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A DAIEI PRESENTATION

Good morning!

- Oh, here you are! - Hello.

Yeah, I can see it. I can see it...

Ouch... That hurt...

Hey, hey! What the hell are you doing?

Hey! Japan has no atomic bombs, you know?

If it's a one-on-one fight, there's no way I'll lose to you guys!

In a situation like this, you should just apologize,

but, instead, you just keep babbling on and on!

Haven't you heard about Ginroku from Ginza?

Hey, pops, don't talk about Japan so much!

- No, but I mean, these guys... - Come on, don't get so worked up.

You caught an easy target.

- Easy target? - What?

- Can you play bowling? - Yeah.

- How about betting a game? - Why?

If you win, you can amend your damage.

Okay!

- Let's go, John. - Okay!

- Hey, pops, move your bike. - Right...

Don't worry, I'll take care of it.

Huh?

Come on, we're the ones feeling the pain in our wallets!

Right from the start, you went and bet 50.000 yen!

Just count on me.

If you bet so miserably, there's no challenge.

I know.

- Hey, who are you betting on? - Katsuya, of course.

- Then, I'll bet on Charlie. - All right. How much?

Okay!

DISOBEDIENCE

Lousy luck!

Good shot!

Produced by: Masaichi Nagata

Planning: Kazuo Tsukaguchi Original Novel: Matsutaro Kawaguchi Screenplay: Katsuya Susaki

Cinematography: Hiroshi Murai Audio: Riichi Watanabe Lighting: Yukio Ito Art Direction: Shigeo Mano

Looks like he's about to lose the 50.000 yen.

Come on, Charlie! You gotta hit 'em to get 'em!

Come on, you can take it! Very easy!

- Last one, we're counting on you! - Katsuya!

Hooray! We won, we won! That's it!

Music: Sei Ikeno

- Damn, he got defeated. - What an idiot.

- Pay me! - Okay!

Damn, I'm out of luck.

- This was bound to happen. Damn it. - We told you.

My dad's check can't be forged easily...

Katsuya!

I've lost out, too, you know! 1.000 yen!

- What the...? - Hey you, I bet this for 100.000 yen.

- This girl? - Sure.

- Okay! - Fine!

- Come on, let's go. - Sure.

No sweat. You can take him!

CAST

Hiroshi Kawaguchi, Hitomi Nozoe Kazuko Ichikawa, Yoko Katsuragi Eiji Funakoshi

Fujio Harumoto, Mantaro Ushio Hiromi Ichida, Katsuhiko Kobayashi Hachiro Misumi

Attaboy, Charlie. Come back, sweets.

Mariko Hara, Reiko Mizuki Kazuko Miyakegawa, Sachiko Seko Michiko Miyato, Kikuko Nishikawa Wakayo Matsumura, Mitsuko Takesato Tsuneko Sudo

I'll take it next time!

That's good!

Tetsuro Takeuchi, Ruriko Kimura Keiko Koyama

Darn it... Oh, no!

Katsuya, you won!

Directed by: Yasuzo Masumura

Hey!

- Hi! - Hello!

- Pops! - Hey.

This is the payment for the smashed beer from earlier.

Ah, this is too much!

I'll take it, then.

It's for you. It's the tax office. Take it.

Yes, yes, this is Ginroku. Huh? Yeah... Well, you know, that's just ridiculous.

What? Yes...

Oops!

I know that… Yeah...

This really makes me feel big.

- Shall we splurge? - Yeah.

Huh? Then, we romantically end our lives together?

Don't be ridiculous!

- Another one. - Hey!

- Don't rush it so much. - This is what you call splurging? No way.

All drinks are 100 yen each? Is the plan to stick around until closing?

You look like you're in a pretty good mood.

I guess I'm a little drunk.

Hey, what were you planning to do if you lost back then?

Would you hand me over to the Americans?

I wasn't even considering losing.

- But what if you had lost? - Guess I'd have no choice.

You're making fun of me. Human rights violation, huh?

If you don't want to be badly treated, then don't hang out with guys like us.

- Go home and get some sleep. - I hate you!

Ugh, she can't handle alcohol.

- Highball. - Yes, sir.

I'm home.

Welcome home, have you eaten?

- I did. - Okay.

I've got some delicious cake, want to try some?

You went on another date with your boyfriend, right? How's it going?

Yeah, it's going really well.

"Really well" is unnecessary.

- Bring him over sometime, I'll check him out. - Oh, no.

- Katsuya, you judge people too much. - You've got to be kidding me!

Try gambling, and you'll understand people better.

Really? Here's a letter from mother. Why don't you read it?

I don't need to read it to know.

"Are you studying seriously?"

"Your father was once a former governor of the prefecture."

"You should hurry up and become like your father…"

She thinks only bureaucrats and politicians are important people.

It's a business for third-rate people.

- So, Katsuya, what class are you? - Me?

I'm fourth-rate.

