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TOHO

SETTLEMENT OF LOVE

Producers: Sanezumi Fujimoto and Jin Usami

Sceenplay - Toshirō Ide Based on a novel by Hidemi Kon

Cinematography - Kazuo Yamada

Production Design: Takeo Kita and Kiyoshi Shimizu

Sound - Masanobu Miyazaki Lighting - Choshiro Ishii

Composer - Ikuma Dan Editing - Shuichi Ihara

Starring:

Setsuko Hara

Toshirō Mifune, Shin Saburi

Keiju Kobayashi, Kaoru Yachigusa

Haruo Tanaka, Sachio Sakai, Ichirō Chiba, Murasaki Fujima, Yuriko Hamada

Yoshio Tsuchiya, Sonosuke Sawamura, Akira Tani, Seijirō Onda

Ryohei Uchida, Natsuko Kahara, Yoshie Minami

Toyoji Shiozawa, Michiko Kawa, Keiko Mori, Sumiko Koizumi

Mayumi Shirabato, Yaeko Izumo, Rikie Sanjō, Kiyomi Mizunoya

Directed by Shin Saburi

The deadline was 3 days ago.

Don't drive me into a corner.

Please, could you wait just another week.

I don't care what's convenient for you.

Wait a moment.

Can't you understand?

Fine, then.

Ikeda-san.

We can't settle this without you.

What? Problems again?

You called me yesterday and said you need another week.

Yes, I understand.

We'll figure something out.

Hand me that folder.

The other one.

Yes, it has been 4 days already.

4 days?

You always say such mean things.

Let's postpone the decision for another 4 days. We'll talk when the time is right.

I see.

Well, you really know your stuff.

Excuse me.

The economy is on the rise again since this summer.

Right, things aren't that bad.

Madam...

Is that you, auntie?

Where's your mom?

She went somewhere.

She's out?

Your father is calling on the phone.

Thanks.

Hiroshi?

Right, I see.

Do you remember what day it is?

- October... - October?

Oh, it's my birthday.

How could you forget your own birthday?

No, I've only just remembered myself.

I thought the three of us might go out for dinner.

Or just the two of us.

I like a strut-folding camera.

Why not a 35mm one?

Well...

A folding camera is better suited for beginners.

All right, if you think it's better.

Awesome!

Happy birthday.

You've turned 16 now.

It's been many years since the war ended.

Back then you were still a baby who cried all the time.

Oh, I see mom.

What?

Look, over there.

I'll call her.

- Hiroshi... - Eh?

She's gone already.

Hiroshi.

Let's go pick you a camera.

Father.

A bird carved from wood...

...is chasing after deer.

What a shame...

Mom is stll out somewhere.

Mambo Italiano, hey Mambo...

Put it away.

What?

I'll take a bath.

I'll get it ready.

The two of us were running along the mountain pass, past the hut and to the right of the sea.

He looked around and suddenly fell.

I didn't even understand what happened.

So I kept running.

I alone managed to escape.

Until he suddenly reappeared last night.

- What? - He looked at me with such hatred.

Blood kept dripping from the wound on his shoulder.

I thought he was going to swallow me whole...

Like an elephant.

Then, suddenly, he fell to the ground.

He just fell.

Must've lost consciousness.

I thought "what's wrong with you?"

He turned as white as snow.

All right, it's all clear now.

- Superior Private Ohira. - Yes.

Your hand.

I can manage without the medicine.

- Quit that, it's fine. - Yes, sir.

You'll be sleeping in the hut.

Yes, sir.

May it all end well.

How are you finding the furnishings, Taguchi?

Well...

Nobody is shooting today.

I don't get it.

There have to be soldiers around here.

Yeah.

The planes have stopped flying for some reason.

You can't even hear the cannons any more.

Oh, they're back.

Looks like it's Private 1st Class Togo.

He must've brought loot.

I'm so grateful.

Indeed, Lance Corporal Kihara is a god among thieves.

We wouldn't survive out here without him.

Our good thief.

Don't call him a thief.

Welcome back, Lance Corporal.

You have done so much for us, sir.

- Thank you for your service. - Yes.

Bad news, Sergeant.

What is it?

Here, read this.

This must be some kind of joke.

What does it say?

"Cease fighting! Return to your homeland!"

"Japanese soldiers, the war is over."

"We, the American soldiers, have occupied the Philippines."

"We are your enemies now."

Idiot!

This... this cannot be.

Well, what can you say?

The war is over.

What did you say?

You call yourself Japanese?

Look at yourselves! You've lost all your morale.

I'll go and find out everything.

I'll come with you.

Fine, let's go.

Guys... Guys...

You'll be able to go home.

Me, I'm done for.

Hey, look at me, look...

But I... I...

Ryoji, hey, hold on.

- I'm home. - Welcome back.

Mom, look. Today is my birthday.

I had forgotten, but dad remembered.

I'm home. Sorry for being so late.

I was in Shinjuku and met someone I have not seen in a while.

A childhood friend of mine.

It's been more than 10 years since we last met.

Mom, don't move and look at me.

You have to stay still for 3-5 seconds.

Don't.

Why not?

Stop it.

Weren't you in Ginza today, mom?

I saw you leaving a café.

Right, dad?

Hiroshi...

...would you please go to your room.

Your father and I need to talk.

We can talk later.

