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300 years of Tokugawa peace were ending…

In Kyoto, warriors were gathering…

A stalwart swordsman appeared…

His name -Kurama-Tengu…

Mister!

Kurama-Tengu!

Sugisaku!

You'll never know how I worried about you.

Whoever you are, you saved Sugisaku.

I'm most grateful.

And now, farewell.

Wait! Please wait.

Yes?

Could it be that you were born in Shibamata, Edo?

Who are you?

Your sister Sakura.

Sakura?

Brother! I've been longing to see you.

Sakura...

Forgive me. I didn't know.

Your enemy has trapped you.

What?

Escape quickly. I'll try...

Sakura, hold Sugisaku tightly.

Kurama-Tengu! The time has come for you to die.

I'll kill you too.

That's the fate for both of us.

Impudent fellow!

All right, kill him!

Come and enter...

Your gateway to hell!

Higashiyama is quiet - all the world is asleep…

Then the clash of sword against sword…

A mistake!

Fool!

Sakura, is Sugisaku safe?

Yes.

But why wear those long johns?

I have a cold.

Come!

Sugisaku, a horse! A horse!

Sakura.

I can't see anything!

I can't see.

I've gone blind.

What?

I can't see a thing... Sakura...

Mister... Mister...

The train's coming.

The train.

Tora-san Meets His Lordship

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika… Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika…

I was born and raised Chieko Baisho as Sakura in Shibamata, Katsushika…

Chieko Baisho as Sakura

Kuruma is my family name… Chieko Baisho as Sakura And my given name is Torajiro…

But people call me Tora, the street peddler…

Kyoko Maya as Mariko

Masami Shimojo as Uncle

Chieko Misaki as Aunty

Gin Maeda as Hiroshi

Hisao Dazai as President

Gajiro Sato as Genko

Hayato Nakamura as Mitsuo

Yoshio Yoshida as the party head

Akira Terao as the policeman

Akihiko Hirata as Munemichi

Chishu Ryu as the High Priest

Kanjuro Arashi as the Lord

Norihei Miki as the Steward

Producer: Kiyoshi Shimazu

Planned by Yukio Takashima Shun'ichi Kobayashi

Written by Yoji Yamada Yoshitaka Asama

Cinematography: Tetsuo Takaba

Music: Naozumi Yamamoto

Art Direction: Mitsuo Degawa

Sound Recording: Hiroshi Nakamura

Sound Mixing: Ryuji Matsumoto

Lighting: Yoshifumi Aoki

Editing: Iwao Ishii

Original Story and Directed by Yoji Yamada

They're swimming.

Come and see the carp flags.

They're splendid.

Aren't they nice, Mitsuo?

You can brag about the big carp you have at home.

Not at his home.

No space. We had to borrow Aunty's yard.

So don't brag.

Our yard's also small.

The carp must feel cramped here.

Excuse me.

Tora is inside again.

Tora! You good-for-nothing dog.

Let's call it Pooch. Our Tora won't like it.

Who named the dog Tora?

Genko, of course.

Why keep a dog he picked up?

Can't help it. It keeps coming back.

We'll change your name to Pooch.

Not Tora. Pooch, okay?

It's about time he came back.

Pooch?

No. Tora?

It's May already.

Sakura's worried, I bet.

He's the only brother she has.

Aunty. Brother's here.

Brother. Over here.

I've been away so long I forgot the place.

Uncle. Aunty. Feeling well?

We're fine.

Talked about you.

How's the factory? Still low wages?

I'm glad you're back.

Tea. Sakura. Bring some cake.

Good idea.

Mitsuo here?

Brought him a gift.

Mitsuo, come get your present.

How nice.

Thank you.

From the train window I saw many carp flags flying.

I thought I'd better act like Mitsuo's uncle.

What is it?

I bought this.

I wish I could get Mitsuo a real big carp flag.

Just wait until I become rich.

It's tiny.

Say "Thank you."

I think it's just fine.

Oh, it's nothing. Where's Hiroshi?

Maybe at the factory.

I'll go say hello to President.

Tora!

He went out.

To the tax office.

Have some cake. Tsune, tea!

How are the azaleas?

No good this year.

Not much sun there.

Absolutely no use seeing them.

It's such a small yard. We were saying...