In the future, I'll probably just be a good, ordinary salaryman.

Your company entrance exam is tomorrow, right? Will you be fine?

Nope, I don't have any connections.

- This is a gift from him, too, right? - That's right.

That's not in very good taste. It's an imitation.

Katsuya, you're jealous, huh?

- Sure I am. - You're so silly.

You'd better watch out. I'll not let you go to some weird guy.

How scary. I'll be careful, don't worry.

To protect our freedom of thought and speech...

To prevent Japan from becoming a police state again...

Join the protest against the Police Duties Law.

Let's go!

To defend Japan's democracy, we must fight against the Police Duties Law!

Fight to the end, and overthrow the reactionary government!

That's right!

The amendment to the Police Duties Law is nothing but...

- Are you leaving? - Yes.

But why are they always so hysterical?

Always talking about struggle and revolution...

But I kind of envy them.

For me, getting a job is a bigger worry than democracy.

Well, they're job hunting, too, in their own way.

How so?

From student activist to labor movement activist,

and, then, a Socialist Party representative...

What a fine career path!

The top students are already secured by elite banks and companies.

Only guys like us, stuck in the middle, are left wandering around.

Hey, Katsuya, how many job interviews have you had now?

- Six. - That's not too bad.

My interview at Hanabishi Trading the day after tomorrow will be my 11th.

Don't worry. There's a record holder with 26 attempts!

My waist is already 95 cm...

- I really need to lose weight. - Here you go.

Neither golf nor hula hoops are working at all.

The day after tomorrow, I'll have this delivered to your store.

You seem like you don't have a care in the world.

As for me, I'm just a mess of struggles.

Business isn't going well, my husband is cheating,

and stock prices keep dropping.

My gray hairs and wrinkles keep growing.

Strange I haven't lost weight from stress.

- Ma'am, there's a call for you. - Excuse me for a moment.

- Hello? - It's me.

- Oh...? - I can't make it tonight.

What? Why not?

I've got a business dinner I can't skip.

- Can't you postpone it until tomorrow? - No way, it's an important client.

I really need to see you tonight.

Please? You really can't?

The industry downturn that has continued since last year has finally hit rock bottom.

All companies are downsizing to cope with this crisis.

Our company had planned to hold a recruitment exam

for new employees today.

However, at yesterday's executive meeting,

it was decided to suspend this year's hiring.

Unfortunately, we must cancel the open recruitment process.

We appreciate your understanding.

Man, it's the same everywhere. No chance.

That's why I avoid third-rate companies.

Can't be helped, Japan's economy is too weak.

I'll go to America and wash dishes.

It's 40 dollars a week, about 16.000 yen.

The USSR is better. They have full employment.

Damn, I wish a Revolution would happen.

If there aren't many customers, close the shop early.

- Yes. - I'll call the master later.

- Have a nice trip. - Oh, that's right...

Take in the dress for Midori from Bonsoir by one inch at the waist.

Here I am! What's the matter?

You're making this hard for me. I have work commitments, too.

Don't ask too much of me.

- Are you angry? - No.

I'm only asking this once. I won't ask again.

- Why? - I'll explain later.

Do you like boxing?

No, not really.

But you were the one who suggested coming here.

You've been unusually excited since earlier.

- I just need some excitement. - Why is that?

- Hey, it seems I'm pregnant. - What?

I'm going to get checked out now. Will you come with me?

That's perfect timing. You're going to take care of it.

We're going to get rid of it. As soon as possible.

- I'm a bit scared. - It'll be fine.

- Will you wait until the surgery is over? - Yeah.

Hey, if we were married, we could have had the child.

It would have been a cute baby. It's our child, after all.

You don't want to have it aborted?

No, it's not that.

- But... - But?

I want to get married soon.

Is something wrong?

You see, I certainly love you...

But I don't plan on marrying you.

- Why? - I don't have a particular reason.

There must be a reason.

I'm busy with work. I can't think about marriage right now.

You don't love me, do you?

- You can think that if you want to. - Is that so?

We're just enjoying our affection, and that's enough, no?

I'm never going to see you again.

Hey!

Here you have.

Why are there so many exams in this world?

From kindergarten to finding a job, it's nothing but exams all day long.

My dad paid 200.000 yen just to get me into elementary school.

500.000 for middle school, 800.000 for high school, and 1.5 million for college.

He spent 3 million yen in donations.

And with a monthly salary of only 13.000 yen… It's not worth it.

My dad's an idiot. If someone gave me 3 million yen right now,

I'd start a smart business.

- Oh, Katsuya, going home already? - Can't keep spending like this every night.

What happened to that foreigner's money?

Tuition fees. It's already in the university vault.

If you want fun, bring an American or something. See ya.

What a killjoy...

- Are you leaving already? - Yes.

Are you feeling okay? It would be better if you rest for another hour.

Take care of yourself.

- I'm home. - Welcome home.

What's wrong? You look pale.