No.

I'll go.

Dear...

...our marriage was a mistake.

A mistake?

10 years ago you took me as your wife.

But real love failed to bloom between us.

Why?

Back then you simply felt sorry for me.

Hiroshi and I, we lived in a burned down barrack...

And you merely took pity on us.

How is grandma?

It won't be soon...

She keeps repeating "I want to die... I want to die".

It would be easier on me, too.

I couldn't bear it if things go on like this.

Hiroshi-chan, look what I've got.

Mom, I got this.

- Say "thank you". - Thank you.

Well done.

Do you intend to keep living in this place?

No.

However...

...I have no idea what to do.

Nothing to eat?

Mom!

What's wrong?

Good afternoon.

Welcome.

You've got a guest?

Hey, is it good?

Did you get a treat?

How is that woman doing?

Keeps repeating that she doesn't feel good.

Is she angry at everyone?

Even more than before.

She cannot help it.

And what about work?

I'd have to be standing in front of everyone.

I cannot force myself to do it.

It's the same everywhere these days.

Uncle, read to me.

This?

All right.

"The morning in Ichigaya was full of freshness and greenery..."

"...as if after a long slumber."

"On this day, May 3rd, began an inernational tribunal..."

"...that would judge the leaders of old Japan..."

"...in the name of humankind and civilization."

- Good afternoon. - Hey.

- Hey, bring it over. - Right.

I brought some wheat flour for you.

Thank you very much.

That should be enough for today.

And now come to Takeuchi-san.

I wonder if it's a good thing.

A friend of my husband's came yesterday.

It's Sunday, so the others came as well.

Right.

Must be his school friends?

They served in the Philippines together.

Listen, none of these guys is going to marry you.

Don't get your hopes up, soldiers are unreliable.

Nonsense...

I mean it.

Look after grandma, will you?

Thanks in advance.

Take care.

Mrs. Taguchi, you have a guest.

Welcome.

Oh, hi.

Hey there, uncle!

Oh, it's you, Asako?

Came for a drink again?

All right, I'll come with.

Thank you.

Too bad I can't come to Mrs. Taguchi's tomorrow.

Is she well?

Yes, she and her son both.

That's good.

Meanwhile I have to make a living selling frying pans in a place like this.

But where did you get the frying pans?

A subcontractor of a munitions company that survived after the fire makes them.

They used to sell well, but not anymore.

I'll be out of business soon.

And how are you doing? You're looking pretty good.

What are you selling, uncle?

Silly, he's not a hustler!

He's a student.

A university student?

And how old is Mrs. Taguchi's son?

Six, maybe.

Somebody has to marry her.

Marry her?

Of course. Either you, Kihara or Togo.

It's not ideal, of course, being fancy-free and suddenly becoming a father.

How about setting her up with Sergeant Narasaki?

But Narasaki-san hasn't been married before.

Besides, he must be 35 or 36.

Doesn't he work for a magazine?

A journalist would be just right.

A sure bet.

A man who served in the army in his youth can make it big.

That's absolutely right.

I have also given all my youth to the valiant Japanese army.

And now I have become fully independent.

Welcome.

Must be great studying at university.

Do you go to school?

I want to, but can't.

Uncle, I'll go?

The poor thing dreams of attending school.

Smart kid.

- She was a daughter of a noble family. - Daughter?

Looks like a boy, but she is a girl.

Really?

If we're being serious, I'd say Sergeant Narasaki could make a decent fahter.

It's good that he's calm, but too bad he's absent-minded.

I'm ready to become a father myself if I have to.

However, Taguchi was a painter.

I heard that it was a marriage of great love.

Looking at his wife, I can see how much passion she has.

These days it's no longer considered shameful for a military widow to remarry.

The number of decent men has decreased significantly.

- I'm a fighter pilot! - So am I!

The war ended, Hiroshi-chan.

I'm going for an attack.

- Hiroshi-chan - I'm here.

He came home terribly drunk last night.

Although he quit drinking and smoking when he was looking for a job.

He has been acting very strange lately.

And your husband?

He doesn't drink at all.

Really?

That's wonderful.

How I envy you.

He's back.

Dad is here? Then I'll go.

It's great when everyone's home.

Come and say "Welcome back, dad".

Is he really my dad?

Welcome back. It must be cold.

Hi.

- Did you behave today? - Yes.

Say "Welcome back, dad".

It's no good.

You must aways greet your father.

There's no need.

Don't force him.

I'm sorry for feeding you gruel every day.

I don't need anything fancy.

- I love gruel. - Do you?

Oh, it's fading.

Another power outage?

It's dead now.

What can you do...

- Doesn't matter, we're fine like this. - Yes.

Excuse me...

Coming!

Good evening.

- Is this Mr. Narasaki's home? - Yes.

Excuse me, but who are you?

My last name is Yoshino.

Is your husband...

He's home.

Oh, Narasaki-san?

Yoshino-kun?

I haven't seen you in so long...

- You got a discharge? - Yes.

Yoshino-kun and I served in the Philippines together.

Oh?

Here, come in.

Forgive me for coming in so suddenly and without invitation.

You see, our house was torn down and our fields were destroyed.

They say they're going to build a factory.

We left there and came straight here.

It's no use arguing with Americans once they've made a decision.

That's America for you.

Indeed...

Narasaki-san...