The carp flag looks cramped...

Oh, my!

Something's fishy here. What did you start to say?

Mitsuo, don't bother me!

Stop it!

Raise it again.

I will tomorrow. Not today.

What's wrong? Why take it down?

Going to rain?

What's this little thing?

Hardly a carp.

Looks like fish-shaped pancakes.

Tasty pancakes.

Hi, Tora! Welcome home.

Seen that big carp flag?

What's wrong?

Mitsuo has been wanting one.

We said wait until we have a house with a yard.

No telling when we can move. So we finally bought one.

But we regretted not having bought a smaller one.

Never mind. I don't want to hear your excuses.

I bet you're mocking me. 'Cause I can only afford a toy carp.

You're wrong. No one's thinking that.

Why didn't you say so when I showed my small carp?

"That's nice too, but...

"We bought carp flag at a bargain sale yesterday.

"Take a look."

Then I'd have said, "Well, they're really splendid.

"You won't need this little toy.

"Give it to the President's kid."

It would have ended as a joke.

We wanted to say it but...

Couldn't do it?

We didn't want to hurt you.

I see. "Mitsuo's poor uncle bought a cheap carp-shaped toy.

"He'll feel offended by the real thing. Hide it."

Meanwhile, using flattery,

because you take pity on me?

Are you all that rich?

Remarkable! In fact, commendable!

That's too much. You shouldn't say that.

We're all poor, so, let's stop bickering.

Who asked you to butt in?

My being poor is my own fault.

Hiroshi is poor because you don't pay him enough.

You're no "President."

Shut down that ramshackle factory.

Please! You've just returned after half a year...

Managing a small company is not easy.

Where to?

Upstairs. To rest.

Raise the carp flag. Now that you bought it.

Never thought this would happen.

Tofu man!

Plain tofu will do.

Check the potatoes.

They're ready.

All right.

Tora! Come get your supper!

Aunty...

Stop calling my name like calling a dog.

I'm sorry. It's because of -familiarity.

Don't get offended.

It's all right. Just sounded a bit blunt.

I'm sorry.

Two of your favorite dishes for supper.

This carp looks good.

Carp again? Are you being sarcastic?

A friend caught it and gave it to us.

Don't want it?

It's all right. I'm not angry or upset.

But carp after carp...

Well, let's eat.

Come, Mitsuo!

"Carp flags flying higher than the rooftop."

Not that song.

Let him sing what he wants.

It's supper time.

Let's eat.

Hiroshi...?

He's coming.

Wait for him. He's your hubby.

Goodbye.

There he is.

He works hard for his family. Take good care of him.

Tora!

Look at this. You've dirtied the yard again.

Will Tora never learn?

When did I ever dirty the yard?

It's not...

You may be my brother-in-law but you can't talk to me...

In that tone of voice.

I wasn't yelling at you.

It's this dog. Its name is Tora.

The same name! I never noticed that.

Written differently.

An ideograph for our Tora's name.

Full name is Torajiro.

Quit bluffing!

Giving the same name to that dog.

Kicking it while calling it "Tora."

You're wrong.

We didn't name it Tora.

Then who did?

We're not sure.

It was roaming around. Somebody called it Tora.

Then, we wound up taking care of it.

Get rid of it.

We don't need it. We have our own Tora dog...

I mean a man.

Aunty, what did you say just now?

You must hold me in contempt.

But why...?

Stop it. The soup is getting cold.

Tora! Are you here?

The head of a fish for you.

Ridiculing me?

Why, you!

Stop it!

Stop it now!

Making a fool out of me?

Tora, you're to blame.

What?

Why do I have to be blamed?

You're treating me like a dog!

If you become a respectable man...

Then no one will call a dog "Tora."

Instead of settling down...

You wander around like a stray dog.

Is that so? That means we're through now.

Goodbye, Sakura. I'm leaving.

Be sure and give that dog some tasty food.

Brother.

Brother...

You even brought a present for Mitsuo but now...

Next time I'll bring a carp.

As big as a whale.

I told you to rename it Pooch.

The final sale. Red shoes. White shoes.

Black shoes too. At bargain prices!

Yamato, our first country. Awaji, the first island.

Goemon, the first thief. Kodaira, the first lecher.