I'm feeling a bit under the weather. I'm dizzy.

How was the job interview?

The recruitment has been canceled.

I see, that's too bad.

It's fine. I'm tough by nature. I'll keep trying until I get in.

Sis, what's going on?

- Go get me a doctor, an obstetrician. - What?

Quickly, quickly...

How is she?

She's been moving around too much.

Come back tomorrow for treatment.

Katsuya… Are you angry?

Who is that guy?

- It's none of your business. - Who is he?!

It doesn't matter who he is. He's no longer important to me.

- Sis, you were dumped, huh? - I'm the one who ended it.

- Who the hell is he? - Leave it alone. I've forgotten everything.

I've cleared my mind now.

- You're lying. - It's the truth.

- Make me some cocoa. - All right, then.

Then, I'll go meet the owner of car number 0531.

Shuichi Ema, assistant manager, Daikyo Securities, Ginza Branch.

- Am I not right? - What will you do if you meet him?

- It depends on how things unfold. - Katsuya...

Don't you dare be violent!

It's fine if I'm just seeing him!

All right, all right, I'll go, yeah.

Assistant manager, this person...

- Show him to the reception room. - Right away.

Hey, get me the oil paperwork.

Sell 3.000 shares at 80 yen, buy them back at 70 yen.

- That's Ota's order, got it? - Yes, sir.

It's you, huh? You must be Katsuya Tosaki.

- What do you want? - You already know why I'm here.

If it's about Akie, it's nothing to do with you.

Hey, stop messing around.

You're a student. Stop acting like a thug.

You got her pregnant and dumped her. You're fine with that?

I didn't dump her.

I refused to marry her, so she had no choice but to leave me.

You should deal with it! Take responsibility like a man!

Responsibility?

You've studied a bit of law, haven't you?

There's no legal responsibility in love.

If you have a complaint, take it to the police or the courts!

- Now, if you'll excuse me. - You bastard!

I'm confident in a fight, too. I'll take you on anytime!

Come back whenever you want.

Oh, sorry for being late. Wow, that's a lot of groceries.

Who's going to eat all this?

They say you get really hungry in the mountains.

In the mountains where?

We're still planning the trip.

Brother, do you know any good places?

You were a mountain climbing fanatic in college, right?

That was a long time ago...

Lately, work keeps me too busy for that.

- Brother? - Huh?

If you keep working all the time, saying you're busy, you'll end up like dad.

What do you mean?

You'll become a workaholic and lose all human kindness.

That's fine!

Seriously, it's a real danger.

Still, dad's a problem, too. Ever since mom passed,

he's been staying over at his mistress's place nonstop.

- That's why I try to scare him. - How?

- I tell him I'll become a delinquent. - Cut it out!

But if you abandon me for your work...

- I could end up a delinquent. - Don't scare me like that!

- Anyway, take care of the luggage. - Yeah.

I'll be back around six. What about you?

- I have business at the main office. - Come home early.

The budget is 1.235 yen per person.

Transportation, 580 yen. Lodging, 200 yen.

- They raised the dorm fee to 220 yen. - Since when?

Didn't you check the notice board?

- Some treasurer you are. - You're late, Kaneko.

How's the plan going?

We're going to the dorm, after all.

I'll explain, 12 km uphill, about 7 km downhill.

- That's too much! - We need to walk that far.

- And with a backpack? - Even empty-handed, it's impossible!

- Highball. - Yes, sir.

I don't know...

It'll be dark before we reach the dorm.

We're climbing the mountain the next day… No way.

Hey, I've got an idea! Leave it to me.

Say, want to go on a drive with us?

No way. It's just girls, right?

- That's why we need you, Katsuya! - As a bodyguard?

We got a car. 5.000 yen for two days, deal?

Too cheap. Make it 20.000, and I'll think about it.

No way. Consider it payback for messing with me.

He's a 6-time bowling champ! A record holder, 279 points!

We have a deal! We're driving to the dorm.

- That busts our budget! - Relax!

It's cheaper than going by train.

Pleasure to meet you, I'm Katsuya Tosaki.

- Is this year's trend sack dresses? - That's old news.

Now, it's side to high points

Before sack dresses, the magnet line, then the H-line.

Before H, it was arrow. Go further back, and it was the A-line.

Why do fashion trends change so fast?

So designers can make a living.

- Who even wears them? - Rich people or fools.

Ordinary people don't wear them at all.

Is there really a trend that no one wears? That's weird.

The world sure is strange!

Hello, mister!

Cheers!

Next year, we'll graduate, and say goodbye to this dorm.

Even after graduation, the future's pitch dark.

There are zero job offers for female college graduates this year.

And therefore, our employment rate is also zero.

I guess there's no way but marriage to make a living.

Yes, marriage is the ultimate job.

Women returning to the home. Quite a reverse course.

For 3 years, we studied history, literature, and sociology, paying high tuition fees...

