 00:19:22,625 --> 00:19:27,499 Matsu and l eventually figured out what happened 205 00:19:27,625 --> 00:19:32,665 We divided the guests at our Kyoto inn into two categories 206 00:19:32,791 --> 00:19:35,207 We meant to send you the good quality shoots... 207 00:19:35,333 --> 00:19:40,165 ...but by the time we realised our mistake, it was too late, they'd turned into bamboo! 208 00:19:40,291 --> 00:19:44,207 l was just telling Matsu about the terrible mix-up 209 00:19:44,333 --> 00:19:48,832 We would've sent you some good ones, but they'd all become bamboo trees! 210 00:19:50,208 --> 00:19:54,332 - l don't need bamboo trees - Of course, they're no use to anyone 211 00:19:55,333 --> 00:19:57,374 - Why have you come to Tokyo? - Me? 212 00:19:57,500 --> 00:20:00,082 - Yes - Because of Yukiko 213 00:20:00,208 --> 00:20:02,082 What about her? 214 00:20:02,208 --> 00:20:05,499 l'll tell you the whole story. lt's like this... 215 00:20:05,625 --> 00:20:10,332 Yukiko won't take my advice. We're constantly arguing 216 00:20:10,458 --> 00:20:12,582 - What about? - Marriage 217 00:20:12,708 --> 00:20:15,082 l see. Well, congratulations! 218 00:20:15,208 --> 00:20:17,665 No, nothing's set yet 219 00:20:17,791 --> 00:20:21,040 You know that doctor from the Tsukiji market? 220 00:20:22,375 --> 00:20:26,749 - l don't know him - He stays at ours when he comes to Kyoto 221 00:20:26,875 --> 00:20:30,290 l'm guessing you send him the good bamboo shoots 222 00:20:30,416 --> 00:20:34,082 l certainly do. You've never seen him at our inn? 223 00:20:34,208 --> 00:20:36,082 ls he a prospect for marriage? 224 00:20:36,208 --> 00:20:38,874 No, not him. Pay attention! 225 00:20:39,000 --> 00:20:44,290 He's over 60 years old, much too old for Yukiko 226 00:20:44,416 --> 00:20:49,249 - Then who is it? - His assistant who's also a doctor 227 00:20:49,375 --> 00:20:54,790 - That's good - That doctor is young and very kind 228 00:20:54,916 --> 00:20:57,082 When he stayed at our inn, he took such good care of... 229 00:20:57,208 --> 00:21:01,082 - Of Yukiko? - No, no! He treated me 230 00:21:01,208 --> 00:21:06,249 - You remember my chronic disease? - What was it again? 231 00:21:06,375 --> 00:21:12,374 - l'm not taking too much of your time, am l? - l'm actually rather busy 232 00:21:12,500 --> 00:21:15,165 Really? l do apologise 233 00:21:15,291 --> 00:21:18,290 lt might be my heart 234 00:21:18,416 --> 00:21:21,749 l suddenly feel it tighten up and l have difficulty breathing 235 00:21:21,875 --> 00:21:25,165 l feel l'm dying 236 00:21:25,291 --> 00:21:29,915 This young doctor told me to get a full physical... 237 00:21:30,041 --> 00:21:33,957 ...but l'm scared ofwhat they might do to me 238 00:21:34,083 --> 00:21:37,457 l'm even scared of the drill at the dentist 239 00:21:37,583 --> 00:21:41,499 l almost faint when l see it approaching 240 00:21:41,625 --> 00:21:44,290 l always end up rushing home 241 00:21:44,416 --> 00:21:48,374 Goodness knows what l'll be like during the healthcare check-ups... 242 00:21:48,500 --> 00:21:51,165 - Hold on - What is it? 243 00:21:51,833 --> 00:21:53,665 l need to go to the toilet 244 00:21:53,791 --> 00:21:55,249 Go ahead 245 00:21:56,750 --> 00:21:58,749 Or maybe l should leave 246 00:21:58,875 --> 00:22:01,332 - Take your time - All right, then 247 00:22:06,500 --> 00:22:10,082 - Serve some tea in the reception room - Yes 248 00:22:57,750 --> 00:23:00,374 - Should l wait? - No, you can go 249 00:23:13,208 --> 00:23:15,915 - ls anybody home? - Yes 250 00:23:19,833 --> 00:23:21,707 Welcome! 251 00:23:23,416 --> 00:23:25,999 l'm Yukiko Sasaki from Kyoto 252 00:23:26,125 --> 00:23:27,999 Just a moment 253 00:23:36,708 --> 00:23:40,582 - Hello. lt's good to see you - Hello 254 00:23:40,708 --> 00:23:42,249 Come in 255 00:23:42,375 --> 00:23:43,915 Thank you 256 00:23:44,041 --> 00:23:49,040 - Where is everyone? - They all go shopping on Sundays 257 00:23:49,166 --> 00:23:50,624 Oh, l see 258 00:23:50,750 --> 00:23:52,374 Come on in 259 00:23:58,000 --> 00:24:00,624 You'll like the other room better 260 00:24:00,750 --> 00:24:02,540 You must be a second-rate customer 261 00:24:02,666 --> 00:24:05,582 Yes, you should give me bad bamboo shoots! 262 00:24:05,708 --> 00:24:07,332 That's right 263 00:24:15,000 --> 00:24:16,874 - There... - Thank you 264 00:24:19,666 --> 00:24:23,874 Miss Tomizawa, bring some tea. And cakes if you've got any 265 00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:25,457 Yes, sir 266 00:24:26,083 --> 00:24:28,499 l have a gift for you 267 00:24:28,625 --> 00:24:30,499 Thank you 268 00:24:32,916 --> 00:24:35,624 Did your mother go into hospital? 269 00:24:35,750 --> 00:24:39,499 Yes, she finally decided to go 270 00:24:39,625 --> 00:24:43,165 - Did she make a fuss? - Yes, the night before she was admitted... 271 00:24:43,291 --> 00:24:45,540 ...she went on about how she didn't know what to do... 272 00:24:45,666 --> 00:24:47,832 ...and how she wanted to cancel the appointment and go home 273 00:24:47,958 --> 00:24:51,415 - She wouldn't listen to anything l said - But you persuaded her? 274 00:24:51,541 --> 00:24:55,665 She was being completely irrational, so l told her... 275 00:24:55,791 --> 00:25:02,082 ..."Mother, l'm worried about your health, so do this or l'll leave home" 276 00:25:02,208 --> 00:25:04,457 So she finally listened to me 277 00:25:04,583 --> 00:25:08,624 - That must've been hard - l had to be firm with her 278 00:25:09,625 --> 00:25:11,874 There are good hospitals in Kyoto, too 279 00:25:12,000 --> 00:25:15,915 l know. This is just mother's little set-up 280 00:25:16,041 --> 00:25:17,999 - Set-up? - Yes 281 00:25:26,791 --> 00:25:29,415 - There you go - Thanks! 282 00:25:48,916 --> 00:25:51,874 lt's so different from Kyoto, even the colour of the sky 283 00:25:52,458 --> 00:25:54,790 What's this 'set-up'? 284 00:25:56,458 --> 00:25:59,332 She must've told you about my marriage? 285 00:25:59,458 --> 00:26:02,624 Yes, she said something about a young doctor at the hospital 286 00:26:02,750 --> 00:26:05,540 l know exactly what she's thinking 287 00:26:05,666 --> 00:26:08,457 She gets hospitalised, so l visit her everyday... 288 00:26:08,583 --> 00:26:12,290 ...and then she sets me up with the doctor! 289 00:26:12,416 --> 00:26:14,249 l can see right through her! 290 00:26:14,375 --> 00:26:17,040 And? What do you think of this doctor? 291 00:26:17,166 --> 00:26:19,665 l'm not interested in him at all 292 00:26:20,375 --> 00:26:23,290 Then l feel sorry for your mother 293 00:26:23,416 --> 00:26:25,540 Yes, but this is for her health 294 00:26:25,666 --> 00:26:29,290 l suppose it is. What will you do in the meantime? 295 00:26:29,416 --> 00:26:31,707 l'm going shopping and then heading back to Kyoto 296 00:26:31,833 --> 00:26:34,457 - You're leaving your mother? - Yes 297 00:26:35,250 --> 00:26:37,165 That's a bit cruel! 298 00:26:37,291 --> 00:26:39,999 l need to take drastic measures to stop her... 299 00:26:40,125 --> 00:26:46,207 ...from constantly trying to choose my husband. l can't take it anymore! 300 00:26:46,333 --> 00:26:47,457 l see 301 00:26:47,583 --> 00:26:52,790 lt's just constant. Anyway, l don't want to leave Matsu alone at the inn 302 00:26:53,500 --> 00:26:56,749 Do you have someone in your life already? 303 00:26:57,791 --> 00:26:59,790 No, l don't 304 00:26:59,916 --> 00:27:05,957 - You shouldn't rush to get married - That's so true 305 00:27:06,083 --> 00:27:10,790 l mean it. What first looks like gold might turn out to be brass once you're married 306 00:27:10,916 --> 00:27:13,207 Really? Brass, you say? 307 00:27:13,333 --> 00:27:14,832 That's right 308 00:27:14,958 --> 00:27:17,665 You don't need to get married just yet 309 00:27:17,791 --> 00:27:21,915 Why should every girl rush to get married? 310 00:27:22,041 --> 00:27:23,874 Why not be different? 311 00:27:25,458 --> 00:27:27,874 You've no plans for Setsuko to marry? 312 00:27:28,000 --> 00:27:29,707 ln a way, l do 313 00:27:30,666 --> 00:27:35,207 Regardless, a pretty girl like you shouldn't hurry to marry 314 00:27:36,708 --> 00:27:38,582 What time will the others be back? 315 00:27:38,708 --> 00:27:40,707 They didn't say 316 00:27:41,625 --> 00:27:44,999 When they get back, l'll tell Setsuko to visit you tomorrow 317 00:27:45,125 --> 00:27:48,832 Yes, l'd love to see her 318 00:27:50,500 --> 00:27:52,790 lt's such a lovely day 319 00:28:24,750 --> 00:28:26,832 lt's time for your medicine 320 00:28:38,000 --> 00:28:41,124 This tastes awful! What is it? 321 00:28:42,208 --> 00:28:46,749 - There's sulphur in it - Really? What good does that do? 322 00:28:48,208 --> 00:28:51,290 - Do l have to finish it? - Yes 323 00:28:52,125 --> 00:28:56,207 l'd rather not. ls she here yet? 324 00:28:57,333 --> 00:28:58,915 - Your daughter? - Yes 325 00:28:59,041 --> 00:29:02,415 - No, not yet - Where is she? She's late 326 00:29:03,583 --> 00:29:05,957 She's only visited me once this morning 327 00:29:24,333 --> 00:29:26,999 Mother's room is right there 328 00:29:27,125 --> 00:29:28,582 Really? 329 00:29:28,708 --> 00:29:31,082 Have you met this doctor? 