...I keep thinking of all the hardships we went through in the Philippines.

And now you're having a very hard time.

I feel very sorry for you.

That reminds me, Madam...

...I brought you a little something.

There's some rice in here.

Oh, this is...

It's all right, please take it. Please.

Really?

You shouldn't have...

I'm truly grateful.

Thank you.

No, it's me who must thank you.

Truthfully...

I have thought that, maybe, you could help us in some way.

Thank you in advance.

There is no one else I can turn to in Tokyo.

I understand it's shameless of me to be asking you this...

...but it's only until I find myself a job.

I wouldn't want to inconvenience you in any way.

Hiroshi-chan!

Go back to sleep, quickly.

I am begging you, Madam!

But...

There's nowhere to go in the countryside either...

I'm all alone and haven't the slightest idea where to go.

I truly don't know what to do.

You'll be facing the same difficulties here in Tokyo.

Many deliberately try to leave the city during summer and fall.

What do you say?

We aren't even sure what's to become of us in a year.

I know there isn't much rice in here, but I promise I have more.

Indeed, if there ever has been a real comrade in arms...

I remember how we used to wander the Philippine mountains...

...and what a good man he was.

So you agree? Thank God!

What a relief.

- But only until you find a job... - Of course.

You're a lifesaver.

Madam!

...I left my wife and kids at the sation...

PUBLISHING HOUSE

Ah!

Don't you have any interesting topics?

Maybe we could write about the Tokyo slum?

Should we go there?

I would much rather go to a posh Japanese-style home.

- Good morning. - Morning.

- Good morning. - Morning...

Good morning.

What happened?

The train stopped too suddenly.

That can be dangerous.

It's a bad idea.

What is?

A slum report.

- Are you all right? - I'm fine.

Mom, I brought soda.

Really? Good job.

Why don't you share with everyone?

No, no! Tomio, you can't have any!

Tomio-chan, stop, don't cry.

Stop it, everyone!

You're giving me a headache.

They never listen.

I'm sorry.

It's nothing.

What is it with you?

If you went to this village where Kujiki is.

This God could heal you in no time.

A God?

Didn't you know? He can cure any ailment.

You definetely have to bring him there.

Either way, we must do something.

Leave it!

I'm sorry...

...but I really think it woulld be best to have you examined at a hospital.

I'm fine.

He's such an important man.

You have to take good care of your husband.

Well, Madam...

...I have to deliver this to a customer.

You work so much.

We couldn't manage without this side job.

Mom will be gone for a bit, behave yourselves.

Take care.

I suppose I'll be fine in 2 or 3 days.

You mustn't exhaust yourslef.

I might be able to sell this painting for 2-3 thousand yen.

But is it worth it for a price like that?

You know...

...if I were to have a baby right now...

...things would be very difficult.

A baby?

Would you be ready?

- Yes, probably. - I see...

What do you think?

It's probably best to wait...

...considering how tough things are.

You don't mind?

What?

No.

However...

...if we were to be intimate?

It's all right, I don't mind it now.

If a child is unwanted...

...they will end up miserable as well.

- Do you mind waiting for now? - No.

- I'm home! - Welcome back.

Good afternoon.

Hi, Hiroshi met me outside.

Oh...

Come in, please.

- Glad to see you again. - Yes.

I was told about your leg injury.

I called your work. It was so unexpected.

How are you feeling?

I'm fine.

Really?

In fact, I thought you were at the hospital.

I couldn't stay there.

They only gave him a massage a few times, and that was it.

This isn't right.

What if the bone is fractured? It's dangerous.

You need to get it checked out.

I keep telling him that.

My father has a surgeon friend. I could introduce you.

No need.

I will just wait it out.

That won't do.

You are the Narasaki-san from Fukui! It's not like you to back down.

At a time like this it's up to your wife to take initiative.

That's right.

Should I force him to go to a hospital?

- I'll help you. - Please do.

It's settled, then.

- I brought some fruit. - Thanks.

- Shall I unwrap it? - Later.

Shall we?

Please.

Hiroshi-chan, what would you like?

Can I have an ornage?

Hiroshi-chan!

Ah, are they Yoshino's boys? Come here.

Nobu-chan, Tomio-chan, come here.

Their mom has gone out for a bit.

Where did they run off to?

How is Yoshino-san doing, by the way?

Well, he's selling contraband on the black market.

Even we get a share.

You must be having a hard time with him.

It's been a whole year.

He could have found a job already.

I can't push him too hard.

We'll wait a bit longer.

Aren't you the humanist, Narasaki-san.

You're wrong about that.

ABOUT 5,000 ORPHANED CHILDREN IN MANCHURIA FORGOT JAPANESE AND JOINED THE EIGHTH ROUTE ARMY

Aren't you getting discharged today? I envy you.

The doctor says I haven't fully recovered yet.

I'm not leaving because I want to.

I can't allow myself to be selfish and relax.

If only I had the money, everything would be all right.

But I have to work hard to be abe to prolong my life.

That's right.

Would be great if they gave us rations and sent us all home.

But then everyone would start getting lazy.

Oh, where did Hanji-san go?

Hello, everyone.

Is that you, Madam?

It's been a few days.

I've missed you.

You're looking particularly beautiful today.

It must be the kimono...

What are you getting so excited about? Her husband is right here.