All of it was wasted. But our goal is...

To catch a man!

- A loving man. - A young and lively one.

A man with earnings.

Catch him and tame him. Hooray for man hunting!

Long live the survival of the fittest!

- Ah, I want to fall in love. - Let's sing!

A love song!

Un, deux, trois...

♪ The young man with dark eyes

♪ Captured my heart

♪ The young man, with both hands outstretched

♪ I gently embrace him to my chest

What's wrong with you?

I drank too much. I'm feeling dizzy.

How beautiful, the pampas grass. It looks just like a lake.

I guess so.

Shall we swim there?

Come with me!

What are you thinking?

I thought we had an agreement...

You went to the mountains to wash away bad feelings.

It's becoming clearer and clearer now.

I have to get angry when there's something to be angry about.

- You're persistent. - I'm not persistent, I'm just honest.

Are you saying I'm not honest?

You're not. Sis, deep down, you still can't forget about him, right?

- You're dying to see him, aren't you? - That's not true.

I'm planning to live alone for the rest of my life.

- Even if you become a hunched old lady? - That's right.

I still have some fun things to do.

I'll open a small boutique in a suburban neighborhood.

The master is going to lend me the money.

Hey, Katsuya, my designs are something special.

I'll dress up the young girls in chic dresses.

I'll make a flower bed in the garden and fill it with roses.

Stop with these weird fairy tales. It's creepy!

Sis, if you want to meet that guy, why not go see him?

Go hug him and give him a kiss.

If you're mad, scratch his face up.

You can't do that.

That's why he dumped you. You have a pathetic mindset.

- You were dumped like a dog. - Katsuya!

I'll do it. I'll do what I want to do.

He said he has no legal responsibility.

I'll make it clear whether he does or not.

I'll enjoy seeing his tearful face.

Hey!

She wants to talk to you.

What is it?

Why did you do something like that?

I don't really understand either.

- You were just playing with me. - That's not it.

- Then, what was that? - I don't know.

You're irresponsible.

Do you think I should take responsibility?

- It's not that. - What is it, then?

Should I just say that I love you?

I like you. I really like you.

- I love you, that's why... - Stop joking around.

No, I'm being serious. I mean it.

That's not enough.

What should I do, then?

I hated you. I wanted to kill you.

I thought about killing you, and then killing myself.

You're joking, aren't you?

It was my fault, I admit it. I'll apologize.

Apologizing won't change anything.

But you're not the only one at fault.

I think I have a part in this, too.

You're being vague.

In other words, what is it? Why don't you say it clearly?

I like you, too. I want to love you.

That's ridiculous.

I'm just a guy with bowling as my only talent.

It doesn't matter to me. I've made up my mind.

How about meeting tomorrow, on Sunday?

Sure, I can't say no to you.

Then, kiss me.

Welcome back.

- I'm home. - Have you eaten?

What? I already did.

- I'd love a cup of coffee. - You reek of alcohol.

Brother, you've been coming home drunk every night.

I can't help it. In Japan, business deals always come with banquets.

You need a strong stomach to handle it. At this rate, I'll have an ulcer soon.

- Hey, brother... - Huh? Yeah?

- Why don't you get married soon? - Why do you ask?

If you had a wife, you'd come home early, right?

- It'd be good for your health. - You seem energetic tonight.

You were looking pale and sick the last few days.

Is that so?

- Hey, brother... - Huh?

- Have you ever been in love? - Huh?

- Well, I can't say I haven't. - What about now?

Work's been so busy, I haven't had the chance.

That's not the way it should be. You can't just be happy with work.

I want to see you have a wonderful love and a wonderful marriage.

- Kaneko. - What?

Are you in love?

Do I look like I am?

You're acting all excited.

Good night.

- How was it? Interesting? - I yawned the whole time.

What are you even interested in?

Sports and dancing. I like moving my body.

Don't you read books?

I read weekly magazines and sports newspapers.

I just skim through them and toss them on the train.

But you're in the economics department at university. Isn't studying tough?

I'll do just enough to pass.

If I don't graduate, I won't be able to get a job.

But what they teach at university is useless in the real world.

Is that so?

Same with women's colleges. They're just glorified bride schools.

Why not just quit and learn typing instead?

After all, the goal in life is figuring out how to make a living.

I study that diligently every day.

- Where? - On Oyafuko Street.

Unfilial Children's Street?

- You idiot. - Be careful!

Why is this place called Unfilial Children's Street?

Bars, cabarets, pubs, nightclubs.

Delinquent students like me wander around here, making their parents cry.

- Katsuya! - Hey! Is business good?

- Welcome. - Hey, Katsuya!

We've been waiting forever.

Found us a good mark, a Pan Am employee.

He came to Tokyo a couple of days ago.

He's loaded with green dollars. If we play it right, he'll be easy to milk.

Not happening. I've got plans tonight.

- Damn it. - Hey, lend me five bills.