330 00:29:31,208 --> 00:29:32,707 Yes, briefly 331 00:29:36,958 --> 00:29:39,415 - What's he like? - l'm not interested in him 332 00:29:39,541 --> 00:29:44,582 lt was mother's idea. So annoying. But what about you? 333 00:29:44,708 --> 00:29:48,790 - What? - Any plans to marry you off? 334 00:29:50,375 --> 00:29:53,332 No, not really. Father's interested, that's all 335 00:29:53,458 --> 00:29:58,124 Really? l wish they'd stop putting us through this 336 00:29:58,250 --> 00:30:02,874 - ls Auntie that persistent? - lt's all she talks about 337 00:30:03,000 --> 00:30:10,124 The other day, a man with a tuxedo and a white scarfwalked past us 338 00:30:10,250 --> 00:30:15,957 Mother asked if l fancied him for a husband So l turned round to look at him... 339 00:30:16,083 --> 00:30:20,624 ...and l saw an advert for a nightclub on his back! 340 00:30:21,875 --> 00:30:25,457 l envy you, though, Setsuko 341 00:30:25,583 --> 00:30:31,249 Your parents aren't like my mother. They're so understanding 342 00:30:31,375 --> 00:30:33,874 l wouldn't be so sure of that 343 00:30:34,000 --> 00:30:37,165 They're not like my mother at all 344 00:30:37,291 --> 00:30:42,290 She always goes on and on... 345 00:30:42,416 --> 00:30:44,207 ...and she never gets to the point 346 00:30:44,333 --> 00:30:47,124 But she has an interesting way of talking 347 00:30:47,250 --> 00:30:50,124 Yes, too interesting, if you ask me! 348 00:30:50,875 --> 00:30:53,499 Setsuko, we should team up 349 00:30:53,625 --> 00:30:55,374 What do you mean? 350 00:30:55,500 --> 00:30:59,624 You help me when my mother's being unreasonable... 351 00:30:59,750 --> 00:31:01,457 ...and l'll do the same for you 352 00:31:01,583 --> 00:31:04,082 - Sounds good - l'm relying on you 353 00:31:04,208 --> 00:31:06,040 Promise? 354 00:31:09,833 --> 00:31:11,124 What was that? 355 00:31:12,083 --> 00:31:17,207 lt means, 'Thirteen silver hairpins, three broken spider webs...' 356 00:31:17,333 --> 00:31:20,082 - lt's a spell - l see. ln that case... 357 00:31:24,833 --> 00:31:26,290 Thank you 358 00:31:45,833 --> 00:31:47,957 - Should l wait? - No, you can go 359 00:31:56,208 --> 00:31:57,749 Good day 360 00:32:02,083 --> 00:32:03,957 - Excuse me! - Yes? 361 00:32:06,333 --> 00:32:09,290 l'm so happy to see you again 362 00:32:09,416 --> 00:32:13,332 Welcome. Please come in 363 00:32:13,458 --> 00:32:17,374 May l? l hope l'm not bothering you 364 00:32:17,500 --> 00:32:19,832 Not at all. Do come in 365 00:32:19,958 --> 00:32:21,624 Thank you 366 00:32:28,250 --> 00:32:30,290 - Here... - Thank you 367 00:32:40,833 --> 00:32:44,749 - Welcome, madam - Hello. Sorry for dropping in on you like this 368 00:32:50,958 --> 00:32:53,749 l brought this as a small present 369 00:32:54,458 --> 00:32:56,624 Thank you very much 370 00:32:59,875 --> 00:33:03,749 - lt's for the family, not for you - l know, madam 371 00:33:18,458 --> 00:33:21,790 - Sorry... - Are you busy with something? 372 00:33:24,541 --> 00:33:28,999 l knew we'd talk at length, so l went to the bathroom 373 00:33:29,125 --> 00:33:30,249 Oh, l see 374 00:33:32,708 --> 00:33:35,499 Well, now... ls Hisako at school? 375 00:33:35,625 --> 00:33:38,374 Yes. And Setsuko's now working 376 00:33:38,500 --> 00:33:41,332 They're both lovely girls 377 00:33:41,833 --> 00:33:44,582 Yukiko returned home without me 378 00:33:44,708 --> 00:33:49,040 So you're having some healthcare check-ups, l hear 379 00:33:49,166 --> 00:33:53,624 Oh, let me tell you, it's such an awful place 380 00:33:53,750 --> 00:33:56,332 They sent electricity through wires around my hands and feet... 381 00:33:56,458 --> 00:34:00,582 ...and injected me with some kind of blue ink, can you believe? 382 00:34:00,708 --> 00:34:06,874 lt turned my urine blue! lt was horrible, just horrible! 383 00:34:07,000 --> 00:34:11,749 That's not all. l had to drink this disgusting, muddy substance 384 00:34:11,875 --> 00:34:13,457 lt tasted awful 385 00:34:13,583 --> 00:34:16,582 l was supposed to stay three more days, but l couldn't take it 386 00:34:16,708 --> 00:34:19,165 So you didn't finish your treatment? 387 00:34:19,291 --> 00:34:23,915 No, l don't need them prodding and poking me anymore 388 00:34:24,041 --> 00:34:25,790 l couldn't bear it! 389 00:34:25,916 --> 00:34:28,165 And what about your heart? 390 00:34:28,291 --> 00:34:34,415 The old doctor told me it was fine. He said it was just neurosis 391 00:34:34,541 --> 00:34:40,915 l told him l still have pains, but he wouldn't listen to me 392 00:34:41,041 --> 00:34:45,332 - lsn't that outrageous? - l'm glad it was nothing serious 393 00:34:45,458 --> 00:34:48,207 l didn't need to come all the way to Tokyo 394 00:34:48,333 --> 00:34:51,874 - lt's always better to be sure - Yes, l suppose so 395 00:34:52,000 --> 00:34:54,915 And what about the young doctor? 396 00:34:55,041 --> 00:34:57,957 - He's the one l'm talking about! - What do you mean? 397 00:34:58,083 --> 00:35:02,165 He's the one who injected the blue ink. l begged him to stop 398 00:35:02,291 --> 00:35:07,249 He said it was necessary despite my protestations 399 00:35:07,375 --> 00:35:10,249 He was so cruel. l really dislike him 400 00:35:10,375 --> 00:35:13,290 l see. And you were trying to matchmake him... 401 00:35:13,416 --> 00:35:18,124 Well, l'll find another prospect for her. You must help me 402 00:35:18,250 --> 00:35:20,249 l'll do my best 403 00:35:20,875 --> 00:35:22,540 l'm doing all l can... 404 00:35:22,666 --> 00:35:26,999 ...but Yukiko just keeps telling me to leave her alone and not bother her 405 00:35:27,125 --> 00:35:29,165 Children are so ungrateful 406 00:35:29,291 --> 00:35:31,707 Our children are the same. lt's the same everywhere 407 00:35:31,833 --> 00:35:36,040 You think? lfwe wait too long, Yukiko will never get married 408 00:35:36,166 --> 00:35:39,915 She'll find someone. She's capable and pretty, too 409 00:35:40,041 --> 00:35:42,082 - You really think so? - l do 410 00:35:42,208 --> 00:35:47,499 You're right. ln fact, l already have another prospect lined up 411 00:35:47,625 --> 00:35:50,040 Who is he? 412 00:35:50,166 --> 00:35:54,040 He's not a doctor, but it's close enough 413 00:35:54,166 --> 00:35:56,457 - What does he do? - He's a pharmacist 414 00:35:56,583 --> 00:35:59,707 He is the second son of an important pharmacist in Osaka 415 00:35:59,833 --> 00:36:03,749 He's a bit old, though. l can't remember if he's 24 or 25 years old 416 00:36:03,875 --> 00:36:08,207 He graduated from Osaka University. Maybe this will be the one 417 00:36:08,333 --> 00:36:11,249 You certainly have a lot of candidates! 418 00:36:12,416 --> 00:36:16,790 This one's ideal, l'm telling you 419 00:36:16,916 --> 00:36:19,082 Hold on, l'm just going to the bathroom 420 00:36:19,208 --> 00:36:20,915 Please do 421 00:36:21,041 --> 00:36:22,582 Oh, this way! 422 00:36:22,708 --> 00:36:24,332 Oh, that's right 423 00:36:29,875 --> 00:36:32,457 You're sure l'm not bothering you? 424 00:37:08,458 --> 00:37:11,457 Don't go too far, it's dangerous! 425 00:37:12,541 --> 00:37:14,374 We'll be fine! 426 00:37:29,708 --> 00:37:32,124 The weather is so nice 427 00:37:32,250 --> 00:37:34,915 When was the last time we did this? 428 00:37:35,958 --> 00:37:37,790 The weather's lovely 429 00:37:40,416 --> 00:37:42,415 Maybe l should go for a game 430 00:37:42,541 --> 00:37:44,832 You mean golf? 431 00:37:46,375 --> 00:37:48,207 Please, not today 432 00:37:48,333 --> 00:37:52,207 This may be the last time we can all go out together... 433 00:37:53,750 --> 00:37:56,082 ...if Setsuko gets married 434 00:37:56,208 --> 00:37:58,124 You're right 435 00:37:59,541 --> 00:38:03,124 But we can all go out again before she marries 436 00:38:04,041 --> 00:38:06,332 But you're always too busy 437 00:38:08,208 --> 00:38:12,249 Why does she just grin at me without saying anything? 438 00:38:12,375 --> 00:38:14,415 Who? You mean Setsuko? 439 00:38:15,666 --> 00:38:17,874 l was the same at her age 440 00:38:18,000 --> 00:38:20,457 Times have changed, though 441 00:38:22,000 --> 00:38:24,249 Shall l go ahead with what we were talking about? 442 00:38:24,375 --> 00:38:27,332 Yes, l suppose it's all right 443 00:38:30,458 --> 00:38:32,915 l feel good 444 00:38:34,208 --> 00:38:37,040 - l was thinking... - What? 445 00:38:37,166 --> 00:38:42,457 Remember how we used to run to the air-raid shelters... 446 00:38:42,583 --> 00:38:45,624 ...when the planes came during the war? 447 00:38:46,583 --> 00:38:49,624 Setsuko had just started primary school 448 00:38:49,750 --> 00:38:52,082 Hisako had just started walking 449 00:38:53,208 --> 00:38:59,374 ln the dark, we used to think we might all die together 450 00:39:01,125 --> 00:39:02,957 l remember 451 00:39:03,583 --> 00:39:05,707 l hated the war... 452 00:39:05,833 --> 00:39:08,999 ...but sometimes l miss those days when we were all much closer 453 00:39:09,125 --> 00:39:10,582 Don't you? 454 00:39:11,708 --> 00:39:15,165 No. Those were the years l hated the most 455 00:39:15,666 --> 00:39:20,290 We had nothing to our name, surrounded by arrogant fools 456 00:39:20,416 --> 00:39:23,124 But those were good days for me 457 00:39:23,250 --> 00:39:26,915 We were always together, the four of us 458 00:39:27,041 --> 00:39:32,415 Are you complaining because l've been coming home late? 459 00:39:32,541 --> 00:39:34,332 lt's not that 460 00:39:34,458 --> 00:39:38,082 But we don't even get to have supper as a family anymore 461 00:39:38,958 --> 00:39:42,457 Everyday it gets busier at work 462 00:39:43,375 --> 00:39:46,707 But at least we can lead a more comfortable life 463 00:39:46,833 --> 00:39:48,665 Even so... 464 00:39:50,166 --> 00:39:51,957 What are you saying? 