Ow-ow-ow...

I'm very proud of you, dear.

What do you mean?

The other day you finally made up your mind and went to a hospital.

Hospital?

Yes.

Ah, you mean that?

They asked me to give this to you at your job.

To be honest, I got a little scared.

It all happened so suddenly.

There hasn't been any progress for a while now.

What does it say?

A termination notice?

So that's what this is...

Fool...

Why did you bring me this?

I came to the hospital to rest!

What a fool!

How long has it been since your last visit? I never received a single word from you.

It's not just Narasaki-san. About half of the employees were dismissed.

I am also one of them.

And you intend to just keep quiet?

Either way, we're under new management now.

I don't know the details, but this company has been a scam from the start.

It's going to be a low-grade erotic magazine from now on.

If that's the case, it's important to try and get a higher severance pay.

We all decided so.

Certainly, I will try to do everything I can for Narasaki-san.

Mori-san, a moment...

Well...

...I'm afraid I wasn't of any help.

Isn't there a union?

There is, but nobody likes a strike.

Especially now, when we're at the height of the crisis.

Well, excuse me...

Could you find some kind of work for me?

For you?

I cannot sit idly by.

Narasaki's leg isn't getting any better.

He should've gone to a hospital a long time ago.

You're right.

Otherwise, it would go on like this forever.

What kind of job do you think would suit you?

It doesn't matter, I'm prepared to do any kind of work.

That's good. I'll try to find something for you.

Thank you.

I'm always asking you for favors, as if you are my younger brother.

Younger brother?

Actually, that makes sense.

Narasaki-san is much older than me, after all.

Things are happening this way...

...just like with Apuleius.

Apuleius?

You keep teasing me.

Actually, Narasaki has always been this way.

You need to stop thinking about what he said.

Everyone endures and keeps working even if they hate the job.

Even you are willing to do anyhting.

But I...

You are very strong.

Everyting will be fine.

I don't want to!

Your father is sick and must quit working.

Unfortunately, it is now mom's turn to do the working.

You'll have to be on your own until I come back.

And you'll be starting school soon.

Besides, your father will be with you, so you won't get bored.

Hey, I'm back.

Is everyone asleep?

Oh, welcome back.

Ah, it's you, Madam.

I'm late.

Excuse me.

Late home again, dear?

Daddy's back, boys.

I'm sorry, Madam.

You've worked so hard for this money, and now you spend it all on booze?

Enough! I earned this money.

Hey, what are you doing?

Is this everything?

Everyting that's left.

You can't do this!

The children are starving and waiting for you.

Oh, shut up...

What are you doing? They're asleep!

- Dear... - I haven't seen my children in so long.

You can take a look at them tomorrow.

Now hurry up and get out of here.

When is our uncle coming back?

Hiroshi-chan, you are such a good boy.

Why do you keep calling him "uncle" instead of "dad"?

But he said I can call him "uncle".

Hiroshi-chan...

...aren't the two of you close?

You like him, don't you?

I don't know.

You don't?

Stop it.

JEAN MARAIS IN: "THE ETERNAL RETURN"

Thank you very much.

- Madam! - Oh...

These days you are expected to say "thank you" to customers.

I still can't get used to it.

I'll take some peanuts, please.

What?

Can you sell it to me?

- Here, that will be ¥70. - Yes.

Please.

A gift for Hiroshi-chan.

At what time do you finish?

At 8, probably.

I'll see you, then.

Narasaki-san must be bored all day.

No.

He entertains himself by cooking.

- Entertains himself? - Yes.

I'm not sure whether he's ready to go back to work.

I honestly doubt it.

It can't be.

Actually, Takeshi once told me...

...that Narasaki-san spent his best days in the war...

...and now he fell into a stupor.

I wonder if war is the only reason...

No matter, I really enjoy working.

Really?

In fact, I'm in no hurry to go home in the evenings.

What a no-good wife you are.

Have you any idea how many people live in that house?

- Welcome. - We are glad to have you.

Ginza has become so beautiful.

Still, all of our homes are much cozier compared to this place.

You are right.

Drinking tea to music, however... in wartime this seemed unimaginable.

Yet it was war that introduced me to Narasaki-san and you.

Indeed.

It's the ony thing about this war that I'm grateful for.

- What? - Nothing.

Gauguin, right?

Yes.

He's the only one whom I can understand perfectly.

Ah, Taguchi-san...

Yes.

Taguchi adored him.

I heard a lot about it in the Philippines.

I enjoyed the way he talked about painting.

Let's see...

The greatest passion...

And virtue...

Exacty.

He used to say it all the time.

- Going home? - Yes.

- Beautiful. - Yes.

Your face.

Silly.

You're a scoundrel for saying such things.

I'm sorry.

GRETA GARBO IN: "TWO-FACED WOMAN"

CLUB "YAE"

Where have you been? Hurry.

Hey, everyone.

A small announcement.

I thank you all for your kindness.

My name is Yaeko.

You've made it big, Takeuchi.

It's imortant to miantain this position.

I've been in your care for two years now.

You worked really hard.

You're a talented man.

I was certain that upon your return to Japan...

...you would find something better than this establishment.

It's an achievement.

Of course it is.

Masyu-kun, let's use this opportunity.

It's nice to get together at a Japanese restaurant sometimes.

Yes.