- Five? - Come on!

I'll squeeze that Pan Am guy dry tomorrow.

Hurry up and hand it over.

Hey, where are you from? Mejiro, right? I'm from Rissei.

No, that's not right. You're from Ueno, aren't you? You paint, don't you?

- Hey, sorry, sorry. - What the hell, you bastard?

What's your problem, idiot? You're a nobody!

Damn you, bastard!

- Yo! - Hey!

- What's up? - Hey, Katsuya!

- Hey, hey. - Hey, man!

- Hello. - Good evening.

Rough-looking crowd. Are they all your friends?

Yeah, a bunch of lowlifes.

But that's what's fun. No pretenses, no masks, all real.

- Hey! - Hello, welcome.

- What'll you have? - On the rocks.

- I'll have one, too, a Gin Fizz. - Sure.

Anyway, today, it's all about choosing sides, right or left.

Whether you like it or not, you have to pick one.

Sitting on the fence isn't an option.

Become America's servant or the Soviet Union's slave, huh?

Cheer for the Liberal Democrats or root for the Socialists?

Go on strike or sell out to the company union?

And once the sides are set, next comes the fight, the brawl.

From Parliament down to married couples,

politicians, workers, cops,

salarymen, housewives...

Everyone in Japan is fighting from morning till night, locked in endless struggle.

- It's the era of conflict. - A violent Japan, huh?

Sounds good. Ready to throw punches?

Let's do it!

- They look like they're having fun. - Not really.

In a few years, we'll all be salarymen.

No money, no time, no freedom.

Might as well enjoy it now.

By then, we'll be sick of bar-hopping, anyway.

Good evening.

Oh, Kaneko. You should be careful with this guy.

- Why? - He's violent, selfish,

stingy, egotistical, and cruel...

- What else? - Rude and sneaky, too.

So, basically, I'm just manly.

Exactly! That's why I like you… Unfortunately.

Kaneko, be careful.

- Hey, what is he saying? - He says Japanese women are wonderful.

That's right! Even steak here beats anything from abroad.

The meat is just better!

Japan is number one, no doubt!

Boss, shall we wrap up and head to Asakusa for some more fun?

No, let's call it a night. I have to be up at five.

- I'll be doing this, you know? - Golf, huh?

It's a much healthier way to entertain clients than mahjong or fancy lounges.

Without little pleasures like that, being a salaryman would be unbearable.

- Right? - Long time no see.

You've been avoiding me for a while.

Just been busy. TV, movies, radio… I barely have time to sleep.

At this rate, it's gonna kill me…

You must've saved up a lot. I've got my eye on something.

No way, it all goes to taxes.

We're basically working for the tax office.

Maybe when we die, they'll at least pay for our tombstones.

Nightclubs sure are fun!

Not really. Scratch the surface, and it's all about money.

The clients are either foreigners, corporate big shots, or stars.

The show, the band… It's all just a setup to squeeze cash out of people.

It's a miserable business.

Let's dance.

- You're not bad. - No, I'm too stiff.

It's fine. You could show off anywhere.

But I only dance once in a while.

That's a lie. Who's your partner?

My brother or his friends. But only sometimes.

- Hey. - What is it?

- You're much more interesting than I thought. - Is that so?

- I'm glad I made up my mind. - About what?

- About loving you. - Don't blame me if you regret it.

I won't.

I had a wonderful time tonight.

I'm glad you liked it.

When can we meet again? Tomorrow?

Tomorrow is no good. Gotta make some money.

Then, the day after.

- Okay. Good night. - Wait...

Good night. See you the day after tomorrow.

- I'm home. - Welcome home.

Ah, I'm tired.

- Katsuya. - What's up?

- You're secretive. - About what?

- I saw you. - So what?

She's adorable. You looked like you were having a great time.

- Are you jealous? - Don't be ridiculous!

- Introduce me next time. - Better not!

Why is that?

That girl… Her surname is Ema. Kaneko Ema.

- Ema? - Right, she's Shuichi Ema's sister.

Was that just a coincidence? Did you meet her by chance?

No. To be honest, I approached her on purpose.

- What are you planning, Katsuya? - No idea. I'm too tired for this.

Katsuya!

Get off me!

If you really want to know, I'll tell you.

I want to get back at Shuichi Ema.

I'm going to do to his sister exactly what he did to you.

He seems to care about her a lot.

He'll lose his mind over it. He will be furious.

Katsuya, if you do that, I will never forgive you.

- Never forgive me? - That's right.

- Then, why did you forgive Ema? - I didn't.

Don't lie to me! You don't understand how I feel.

I know I'm a bad guy.

I gamble, I mess around with women.

But when I come home,

seeing your face makes me forget all that and snap back to reality.

Why is that?

Because I don't want to make you worry.

Sis, you're a good person.

More than anyone, you deserve to be happy.

But that bastard ruined everything.

I can't stand it!

But his sister isn't to blame.