465 00:39:53,833 --> 00:39:55,290 lt's nothing 466 00:40:56,166 --> 00:41:01,082 l had trouble yesterday at Bunker 7. l just couldn't get out 467 00:41:01,208 --> 00:41:03,999 l've also had difficulties there 468 00:41:05,041 --> 00:41:07,707 l went to Hakone with my family yesterday 469 00:41:07,833 --> 00:41:09,915 That sounds very nice 470 00:41:12,041 --> 00:41:17,082 - So how was Hakone? - l spent the whole day with my family 471 00:41:17,208 --> 00:41:19,624 lt must feel good to do that from time to time 472 00:41:19,750 --> 00:41:21,332 lndeed 473 00:41:23,291 --> 00:41:25,124 Yes? 474 00:41:25,250 --> 00:41:26,749 What is it? 475 00:41:36,625 --> 00:41:39,665 - This person is asking to see you - Right... 476 00:41:42,250 --> 00:41:44,915 Very well, bring him in 477 00:41:45,041 --> 00:41:46,665 Yes, sir 478 00:42:08,291 --> 00:42:09,749 Come in 479 00:42:16,208 --> 00:42:18,374 My name is Taniguchi 480 00:42:18,500 --> 00:42:20,207 l'm Hirayama 481 00:42:22,250 --> 00:42:26,124 The Nitto Chemical Company? My daughter works there 482 00:42:28,875 --> 00:42:30,332 Well... 483 00:42:32,083 --> 00:42:33,207 What can l do for you? 484 00:42:34,833 --> 00:42:36,290 Well... 485 00:42:37,916 --> 00:42:41,040 - l wish to marry your daughter - Excuse me? 486 00:42:41,166 --> 00:42:43,749 l'd like your consent 487 00:42:43,875 --> 00:42:46,499 - You...? - Yes 488 00:42:48,875 --> 00:42:52,499 - ls Setsuko aware of this? - She is 489 00:42:53,375 --> 00:42:58,040 l should've asked you through an intermediary... 490 00:42:58,166 --> 00:43:00,832 - ...but l don't have a lot of time - Time? 491 00:43:02,041 --> 00:43:05,165 My company is transferring me... 492 00:43:05,291 --> 00:43:07,790 ...and l wanted to get your consent before l go 493 00:43:10,125 --> 00:43:13,165 This is all very sudden 494 00:43:15,208 --> 00:43:19,374 - l apologise - l can't give you an answer right now 495 00:43:21,041 --> 00:43:23,082 l have to discuss this with Setsuko 496 00:43:31,416 --> 00:43:33,290 Let's leave it at that for now 497 00:43:34,625 --> 00:43:36,707 Please give it your consideration 498 00:43:43,541 --> 00:43:45,499 - Oh, hello - Hello 499 00:43:54,208 --> 00:43:56,457 Here's the quote from Hill Enterprises 500 00:43:58,625 --> 00:44:00,707 Just leave it here 501 00:44:39,416 --> 00:44:41,790 You knew nothing about this? 502 00:44:42,875 --> 00:44:46,624 No, she never said anything to me 503 00:44:48,458 --> 00:44:50,499 lt's a problem 504 00:45:10,541 --> 00:45:12,040 l'm home 505 00:45:15,500 --> 00:45:17,540 - What is it? - Come here 506 00:45:21,291 --> 00:45:22,749 Sit down 507 00:45:26,250 --> 00:45:30,749 - What is it? - Do you know a man named Taniguchi? 508 00:45:32,375 --> 00:45:37,415 - Yes - He came by my office today 509 00:45:41,333 --> 00:45:44,415 - Did you know about that? - No 510 00:45:44,541 --> 00:45:46,540 He said he wants to marry you 511 00:45:50,500 --> 00:45:52,999 How do you know him? 512 00:45:53,916 --> 00:45:57,082 - From work - How long have you known him? 513 00:45:57,208 --> 00:46:00,082 Do you intend to marry him? 514 00:46:02,750 --> 00:46:04,249 Answer me 515 00:46:05,416 --> 00:46:08,040 Yes, l wish to marry him 516 00:46:08,166 --> 00:46:10,165 Why didn't you say anything? 517 00:46:11,541 --> 00:46:14,332 Why didn't you consult with me or your mother? 518 00:46:15,625 --> 00:46:18,249 You knew we were making arrangements 519 00:46:21,416 --> 00:46:24,415 Well, l don't approve of this fellow 520 00:46:25,791 --> 00:46:28,332 - But l... - What? 521 00:46:29,250 --> 00:46:32,749 Why can't l find happiness on my own? 522 00:46:34,375 --> 00:46:35,499 Setsuko! 523 00:46:37,333 --> 00:46:40,457 l'll find happiness on my own! 524 00:46:44,375 --> 00:46:46,540 - Where are you going? - l'm going out 525 00:46:46,666 --> 00:46:48,124 Setsuko! 526 00:47:18,166 --> 00:47:20,415 Hi. What's up? 527 00:47:20,541 --> 00:47:21,999 Come in 528 00:47:31,958 --> 00:47:35,874 Why did you go see my father without telling me? 529 00:47:39,791 --> 00:47:44,707 - Why didn't you tell me? - l thought it'd be better that way 530 00:47:44,833 --> 00:47:46,082 Why? 531 00:47:46,208 --> 00:47:48,749 l didn't want to cause you any worry 532 00:47:48,875 --> 00:47:50,332 What worry? 533 00:47:51,166 --> 00:47:57,040 l told you before, l would tell my mother and then she'd tell my father 534 00:47:57,166 --> 00:47:59,832 l know, l considered that, too 535 00:48:00,875 --> 00:48:03,915 - The result would've been the same - How so? 536 00:48:04,041 --> 00:48:08,832 Your father and mother could only answer either yes or no 537 00:48:09,750 --> 00:48:12,874 l'd know sooner if l asked them directly 538 00:48:14,875 --> 00:48:18,124 You know l'm being transferred to Hiroshima 539 00:48:19,125 --> 00:48:21,124 l heard 540 00:48:21,708 --> 00:48:23,957 That's why l went to see your father 541 00:48:25,875 --> 00:48:29,082 And what if my father says no? 542 00:48:30,416 --> 00:48:32,499 l've already made up my mind 543 00:48:33,666 --> 00:48:36,624 - Have you? - Do you need to ask? 544 00:48:38,250 --> 00:48:40,124 l'm not leaving you 545 00:48:40,250 --> 00:48:43,832 Well, then, we've got nothing to fear 546 00:48:44,791 --> 00:48:47,457 That's how it should be 547 00:48:56,000 --> 00:48:58,749 Everything's fine now 548 00:49:04,750 --> 00:49:08,790 lt's late, you should go. Let me take you home 549 00:49:08,916 --> 00:49:10,499 Come on 550 00:49:52,416 --> 00:49:54,874 - Good night - Night 551 00:50:13,083 --> 00:50:14,624 - Bye - Thanks 552 00:50:19,541 --> 00:50:21,832 l just came to take her home 553 00:50:22,833 --> 00:50:25,207 - Thank you - Good night 554 00:50:38,791 --> 00:50:40,665 ls she back home? 555 00:50:42,125 --> 00:50:43,540 Setsuko! 556 00:50:51,541 --> 00:50:52,832 Yes? 557 00:50:52,958 --> 00:50:54,499 Sit down 558 00:50:58,833 --> 00:51:00,457 Where've you been? 559 00:51:05,166 --> 00:51:09,707 Don't you think you're being rather careless? 560 00:51:14,416 --> 00:51:18,665 You think you can make such a decision without consulting us first? 561 00:51:22,625 --> 00:51:25,165 Don't you think you're making a mistake? 562 00:51:26,125 --> 00:51:28,082 Answer me 563 00:51:30,791 --> 00:51:32,290 Say something! 564 00:51:33,541 --> 00:51:36,707 - Don't get angry - l'm not talking to you! 565 00:51:37,750 --> 00:51:39,957 What's going on, Setsuko? 566 00:51:40,083 --> 00:51:44,249 l'm trying to spare you an unhappy marriage 567 00:51:45,208 --> 00:51:48,707 l want to protect you from anything that would make you unhappy 568 00:51:50,541 --> 00:51:53,957 Do you really know this Taniguchi fellow? 569 00:51:55,875 --> 00:51:59,707 - l do - And you think he'll make a good husband? 570 00:52:00,708 --> 00:52:02,290 Yes, l do 571 00:52:02,416 --> 00:52:07,040 He's not from a distinguished family as you would have liked... 572 00:52:07,750 --> 00:52:11,582 ...but l don't think that's any reason to make me unhappy 573 00:52:11,708 --> 00:52:14,040 Well, l don't agree 574 00:52:14,166 --> 00:52:16,957 That's just the way you see things 575 00:52:17,083 --> 00:52:18,207 Setsuko! 576 00:52:19,750 --> 00:52:23,624 My opinions are different. l see things my own way 577 00:52:23,750 --> 00:52:26,415 What opinions? Explain them to me 578 00:52:27,541 --> 00:52:30,790 Even if l did, l don't think you'd understand 579 00:52:30,916 --> 00:52:33,415 - What's that? - Setsuko! 580 00:52:34,375 --> 00:52:39,374 Mother! You two were lucky from the start 581 00:52:40,291 --> 00:52:46,249 We might not have the chance to have the kind of life father has in mind 582 00:52:47,166 --> 00:52:50,499 But we don't care. lt won't make us unhappy 583 00:52:51,625 --> 00:52:55,124 We will take responsibility for our own lives 584 00:52:55,250 --> 00:52:57,665 And we won't be a burden on either of you 585 00:52:57,791 --> 00:52:59,957 Even so, Setsuko... 586 00:53:00,083 --> 00:53:02,457 Enough! l've had enough! 587 00:53:07,250 --> 00:53:11,165 You're still young, Setsuko 588 00:53:11,291 --> 00:53:15,749 A lot can happen in life 589 00:53:15,875 --> 00:53:20,249 You two are in love. That may be enough for now... 590 00:53:20,375 --> 00:53:23,582 ...but who knows what the future will bring? 591 00:53:23,708 --> 00:53:26,957 There's a lot that you need to consider 592 00:53:27,083 --> 00:53:30,582 You said that we were lucky... 593 00:53:30,708 --> 00:53:35,332 ...but it wasn't always like that for your father and me 594 00:53:36,416 --> 00:53:39,249 We went through some very difficult times 595 00:53:39,375 --> 00:53:42,582 That's why your father is so concerned 596 00:53:42,708 --> 00:53:47,707 Do you understand? Promise me you'll think it over 597 00:53:49,708 --> 00:53:51,457 Enough now! 598 00:53:52,541 --> 00:53:54,624 Anyway, l'm opposed to it 599 00:53:54,750 --> 00:53:57,332 The young make trouble as soon as they leave home 600 00:53:57,458 --> 00:54:00,415 You'll stay home two or three days and think it over! 601 00:54:01,500 --> 00:54:04,332 - l have to go to work - You'll do as l say! 602 00:54:05,375 --> 00:54:07,499 You don't have to go 603 00:54:09,250 --> 00:54:12,624 You should go to bed now 604 00:54:28,041 --> 00:54:29,957 She's such a worry 605 00:54:33,250 --> 00:54:34,499 Even so... 606 00:54:36,500 --> 00:54:39,707 ...Taniguchi looks like a good man 607 00:54:39,833 --> 00:54:42,207 And when did you meet him? 608 00:54:43,333 --> 00:54:45,874 Just before, when he brought Setsuko back 609 00:54:46,000 --> 00:54:49,874 And you can judge him after meeting him once? Don't be ridiculous! 