Come on, Daddies and Mammies.

Big discount prices.

Originally they're expensive. But not here...

Yes, this is the Izuya lnn.

Mr. Tamaki of Kyoto?

He's gone out to Ugai tonight.

He's gone out to Ugai tonight.

Yes, I understand.

Will phone later.

It's good of you to help out.

Keeps me from being bored.

A strange guest. Going outside...

F o r Uga i - t o g a r g I e.

Why not gargle in the washroom?

It's a different Ugai.

Watched from a boat on the river.

A fellow in classical attire?

With rubber tape around ducks' necks?

Not ducks. They're cormorants.

"U" means cormorants?

Fish get stuck in their throats, they cry out "U"!

Welcome back.

Shall we serve supper after you've had a bath?

That'll be fine.

Is she alone?

Yes. It'd be all right for a man.

But I worry about a young woman traveling alone.

I saw her by the river. A story behind this?

Be very kind to her.

About time for my supper.

Fumi, Mr. Kuruma will be having supper.

Extra charge for sweetfish but...

I guess I'll have some.

Serve some sweetfish to that girl, too.

Say it's from me.

Even a small kindness would please her.

Thank you.

Cook more sweetfish!

Excuse me.

Your supper.

Sweetfish from the guest in the next room.

Really? Who is it?

Tora. He comes here once a year.

What should I do?

I'll thank him. This room?

That's right.

Excuse me.

Yes, come in.

Excuse me.

Come right in.

The maid told me about it just now.

But to accept something from a stranger...

It's all right.

I saw you come back. You looked tired.

I thought sweetfish would cheer you up.

You needn't hesitate.

You're being very kind. Thank you.

Where are you from?

Tokyo.

Me, too. Whereabouts in Tokyo?

Horikiri.

Nice place, huh?

I live in a housing complex.

That's near my place. I get off at Shibamata Station.

Then toward Taishaku-ten.

I've been there. Many shops selling sweets.

One of them is my place -Toraya.

I'm Torajiro. Drop in at the shop sometime.

Say you met me.

My senile Uncle and toothless Aunty are running the shop.

Thank you. I'll be sure to drop by.

Yes.

Excuse me now.

Chin up!

Isn't there a special product here, boiled river fish?

Take some to that girl as my present.

Will you take care of it?

Miss.

Look outside. Fireflies.

They're really fireflies!

600 yen for sweetfish?

Should've told me that at first.

Wasn't tasty.

1,500 yen for a box of river fish!

Why didn't that woman pick a cheaper gift?

Too expensive.

All I've got left is this 500-yen bill? I'm in a fix!

And some small change.

Dammit!

Did you just pick up that money?

It fell from heaven.

It's my money. The wind blew it away.

Many thanks.

As a reward, let me treat you.

Two bottles of lemonade.

Too valuable for me to accept.

A reward is usual in such a case.

Drink it.

It's good.

Like it, Grandpa?

Quite luscious.

Luscious?

You talk like a feudal lord.

Want a bun, too?

Give me some buns.

How much?

Hello.

Hello. Hard worker.

This town's people are all polite.

The lord must have been strict.

They bow so courteously.

Grandpa, goodbye.

Wait.

What is it, Grandpa?

You have treated me, so I wish to offer you a repast.

What's a repast?

A frugal midday meal.

How frugal?

Come with me.

Hey, wait a minute.

Howdy.

Grandpa, wait for me.

About this frugal meal.

Even if you say so, your wife might object.

My wife is dead.

Living alone? On old age pension?

Where are you going?

You can't go in there. It's not your place.

Grandpa!

Yoshida!

Milord!

Welcome back.

Usher the guest inside.

Please come in.

May I?

Yes, please.

Come in.

Who's the owner of this house?

You don't know?

Nope. I don't know.

I'm amazed. He's Hisamune Todo.

The 16th head of a feudal lord family.

He would have been the Lord of Ozu.

Feudal lord? I might've known it if he had a topknot.

And the purpose of your visit?

Purpose? Nothing special.

I met him in town and treated him to lemonade.

Then he offered me a "repast."

I followed him here.

The lord is ignorant. He acts impulsively.

So, do you mind leaving?

Leave?

I don't mind.

Too formal here. I'd be bored stiff.

