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A SHOCHIKU FILM

A COLLABORATION OF SHOCHIKU AND KINUYO TANAKA PRODUCTIONS

WEDDING RING

KINUYO TANAKA

TOSHIRO MIFUNE

JUKICHI UNO

KENJI SUSUKIDA. MITSUKO YOSHIKAWA JUNJI MASUDA

EIKO TAKAMATSU HISAKO OTOHA

SHOZO SUZUKI JUN TSUMURA

Produced by KEISUKE KINOSHITA

Lighting by RYOZO TOSHIMA

Sound by HISAO ONO

Production Design by MIKIO MORI

Music by TADASHI KINOSHITA

Edited by YOSHI SUGIHARA

Written, Produced and Directed by KEISUKE KINOSHITA

ATAMI STATION CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

The bus for Ajiro and Ito will be leaving. Passengers, please take your seats.

We're ready.

Hey, wait for me.

That was close.

Doctor, where are you going?

Wherever I go, I see patients. I'm going to Ajiro.

You're always busy.

Just like you. How are you feeling?

I don't get fevers anymore.

Don't work too hard. The air in the bus is not optimum.

Okay.

I’m coming to stamp your tickets.

A ticket to Ajiro, please.

I'm sorry.

I'm so sorry.

Hello.

Is anybody here?

Hello, madam. Welcome.

- Thank you for your help. - Don't worry.

You’re early today.

I took an earlier train and enjoyed a bus ride.

Has it been a week already?

Time flies.

Being a patient isn't easy.

But it's a lot of work for you to come all the way from Tokyo.

Can I ask you to slaughter a young chicken by dinnertime?

Of course.

Please bring a few apples, too.

I'll bring good quality apples.

Thank you.

Nice to run into you again.

Arc you looking for someone?

Yes, I’m looking for the Kuki residence.

That's my house.

- Are you a doctor? - Yes.

I'm assigned to your patient starting today.

Then are you from the Atami Hospital?

Yes. Dr. Suzuki is now in Tokyo. So I'm here in his place.

I see. Thank you for coming all this way.

You must have been wandering for a while.

It's not far from here.

We're here. Please come in.

I’m glad I made it in time.

Arc you going back tonight?

My store in Ginza called me. I need to get back.

We'll be traveling together until Atami.

I usually come here Saturday afternoon and return on the evening train on Sunday.

I've been doing that for two years.

It's part of my routine now, so I don't find it a chore.

A vacation home is nice to visit occasionally.

but recuperating there must be boring.

My husband has always been athletic.

It's hard for him not being able to play sports.

He's given that up and started writing poems lately.

Tanka poems?

Yes, he learned how to write them when he was a soldier.

I wrote some when I was a soldier.

All the soldiers were writing poems.

Every last one of them, every Tom, Dick and Harry.

I wonder if my husband was a Tom or Dick.

Not your husband. He must be good at it.

I try to compliment him all the time.

You just know how to handle him.

I'll compliment yours, so please show me next time.

I’d be embarrassed to show you. Mine always ends as a question.

ATAMI

- Is your train coming soon? - Yes. in about 10 minutes.

Then I'll be taking off.

Please come by my store when you're in Tokyo.

Good-bye.

KUKI JEWELRY STORE

Please visit us again.

Always a feast for the eyes.

Good-bye.

Thank you for coming.

Thank you for your visit.

I'll go check the books

Okay.

Hello.

Oh. hello.

Nice to sec you.

I'm in Tokyo to visit my university.

Thank you for stopping by.

it's very nice to sec you.

Your store was intimidating for me to enter.

I thought you were more courageous.

I'm still naive outside of the hospital

Don't be silly.

Please have a seat.

- Welcome. - Hello.

- Are you going to check the books later? -1 can do it tomorrow.

Then I'm off to the Regional Taxation Bureau.

Please talk to them. I'm sure they'll understand if you explain.

I will. I'll get going.

It must be hard to manage on your own.

There are many details to take care of.

- Am I interrupting? - No, not at all.

I'd love to treat you to dinner. I hope you're not in a hurry.

No, I'm not.

But you always treat me at your vacation home.

But this is the first time I sec you in Tokyo.

Oh. that’s right. Please wait a moment.

My apologies for presuming, but I thought you might like these.