Takeuchi is a genius.

Nonsense.

I'm a worthess human being.

I do nothing but cause everyone trouble.

Hey, Kihara, how about you?

Me? I'm not ready to go into business yet.

Still not ready?

I'm fine as it is.

I'm a policeman and wouldn't have it any other way.

The most important thing for me right now is to feed my 8 children.

I was lucky to be called up for police work.

Like when you got called up for the army?

Probably.

Currently, Ohira is the only one happy with his position as a journalist.

In many ways, he has been lookig after me.

Not at all.

It was him who helped us find jobs.

He's a great man.

Our whole life consists of falling and getting back on our feet.

You know, there's someone I'd like you to meet.

Who?

You'll be surprised.

- A woman? - And a beautiful one, too.

Wait.

- I'm very proud of her. - Stop.

Make sure to drop by at some ponit.

Enough.

I'm currently in the process of getting everything organized.

I suppose there's a lot of potential here for further expansion in the future.

The Korean War has been doing you a favor, it seems.

REMPEI TAKEUCHI

Pleased to meet you.

- Well, actually, we have met before. - Have we?

Don't you recognize her?

You're like a caterpillar who transformed into a butterfly.

Don't be mean.

Didn't you use to sell frying pans?

Oh, so it was back then?

I'm Asako. Nice to meet you.

Ohira.

Thank you for treating me to peanuts that one time.

It was nothing.

I guess there's nothing else for us to talk about.

I'll go get granny.

Incredible.

She is currently in her first year of high school.

She's terribly smart.

Top of her class, despite being a girl.

Actually, she has always been very smart.

I recognized that, which is why I decided to support her.

You're a terrific guy.

To be honest, I thought that you might get stuck in the black market.

Hey! Looks like your reporter job has turned you mean.

But why did you become a journalist? Thought you wanted to be a lawyer.

And make dirty cash?

Even being a kitchenhand sounds better.

It's not that bad.

Granny is asking you to excuse her.

Again?

I brought her over from the Kyushu backwoods, so she hates meeting with cients.

Granny would much rather be working in the fields, than here.

I have to be the dutiful son and provide for her.

You don't have to be a dutiful son.

But mustn't I show my gratitude?

She is financially secure.

Your bad habits, on the other hand...

You see?

I can't do anything around here without getting scolded.

This is what happens when you're living with an intellectual.

Ohira-san, promise not to get scared?

Please.

Maybe I should have some saké as well?

What is this child saying!

It must be hard on the Madam, having to work every day.

Which is why we should find Narasaki a job as soon as possible.

We will.

However, Katsuko-san is very different from how she was 5 years ago.

I'm surpriesed by her.

I couldn't picture it looking like this on the inside.

This building was completely burnt down.

Stop!

Let me show you around.

This place is nothing special, but there's a dance hall on the 3rd floor.

- Shall we take a look? - Yes.

Have fun.

Anyone else would be angry at him, but I can't bring myself to do it.

Is it because you trust him?

Quite the opposite.

Over here, please.

Oh, Hiroshi-chan?

What are you doing here?

I came to meet mom.

I was offered a new job.

It's a jewelry store called "Milan".

The owner is friends with the manager of our cinema.

- Everything is under control, then? - Yes.

So you've got nothing to complain about?

"Milan" is a large company.

I couln't have done it without your help.

That's not true...

I told you last time that you have become incredibly beautiful.

Are you teasing me?

Not at all.

How silly...

I'm going home.

- Bye. - Bye.

You'll be working at "Milan"...

...and we no longer will have our chance meetings.

Why is that?

Well, it's a jewelry store.

You can't buy caramels or nuts there.

My...

It might be for the best.

What are you trying to say?

Nothing.

Really?

Nothing at all?

It's just that...

...I had the exact same thought right now.

What was it?

It's unfair.

You said so yourself.

I hate to say it, but it's over.

You said something that mustn't be said out loud.

I can also feel myself running out of strength.

We won't see each other again.

And it will be for the best.

You are a good wife.

And you are a good friend.

MY MOM

"My mom..."

Hiroshi really loves you.

We're back!

Hiroshi-chan! Let's go!

Leaving already?

We're leaving.

What do you think...

...perhaps we could build a bath...

...using the money I was paid when I quit the cinema?

What a waste of money.

But you and I could be taking baths at home.

There's a wonderful exhibition happening in town.

Yes.

They have many paintings from abroad.

Only the real masterpieces.

You're doing well, Madam.

Going out every day so well-dressed.

What are you saying...

I hate to admit, but I was born on an overcrowded train.

But you can afford to wear elegant shoes every day.

EXHIBITION OF WESTERN MASTERPIECES OCTOBER 1ST - NOVEMBER 10TH

EXHIBITION OF WESTERN MASTERPIECES

UNEMPLOYEMENT SOLUTIONS

Taro!

I'll show you!

You'll answer for this!

- I didn't mean to! - You won't get away with it!

Why the hell did you break into a teacher's house?

Hiroshi...

Are you his father?

What did he do?

Take a look for yourself.

Hiroshi...

Hiroshi!

Children don't listen to anyone these days.

Dad!

It's getting late.

I'm afraid.

Again?

This rain is never going to end.

You don't regret it, do you?

No.

It's been a while.

Oh...

Welcome.

This is my mother and younger brother.

Nice to meet you.