610 00:54:50,916 --> 00:54:53,165 Anyway, l won't give my consent 611 00:55:36,333 --> 00:55:39,540 - You called me? - Yes, come here 612 00:55:44,416 --> 00:55:47,999 l didn't take you away from your work? 613 00:55:48,125 --> 00:55:49,249 No 614 00:55:49,375 --> 00:55:52,749 - You were free? - Yes. l mean no... 615 00:55:52,875 --> 00:55:54,707 No, l guess not 616 00:55:55,958 --> 00:55:59,457 - There's something l want to ask you - Yes, sir? 617 00:56:00,500 --> 00:56:04,665 A fellow called Taniguchi came to see me yesterday. How well do you know him? 618 00:56:04,791 --> 00:56:08,915 - He was above me at school - l see 619 00:56:09,041 --> 00:56:11,999 He's two years older than me, and played basketball 620 00:56:12,125 --> 00:56:13,832 l see. And what else? 621 00:56:14,916 --> 00:56:18,415 - ls that all? - We worked in the same office one summer 622 00:56:18,541 --> 00:56:21,249 You did? Where? 623 00:56:21,375 --> 00:56:25,207 - lt was at a warehouse in Hakozaki - l see... 624 00:56:31,041 --> 00:56:33,040 Mr Mikami is here for you 625 00:56:33,166 --> 00:56:34,707 Show him in 626 00:56:37,083 --> 00:56:39,707 - We'll talk later - Yes, sir 627 00:56:39,833 --> 00:56:41,499 - Thanks - Thank you, sir 628 00:56:47,833 --> 00:56:50,665 - Sorry to bother you again - Not at all 629 00:56:54,375 --> 00:56:58,290 l don't want to be a nuisance, but have you had a chance yet? 630 00:56:59,250 --> 00:57:01,790 Have you been to Luna? 631 00:57:03,791 --> 00:57:06,874 l've been a bit preoccupied. l haven't had a chance yet 632 00:57:07,000 --> 00:57:08,249 l see 633 00:57:08,375 --> 00:57:12,915 There's no need to rush, of course. l'm just a little worried 634 00:57:14,625 --> 00:57:16,249 l'll go tonight 635 00:57:17,458 --> 00:57:20,499 You will? l'd appreciate it 636 00:57:22,208 --> 00:57:24,915 Children can be a handful 637 00:57:25,041 --> 00:57:30,457 Maybe it's because we spoil them. But what can we do? 638 00:57:41,833 --> 00:57:43,874 lt's a strange situation... 639 00:58:18,750 --> 00:58:20,207 Welcome 640 00:58:22,916 --> 00:58:25,540 lt's been a while, Mr Kondo. How have you been? 641 00:58:25,666 --> 00:58:27,749 Over here will do fine 642 00:58:30,000 --> 00:58:31,540 Welcome 643 00:58:37,875 --> 00:58:40,082 Welcome. What can l serve you? 644 00:58:40,208 --> 00:58:41,499 One highball 645 00:58:41,625 --> 00:58:43,790 Yes, sir. How about you, Mr Kondo? 646 00:58:46,125 --> 00:58:48,249 The same, right? 647 00:58:48,375 --> 00:58:49,915 Make it two 648 00:58:51,291 --> 00:58:53,999 So you know this place? 649 00:58:54,125 --> 00:58:55,624 Yes. No... 650 00:58:55,750 --> 00:58:57,832 They all seem to know you 651 00:58:57,958 --> 00:59:01,999 Why didn't you say so? We would've found this place in no time 652 00:59:02,125 --> 00:59:05,665 l apologise. l didn't think this was the place you meant 653 00:59:05,791 --> 00:59:11,332 Where else? There can't be that many bars with the same name around here 654 00:59:11,458 --> 00:59:14,082 You're right, sir. l apologise 655 00:59:15,458 --> 00:59:19,874 ls there a Fumiko working here? Her last name is Mikami 656 00:59:20,000 --> 00:59:23,082 We call her Kaoru. She'll be back in a moment 657 00:59:26,541 --> 00:59:30,165 There you go, sir. And one for Mr Kondo 658 00:59:31,416 --> 00:59:33,082 Why so quiet tonight? 659 00:59:33,958 --> 00:59:36,457 - Drink up - Ah, thank you, sir 660 00:59:41,916 --> 00:59:44,707 That Taniguchi, what's he like? 661 00:59:45,750 --> 00:59:48,582 He's two years older than me, and plays basketball 662 00:59:48,708 --> 00:59:50,165 You said that already 663 00:59:50,291 --> 00:59:55,290 Well, he played offence, and he had a good lay-up technique 664 00:59:55,416 --> 00:59:57,540 No. l mean, his personality? 665 00:59:58,666 --> 01:00:00,915 - His character - He's a good man 666 01:00:01,041 --> 01:00:02,624 What do you mean "good"? 667 01:00:02,750 --> 01:00:05,874 l don't know him that well, but he seems like a nice guy 668 01:00:07,083 --> 01:00:09,874 You worked with him. How was he? 669 01:00:10,000 --> 01:00:12,957 He worked at a desk, and l was just the delivery guy 670 01:00:13,083 --> 01:00:17,040 - So you don't know him very well at all - No, l don't 671 01:00:17,166 --> 01:00:21,999 - Why didn't you say that from the start? - Sorry, sir 672 01:00:37,833 --> 01:00:39,957 Oh, Kaoru. She's back 673 01:00:40,541 --> 01:00:42,290 What is it? 674 01:00:50,125 --> 01:00:52,332 - Are you Fumiko? - Yes 675 01:00:52,458 --> 01:00:57,332 Do you remember me? l'm Mr Hirayama, a friend of your father 676 01:00:59,750 --> 01:01:02,040 Let's have a seat 677 01:01:09,416 --> 01:01:12,415 lt's been a while since l last saw you 678 01:01:12,541 --> 01:01:13,915 lndeed 679 01:01:14,041 --> 01:01:16,707 - How are you? - Fine 680 01:01:16,833 --> 01:01:22,874 - Did my father tell you l was working here? - Yes. l was curious to see how you were doing 681 01:01:23,000 --> 01:01:24,457 Well... 682 01:01:25,791 --> 01:01:28,624 ...l just want to be left alone 683 01:01:28,750 --> 01:01:31,332 No, l'm not here for that 684 01:01:31,458 --> 01:01:34,290 Can we talk somewhere more private? 685 01:01:35,666 --> 01:01:40,415 - What do you want to talk about? - Well, can't we talk somewhere more private? 686 01:01:41,166 --> 01:01:43,374 l can't leave right now 687 01:01:43,500 --> 01:01:47,749 l understand. l'll wait until you finish your shift. ls that okay? 688 01:01:52,208 --> 01:01:54,124 Where's your usual liveliness? 689 01:01:56,708 --> 01:01:58,665 What's up with you? 690 01:02:04,458 --> 01:02:06,165 What is it? 691 01:02:06,291 --> 01:02:10,249 Don't act so familiar. That man's my boss 692 01:02:12,916 --> 01:02:15,790 - Then you can drink all you want - lt's not like that 693 01:02:15,916 --> 01:02:19,207 - Want another one? - Not tonight 694 01:02:19,333 --> 01:02:21,915 Go away. Leave me alone 695 01:02:24,541 --> 01:02:28,332 - Lost your spirit? - Shut up, you idiot! 696 01:02:29,541 --> 01:02:31,249 l'll get you for this 697 01:02:44,166 --> 01:02:45,915 - Welcome! - Welcome! 698 01:03:03,500 --> 01:03:04,957 Thank you 699 01:03:10,541 --> 01:03:15,707 So, do you always wait for him around this time? 700 01:03:16,541 --> 01:03:19,790 Yes. He'll be here soon 701 01:03:21,541 --> 01:03:23,832 We always go home together 702 01:03:23,958 --> 01:03:27,124 He's in a cabaret band, you said? 703 01:03:27,250 --> 01:03:28,707 Yes 704 01:03:29,416 --> 01:03:31,124 He plays piano 705 01:03:32,083 --> 01:03:34,165 He studied at music school 706 01:03:34,291 --> 01:03:39,124 l see. What do you think about your father? 707 01:03:40,375 --> 01:03:42,124 My father? 708 01:03:42,250 --> 01:03:46,207 l feel sorry for him, but he's just so stubborn 709 01:03:46,333 --> 01:03:49,207 - Stubborn? - He's stuck in his ways 710 01:03:50,458 --> 01:03:53,249 - Too much so - Too much so? 711 01:03:54,541 --> 01:03:59,249 He makes no effort to understand. He thinks his way is the only way 712 01:04:00,041 --> 01:04:03,332 Really? ls that what you think? 713 01:04:03,458 --> 01:04:05,249 Yes, it is 714 01:04:05,375 --> 01:04:08,499 Father has to have everything his own way 715 01:04:09,666 --> 01:04:12,332 - l'm sure it's not like that - No, it is 716 01:04:12,458 --> 01:04:15,957 Maybe it's just because he worries about you 717 01:04:17,041 --> 01:04:18,999 Well, he shouldn't worry about me 718 01:04:19,125 --> 01:04:24,082 But he does. What about you? Are you happy? 719 01:04:24,208 --> 01:04:25,790 Me personally? 720 01:04:28,250 --> 01:04:31,999 l'm happy. l don't see myself as unfortunate at all 721 01:04:32,125 --> 01:04:33,540 l see 722 01:04:37,208 --> 01:04:38,457 Welcome! 723 01:04:40,750 --> 01:04:42,749 He's here 724 01:04:59,750 --> 01:05:03,290 - This is... - Pleased to meet you. l'm Naganuma 725 01:05:03,416 --> 01:05:06,249 Hello. How do you do? 726 01:05:09,083 --> 01:05:11,415 lt's getting late. We'll head home 727 01:05:11,541 --> 01:05:14,040 Fine. Thank you for coming 728 01:05:14,958 --> 01:05:16,540 - Bye - Goodbye 729 01:05:21,541 --> 01:05:23,290 Hold on a moment 730 01:05:25,541 --> 01:05:27,582 Here's some spending money 731 01:05:27,708 --> 01:05:30,290 l can't accept this 732 01:05:30,416 --> 01:05:34,457 - lt isn't much - l just can't. l'm sorry 733 01:06:21,625 --> 01:06:23,082 Welcome home 734 01:06:46,250 --> 01:06:47,707 Where were you? 735 01:06:48,541 --> 01:06:50,249 l went to see Mikami's daughter 736 01:06:50,375 --> 01:06:52,665 Oh, Fumiko? How is she? 737 01:06:54,875 --> 01:06:59,332 She's managing somehow, but it's not right... 738 01:07:01,083 --> 01:07:03,165 Did Setsuko stay home today? 