What is it?

I want you to wear them.

What do you think?

Do they suit me?

Riding the bus to Izu on a spring day

Will I miss my white shoes?

By Tom, Dick and Harry."

Right after we got married, he was drafted.

That was it.

He finally returned two years after the war ended.

His father was thrilled at his return and retired to the house in Ajiro.

His father is still energetic.

But he has no intention of coming back to the store.

And my husband fell ill from stress and exhaustion.

So I have to manage it.

His X-rays look fine.

He just has to keep up with his weekly pneumothorax treatments.

But he's not at his best yet.

You’ll have to work hard a bit longer.

I won't be able to relax until I'm an old lady.

can't imagine you as an old lady.

Why is that?

Because you're very beautiful.

Even you know how to compliment a lady.

It’s not a compliment. It’s the truth.

It's medically proven that you get wrinkles as you age.

Can I count on a doctor who has literary talent?

Well, I'm like Mori Ogai.

Fujukyu Masaki is the famous tuberculosis specialist.

But I'm not at that level at all.

Your future is bright once you get a doctorate.

I need to look as good as those shoes.

Shonan Izu Line for Ito is arriving.

Please stay back.

Atami. This is Atami station.

Mr. Ema.

Hello.

caught a glimpse of you. Let's go.

Why aren't you wearing those shoes?

I wore them to Ajiro, but I got blisters.

Were they too small?

Expensive shoes don't stretch like my sneakers.

During one of your visits. I had the measurements taken off your sneakers.

I'll get used to them if I wear them often. But these are more comfortable.

I understand. That’s just like you.

Ouch. Ouch!

How about staying for dinner?

I have patients waiting at the hospital.

Then, we'll do it next time.

Thank you.

My father is bored.

He likes having you here for your company.

He always looks forward to your visits.

Is that right?

He's waiting for you over there.

Okay.

Please take care.

Take a look.

I wrote those.

What do you think?

Let's see.

When I long for my wife who lives far, I think of a camellia...

that has passed its peak and is now named somber.'

"As I lie in my sickbed awaiting nothing in the moonlit night,

I hear the unexpected cry of mountain birds."

Aren't they nice?

I don't think you should be writing poems anymore.

Why?

When I read your poems, I can't help but look beyond the literary quality.

Your poems express a pessimistic view of your life.

Don't joke like that.

I express my true feelings in them.

Just the same as when I talk.

Then how come they're all sad?

Why not try more optimistic poems?

Is that what you think?

Your illness isn't that serious anymore.

I want you to have a bright outlook.

You have an inner strength.

That's right Absolutely.

We've been married for seven years.

Yet we've lived as a couple for only one year.

I can't even give you a kiss.

I'm surprised at how cheerful you arc.

Don't be upset. You somber boy.

Hey, Noriko.

You're looking more beautiful lately.

What?

You always used to wear the same clothes.

You used to come home looking exhausted from work.

You're lively these days.

Is that right?

Is this a new outfit?

Doesn’t it look nice?

It looks great on you.

Don't say "a flower that has passed its peak.”

We have plenty of time together. You need to get healthy.

Thanks.

I can't thank you enough.

The doctor is leaving.

Already?

Noriko, make sure to wash your hands.

Don't you worry about the little things.

I never knew much about doctors, but you have many hobbies.

Yes.

- Are you okay with time? - Yes, perfectly fine.

I'm looking forward to our next talk.

I'll study and be more knowledgeable next time.

See you next time. - Thank you for coming.

He's friendly. What a nice young doctor.

I'm glad we have a nice doctor.

My dear wife, please stay beautiful forever...

My dear wife, please stay beautiful forever...

I heard your blood sedimentation rate is good.

Yes.

Oh. that’s right.

Mr. Ema wants to see your poems. Can I show them to him?

- He'll understand better than you. - You're so rude!

There's no need to rush. He’ll be back in two days.

Mr Ema.

These are my husband s poems.

You came to give me this?

He said you'll understand them better than I do.

I don't know about that.

Please read them. Amateurs want to show off their work.

Then I'll borrow this.

Your hands look so strong.

- My hands? - Yes.

No, they're gentle hands.

They’re not gentle.

Oh, I'm sorry.

Good-bye.

Hello.