We're having a family outing today. We just went to see kabuki.

Oh, are you all right?

You look pale.

No, it's nothing.

Oh, how wonderful.

Does it look good?

What's important right now is to let go of all the unnecessary emotions.

You said you have no regrets.

I did.

But Hiroshi...

He will be living with us, of course.

A young dad.

I could be a dad or an older brother.

Why worry about the small things now?

It's cowardly to continue hiding things from Narasaki and isulting him.

I understand.

I must find the courage.

Oh, Mom...

You know, we've got a guest.

It's uncle Takeuchi.

It's great.

Living together is so difficult.

Dad entrusted me with something.

He's very happy.

Wait, where are you going?

I was entrusted with buying saké.

Uncle Yoshino decided to open a pachinko parlor.

Auntie and the kids, they're all moving.

Hurry.

They're all waiting for you.

Goodbye. Take care.

Bye-bye.

What are you saying?

I want to be honest with you.

Katsuko-san said she would speak to you directly.

But she just can't make herself.

I understand.

Enough, leave.

You see, Narasaki-san, our relationship...

There is no such thing as "your relationship"!

Katsuko is my wife.

For now, yes.

What?

Look at that. You finally came.

Pleased to have such a rare visitor.

It's good that you decided to build a bath.

And that Yoshino-san finally moved out.

The three of us finally have enough space for ourselves.

By the way, I went to Yoshino's today.

- Their pachinko is doing well, I hope? - Yes.

- Did you play as well? - Yes.

Good for you.

I went to Yaeko-san's place today.

Together with Asako-san...

...and Ohira-san, all of us.

He showed up at my work today, Ohira...

Oh?

Enough.

What?

It's too hot...

...the bath is.

Yes.

What did Ohira-san want?

Nothing.

He just stopped by.

We couldn't settle down for a long time.

Now, finally, we can live together as a family.

From now on, you won't have to work any longer.

You can stay at home.

You've done enough work.

It's my turn now.

TOP 10 NEWS OF THE YEAR

NORTH KOREAN ARMY CROSSES THE 38TH PARALELL

Every year it's bad news.

About the Golden Pavilion, Atami, the Kyoto station...

Everyhting is burning to a crisp.

It was the same in 1949.

The Shimoyama incident, the Mitaka incident, the Matsukawa derailment.

Hello.

Hello?

Hello.

What?

Mrs. Narasaki has already left.

What?

Yes.

Ah, I see...

Yes, excuse me.

Another.

Finished already?

What is it with you?

It can't be helped.

You are awfully seriuos today, Ohira-san.

Yes, serious.

I have to make a decision.

Mom, where have you been?

I bought you some ice cream.

What are you doing?

We're working on the school newspaper.

Can't you have a break?

- Thank you. - Who will you be voting for, auntie?

During the elections.

- The Socialist Party? - Well...

The Social Democratic Party?

Maybe...

Way to go...

- Here. - Thank you.

We should go see the newspaper office at least once.

I went there when I was in elementary school.

It would be nice to get to know the details.

We should make an arrangement.

If only one of us knew a reporter...

Does anyone know a person like that?

Madam...

Your husband called on the phone just now.

He did? Did something happen?

No, he just said he will be late today.

I see...

Thank you very much.

- I see you're awfully busy. - Yes.

But before I had to stand behind the counter for many hours.

Indeed, and now it's your husband who's working long hours.

Carrying out all sorts of deals hours on end.

That's great.

Come to think of it, he is like Ōishi Kuranosuke.

I bet he spends all these hours at work sitting frozen like a Buddha statue.

Exactly. Like Saigō Takamori.

What are you saying...

My, you have even more birds now.

And more bonsai trees, too.

Unbelievable.

Your husband has such a refined taste.

All mine knows is how to get drunk every night.

Maybe...

Oh no!

What's going on?

Did you see them?

Say, mom...

They flew away.

If only dad was home...

I can see them.

Where?

Ah, I see...

- Look, over there. - Where? Where?

I was going to call you...

I'm sure there's nothing to be worried about now.

Everything is fine.

The world is changing, Narasaki-san.

That's right.

However, some good things are being left behind.

That's how it is.

Narasaki-san, the section chief is calling for you.

Yes. I'm coming.

I'll be goiing.

Wait.

- Here. - Thank you.

Forgive me for coming to you with this kind of request.

It's nothing.

It must be awful to have no job and a sick child on your hands.

Well, take care.

Yes.

Thanks for everything.

No problem.

Looking for something?

Have you seen a handkerchief here?

I haven't.

Where did I drop it?

The section chief is looking for you.

Yes.

You tricked me!

Shame on you!

I didn't expect this from you, Narasaki-san.

- Ouch! - This is what you get!

Shame on you!

Naughty.

Stop!

Mom.

Can you trim my nails?

Just be careful.

You're all grown up now.

I know.

That girl who came today...

...Nakajima-san, she's sweet.

She's great.

Oh?

Very smart.

I could never have grades this good.

Boys shouldn't be losing to girls.

Ouch!

I'm sorry.

It's fine.

Still want me to continue?

Here.

What's wrong?

Nothing.

Still thinking about that bird?

Don't worry. Dad won't be angry.

He's never angry.

He's great.

He really is a wonderful man.

What's wrong?

I'll get your futon out.