739 01:07:03,291 --> 01:07:07,124 Yes. What are we going to do about her? 740 01:07:07,250 --> 01:07:10,207 Leave her alone for a while 741 01:07:11,250 --> 01:07:14,332 Soon she'll realise what she's asking 742 01:07:17,375 --> 01:07:18,957 Are you still up? 743 01:07:19,083 --> 01:07:20,957 Yes, l couldn't sleep 744 01:07:24,916 --> 01:07:26,374 Setsuko! 745 01:07:30,541 --> 01:07:33,374 - Did you...? - What? 746 01:07:34,083 --> 01:07:36,874 Did you sleep with him? 747 01:07:42,375 --> 01:07:46,665 Father, you should have a little more trust in me 748 01:07:46,791 --> 01:07:49,540 He's not that kind of man 749 01:08:00,916 --> 01:08:05,457 Tell her to think it over. Tell her not to go to work 750 01:08:06,250 --> 01:08:08,290 She can even leave herjob 751 01:08:09,041 --> 01:08:11,915 Keep an eye on her and don't let her go out 752 01:08:16,875 --> 01:08:20,082 l will not allow this kind of behaviour... 753 01:08:21,125 --> 01:08:22,374 ...or a wedding 754 01:08:24,333 --> 01:08:25,999 You understand? 755 01:08:27,916 --> 01:08:29,415 Nightgown 756 01:09:11,166 --> 01:09:13,749 - Welcome! - Welcome! 757 01:09:22,125 --> 01:09:25,082 Why were you so quiet the other night? 758 01:09:25,208 --> 01:09:27,415 Do you know how nervous l was, you idiot? 759 01:09:27,541 --> 01:09:29,082 You were sweating like a pig 760 01:09:29,208 --> 01:09:32,457 lt's hot in here. This place needs air-conditioning 761 01:09:33,291 --> 01:09:36,415 - Mr Kondo, what would you like? - A highball with water 762 01:09:36,541 --> 01:09:39,749 - Same as last time? - l can't afford a brand like that 763 01:09:39,875 --> 01:09:43,290 My usual brand. Cheap, not that expensive stuff 764 01:09:43,416 --> 01:09:46,832 - Right? - Right, let the boss treat you to the good stuff 765 01:09:46,958 --> 01:09:50,790 Don't talk rubbish! He won't be back here again, no way 766 01:09:52,125 --> 01:09:53,540 Hey, Kaoru... 767 01:09:55,375 --> 01:09:58,790 How does your father know my boss? 768 01:09:59,625 --> 01:10:01,499 They went to school together 769 01:10:01,625 --> 01:10:03,540 What does he do now? 770 01:10:03,666 --> 01:10:08,082 - He works for a printing company - He came to see my boss yesterday 771 01:10:08,208 --> 01:10:10,332 Really? Did you hear anything? 772 01:10:10,458 --> 01:10:13,624 They were talking, but l wasn't in the room for very long 773 01:10:13,750 --> 01:10:15,790 Sorry to keep you waiting 774 01:10:18,333 --> 01:10:20,749 Now, that tastes good! 775 01:10:20,875 --> 01:10:25,040 lt tastes better when l pay for it myself, even if it is the cheap stuff 776 01:10:25,166 --> 01:10:28,415 Eh? How come l get no peanuts? 777 01:10:29,333 --> 01:10:32,040 - You're much livelier tonight - Of course 778 01:10:32,166 --> 01:10:36,957 Last night was an exception. Where are my peanuts? Don't be so stingy 779 01:10:37,083 --> 01:10:39,415 Don't get pompous, or your boss might come back 780 01:10:39,541 --> 01:10:44,290 Don't scare me like that. He won't come back to a dump like this 781 01:10:44,416 --> 01:10:46,040 Give me my peanuts! 782 01:10:48,833 --> 01:10:50,624 - Welcome! - Welcome! 783 01:10:52,125 --> 01:10:55,415 - Welcome and thank you for the other night - Not at all 784 01:10:57,541 --> 01:10:58,665 Welcome 785 01:10:59,708 --> 01:11:01,749 Oh, you're here again? 786 01:11:03,208 --> 01:11:07,332 - You must be a regular - Yes. Well, no.... 787 01:11:09,250 --> 01:11:11,540 Your father came to see me yesterday 788 01:11:11,666 --> 01:11:17,207 He asked me to give you this since he doesn't know your address 789 01:11:21,791 --> 01:11:24,624 Your father would like to see you. What do you say? 790 01:11:27,791 --> 01:11:29,415 lt's no use meeting 791 01:11:29,541 --> 01:11:31,040 Really? 792 01:11:31,666 --> 01:11:33,665 Well, just think it over 793 01:11:34,458 --> 01:11:35,957 Goodbye 794 01:11:37,083 --> 01:11:38,540 Bye 795 01:11:52,541 --> 01:11:54,665 You can sit down again now 796 01:11:57,208 --> 01:12:00,707 Unbelievable! How did you know he was coming? 797 01:12:06,250 --> 01:12:09,124 That's ruined the taste of my highball 798 01:12:41,750 --> 01:12:43,207 Give me a match 799 01:12:48,958 --> 01:12:51,415 - Ever been to the Luna Bar? - Yeah, last night 800 01:12:51,541 --> 01:12:53,290 Well, be careful... 801 01:12:54,791 --> 01:12:56,457 ...the boss is a patron 802 01:12:57,500 --> 01:12:59,374 - You saw him there? - Yes 803 01:13:14,541 --> 01:13:16,040 Hello? 804 01:13:16,875 --> 01:13:19,457 Miss Sasaki? Put her through 805 01:13:21,041 --> 01:13:25,540 Yukiko? You're back in Tokyo? When did you arrive? 806 01:13:27,791 --> 01:13:31,040 My advice? What about? 807 01:13:34,416 --> 01:13:37,165 l'll come see you on the way home 808 01:13:39,875 --> 01:13:41,832 All right. Bye 809 01:14:15,208 --> 01:14:17,457 You have a visitor, madam 810 01:14:26,666 --> 01:14:29,082 Thank you for coming 811 01:14:29,208 --> 01:14:31,999 - What's going on, then? - Well... 812 01:14:36,416 --> 01:14:41,374 - How's your mother doing? - That's what l want to talk about 813 01:14:41,500 --> 01:14:46,374 - What's the matter? - Well...l can't take any more of it 814 01:14:48,125 --> 01:14:49,457 What's wrong? 815 01:14:51,083 --> 01:14:56,124 Have you had an argument? You can tell me 816 01:14:56,250 --> 01:14:58,915 She's being so unreasonable 817 01:14:59,041 --> 01:15:01,915 That's why l left 818 01:15:02,041 --> 01:15:04,707 Left? l'm not sure what you mean 819 01:15:04,833 --> 01:15:07,832 - l ran away from home - Without telling your mother? 820 01:15:07,958 --> 01:15:09,499 Yes 821 01:15:09,625 --> 01:15:11,707 Well, that's not good, is it? 822 01:15:22,166 --> 01:15:23,665 There you are 823 01:15:31,958 --> 01:15:34,915 What on earth were you arguing about? 824 01:15:35,041 --> 01:15:39,582 Motherjust won't listen to a word l say 825 01:15:39,708 --> 01:15:41,040 About what? 826 01:15:43,250 --> 01:15:47,124 l'll tell you the whole story 827 01:15:47,250 --> 01:15:49,082 Please do 828 01:15:50,375 --> 01:15:51,832 The thing is... 829 01:15:52,833 --> 01:15:54,749 ...l've found a man l love 830 01:15:54,875 --> 01:15:57,290 l see. And? 831 01:15:57,416 --> 01:16:00,624 - Mother doesn't approve of him - Why not? 832 01:16:00,750 --> 01:16:03,540 She always wants things to go her way 833 01:16:03,666 --> 01:16:07,082 But this time, l'm not going to give in 834 01:16:07,208 --> 01:16:09,749 l've made a promise to him 835 01:16:09,875 --> 01:16:11,749 What's this man like? 836 01:16:12,541 --> 01:16:14,915 l've known him for quite a while... 837 01:16:15,041 --> 01:16:19,790 ...but mother's decided she wants me to marry some pharmacist from Osaka 838 01:16:19,916 --> 01:16:23,832 She says he's from a proper family with a lot of money 839 01:16:23,958 --> 01:16:27,624 She insists l marry him. She just tells me to do as she says 840 01:16:27,750 --> 01:16:31,415 She keeps telling me that Osaka is on the way up 841 01:16:32,416 --> 01:16:34,999 Listen, it's not funny 842 01:16:35,125 --> 01:16:38,165 Mother told Matsu to buy me fried bean curd for tomorrow... 843 01:16:38,291 --> 01:16:43,374 ...and she said l should go to Fushimi Shrine to give thanks to lnari the fox god 844 01:16:43,500 --> 01:16:44,999 Did you go? 845 01:16:45,125 --> 01:16:47,790 Why would l? lt's ridiculous 846 01:16:47,916 --> 01:16:49,540 What happened then? 847 01:16:50,375 --> 01:16:55,749 Mother was very angry at me because l rejected such an attractive prospect 848 01:16:55,875 --> 01:17:01,499 She told me l'd receive divine punishment from the fox god 849 01:17:01,625 --> 01:17:06,165 She was absolutely furious, so l left home 850 01:17:06,291 --> 01:17:10,832 - That makes a lot of leftover bean curd - Mother and Matsu are eating it now 851 01:17:10,958 --> 01:17:13,999 l imagine the guests at the inn must be eating it, too! 852 01:17:14,125 --> 01:17:17,290 Really? What a carry-on! 853 01:17:18,416 --> 01:17:22,457 l don't have to do what mother says, do l? 854 01:17:23,666 --> 01:17:26,249 - Not at all - l don't have to listen to her 855 01:17:26,375 --> 01:17:29,290 - Right - lt's my future, isn't it? 856 01:17:29,416 --> 01:17:31,082 That's right 857 01:17:31,208 --> 01:17:35,749 So l guess l can marry the man l love 858 01:17:35,875 --> 01:17:38,624 ls he dependable? 859 01:17:40,250 --> 01:17:43,207 Then you should do it. lt's your responsibility 860 01:17:43,333 --> 01:17:45,165 l know 861 01:17:45,291 --> 01:17:48,582 Forget what your mother's telling you 862 01:17:48,708 --> 01:17:54,499 You really think so? l'm so happy to hear that 863 01:17:55,375 --> 01:17:58,165 lt's not like you to be so confused 864 01:17:58,291 --> 01:18:02,249 l wasn't confused. l've got to make a call 865 01:18:03,166 --> 01:18:07,540 - To whom? - l'm calling your house to tell Setsuko 866 01:18:07,666 --> 01:18:09,332 Why? 867 01:18:09,458 --> 01:18:10,915 Uncle... 868 01:18:12,875 --> 01:18:16,415 That whole story, l made it all up. lt was a trick 869 01:18:16,541 --> 01:18:19,624 - A trick? - Yes, it was all a set-up 870 01:18:23,000 --> 01:18:26,582 l'm going to tell Setsuko that you consent to her marriage 871 01:18:26,708 --> 01:18:28,832 Hey, wait a minute! 