It got hot all of a sudden.

We were on our way back, but got sidetracked.

Look at those children jumping into the ocean.

I’m also tempted to jump in.

Why don’t you do that?

may, on my way back.

We have swimming trunks for you. You can leave in those from our house.

Why don't you swim, too?

Let's go swimming.

Are you saying we should join the children?

Don't worry about it. We're allowed to act like children sometimes.

It’s very hot.

This is drenched.

Let's get the patient visit over with quickly.

I wonder what type of swimmer Mr. Ema is.

Why don’t you go swimming?

I don’t want to leave you alone.

Why don’t you swim for me?

No. People will think I'm impatient.

Who cares about that?

You won't be able to go swim or hike in the mountains if you stick with me.

don't want to go.

I don’t want to go without you.

Don't say that.

I feel better if you do whatever you want to do.

'm doing what I want to do.

You shouldn't worry about me.

We haven't had much fun together.

I feel bad for you.

If you keep saying that, I’ll go to the ocean.

I won't be long.

But I won’t swim. I’ll be back soon.

I’ll leave this open for the breeze.

Shall I go get the maid?

I’d rather be alone.

I'll ask her to bring you some fruit.

Mr. Ema.

Mr. Ema.

Mr. Ema!

Mr Ema!

Mr. Ema

You're a good swimmer.

It's been a while. I'm rusty

It must be quite a workout.

I can feel my heart beating fast.

Why don’t you stay here today and go back tomorrow?

But I’m not that far from home.

You can place a call to the hospital.

I guess it's fine since tomorrow is Sunday.

Then it's a plan.

I washed your shirt.

I’ll cook something good tonight.

Don't worry about me.

I want to do it And we can take the train together tomorrow.

Why don't you swim a little more? I’ll get a bath ready

But...

Please go ahead and swim

I envy you for being so healthy

The wind is picking up all of a sudden.

Please be careful out there.

Why are you so quiet?

I don't know, but I feel a bit depressed.

Why don’t you get off tn Atami?

What?

I'm not going to push you if you're not up for it.

But you need some diversion in your life

You spend your life busily working or visiting your sick husband,

I guess my life is similar.

I don't know what’s happening to me.

I’ll get off in Atami

I always pass by Atami since I'm alone.

Will on show me around? - I don: now where to take you.

I’ve never been to the Plum Park.

- It's not the season. - I don't care about the flowers.

I just want to see the place.

Then, let's get off at Kinomiya.

Okay.

Oh. I forgot to put on my ring.

Oh, I forgot to put on my ring.

You mean that diamond ring?

Yes, I took it off before going to bed. I left it by the mirror.

- It’s safe at your house. - I'm not worried about losing it.

It's my wedding ring.

It was during the war, so I thought about delivering it to the government.

But I just couldn't let it go. So I kept it in a safe place

I don't wear it all the time.

But I feel obligated to wear it whenever I go to Ajiro.

When my husband had to recuperate in Ajiro,

I couldn't wait for Saturdays to go sec him.

Maid!

Maid!

Yes, sir?

How many times do I have to call you?

I'm sorry. I couldn’t hear you well.

Then you need to fix the bell.

I will.

It’s been broken for three days now.

I called the electrician.

Don't just call. You need to go sec him.

I will.

Why are you yelling?

You're being quiet again.

The smell of the trees makes me feel melancholy.

know the reason why.

I usually go back to Tokyo on Sunday night or Monday morning.

You're feeling guilty for leaving early.

When you said you wanted to go back with me,

I glanced at your husband's reaction.

I'm sure you noticed it. too.

How do you feel now that you're telling me this?

How do you feel now that you’re telling me this?

What was your true intention in going back with me?

Arc you accusing me?

That's not it.

I can't speak politely to you anymore.

I tried to speak eloquently to you and invited you to Atami.

All I wanted was .

to spook to you.

I was driven by an urge to say something to you

- Please say it then. - I have to ask you.

What do you really feel about me?

I'm sorry It's my fault.

That's not what I want to hear.

You like me, don't you? - Don’t ridicule me.

- I want to hear it. - You tricked me.

You're forcing me to say it.

Why can’t you just say I shouldn't feel that way?

Why can't you just correct me rather than accuse me?

But I like you, too.