But I was asked to come here.

Buy some beer.

I didn't come here to beg for money.

Sh! Not so loud.

Yoshida!

Arrange the midday meal.

Right away.

Don't you want me to leave?

What are you saying? Stay.

I'll order lunch.

A strange fellow.

Which is it? Am I to stay or should I leave?

Leave as soon as you've had lunch. Right away.

Can you guess where I am?

I'm sure you can't.

I'm phoning from the mansion of a lord. A lord!

A lord? What lord?

Of Ozu? Where's Ozu?

Shikoku Island?

I don't understand it at all.

It'll take too long to explain.

This is a great big place.

I took a bath, the room is huge, It's bigger than your apartment.

Five different towels. Know why?

A separate one for the face, hands, body, crotch and legs.

I wiped my face with the crotch towel!

Listen...

What is it?

Didn't you promise to leave after lunch?

The lord insists I stay.

Make up some excuse. Work to do or...

I'll leave right after supper…

A "must" this time…

That's how it is, Sakura… Bye…

In Shikoku?

Why's he there?

I've imposed on your hospitality.

It has been my pleasure.

You've told me such interesting stories.

Most enjoyable.

Really?

I'll be leaving, Yoshida.

You must be very busy. We've detained you too long.

I'm not busy at all.

You have no plans?

Nothing special.

Your wife might be worried.

I'm still a bachelor.

I'm getting a bit sleepy.

Call a taxi?

Imbecile!

Prepare the bedroom for the guest.

Right away, Milord.

What a nuisance...

I feel on top of the world.

May I lie down?

Make yourself comfortable.

I'll do that.

Torajiro...

You said you were from Tokyo. May I ask a question?

Certainly. Any kind of question. What is it about?

Do you know a woman named Mariko?

Mariko? No. I've never heard that name.

You haven't? Then she might no longer be in Tokyo.

Maybe not. Who is she? An old woman?

She's twenty-five or twenty-six.

I could search. Who is she?

My youngest son's wife.

She's married? Why not ask your son?

He passed away in autumn two years ago.

If he were alive, he would be about 30 years old.

Then this woman's a widow?

Your son's wife is missing?

There must be a reason.

I was opposed to that marriage.

I even told my son he would be disowned...

But he married her? Different social status?

Was she a waitress or a factory worker?

But your son had a will of his own. I admire him.

He had the guts to defy parental authority.

It's a democracy now.

I don't like it.

That makes no difference. Your son liked it.

Now suddenly you want to meet this Mariko, your son's wife.

Is that it?

Yes. I realize that I won't live many more years.

That is now my fondest hope.

To meet Mariko once and listen to her recollections of my son.

You shouldn't start crying like that.

When I'm back in Tokyo again, I'll find her for you.

You will?

I'll find her for sure.

Thank you. I'm grateful.

Not at all.

The bedroom is ready.

Yoshida.

Torajiro is...

Leaving? I'm very sorry to hear that.

Take care of yourself. This way out...

Imbecile!

You try to drive away every guest.

That's intolerable!

With your welfare in mind...

Silence!

Inexcusable!

Cut it out!

Prepare to die!

Intercede for me.

Hold it!

Let go of me!

Remember where you are!

Let go of me, please!

Someone! Someone come!

Damn Yoshida!

The lord's out of his mind!

This is no bed of roses.

Take your punishment!

Calm down!

What're you doing?

Why can't you behave?

Didn't I tell you?

It's terrible.

What is?

Mitsuo had a sword fight at the temple.

The Priest scolded him? Genko must've started it all.

Now, who's that?

A strange old man.

A magician?

Looking for something?

Pardon me. May I ask a question?

Is Torajiro here now?

Torajiro hasn't returned from his travels but...

Do you know him?

Yes, I do.

You do? Please come right in.

When will Torajiro be returning?

What's up?

Like someone in a period drama.

Grandpa, you see...

When Tora's out, we can't tell when he'll return.

Is that so?

It's too bad.

Where did you come from?

I came here from Ozu.

Ozu? On Shikoku Island?

My! All the way from Shikoku?

Remember? Brother phoned last month from Ozu.

Perhaps they met there.

Did Tora borrow money from him?

Sorry to have troubled you.

Not at all.