872 01:19:54,750 --> 01:19:57,540 Welcome home. l didn't hear you come in 873 01:20:02,541 --> 01:20:06,124 lt's all turned out well, really well 874 01:20:06,250 --> 01:20:09,624 l don't know what l would've done... 875 01:20:09,750 --> 01:20:15,415 ...if Setsuko had done the same as Mikami's daughter. l'm so relieved 876 01:20:15,541 --> 01:20:18,832 You're a very good father. Thank you 877 01:20:19,916 --> 01:20:25,207 - What? - Setsuko is so happy to have your consent 878 01:20:25,833 --> 01:20:28,832 - To what? - To marry Taniguchi 879 01:20:29,833 --> 01:20:31,749 l haven't yet given my consent 880 01:20:31,875 --> 01:20:35,040 But she just got a call from Yukiko 881 01:20:35,166 --> 01:20:37,624 That was her own doing 882 01:20:37,750 --> 01:20:39,499 But... 883 01:20:39,625 --> 01:20:42,790 - l had no say in the matter - l see... 884 01:20:47,541 --> 01:20:51,082 lf that's how you feel, it's good enough 885 01:20:51,208 --> 01:20:54,249 What you mean, "good enough"? 886 01:20:55,375 --> 01:21:00,540 - l mean about Setsuko - l refuse to take responsibility for that 887 01:21:00,666 --> 01:21:05,249 She and Taniguchi will take responsibility. She told you that 888 01:21:07,000 --> 01:21:09,499 - l can't take their word for it - But... 889 01:21:09,625 --> 01:21:15,415 But what? How long have you been conspiring with Taniguchi? 890 01:21:15,541 --> 01:21:17,207 Conspiring, you say? 891 01:21:17,333 --> 01:21:22,165 You have been conspiring! Did you really meet Taniguchi only once? 892 01:21:22,291 --> 01:21:26,415 No, he came over after l met him that night 893 01:21:26,541 --> 01:21:29,624 What? Why didn't you say anything? 894 01:21:29,750 --> 01:21:33,790 Because you've been in a foul mood and Setsuko asked me not to let him meet you 895 01:21:33,916 --> 01:21:38,999 Meeting him once or twice isn't enough. And what about Takanashi? 896 01:21:39,125 --> 01:21:42,082 You'll have to decline his offer 897 01:21:42,208 --> 01:21:44,999 No, l won't do it 898 01:21:45,125 --> 01:21:50,374 You're the one consenting, so you decline. l won't be held responsible for this 899 01:21:50,500 --> 01:21:53,332 Fine, l'll do it 900 01:21:53,458 --> 01:21:58,124 Then do it. l wash my hands of this whole affair 901 01:21:58,250 --> 01:22:01,665 l don't approve, so l won't be present at the wedding either 902 01:22:02,541 --> 01:22:06,249 You have to be there, at least at the wedding 903 01:22:06,375 --> 01:22:08,749 No! l won't go! 904 01:22:09,625 --> 01:22:12,499 l see. Then l won't go either 905 01:22:13,458 --> 01:22:15,749 You can go. You gave your consent 906 01:22:15,875 --> 01:22:18,665 - l won't go - Do as you wish! 907 01:22:20,791 --> 01:22:23,832 l'm sure the two of them will manage fine 908 01:22:25,000 --> 01:22:27,165 How do you mean? 909 01:22:27,291 --> 01:22:29,874 How do you expect me to know? 910 01:22:30,000 --> 01:22:33,540 This just goes to prove how irresponsible you're being 911 01:22:33,666 --> 01:22:36,874 You make all kinds of irresponsible statements 912 01:22:37,750 --> 01:22:42,249 Don't make promises you can't keep. lt's wrong 913 01:22:43,333 --> 01:22:44,999 And what about you? 914 01:22:45,125 --> 01:22:48,124 What? What are you saying? 915 01:22:49,333 --> 01:22:50,499 Enough 916 01:22:52,250 --> 01:22:54,332 - Tell me! - Enough's enough 917 01:22:56,541 --> 01:22:58,915 lf you have something to say, say it! 918 01:23:08,166 --> 01:23:13,332 You always have to have your way in everything 919 01:23:13,458 --> 01:23:14,790 Like what? 920 01:23:14,916 --> 01:23:21,582 As usual, you're being completely inconsistent regarding Setsuko 921 01:23:21,708 --> 01:23:24,165 - lnconsistent? - Yes 922 01:23:24,291 --> 01:23:29,499 You said you wouldn't mind Setsuko having a boyfriend... 923 01:23:29,625 --> 01:23:35,165 ...but now that she has one, you disapprove. Don't you think that's strange? 924 01:23:35,291 --> 01:23:40,749 No, l don't. That's parental love. You call it being inconsistent? 925 01:23:40,875 --> 01:23:42,999 Yes, l call it inconsistent! 926 01:23:46,250 --> 01:23:50,665 lf you really loved her, you would take responsibility 927 01:23:50,791 --> 01:23:52,790 Doing otherwise would be inconsistent 928 01:23:52,916 --> 01:23:56,707 Then everybody's inconsistent, apart from the gods! 929 01:23:59,166 --> 01:24:02,540 The world is full of inconsistencies 930 01:24:02,666 --> 01:24:06,165 And all these inconsistencies are what make up life 931 01:24:07,416 --> 01:24:10,332 And what about you? You're inconsistent, too! 932 01:24:18,625 --> 01:24:20,124 l'm home 933 01:24:23,416 --> 01:24:25,999 - l'm back - Where's your sister? 934 01:24:26,125 --> 01:24:28,707 - Did Setsuko go out? - Yes 935 01:24:28,833 --> 01:24:33,999 - Where to? - She's helping Taniguchi pack for Hiroshima 936 01:24:34,125 --> 01:24:36,124 How did you know he was leaving? 937 01:24:36,250 --> 01:24:40,374 l thought you'd given your consent when Setsuko called 938 01:24:40,500 --> 01:24:43,915 l said she wasn't allowed to go out 939 01:24:44,041 --> 01:24:46,332 Hisako went with her 940 01:24:46,458 --> 01:24:50,040 - But l left early to come home - Why? 941 01:24:50,166 --> 01:24:53,374 l felt like l was in the way 942 01:24:53,500 --> 01:24:59,499 They're not being lovey-dovey or anything, but they're clearly in love 943 01:24:59,625 --> 01:25:03,249 Taniguchi is such a nice man. He's like a big brother 944 01:25:04,083 --> 01:25:09,207 They'll be fine, Father. You shouldn't worry 945 01:25:10,458 --> 01:25:15,540 The train leaves tomorrow at 6:30pm. l'll be there with my sister 946 01:25:47,333 --> 01:25:49,040 Stop that noise! 947 01:25:50,666 --> 01:25:52,124 Turn it off! 948 01:27:08,125 --> 01:27:13,249 - When did you get here? - A while ago. l've been waiting 949 01:27:13,375 --> 01:27:15,540 - You've been here since yesterday? - Yes 950 01:27:15,666 --> 01:27:20,332 - How's the game? - Well...not so good 951 01:27:21,041 --> 01:27:22,499 l see 952 01:27:24,833 --> 01:27:29,374 Your wife came by last night. She told me about your girl's wedding 953 01:27:29,500 --> 01:27:31,249 Congratulations 954 01:27:32,000 --> 01:27:36,540 - My wife came to see you? - She asked me to be the intermediary 955 01:27:36,666 --> 01:27:40,957 - For whom? - For your daughter, at the wedding 956 01:27:41,083 --> 01:27:42,790 Oh, l see 957 01:27:42,916 --> 01:27:46,874 - l was told you didn't approve - Right 958 01:27:47,000 --> 01:27:51,040 - So you're not coming to the wedding? - Right 959 01:27:51,166 --> 01:27:54,999 You don't have to. l'll take care of it 960 01:27:55,916 --> 01:28:00,415 lt's hard to see your girl you've brought up leave home 961 01:28:01,458 --> 01:28:07,624 - That's not it - l heard. But this is the way it's got to be 962 01:28:07,750 --> 01:28:11,332 l'll take good care of it, all right? 963 01:28:11,458 --> 01:28:13,832 l'm still not coming 964 01:28:13,958 --> 01:28:17,415 Then don't. Don't force yourself to be there 965 01:28:19,958 --> 01:28:22,707 - Then it's settled - Right 966 01:28:22,833 --> 01:28:25,665 So that's everything taken care of 967 01:28:25,791 --> 01:28:30,540 Oh, yes, we're planning a school reunion. What do you think? 968 01:28:31,500 --> 01:28:34,582 - About what? - About having a school reunion 969 01:28:36,083 --> 01:28:40,957 Some people are coming to join us at Gamagori 970 01:28:42,291 --> 01:28:45,665 Will you come along? 971 01:28:47,291 --> 01:28:50,415 - Sure - lt's been a long time 972 01:28:50,541 --> 01:28:53,957 l guess l'll go play a quick game. Want to join me? 973 01:28:54,083 --> 01:28:57,624 l'm going to take a breather. l'm tired 974 01:28:57,750 --> 01:28:59,915 All right 975 01:29:03,541 --> 01:29:04,790 See you 976 01:29:11,500 --> 01:29:13,290 - A beer - Yes, sir 977 01:29:38,916 --> 01:29:44,707 Hello? 978 01:29:46,083 --> 01:29:51,332 Hello? Futaba Beauty Parlour? This is the Hirayama residence 979 01:29:51,458 --> 01:29:53,124 Hirayama 980 01:29:53,250 --> 01:29:58,790 Yes, that's right. Can you get there an hour early tomorrow? 981 01:29:58,916 --> 01:30:03,582 That's right. The ceremony starts at 2:00pm sharp 982 01:30:03,708 --> 01:30:07,499 Okay? We're relying on you 983 01:30:13,750 --> 01:30:18,332 l called the beauty parlour. They'll be there on time 984 01:30:18,458 --> 01:30:23,249 Thank you. Come have some celebratory food with us 985 01:30:23,375 --> 01:30:25,124 Thank you, madam 986 01:30:33,541 --> 01:30:37,749 - Father's late. Where is he? - He's probably busy at work 987 01:30:37,875 --> 01:30:43,249 But l told him this morning to come home early... 988 01:30:43,375 --> 01:30:47,124 ...tomorrow is Setsuko's wedding 989 01:30:47,833 --> 01:30:49,957 lt's okay, sister 990 01:30:50,083 --> 01:30:54,832 l don't understand why he won't eat with us tonight 991 01:30:54,958 --> 01:31:00,832 Your father has his concerns, and he's dealing with them his way 992 01:31:00,958 --> 01:31:04,999 He's hired a private investigator to check up on Taniguchi 993 01:31:05,125 --> 01:31:07,082 l saw his report 994 01:31:08,833 --> 01:31:11,540 Aren't you going to eat that? 995 01:31:17,541 --> 01:31:20,374 l wasn't able to do much for you... 996 01:31:20,500 --> 01:31:25,290 ...but tell me if you need anything and l'll send it to you later 997 01:31:26,125 --> 01:31:31,790 l already have enough, Mother. You don't need to send anything 998 01:31:31,916 --> 01:31:34,582 Our new place is going to be fairly small 999 01:31:34,708 --> 01:31:39,207 No matter how small, there's no place like home 1000 01:31:39,333 --> 01:31:43,582 You probably have a lot to take care of. You can go upstairs if you want 1001 01:31:50,666 --> 01:31:53,957 Our visit to Hakone was our last outing as a family 1002 01:31:54,083 --> 01:31:57,290 l'd hoped we'd have more 1003 01:31:58,083 --> 01:32:02,040 We could've had more iffather had wanted to 1004 01:32:02,916 --> 01:32:04,040 Hisako! 