Long before you did, and long before I even knew I liked you,

I was attracted to you

But that was unthinkable

wasn't even allowed to think that way

So I refused to recognize my own feelings.

But when you said my hands looked strong and pulled on my hands. I knew.

Since then, my true feelings started to surface at your kindness.

I was thrilled.

No man can remain unmoved when a beautiful woman falls for him.

-1 was a fool. -1 don’t care.

We can’t help how we feel about one another.

Mrs Kuki.

Please get up. People will notice.

Let's head back.

We need to cool our heads.

And if we don't feel anything, that’s fine with me.

There is no reason

for feeling the pain

in my heart tonight.

I want to race

the lightning out in the ocean.

I hear the sea roar

as I recuperate.

How long will this go on

before I lose my mind?

You shouldn't be feeling this way.

You need to rest your mind and be more cheerful.

He easily gets annoyed these days.

It's your fault for not being attentive.

That may be true.

But I've been working here since Mr. Kuki was a child.

He's never yelled at me like he docs now.

That’s because you have a fever.

'll leave you some sleeping pills so you can rest.

Mr. Ema.

do you think Noriko is pretty?

What?

Yes. I think your wife is beautiful.

I know.

I think she's very beautiful.

But she's not as happy as she is beautiful.

How could a beautiful woman like her become my wife?

I wonder about that.

Well, you sound silly.

I only see her once a week.

I'm not allowed to leave this boring town.

I wonder about the other part of her life that I don't know.

I know...

being my wife doesn't bring her much happiness.

My goodness. What happened to you?

You shouldn't take this matter so seriously.

But I feel sorry for her.

She might as well be a widow.

Because you’re wealthy, you can say something so superficial.

You haven't known poverty.

so you're trying to dress up the pain in your heart

However shameful it may appear.

a poor man would embrace his wife with all his heart.

You should sleep with her on her next visit.

That may be more effective than the sleeping pills.

As long as you do it in moderation

Please take care.

Passengers heading to Tokyo,

the train departing at 2:29 will be leaving from Platform 3.

This train will arrive in Atami at 2.16

I need a ticket from Atami to Tokyo.

Got it.

I need to talk to you.

This way please.

I think I should stop visiting your husband.

I read his poems today.

He showed them to me.

He's miserable?

I feel sorry for him.

He told me how he feels about you.

What did he say?

I don't even want to repeat it.

Pitiful is the only word to describe him.

- Is that why you'll stop visiting? - No. that’s not it.

Listening to your husband,

I felt tremendous sympathy for him.

Maybe that’s normal.

But I also felt anger.

With a sick body like that,

he prevents you from enjoying your health.

I acknowledge the lifeblood flowing in you.

There's nothing indecent about that.

What I’m saying is...

He seems to be under the weather. Can you examine him?

Not now.

I cannot continue to treat your husband feeling this way.

I've lost confidence in my ability

to perform pneumothorax treatment on him.

Not only that...

I heard myself talking honestly today when I got on the train.

I wished that your husband would die.

I feared my true feelings. I had to see you.

I’ve been feeling the same way.

I wondered how you felt when you were treating my husband.

As a doctor, you have an obligation to treat his illness.

But you're also human, You have your own feelings.

I wondered how you could separate the two.

If I'm right.

your feeling for me is a passing fever.

How do you fool?

It’s a passing fever.

I love my husband.

- Why did you cry at the Plum Park? - Let’s stop this now,

We're both adults. We know what we can and can't do.

Then I'll follow my feelings.

On your next visit to Ajiro.

why don't you stop at the Minaguchi Inn?

You can take a car from the station.

I'll wait there for you on Sunday night.

Even if you don't come, I'll be there.

Mrs. Kuki.

You’re here?

-1 was waiting for you. -1 worried you might not come.

I wanted to talk with you before going to your house.

He's very sensitive

If you stop coming he'll imagine all sorts of things.

said outrageous things that day before I ran out into the rain.

I want to take back what I said.

I arrived at the hospital right after a tuberculosis patient passed away.

When I entered the patient's room, his young wife started to cry

She pushed her face against the bed frame.

She was crying with her whole body.

Then I noticed her dirty feet.

I couldn't help but cry as well even though I’m not supposed to

I sensed the sadness of our lives from her dirty feet.