I know that. I know, but I'm still doing it.

Even if you try to stop me, it's useless. I won't listen!

Kaneko!

You have a visitor.

Uh, are you related to Katsuya?

He's my brother. Nice to meet you.

I'm Ema. Nice to meet you, too!

I heard about you from my brother last night.

And I just had to meet you.

It must have been quite a surprise.

Not at all. I could tell right away you were his sister.

Your eyes are so kind, just like Katsuya's.

But my brother is quite the troublemaker.

Still, he's very honest, and I like him for that.

He's too honest sometimes, and it makes him lose his temper.

I never know what he might do next, and it always makes me cry.

Even though I look like this, I'm very stubborn.

I never lose.

As for Katsuya, he will be stuck with a woman like me for life.

For life?

Yes, if possible, I plan to marry him.

How enviable you two are.

Young, strong, and you seem to have no fear at all.

Ah, what a hassle that Pan American guy was.

Such a drag. He made me wait for three hours, but he did pay. Here!

- To top it off, he paid in yen. - I'm paying you back, pops.

Thanks!

- Is the car here? - Yeah.

The Skyline's ready and waiting outside.

Tonight, we're off to Hakone!

- We'll make some money. - Yeah.

- Pops, is the bento ready? - Yeah, it's ready.

And two bottles of sake.

The inn's sake is too watered down for my taste.

- Kaneko is running late. - She's probably getting all dolled up.

- Ah, I'm so glad! - About what?

I had a scary dream last night. A really scary dream.

You were trying to kill me.

But you were the one who wanted to kill me.

That was in the past. It was just a dream, anyway...

Get in!

- Where are the others? - Still at Ginroku, making a fuss.

- That's bad. - They're not the type to get duped and cry.

They won't have any trouble finding a place to crash. Where should we go?

But...

Tonight, I'll go wherever you want to. Where to?

- Let's go up to the mountains. - Mountains? Which mountains?

Our mountain.

Straight ahead.

Hold me tighter...

- I want to sleep like this. - Stop joking around!

You'll freeze.

Wouldn't you want to die with me?

- No way. - Why not?

I want to live a long life.

- Together with me? - If possible.

- I'll surely be a wonderful wife. - I'm not so sure.

I'm sure I will. Hold me...

Is there something wrong?

No, it's nothing.

- You don't need to come anymore. - Oh...

- It's been a long time. - Yes.

What is your name?

Yoshiko Ishikawa.

- How old are you? - Nineteen.

- Are you married? - Yes.

The only ones left are second-rate ones. Starting salary is 8.000 yen.

Guess we'll be repeating the year.

- Maybe I should join a chorus. - Why?

Look at the "Dark Ducks". If it works, I'll be a TV star.

Long live the mass media!

Some people hit home runs and make 20 million yen.

But here we are, with no talent. It's really a tragedy.

We can only blame our parents.

What's a famous Japanese thing? It's four characters.

Mount Fuji and Geisha...

Typhoon, flooding, bad food, waiting, poverty.

There are plenty of them.

Eastern Trading Company, please.

- The tuition fees were paid, right? - They were.

- Let's see, what was the name again? - Eastern Trading Company.

Check the notice carefully. That company made their hires yesterday.

Damn, isn't there any other new job opening?

Most of them have been filled.

There is an office position at a taxi company.

What's the big news?

Can't you guess?

I really don't.

Apparently, I'm pregnant.

Really?

It's been two months.

I see...

But, you know, when the doctor told me that I was definitely pregnant,

I was so happy.

It made me feel like a woman.

Does your family know?

No, no one... There's no way I can say it.

Our relationship started because of that, right?

I never got the chance to say it, so they don't even know we're together.

Hey, what shall we do?

- It's a good opportunity, no? - What is?

Introduce me to your brother.

Now, we can't hide our relationship anymore.

Let's admit it openly, and then we'll go from there.

- Hey. - Yes, sir?

Japan Trading, 5.000 shares. Sell them at 138 yen each.

Did you come to ask for pocket money again?

I have something important to discuss, brother.

You're overreacting.

It's something that could affect the rest of my life.

Huh? What is it?

- I want to marry someone. - Huh? That's surprising.

- Will you meet him? - Of course.

I'll take a look at him, but what kind of guy is he?

- He's still a student. - A student?

That's right.

So, the marriage is a couple of years away. But I want your approval.

He's not a genius, nor handsome, nor from a wealthy family,

but he's a reliable person.

I see... Yes?

- A representative from Toa Bank is here. - Ah, I'll be right there.

All right, let's meet this reliable person. Where should we meet?

Our house is fine. I've invited him for dinner.

- You're quite well-prepared. - I'll make a nice meal. Hurry back.

I knew something was strange lately.

Two large vehicles? Yes, understood.

Hey! That's no way to handle a call.

Got it? When you receive an order from a customer,

always say "thank you" while talking to him,

and bow your head. Understand?!