1005 01:32:05,166 --> 01:32:08,707 lt's okay, Setsuko. You can get Mr Taniguchi to take you places 1006 01:32:09,541 --> 01:32:12,165 lsn't Miyajima close to where you'll live? 1007 01:32:13,000 --> 01:32:14,415 Maybe 1008 01:32:14,541 --> 01:32:16,165 l'd love to go, too 1009 01:32:17,333 --> 01:32:19,540 You should visit us during the summer 1010 01:32:19,666 --> 01:32:21,915 Really? l'd love that 1011 01:32:24,333 --> 01:32:28,415 - Really, l'll come - Setsuko, you should go now 1012 01:32:32,041 --> 01:32:33,749 Night 1013 01:32:44,000 --> 01:32:47,749 Listen, Mother, l heard Setsuko crying last night 1014 01:32:49,541 --> 01:32:52,582 l woke up in the night... 1015 01:32:52,708 --> 01:32:57,790 ...and when l asked her why she was crying, she just turned off the light 1016 01:32:58,541 --> 01:32:59,790 l see 1017 01:32:59,916 --> 01:33:03,832 lt's father's fault. Why does he dislike Taniguchi? 1018 01:33:03,958 --> 01:33:06,790 There aren't many kind men like him around 1019 01:33:10,791 --> 01:33:12,957 Father's too old-fashioned! 1020 01:33:25,541 --> 01:33:27,207 Welcome home 1021 01:33:35,416 --> 01:33:37,957 Welcome home. We've already had supper 1022 01:34:06,041 --> 01:34:07,290 What's this? 1023 01:34:15,375 --> 01:34:18,082 You're coming to the wedding tomorrow? 1024 01:34:18,958 --> 01:34:23,165 l don't have much of a choice. All our friends are coming especially 1025 01:34:23,291 --> 01:34:24,749 l see 1026 01:34:44,000 --> 01:34:47,540 Setsuko, your father said he'll be there tomorrow 1027 01:34:49,166 --> 01:34:52,332 He's coming to your wedding! 1028 01:34:55,125 --> 01:34:58,082 l'm so happy! 1029 01:34:58,875 --> 01:35:01,415 l knew he would 1030 01:35:03,958 --> 01:35:08,082 Everything's fine now. l'm so happy 1031 01:35:10,083 --> 01:35:12,665 There's no need to cry 1032 01:35:12,791 --> 01:35:16,790 You have a big day ahead of you, so clean up and go to bed 1033 01:35:17,750 --> 01:35:19,540 l'm so happy 1034 01:35:20,916 --> 01:35:23,207 - Mother? - What is it? 1035 01:35:25,875 --> 01:35:27,332 l'm so sorry 1036 01:35:28,208 --> 01:35:31,874 l'm sorry l caused you all this trouble 1037 01:35:32,000 --> 01:35:37,124 lt's fine. All l want is for you to be happy 1038 01:35:37,250 --> 01:35:39,540 Get yourselfsorted out 1039 01:35:56,000 --> 01:35:58,374 Hisako, go and help your sister 1040 01:36:05,125 --> 01:36:07,707 Setsuko is really happy 1041 01:36:11,291 --> 01:36:13,915 We really need you there tomorrow 1042 01:36:31,166 --> 01:36:33,582 Do you want some celebratory food? 1043 01:36:36,958 --> 01:36:38,999 Do you? 1044 01:36:40,291 --> 01:36:43,665 - You're so carefree - How so? 1045 01:36:43,791 --> 01:36:47,290 l never thought she would defy me 1046 01:36:48,333 --> 01:36:49,874 lt's not defiance 1047 01:36:50,000 --> 01:36:53,874 Well...for some reason, l'm not convinced 1048 01:36:55,083 --> 01:36:56,790 Something's not right 1049 01:37:00,000 --> 01:37:02,249 Getting married is a big event in her life... 1050 01:37:02,375 --> 01:37:07,040 ...but she took that decision without discussing it with us first and that troubles me 1051 01:37:08,833 --> 01:37:12,082 We're just concerned for her, that's all 1052 01:37:48,958 --> 01:37:53,249 - The mahjong table has been set up for you - Oh, very good. Shall we play? 1053 01:37:54,125 --> 01:37:56,665 Bring some beer to the next room 1054 01:37:57,583 --> 01:38:00,540 Let's play, then, shall we? Come on 1055 01:38:09,333 --> 01:38:11,290 So this is what happened... 1056 01:38:11,416 --> 01:38:14,915 ...l was the intermediary because his wife asked me 1057 01:38:15,750 --> 01:38:19,082 But Hirayama isn't too keen on the groom 1058 01:38:20,041 --> 01:38:21,915 - Why? - Well... 1059 01:38:22,041 --> 01:38:25,165 lt's hard to find someone suitable for one's daughter 1060 01:38:25,291 --> 01:38:29,582 We spend so much time raising them, only to give them away 1061 01:38:29,708 --> 01:38:31,790 How many children do you have, Sugai? 1062 01:38:33,875 --> 01:38:35,332 None? 1063 01:38:36,541 --> 01:38:39,457 Sugai has loads of kids. Six, isn't it? 1064 01:38:41,083 --> 01:38:43,040 Seven? 1065 01:38:43,833 --> 01:38:45,374 l bet they're all girls 1066 01:38:49,208 --> 01:38:52,207 - Thought so - No question about it 1067 01:38:52,958 --> 01:38:56,374 - So...? - Forget about it 1068 01:38:58,041 --> 01:39:03,040 The thing is, you keep seeing them as children... 1069 01:39:03,166 --> 01:39:05,374 ...then suddenly they're all grown up 1070 01:39:05,500 --> 01:39:06,957 That's right 1071 01:39:07,083 --> 01:39:09,540 That's the way it has to be 1072 01:39:12,333 --> 01:39:15,540 Mikami, sing us that song for old times' sake? 1073 01:39:15,666 --> 01:39:19,874 - Which one? - The one you sang when we went to Kure 1074 01:39:20,000 --> 01:39:21,874 - Oh, not that - Which one? 1075 01:39:22,000 --> 01:39:24,290 - The one based on a poem - l'd like to hear that 1076 01:39:24,416 --> 01:39:27,124 - Go on, Mikami - Go on 1077 01:39:27,250 --> 01:39:30,665 - Come on! - All right, then 1078 01:39:32,208 --> 01:39:34,957 lt's kind ofold-fashioned, though 1079 01:39:37,041 --> 01:39:43,707 This is based on the death poem by the patriot Masatsura Kusunoki 1080 01:39:48,958 --> 01:39:59,124 My father's noble precepts... 1081 01:39:59,250 --> 01:40:09,415 ...are engraved on my heart 1082 01:40:09,541 --> 01:40:17,915 l will faithfully follow my emperor's edict 1083 01:40:19,708 --> 01:40:23,040 lt's pretty long, so carry on drinking while you're listening 1084 01:40:24,583 --> 01:40:34,540 Ten years ofremaining patient... 1085 01:40:34,666 --> 01:40:42,415 ...and now at last our time has come... 1086 01:40:42,541 --> 01:40:56,957 ...to strike a powerful blow forthe emperor's cause and ourstruggle 1087 01:40:57,083 --> 01:41:09,249 To fight and die as men, we swear an oath 1088 01:41:10,541 --> 01:41:16,707 United as one... 1089 01:41:16,833 --> 01:41:24,249 ...we 143 companions ofwar... 1090 01:41:24,375 --> 01:41:33,915 ...are determined to fight until we reach victory 1091 01:41:35,583 --> 01:41:44,332 l know that l shall not be returning... 1092 01:41:44,458 --> 01:41:53,374 ...so, among the names of those who have died by the catalpa bow... 1093 01:41:53,500 --> 01:41:57,790 ...l inscribe my own 1094 01:41:59,291 --> 01:42:12,165 With the tips ofour arrows we engrave ourstory... 1095 01:42:12,291 --> 01:42:19,082 ...as the blades ofour swords shine resplendent in the evening glow 1096 01:42:20,250 --> 01:42:28,332 Against the approaching enemy... 1097 01:42:28,458 --> 01:42:37,915 ...let us walk with the same resolute steps... 1098 01:42:38,041 --> 01:42:44,082 ...and deal the final blow to theirgeneral 1099 01:42:47,291 --> 01:42:49,165 That's enough. l'm stopping there 1100 01:42:49,291 --> 01:42:51,332 lsn't there more? 1101 01:42:51,458 --> 01:42:54,457 - You should go on if there's more - Go on 1102 01:42:54,583 --> 01:42:57,124 l think that's enough for now 1103 01:42:57,250 --> 01:42:59,707 - Go on - That's enough 1104 01:43:02,250 --> 01:43:06,457 - lt's inspiring stuff though - l agree 1105 01:43:09,500 --> 01:43:16,415 Passing amid the verdant hills of Sakurai... 1106 01:43:16,541 --> 01:43:22,790 ...now darkened by the evening gloom... 1107 01:43:22,916 --> 01:43:29,415 ...he tethers his steed beneath a sheltering tree... 1108 01:43:29,541 --> 01:43:35,790 ...and reflects on the fates and tides of time 1109 01:43:35,916 --> 01:43:42,207 Are they tears that dampen his armour sleeve... 1110 01:43:42,333 --> 01:43:48,915 ...or are they drops offalling dew? 1111 01:44:06,541 --> 01:44:09,457 So you met up with your daughter? 1112 01:44:10,916 --> 01:44:14,124 She's coming round to the house soon 1113 01:44:14,250 --> 01:44:16,999 They seem to be managing, so that's good 1114 01:44:21,500 --> 01:44:26,707 lt's difficult raising children, isn't it? 1115 01:44:31,416 --> 01:44:34,582 Eventually, all parents have to let go... 1116 01:44:34,708 --> 01:44:37,332 ...and that's never easy 1117 01:44:40,541 --> 01:44:42,040 That's true 1118 01:44:42,166 --> 01:44:45,749 We must be getting old... 1119 01:44:45,875 --> 01:44:49,040 ...talking about our children at a school reunion 1120 01:44:50,583 --> 01:44:51,874 True 1121 01:44:55,208 --> 01:44:59,082 But we carry the dreams ofour youth with us forever 1122 01:45:44,541 --> 01:45:46,874 - l'm home! - Welcome back 1123 01:45:48,375 --> 01:45:51,707 - Mr Hirayama of Tokyo is here - Really? Where is he? 1124 01:45:51,833 --> 01:45:53,332 ln the back room 1125 01:46:06,083 --> 01:46:07,749 Hello! 1126 01:46:07,875 --> 01:46:09,415 Welcome back 1127 01:46:10,708 --> 01:46:12,499 Welcome to our home 1128 01:46:13,250 --> 01:46:16,374 Thank you for coming to Setsuko's wedding 1129 01:46:16,500 --> 01:46:20,290 lt was my pleasure. Please accept my congratulations 1130 01:46:21,041 --> 01:46:23,665 What brings you to Kyoto? 