Do you think dad will buy me a camera for my birthday this year?

- Do we have an agreement? - No.

But we have negotiated this.

The sooner, the better, I think.

Here, it's been a pleasure.

Likewise.

Please.

What did you think of Narasaki-kun?

As always.

But he's got a strong personality.

Personality alone is not enough to get the job done.

But his is indeed strong.

He does not hesitate to express his opinion.

Oddly enough, I sometimes find that irritating.

He can be difficult to work with sometimes.

He is just your employee.

Perhaps he still hasn't forgotten the war days.

It has been 10 years already.

It's time to let it go.

Here you go, Takeuchi-san.

Thank you.

I brought you some grape juice, Narasaki-san.

Yes, thank you.

Such an important man, but awfully shy.

Excuse me.

That's what's so great about him.

A man has got to be great...

...if he pays no attention to alcohol and women.

And you, dear, could follow his example.

I wish I could object.

But I still feel like an inexperienced boy.

- You're kidding? - No, really.

I'm already 36.

Poverty has made me self-indulgent.

But now I'm considering getting married.

Self-indugent?

I feel sorry for your future wife.

- Will you be cheating on her? - Well...

I'm sure he'll make a fresh start.

If Takeuchi-kun gets married, he'll put an end to everything else.

Please, Narasaki-san, help me out on this.

You're on the women's side, aren't you?

No, sorry.

Men are quick to make deals when it comes to women.

- And now you're married, too. - Yes.

Tada-san, I wish you happiness.

Thank you.

Friends, thank you for your continued support.

And now it's her, too...

What?

Her, too...

Hello.

Who?

Oh, it's you, Madam?

Yes, he's here. One moment.

Narasaki-san, telephone.

I'm at Takeuchi-san's office right now.

He called on me out of nowhere.

He said there was something he wanted to discuss with me.

Perhaps we could all have dinner together?

I can't.

Hello?

Hello?

- Disconnected? - Yes.

Looks like he's very busy today.

Well, then, we'll manage without him.

It's even better if it's just you today.

My, what is this all about?

- We'll discuss everything. - All right.

How many years since I last saw all of this? Ginza...

You've disappointed me again.

Nowadays it's important to look after young employees.

It's necessary for the job, no?

I promise to be more careful from now on.

He's still so young.

It's difficult to change your ways when you're his age.

You already have deep-rooted habits and views.

I'm home.

Hiroshi-chan!

Sorry for being so late.

Where's Hiroshi?

Went to watch TV again?

What can you do...

I haven't been out in so long.

I'm sorry you couldn't make it today.

Would you like to know what Takeuchi-san wanted to discuss?

There was nothing embarrassing in this discussion...

...still, he is a strange man.

Although it's not very nice to call someone strange.

Takeuchi-san wants to get married.

Would you like to know who she is?

It's Asako-san.

You know her, don't you?

She's 21 already. She's a student.

Here's a gift from him.

Here, try it. They're your favorite.

He really drinks a lot.

Doesn't eat anything, but keeps downing one drink after another.

He really wanted me to find out how Asako-san feels about him.

Odd, isn't it?

They're living in the same house like brother and sister.

After living together for so many years...

...it must be difficult to come home one day and propose marriage.

In any case, I wouldn't know much about a young girl's feelings.

If she were a widow...

...she would be content with anyone, even the most dubious option.

But if it were him, I'd feel disconcerted by his words.

Although I must admit...

...he does look younger, and there is nothing vulgar in him.

I'm home.

I lost to Kagami-san.

Is that right?

Is mom back?

Oh, a gift?

Cakes?

You want to see something, dad?

Like this.

That's it.

Tell me something nice?

Uncle is a coward if he can't even tell me that himself.

That is waht makes him so unique.

Maybe.

But uncle...

Plesase, call him "Takeuchi-san" from now on.

Takeuchi-san?

Do I have to?

You'll get used to it.

And that's it?

Have pity on him.

But if this happens, what would become of Yaeko-san?

What?

Will she be helping me put on a wedding gown with a smile on her face?

It's disgusting.

No matter how benefitial to me it could be...

...I do not want to be in a relationship with this man.

Takeuchi-san...

Satisfied?

Well, come in.

Takeuchi-san, could you give me some extra pocket money?

Tagliavini and Tassinari concert tickets are expensive.

Tagliavini?

Don't worry, I wont ask you to come with me.

But why don't you two go together?

It would be rude if he falls asleep in there.

Ohira-san from the newspaper is here to see you.

Please, let him in.

Ah, Ohira-san?

- It's been a while. - Yes.

Hello.

- Glad to see you again. - Yes.

You haven't seen each other in so long?

What? Oh, yes.

I brought what you requested the other day.

Ah, thank you.

I tried to gather as much material as I could.

However, it may not live up to your expectations.

- You're asking too much. - Oh, you...

I'd rather not be working with you anymore, or you'll be getting too fat.

Well, a little extra weight is necessary.

Well, I'll be going.

Going where?

Today I have...

Ohira-san, why are you running away?

- What? - What the hell?

I know perfectly well that you only come here when you're free.

Since we've all gathered here, I have an excellent place in mind.

Takeuchi-san, Yaeko-san will be angry.

What does she have to do with this?

You have plenty of women aside from her.

It doesn't matter.

No.

I cannot marry someone like that.