Without that kind of mindset, our business won't thrive.

Yes, sir.

These days, people are quick to talk about wages and disputes,

but they don't value business at all.

They don't realize that if the company goes under, they won't have a job.

So, about that offer, are you unhappy with a 12.000 yen monthly salary?

- No. - I see.

Then, you can start working early next year.

- President... - What's wrong?

- There's been an accident. - An accident?

You've already had three this year. One more, and you're out.

There's plenty of drivers out there.

Hey, Mr. Student,

when you join us, become the union leader and take that guy down, okay?

Why do I always have so many worries?

My heart, kidneys, and liver have all been acting up lately.

No matter how much medicine I take, it doesn't help.

You seem like you have no worries at all.

That's not true.

Your worries are probably just about love or something.

That's nothing. What's truly scary is getting old.

With every year, worries multiply tenfold.

In five years, I'll probably be a walking corpse.

Excuse me for a moment.

- What is it? - I got a job.

Oh, congratulations! Let's celebrate tonight.

Actually, there's something even bigger to celebrate tonight.

- What is it? - Well, I wonder...

- How does it look? - It's quite fine.

When the young lady gets married, this house will be lively again.

Ever since the madam passed away, it's been so gloomy and lonely...

- Set out the napkins mom liked. - All right!

My brother is late.

This is quite an impressive house.

My mom designed it.

But right after it was finished, she fell ill and passed away...

Three years ago.

- Did she look like you? - Everyone says we're identical.

Especially our strong-willed nature.

Oh, that must be my brother.

- Welcome home. - I'm really sorry!

I had someone I absolutely had to meet.

- Is he here? - He's been getting impatient.

Is that so? My bad...

Oh, hello! Sorry to keep you waiting.

Brother, this is Katsuya Tosaki.

Nice to meet you, I'm Tosaki.

Brother, what would you like? Highball? Straight?

I guess straight is fine.

Do you intend to marry Kaneko?

Yes, if it's possible.

I trust my judgment. So? He's fine, right?

No?

There's nothing to think about. We're practically married already, right?

Is that true, Kaneko?

- Yes... - She's pregnant, you see.

- We have no choice but to get married. - Katsuya…

Is this true?

Yes...

But that's not why we're getting married.

I really love Katsuya.

I know what we did wasn't right,

but if we get married, everything will be...

That's why, brother, please...

You should stop trying to convince him. I don't think he likes me.

What's the big deal? It's not like I have to force myself to be your husband.

- I'll gladly step aside. - What are you saying? But my brother...

Let's just say goodbye. You should get rid of the kid.

Think of it as a tumor, just be done with it and move on.

You'll forget about me soon enough. Find another man.

Someone your brother would approve of.

Who can't tell you're "damaged goods" just by looking.

You bastard!

Go on, hit me! More!

You don't know how much I wanted to punch you myself. Hit me! Come on!

You can't, can you?

Serves you right!

If you've got a problem, take it up with him.

He knocked up my sister and abandoned her.

I just did the same thing. See you!

- Is what Katsuya said true? - Yes... It's true.

- You're such a pitiful person. - Hey, Kaneko.

- Don't touch me. - Kaneko!

Finally, it's the 22nd of December.

I'm feeling restless, can't settle down.

If I want to have a somewhat enjoyable end to the year,

I'll need at least 100.000 yen.

You've got to slap that bastard Katsuya around and make him work.

But he's such a fickle guy, you see. Being a producer sure is tough.

- Hey, White Label, double! - You're really in bad shape!

Oh, are you alone? What happened to Kaneko?

She's long gone. Hey, come with me.

- Well, but, you see... - Stop complaining.

Hey, let's dance.

Welcome, welcome!

- She's here. - What?

What's this? We just said goodbye. You're not needed anymore.

I'm going to Osaka to stay with my aunt.

I'm quitting school to work.

Do as you please.

I'm going to have your child.

I don't want to follow in the footsteps of you guys.

If you want to have the kid, go ahead. You're free to do so.

We're strangers now. Do whatever you like.

Is that so? Then, just like I decided, I will love you forever.

If you want to see your child, come anytime.

What a foolish woman!

Wanting to have a kid! That's something an old maid over 30 would say.

You idiot! Don't mess with me, okay?

- But... - What do you mean "but"?

Wake up!

Wake up! Wake up! Wake up! Damn it!

You're in a really good mood.

Way to go, sis!

I made that bastard, Shuichi, cry.

I wish I could've shown you his crying face.

Serves him right!

What have you done?

I didn't do anything...

I just said bye bye to Kaneko.

That fool's angry and says she's going to Osaka.

- Osaka? - She wants to have the kid!

She's really a strong-willed woman.

Katsuya, is that true?

It's not a lie. Isn't it funny?

It feels good...

Sis, you're happy, right? Why don't you thank me?

- Katsuya... - What is it?

I'm going to live without you. I don't want to be with a lunatic like you.