1131 01:46:23,791 --> 01:46:29,165 Well, after my school reunion in Gamagori, l went on to Osaka 1132 01:46:29,291 --> 01:46:33,165 Oh, l see. Have you taken care of all your affairs? 1133 01:46:35,000 --> 01:46:38,082 Yukiko, what was it again? 1134 01:46:38,208 --> 01:46:41,832 When Setsuko and her husband stopped at our inn... 1135 01:46:41,958 --> 01:46:44,249 - What? - What was the food they liked? 1136 01:46:45,208 --> 01:46:49,040 - The pickled rape blossoms - Yes, they really liked them 1137 01:46:49,166 --> 01:46:51,874 He says, "These taste nice," and she says, "You're right" 1138 01:46:52,000 --> 01:46:54,040 He says, "You like it?" and she says, "Ooh, l do!" 1139 01:46:54,166 --> 01:46:56,415 They're perfect for each other. Aren't they, Yukiko? 1140 01:46:56,541 --> 01:46:58,582 And they stayed in this very room 1141 01:46:59,291 --> 01:47:01,749 Well, thank you for looking after them 1142 01:47:01,875 --> 01:47:05,707 - They were no trouble at all - They only stayed one night 1143 01:47:05,833 --> 01:47:08,249 l invited them to stay longer... 1144 01:47:08,375 --> 01:47:14,332 ...but they just visited some of the sights and left 1145 01:47:14,458 --> 01:47:15,915 Really? 1146 01:47:16,041 --> 01:47:18,457 Mr Taniguchi seems such a kind fellow 1147 01:47:18,583 --> 01:47:22,374 l hope Yukiko can find such a nice husband. Right, Yukiko? 1148 01:47:22,500 --> 01:47:26,582 Absolutely! l would love to find a man like him 1149 01:47:26,708 --> 01:47:29,332 What's not to like about him? 1150 01:47:29,458 --> 01:47:33,790 Well, l've nothing against him personally 1151 01:47:33,916 --> 01:47:38,082 - Excuse me, madam... - What? You need me? Excuse me 1152 01:47:43,208 --> 01:47:45,332 Have some more, Uncle 1153 01:47:57,416 --> 01:48:01,040 l apologise for what l did the other day 1154 01:48:02,416 --> 01:48:05,957 - Sorry? - Don't be angry. Please forgive me 1155 01:48:06,083 --> 01:48:08,040 Oh, you mean the set-up? 1156 01:48:08,166 --> 01:48:13,124 Yes. l'd make a fine actress, don't you think? 1157 01:48:15,041 --> 01:48:17,999 Very convincing. l fell for it hook, line and sinker! 1158 01:48:26,541 --> 01:48:31,749 - Did you make it all up? - l'm sorry? 1159 01:48:31,875 --> 01:48:34,790 You haven't found a man that you want to marry? 1160 01:48:34,916 --> 01:48:39,582 No, l haven't, unfortunately. l can't seem to find anyone 1161 01:48:39,708 --> 01:48:42,874 - Why not? - l just don't have time 1162 01:48:43,958 --> 01:48:48,124 Your mother wants you to get married 1163 01:48:49,083 --> 01:48:52,749 That's what she always says. lt's got to be a habit 1164 01:48:52,875 --> 01:48:54,290 l doubt that 1165 01:48:54,416 --> 01:48:59,332 lt's true. She just likes saying it 1166 01:49:00,416 --> 01:49:02,832 Honestly, though, she doesn't want me to leave 1167 01:49:02,958 --> 01:49:05,915 l don't believe that for a second 1168 01:49:06,041 --> 01:49:11,707 She keeps picking candidates and then finds all kinds of problems with them 1169 01:49:11,833 --> 01:49:16,124 She's like a child playing with building blocks 1170 01:49:16,250 --> 01:49:18,707 ls that what you think? 1171 01:49:18,833 --> 01:49:21,124 lt makes it difficult for me 1172 01:49:21,250 --> 01:49:24,499 lt's time you started thinking seriously about it 1173 01:49:25,750 --> 01:49:29,874 l can't get married and abandon my mother, l'd worry too much 1174 01:49:30,000 --> 01:49:33,915 lf l leave, she'll spend all her days fighting with Matsu... 1175 01:49:34,041 --> 01:49:36,707 ...and she'll ruin this place 1176 01:49:36,833 --> 01:49:38,999 Matsu has the patience of a saint! 1177 01:49:40,541 --> 01:49:44,415 Why couldn't someone marry into your family? 1178 01:49:44,541 --> 01:49:47,915 No man would last long with my mother around 1179 01:49:55,500 --> 01:49:59,665 You shouldn't worry so much about your mother 1180 01:49:59,791 --> 01:50:02,749 Parents devote themselves to their children... 1181 01:50:03,666 --> 01:50:06,915 ...and their children's happiness is all that matters 1182 01:50:07,041 --> 01:50:08,457 You think? 1183 01:50:08,583 --> 01:50:14,707 Of course. You shouldn't keep yourself from marrying because of your mother 1184 01:50:15,458 --> 01:50:18,540 - But that's odd - Why? 1185 01:50:18,666 --> 01:50:22,374 Didn't you once tell me not to get married? 1186 01:50:22,500 --> 01:50:27,290 - Did l? - You said something about gold and brass 1187 01:50:27,416 --> 01:50:30,249 Oh, yes, l did say that 1188 01:50:30,958 --> 01:50:35,707 What you have to do is turn the brass into gold 1189 01:50:35,833 --> 01:50:39,915 Get married, will you? lt's time 1190 01:50:40,916 --> 01:50:44,624 Your advice has completely changed. l'm confused 1191 01:50:44,750 --> 01:50:48,124 Should l or should l not get married? 1192 01:50:48,250 --> 01:50:50,874 lt'd be better if you did 1193 01:50:51,791 --> 01:50:53,457 This isn't a set-up? 1194 01:50:53,583 --> 01:50:57,374 No, l'm not as good an actor as you are 1195 01:50:57,500 --> 01:51:01,540 Think about it, anyway. lf you find a good man, marry him 1196 01:51:02,416 --> 01:51:05,665 lf you find happiness, so will your mother 1197 01:51:09,666 --> 01:51:13,540 - l'll think about it - Think it over carefully 1198 01:51:18,541 --> 01:51:20,707 Always busy! 1199 01:51:20,833 --> 01:51:24,624 - Have guests arrived? - lt's the man from the tax office 1200 01:51:24,750 --> 01:51:26,957 Yukiko, would you deal with it for me? 1201 01:51:27,083 --> 01:51:33,124 Remember that handsome man with the nice neckties? 1202 01:51:33,250 --> 01:51:35,957 He's asked us to bring our family seal 1203 01:51:36,083 --> 01:51:38,999 ls he your newest candidate? 1204 01:51:40,000 --> 01:51:43,290 l would like that 1205 01:51:43,416 --> 01:51:48,957 Enough of that, Mother. Do you know what Setsuko said? 1206 01:51:49,083 --> 01:51:50,374 What? 1207 01:51:50,500 --> 01:51:53,832 She said you didn't look happy at the wedding 1208 01:51:53,958 --> 01:51:56,832 She said you didn't even smile once 1209 01:51:56,958 --> 01:51:59,207 That's what troubled her most 1210 01:51:59,333 --> 01:52:01,832 Really? She told you that? 1211 01:52:02,541 --> 01:52:06,999 Oh, l do feel so sorry for Setsuko 1212 01:52:07,125 --> 01:52:11,832 You should smile in her company. lt's not that difficult! 1213 01:52:11,958 --> 01:52:13,915 Why don't you try it now? 1214 01:52:14,791 --> 01:52:15,957 What? 1215 01:52:16,708 --> 01:52:20,124 Yukiko, what do you think of him leaving for Hiroshima this instant? 1216 01:52:20,250 --> 01:52:25,582 That's a great idea, Mother. Best idea you've had in ages! 1217 01:52:25,708 --> 01:52:27,874 You should go and visit, Uncle 1218 01:52:28,000 --> 01:52:29,540 Hiroshima? 1219 01:52:29,666 --> 01:52:32,540 Yes. Then she'll stop worrying 1220 01:52:32,666 --> 01:52:34,790 Excellent! lt's decided, then 1221 01:52:34,916 --> 01:52:38,249 l can'tjust leave my business 1222 01:52:38,375 --> 01:52:40,249 This is more important than work 1223 01:52:40,375 --> 01:52:43,332 Call Tokyo before he backs out 1224 01:52:43,458 --> 01:52:44,915 l will! 1225 01:52:45,916 --> 01:52:47,832 Hey, wait a minute! Hey! 1226 01:52:47,958 --> 01:52:51,624 - You're so full ofgood ideas, Mother - Sharp as a tack! 1227 01:52:51,750 --> 01:52:53,790 - You are! - Hey, Yukiko! 1228 01:52:53,916 --> 01:52:56,374 - Take him to the phone - Right away! 1229 01:53:11,458 --> 01:53:14,790 Tokyo 45-3136, please 1230 01:53:14,916 --> 01:53:17,582 This is Gion 27-84 1231 01:53:26,541 --> 01:53:28,124 Hello? 1232 01:53:28,250 --> 01:53:30,165 Hello, Auntie! 1233 01:53:30,291 --> 01:53:32,832 How are you? lt's Yukiko 1234 01:53:33,708 --> 01:53:37,540 Uncle is going to Hiroshima to visit Setsuko 1235 01:53:37,666 --> 01:53:40,332 Yes. Yes, that's right 1236 01:53:40,458 --> 01:53:42,415 l'll put him on 1237 01:53:42,541 --> 01:53:46,040 Quick, Uncle. Auntie's on the line 1238 01:53:51,333 --> 01:53:52,790 Here 1239 01:53:56,041 --> 01:53:58,249 Hello? lt's me 1240 01:54:00,000 --> 01:54:03,915 That's right, l'm thinking about it 1241 01:54:04,041 --> 01:54:06,999 So you're really going to Hiroshima? 1242 01:54:07,125 --> 01:54:11,165 l'm so happy. Setsuko will be overjoyed 1243 01:54:11,291 --> 01:54:14,582 Well, l haven't made up my mind yet 1244 01:54:14,708 --> 01:54:18,082 l don't think it's necessary for me to go. lt's a long way 1245 01:54:19,083 --> 01:54:21,999 Why are you laughing? What's so funny? 1246 01:54:23,375 --> 01:54:25,124 That's typical of you! 1247 01:54:26,416 --> 01:54:30,540 l know how l am. Anyway, you should go 1248 01:54:32,333 --> 01:54:33,915 Don't worry 1249 01:54:34,041 --> 01:54:37,290 l'm so happy. So happy 1250 01:54:37,416 --> 01:54:41,540 Setsuko will be so pleased. l'm glad, too 1251 01:54:42,541 --> 01:54:47,707 Listen, this isn't about making you happy. You see... 1252 01:54:47,833 --> 01:54:49,499 l know 1253 01:54:50,208 --> 01:54:52,332 l'm so happy 1254 01:54:53,791 --> 01:54:57,415 Send her my love. Goodbye 1255 01:55:53,958 --> 01:55:55,415 Excuse me 1256 01:56:00,833 --> 01:56:02,999 Send a telegram for me 1257 01:56:07,958 --> 01:56:12,999 'Arriving at Hiroshima 14:18. Stop. Father' 1258 01:56:13,958 --> 01:56:15,832 All right? 1259 01:56:17,083 --> 01:56:20,540 - l'll have it sent from Osaka - Please do 1260 01:57:23,625 --> 01:57:27,832 The End 94902