Why not wait? Tora might show up.

Hold it!

I appreciate your concern and kindness.

But I have someone waiting.

I shall withdraw. If Torajiro should return...

Woman! Are you listening?

He's come back!

Where is he?

Brother.

Oh, the lord!

Torajiro!

Have you found Mariko?

Mariko? Who's that?

My youngest son's wife.

Oh, that Mariko. Is that why you came to Tokyo?

You said you'd find her in 3 days.

It's been ten days already since then.

About Mariko...

I've been doing my very best.

It's taken more time than expected but I'll find her.

Absolutely sure?

Absolutely sure.

Who is this old man?

This old man?

Who are you calling an old man?

Such rudeness!

This is His Excellency the Lord of Ozu Castle.

Hisamune Todo himself. Show respect!

Your head's too high.

That's enough.

Hi, Tora.

Head's too high!

I'm Todo from Ozu.

I pray that the fond wish of an old man will be granted.

I shall request the assistance of you people. Farewell.

Leaving already?

My eldest son lives in Tokyo. I shall go there.

In a palanquin?

No, my grandson's car. Farewell.

You could stay here but...

Gen! Clear the way!

Clear the way! Clear the way!

I'll be waiting with anticipation.

Don't worry. I'll find her.

Your grandson?

My son's phone number.

I'll be waiting.

Goodbye, then.

Do your best.

I'm stumped.

Didn't think he was that earnest about it.

I said I'd search for her to humor him.

He knows nothing of the real world.

What'll you do?

Apologize. It was a random remark.

Mariko can't be found.

Can't do that. He's a lord.

He might behead me.

"Liar!" My head severed.

Think of it. My head on public display. What if it rains?

Birds pluck out my eyes. Only sockets left.

Tora's square head will sit well.

I'm in serious trouble!

You be serious, too!

What would you suggest?

It's nonsense.

Weren't you listening to me at all?

What do you think?

Some old men have worse troubles.

So what?

Why such a fuss?

No more feudalism. Age of democracy.

That lord says he dislikes democracy.

It's a historical current.

Like or dislike isn't just a matter of logic.

I hate eels. You like them very much.

Explain it with logic. Is that a historical current too?

Stop it, Brother.

Is this Mariko the lord's only son's wife?

Youngest son. The lord will stay at his eldest son's home.

I feel sorry for his daughters-in-law.

The youngest son was his favorite.

The lord wanted to live with him. Right?

Yeah.

The lord was angry when the son married.

Disowned him?

- Different status? - Very archaic.

The son died?

Leaving his wife Mariko behind.

Then this Mariko and the lord never met?

That's right.

They're like strangers.

She might be resentful of the lord. They'd better not meet.

Uncle...

How can you be so callous?

Why?

Supposing...

I'm saying this just as an example.

I find a woman for me to marry.

But you oppose it. It's her social status.

We wouldn't.

But just supposing...

I see. And then?

I marry the woman anyway.

That's democracy.

Of course. No reason why you shouldn't marry her.

But it means I quarreled with you and go far away.

We start life in a distant town.

5 or 6 years pass. Then you get a telegraph.

What does it say?

"Torajiro succumbs to fatal illness."

There's a lonely funeral.

He returns to you in a plain wood coffin.

"Tora! Why did you return to us this way?"

Aunty, would you cry for me?

Of course we would.

After the 1st, 3rd memorial services pass.

What you keep thinking about is my wife.

You would like to meet her and express your thanks.

For taking good care of Torajiro.

"Because of you, a beautiful and gentle person...

"Tora was happy in his latter years."

Understand, Aunty?

I think I can.

Then you'll understand how the lord feels now.

I see.

Start searching for Mariko tomorrow. All of us.

It won't be easy.

President, you know lots of people. Help me.

Sure. No. I'll be busy tomorrow.

Don't give me such a cold attitude.

Know how tired I am after a long journey?

I'm going to bed. Good night.

It'll be a big task.

How should I go about it?

A search from house to house? It'll take a lot of time.

How many houses are in Tokyo?

Tens of thousands, I guess.

Silly. There must be a million. Two, three million.

That many?

How many days will it take at 100 houses a day?

It'll take months.

36,000 houses a year... it'll take 100 years.

100 years?

Help him, President.