- You leave me speechless. - What?

Get out of here!

If you want me to leave, I'll leave.

Ginza is my territory, anyway.

I feel much better living somewhere more spacious than in this cramped place.

This is just what I wanted!

Don't regret it after I'm gone.

I won't regret it. This is ridiculous. Hurry up and leave.

- Are you really going to Osaka? - Yes.

- Are you really going to have the kid? - Yes.

How will you raise a kid without getting married?

How is a woman supposed to do that alone?

- You're so naive. - That's right.

The kid will suffer, too. It'll be an illegitimate child.

That's right.

- Why don't you just stop? This is madness. - That's right.

- A woman's feelings are often irrational. - I don't understand how you feel.

You wouldn't understand. Of course you wouldn't, brother.

Brother, instead of worrying about me, shouldn't you worry about yourself?

Please, don't become a worthless person.

Huh? A call for me? From who?

Akie?

What is this about now, all of a sudden?

What can I bring you?

- Coffee. - Yes, sir.

Your brother is unbelievable.

He's crazy. A rabid dog.

It's not my brother's fault...

Are you saying it's mine?

No, it's mine. If I had been stronger,

this wouldn't have happened.

Complaining won't solve anything.

The wounds Kaneko suffered can't be fixed.

Kaneko will be fine.

Unlike me, she hasn't been beaten by her brother.

So, are you here to tell me that? To reassure me?

- No. - Then, what is it?

I've decided to follow Kaneko's example.

- I'm not giving up on you. - It's futile.

It doesn't matter if it's futile. Because my brother taught me

that there is no other way for me to be happy.

- Quite a good brother, huh? - Yes, he's a wonderful one.

You too, you know. If you abandon me, you won't be able to be happy.

- Stop joking. - Do you think this is a joke?

It is a joke!

Come on, come on, get up! It's already four.

It's time to open the store.

Go wash your face quickly.

By the way, a customer's been waiting for you.

- A customer? - Yeah, come on...

Dear, the tax office is on the phone. Come on down.

More taxes? Makes me want to set fire to the tax office.

What? The customer's you? Came here to fight?

I'm not getting punched today!

- I lost to you. - What?!

- I've decided to marry your sister. - You're lying!

You followed my example and abandoned my sister.

- Why don't you follow my example again? - Don't mess with me!

Trying to manipulate me to suit your needs? Get lost!

My sister is leaving tonight at 9 pm on the "Moonlight".

Could you go and see her off?

Shut up! I said get lost!

- Katsuya, please. - Shut up!

- Sorry about this... - No, it's fine.

- Good evening. - Good evening.

It's been a while. Wanna go for a drink?

A drink? Okay!

It's no use, he won't answer no matter how many times I call.

We finally caught a good fish, but what's with his hesitation?

You can't find a catch like this everyday.

Hey, pops, go talk to him.

Katsuya?

Katsuya, we've known each other for a long time.

- I know what's going on. - Shut up!

What's good about you is your stubbornness.

But being stubborn all the time isn't good. It's uncouth.

- Leave me alone, it's none of your business. - That's what I was talking about!

When you're young, you should do whatever you want.

Right? The world's boring, anyway, so that's fine.

Being unfilial and reckless, that's fine, too.

That's why I'm taking care of you all.

- Hey, trying to make me feel indebted? - Not at all.

But you already graduated from university.

How about you settle things properly once and for all?

Pops, you suck at lecturing!

- Anyway, it's not good, Katsuya. - I know it's not good.

- Then, what are you going to do about it? - Shut up! I'll go if I have to.

- Where to? - How should I know!

Hey, lend me 5.000 yen.

- I'll lend it to you, but what for? - I'm going to Osaka.

You're joking, right? Don't forget about business.

A black guy's waiting for us at the bowling center.

- Hurry up and give it to me. - Just when it's the busy end-of-year season...

Hey!

Hey! When are you coming back?

- He's not coming back. - Why?

Because he's going to become a husband with kids soon.

He won't have time to hang around here.

- Is he meeting Kaneko? - That's right.

- Where are you going? - Wherever you go.

- Anywhere? - Yeah.

- Forever? - Yeah!

Now that he's gone, our wallet's going to feel empty.

Damn, I'm already starting to feel a little lonely.

- We can't just relax, either. - We're getting too old for this.

That's right, it's the end of the year. It's Christmas.

- Next year, I'll be twenty. - And I'll be a salaryman.

If I can become a salaryman, I'll be happy.

Worrying won't get us anywhere.

Tomorrow's Christmas Eve. Next year might be a good year.

- All right, let's drink up! - Yeah, let's go.

- Pops, put it on the tab. - Sure.

- Pops. - Welcome!

He's the new guy from the rugby team.

- Let's drink! - Please, enjoy.

- Get us some beer. - Right.

- Yo. - Wow!

- Let's drink all night! - Let's drink up!

THE END