That's when I felt a strong desire to cure all my patients.

Do you promise that my husband will be cured?

Yes, I do. You just need to be patient.

I just feel so sorry for him.

I'm a horrible woman.

I owe you on apology, too.

Don’t be silly.

We were both worried about your husband.

If anything is to be blamed, it's our youth.

We can’t go against that.

We came close, but we can still undo what has happened between us.

Thank you.

Hearing you say those words...

gives me strength to continue on the right path.

But don't misunderstand me

was truly in love with you.

When I was a student, all I did was study.

Then I got drafted.

I played with women during the war.

But I didn’t know about true love until recently.

Please don't laugh at me.

But you're my first love.

I’m sorry.

I shouldn’t have acted the way I did.

Your white sneakers made an impression on me

That’s when it started.

Even my husband mentioned the change in my appearance.

I was very surprised to hear that.

He pointed out something I didn't even realize.

was falling for you.

Let's stop now.

Your struggle meant you honestly felt something for me.

Let's get going.

Is Mrs. Kuki not back yet?

saw her leaving the station with the doctor.

They probably stopped somewhere.

But that was at least 30 minutes ago.

I wonder where they went.

Please ask her when she arrives.

It's not often we get pheasants.

She'll get back to you soon. - Thank you very much.

I'm home.

I'm home.

Where are you going, Mr. Kuki?

- Father-in-law. I've just returned. - Okay.

Oh, nice to see you.

Hello.

It's a bit cool today. Very pleasant.

Yes.

I walked by the beach. I didn't see anybody swimming today.

Of course.

Please.

Welcome back.

Where is Michio?

He went out the back door. - What?

He doesn't know I'm here then.

I heard your voice when you entered

I wonder if he went to the beach. He’s in his yukata.

Michio.

Michio!

Michio'

What do you think you're doing?

He's not in serious condition.

But if he comes down with a fever, please call the hospital.

We’ll send a doctor.

Please take care.

Mr. Ema

I'm sorry for what happened.

He wants to sec you.

Good-bye, Mrs. Kuki.

This is for you.

Noriko.

can you call the hospital and apologize to Mr. Ema?

He may not be back yet.

Just place the call.

Hello, hello.

Please connect me with Atami 3633.

It's 3633.

Yes, it's an urgent message.

Yes, our number is 25.

- Does he have a fever? - No.

He doesn't have a fever.

Ask the doctor to come back. I worry about Michio.

I will.

Oh. Noriko.

I want to thank you.

I know it's not easy, but please be patient.

Please don't mention it.

I hope you keep a good relationship with Michio.

Noriko.

I didn't do what I did because I was worried about you and Mr. Ema.

was jealous of your health.

I got angry at myself for being worthless.

That's why...

I wanted the illness to get worse and take my life.

As Mr. Ema and I walked from the station.

we discussed how we can cure your illness.

I started to get emotional.

So we went to the beach.

Mr. Ema is a very nice man with pure intentions.

I trust him to give you a little diversion.

I hope he can take you many places.

And.

this is hypothetical...

but if you and Mr. Ema fall for each other.

I’m fine with it.

Arc you being serious?

That's what I imagine.

You’re lying.

Nothing good comes from hurting yourself like that.

You're just torturing yourself.

I don’t want you to be accepting like that.

I'd rather see you holding onto me no matter what happens.

Maybe I didn't trust you.

That's right.

But what you thought was to be expected.

I was at fault.

I was at fault.

Then..

Nothing happened between us.

Can I trust you from now on?

The only person I love is you.

Hello? Yes.

It'd be great if he could come tonight.

Please stay in bed.

Yes.

Is this the National Hospital?

This is Mrs. Kuki from Ajiro.

Has Dr. Ema returned to the hospital?

What?

Please hold a moment.

He's not back yet.

- Can you go and apologize? - But...

Ask him to come tomorrow if tonight’s not good.

Thank you for waiting.

Can you give him the message that we'll visit him at the hospital?

Yes, thank you.

I'm Mrs. Kuki. I'd like to meet with Dr. Ema.

Oh, yes. Mrs. Kuki.

This is for you.

Dr. Ema left this for you.

Is he not here?

He asked me to give you that and left.

I see.