A straightforward answer.

Uncle...

...truth is, I already have someone I like.

Who is it?

I cannot say.

It's because he doesn't think about me at all.

Look at that, Asako's unrequited love!

So it seems.

Where is that?

The black market.

I'll change it?

Minister of Defense Masuda...

... will be inspecting the self-defense forces in the 3rd federal district.

Hello everyone!

The Ground Self-Defense Force has reched the recruitement target of 180 thousand.

- I'm not too late, am I? - Just in time.

Ohira and Togo will be here shortly.

I doubt that Ohira-san is coming today.

Why is that?

Hiroshi-chan, let's play ping-pong.

What are you up to these days?

In the end...

... I became a police officer again.

For 10 years I've been trying myself at different jobs.

In the end, it seems, I can only be a soldier or a policeman.

So you're saying you spent 10 years to get right back where you started?

Well, you could say so.

Well, it is what it is.

You have my full support.

Mission accomplished, Lance Corporal, sir!

Hey, we've been waiting fo you.

Sorry.

What happened?

Glad to see everyone.

You're late.

Narasaki-san, it's been a while.

Right.

Ohira-san...

Welcome.

Is that Hiroshi-chan?

You're all grown up.

Hiroshi.

He can hardly recognize you.

But Ohira-san used to babysit you a lot when you were little.

How about ping-pong?

Pour me one as well.

Here.

All right.

I wonder where Togo is.

He's been making trouble lately.

Really? And what has he done?

Actually, he commited a crime.

Did he steal something?

Togo...

...came over to my pachinko place.

He looked tense and kept trying to hide his face.

He came to me once.

Said his child was sick.

He must've asked for money, too?

He uses that trick all the time.

In fact, he's not even married.

Did Togo come to you as well?

Yes. He was the youngest of the 7 of us.

He was a nice guy back then.

Didn't you steal back then, too?

Stop saying things like that about others.

This isn't the Philippines!

I'm only saying how it was back then.

They used to call you a god among thieves.

- What? - Isn't that right, Private Takeuchi?

That's right.

Stop this nonsense!

Stop it!

Enough already!

No need to attack me for simply telling the truth.

Hiroshi-chan, you have such a nice dad.

Yeah.

I like him.

Hiroshi, do you like Ohira-san?

Why?

Something tells me that you don't like him very much.

Have you been waitng long?

No.

Work at the newspaper has been dragging, and I got bored.

What did you want to talk about?

I'm planning to leave for a year or two.

Leave where?

Europe, maybe.

When?

I'm not certain yet.

At the newspaper they can just say "gather your things, you're leaving tomorrow".

I'm terribly hungry.

Let's go.

What happened?

Over here.

Time flies, yet you still refuse to be honest with yourslef.

Would you like to leave with me?

Why waste your life on this?

I've told you many times.

Let go of all the unnecessary emotions and forget what society thinks.

I understand that you don't want to hurt him.

If you aren't ready today, we can meet again and have another talk.

But it hurts, and there's nothing I can do about it.

It's just the way he is.

I am ready tonight.

I will definetely tell him.

Tonight?

Yes, tonight.

What's wrong?

No, I am happy.

I'm home.

Welcome back.

Mom, look!

Today is my birthday.

I had forgotten, but dad remembered.

I'm home. Sorry for being so late.

Don't!

Why not?

Stop it!

Weren't you in Ginza today, mom?.

I saw you leaving a café.

Right, dad?

Ohira-san walked me home.

10 years ago you took me as your wife.

But...

...real love failed to bloom between us.

Why?

Back then you simply felt sorry for me.

Hiroshi and I, we lived in a burned down barrack...

And you merely took pity on us.

All these 10 years...

...you were flawless.

But I can't go on like this.

It can't be helped.

It's you or Ohira-san.

What is the meaning of one's life?

I want a fresh start.

I no longer feel ashamed of the mistake I made five years ago.

Say no more.

So you're...

It's not just you who were a bad wife.

I wasn't particularly great myself.

I just pretended to be a good father living a peaceful life.

Why don't we try to pretend once again like nothing happened?

Like nothing happened?

So that's the kind of man you are?

You understood nothing.

Whenever anything happens...

...you suppress all emotions and watch quietly.

With a calm face, you keep on living.

All these 10 years...

...that I've spent with you...

...who was I to you, really?

You forgave me again and again.

What have you done to me?

Ever since that day I felt like you were doing it in retaliation.

Constantly.

I cannot take this anymore.

I could never forgive a thing like that.

Wait!

Where are you going?

I will tell Hiroshi to say his goodbyes.

I won't allow it.

Won't allow it?

Katsuko, please...

Hiroshi!

I'm not going anywhere.

Father!

Hiroshi... Hiroshi...

Are you not my father?

Right? Are you?

I shoud've done this earlier.

- Right, dad? - Right.

Why did you keep it?

Perhaps mom will be back tomorrow?

Perhaps.

Do you want to take a bath?

Yes.

You're just a wimp, dad.

You're right.

You shouldn't have let her go!

You disgust me.

We were both lousy.

But your mother was braver than I am.

I'm just a coward and a loser.

Thanks to your mother I finally felt relief today.

Is that you, Mrs. Taguchi?

It's been so long...

Are you well?

Hiroshi-chan must be all grown up now, yes?

Where are you going?

THE END