Not me. I'm busy. Good night.

Madame, the car has arrived.

I'm going out to an alumnae meeting.

The maid will fix your lunch.

The yard's a mess.

Clean up later.

Hello.

Missing Person: Mariko Contact Toraya

Thank you.

Any luck?

The next place.

Know a woman named Mariko?

She's inside.

How old is she?

75 or 76. My grandma.

She's not the one I'm looking for.

Next place.

Anyone here named Mariko?

No.

No? Next place.

A young woman here named Mariko?

This is your own home.

I've been running around so much.

My eyes are blurred. Can't see.

Next place. Next!

What's with him?

He's searching for Mariko.

Starting out from Shibamata.

That seems useless.

Hello, this is the Todo family.

My father wishes to speak to you.

Father.

Hello. I would like to speak to Torajiro.

He hasn't returned yet.

About Mariko? He's searching. From early in the morning.

Please tell him that Todo is waiting for a happy report.

I'll be sure to tell him that. Yes, I understand.

The lord?

Welcome home. You must be very tired.

I counted up to the first 50 places.

My eyes dimmed. Could hardly walk.

The bath is ready. You all right?

Let me lie down and rest for a while.

Aunty, I'm not going to be able to cover Tokyo in 4 or 5 days.

Are you all right?

I'll sleep here.

Hey, I'll sleep here.

Post No Notices Without Permission

Going away?

But why?

Mariko hasn't been found yet.

That's why he's leaving.

I talked without thinking. I deceived that old man.

I just can't say I'm sorry. So I'm going to run away.

Uncle...

If the lord phones, say this:

"My nephew lied to you. I've disowned him.

"Our relationship is severed.

"If you meet him, execute him."

I feel sorry for you.

Your intention was good.

I'll take a day off and help you. Stay longer.

Hiroshi was telling me this morning.

Searching every house will take 200 years.

The lord won't live that long.

Not only him. We'll be dead, too.

That's true enough.

I won't return early. Keep in good health.

If I've been beheaded, please pray for me.

Don't be foolish.

Enough to worry about someone else's wife.

But what about your own wife?

I'm getting old. My fate might be... never to have a wife.

That's ridiculous.

You're young and still have many chances.

Thank you.

There's no telling about people's destiny.

No way!

Someday I might meet a wonderful woman.

As I cross this threshold...

I might run into my future wife.

That's right.

Let's live on, believing in such dreams.

Come back soon.

Well!

Hi!

That Ozu inn...

You were here?

Just returning.

Thank you for your kindness that time.

I wanted to thank you sooner. I'm glad to meet you again.

It's fate.

One really never knows.

Anyway, come in. This is my home.

Tea! Aunty, serve some sweets.

Brother, who is she?

This is my sister.

My senile Uncle and toothless Aunty.

And factory president.

This is... I don't know what your name is.

Your name...?

Mariko Tsutsumi.

Mariko Tsutsumi.

Your brother was very kind to me in Ozu.

I wanted to thank him.

You have a nice name:

Mariko.

President.

A coincidence?

She might be her.

What is it?

We were looking for a Mariko. Your name surprised us.

Please.

Living in Ozu?

No!

I live in Tokyo.

My late husband's grave is in Ozu. That's where we first met.

Was your late husband a native of Ozu?

That's right.

Your husband -from Ozu?

Yes, but why do you ask?

Your husband's name...?

It was Katsuhiko Todo.

Isn't your husband's father...

The Lord of Ozu?

I was told that he is.

Why?

She's found! We found her!

I'm so glad.

Phone the lord, quick!

There's a long story behind this.

Please make it later.

Genko!

It's been a long time. Are you well?

Why the fuss?

If you see Genko, tell him.

The lord is arriving in a taxi.

So guide him to Toraya. We're all waiting for him.

Tora...

Yes?

Who did you say is coming?

The lord. The Lord of Ozu in person.

I'll tell Genko myself.

Talking utter nonsense.

Sword fight tomfoolery at his age.

If I'd known about this, I wouldn't have come.

Why not?

No use meeting my father-in-law now.

Still a grudge against him?

Not especially.

Then meet him.

I can understand how you feel but...

He came all the way from Shikoku to meet you.

But what should I say to him?