MRS. KUKI

I'll be waiting for you at the Minaguchi Inn

Ema.

Ema

Thank you for waiting.

We 7/ start chocking the tickets on the Ito line...

heading to Kinomiya, Usami, Ajiro and Ito.

Please have your tickets ready to show the clerk.

One ticket to Ajiro.

MINAGUCHI INN

This way.

Your guest has arrived.

Please come in.

Please sit over here.

sorry I made you come hero.

I regret it.

Have you had dinner?

Don't worry.

Have you eaten?

No, I haven’t. But don't worry about it.

Then let's eat together.

Excuse me.

- Can you bring dinner? - Yes.

Would you like beer with it?

Please go ahead.

Two bottles please.

- The bath is ready. - I'm fine.

Mr. Ema, why don't you go?

I'm fine. We’ll have dinner first.

Right away.

came to apologize to you.

It was my husband's request. He's very sorry for what he's done.

If tonight isn't good for you, he wants you to come tomorrow.

I thought you wanted to get away.

Actually, that's not true.

But I was very angry.

We're trying to keep things clean. But his behavior was unacceptable.

I felt sorry for you and just wanted to give up.

Then I get a phone call from you.

Humans are unpredictable.

We talked about staying on the right path earlier.

But the evening came and I completely lost control

I thought this was the only chance I had

I had butterflies in my stomach. I didn’t know what I was doing.

I came here because I trust you.

I'd rather have you come with doubts.

But I feel ashamed of myself now.

Please.

I’m deeply sorry.

Please forgive my husband and I.

That doesn't matter anymore.

I just want you two to be happy.

You know, I’ve wanted to say this to you for a while.

It's better to go to the mountains for your husband's illness.

Especially since it's going to get hot soon.

Then that's what we'll do.

The hospital director can arrange a room at an alpine sanatorium.

You should go there to spend the last phase of his recovery.

Yes.

Can you mention that to my husband as well?

Yes, I can.

I was worried about not being able to see you.

Since he's in his last phase, I thought Ajiro was fine.

What would you like to do?

Is it the Fujimi Kogen Sanatorium?

That’s right.

It must be a desolate place.

It's in the mountains.

I'll ask the manager to handle the store. I’ll go there with him.

I think that's a good idea

If he doesn't feel lonely, he may recover faster.

That’s true.

Excuse me.

Let's drink to your husband's health.

Thank you.

Would you hear my last wish?

May I please cry on your lap?

I'm sorry.

Please be happy.

sorry.

I want you to be happy.

Good evening.

How about if we sing a song for you?

How about a song for your night in Atami? We can sing anything,

Thank you.

Just sing anything.

Then I’ll sing "The Atami Blues.”

It was completely unexpected

My love from the past

I ran into her and asked to come to Nishikiura

I've had enough.

A dream of the past

I don't want to forget

I want this to last forever

A very emotional place

Near the Yokoiso area

The hazy moon weighs on my mind

4 woman's heart

And the mercy of the hot springs

So many things I cannot say

Atami is a town of hot springs

The fragrance of the springs permeates the town

Atami's flowers are white plums and mountain cherry blossoms

Don't take revenge on the flowers

Cold rain in the mountains

Raining on Kurotake. I wonder if we can pass the mountain path

I never thought much of the ballad singers.

But they can touch your heart.

You must so tired.

Your emotions take over when you're not focused.

I visited this town yesterday

visiting again

My desperate wish is just to fade away in the steam of the hot springs

Why don't we head to your house?

Will you do that?

Let's jump on a good opportunity.

Your face is refreshed after the bath Just like the arrival of spring

In the grove two birds go their separate ways

It was short-lived, but nothing was hurt

Bokusui Wakayama

Atami. Atami.

Thank you.

- Please take care. - Thank you for everything.

I hope you'll get healthy and return soon.

- You stay well, too. - Yes, I will.

- Please write to us. - I look forward to your letters, too.

I'll show you some cheerful poems.

I’m looking forward to them.

Do you remember when we first met on the bus?

Do you remember the conductor?

You were talking to her.

She was hospitalized again this morning.

I'll be taking care of her starting today.

I hope you can cure her.

Yes, I'll work hard, So you stay strong, too.

I’m praying for your strength.

Good-bye.

- Good-bye - Good-bye.

THE END