Aunty! The lord's here.

What shall I do?

Clear the way!

Thanks.

Don't get shook-up.

Your Lordship arrived very quickly.

Watch it!

Torajiro, where is Mariko?

She's inside.

Please.

Come along.

This is your daughter-in-law Mariko.

I looked everywhere for her.

Glad she was found.

Go inside.

I'm Katsuhiko's father.

Mariko.

You took good care of my son.

Thank you very much.

I could tell the moment that I saw you.

Because you were beside him...

My son must have been very happy.

Father...

I was...

I was very happy, too.

What is it?

The lord is here.

How did their first meeting go?

Right now...

Come and see.

I live in a condominium at Aoto.

Far from here?

About 15 minutes by train.

Rather close.

Yes, it is.

Is this your first visit to Tokyo?

He came often when he was young.

The old Edo custom?

Quite so.

A stately procession along the Tokaido Highway.

What's funny?

He's only joking.

Stringing me along? You had me fooled!

Is this where you live?

What brings you?

I had some work to do nearby.

I thought I'd take a walk.

I was surprised to see you.

A present for you.

What's funny?

Not a chance meeting?

I've got to go.

Come to my place.

I'm busy.

Just for a cup of tea.

How did you...?

I asked at the police box...

They directed me to this...

My father is so old-fashioned and adamant.

He had his mind to meet Mariko.

And now he did and went back to Ozu.

Thank you.

It was nothing much.

Grandma.

Later. Go away.

Now, about this Mariko...

When my brother died, we did all we could for her.

Frankly speaking, she is no longer related to us.

My father has fallen into dotage.

Whatever he said to you...

If Mariko makes any claims...

It would be most embarrassing for the Todo family.

It's rather hard to say this...

I can hardly meet Mariko in person.

Please hand this to her.

And tell what I have said to you.

But...

Please consider our position, too.

What is...

Go away!

Is that your son?

He's a cute boy.

Sorry to have troubled you.

Have some sweets.

No thanks. Don't bother.

Have some papaya.

Thank you.

What's it called?

Papaya.

What'll we do?

Send it back. Mariko won't accept it.

Is this really good?

It's expensive.

Consolation money.

It makes me angry to think about it.

Better send it back.

I'll do that.

How much?

Don't know.

May I...?

How vulgar!

Not vulgar at all.

Tora's back.

We tell him?

He'll be angry. Hide the money.

Welcome back.

Stay put...

Supper?

Had a drink near the station. Ate too. Some tea...

Not very sociable.

Why?

You might ask where I've been.

Where did you go?

Just here and there.

But where?

Can't I go wherever I want to?

You asked us to ask!

The whole point is, there's a way of asking.

"You look very happy. Been to a nice place?"

Then I'd answer, "Just to Mariko's place."

I've said it!

To her apartment?

Can't I?

Isn't she living there alone?

Did you go empty-handed?

Nope. I'm not a kid.

I paid all of 650 yen. For bananas.

That much?

Yeah, that much.

What's this?

This year's gourds are small.

End of the vine.

How was Mariko's apartment?

Did you go in?

Two rooms with a kitchen. Quite nice for a woman living alone.

Everything spick-and-span. Shelf full of books.

Her husband must've read them. Many difficult books.

Her husband's photo on top of the shelf.

Looks exactly like the lord.

That is, the lord in his younger days.

Must have been handsome.

Why?

The lord is good-looking.

A long face is handsome? An eel is handsome?

She cherished the photo of her late husband.

That's how she is.

Disowned, yet he married her.

They were deeply in love.

But she's still young.

She ought to marry again some day.

That's right.

Might be difficult.

Why?

Even if a fine man were to appear...

Could she forget her late husband?

Time will solve that.

Even if she remarries...

The memories might suddenly come back. It'd be painful.

Tough for the man, too.

"She's thinking of her first husband." It would drive me crazy.

True enough.

You're entirely wrong.

How come?

That's not how a man who loves her would really feel.

He would be much more considerate.

"Isn't his death anniversary nearing?"

"Were you aware of it?"

"I could tell by just watching you.

"It's all right. Visit his grave.

"I've withdrawn money from savings.

"This is for train fare to Ozu.

"And money for the temple.

"Buy flowers for your late husband's grave.

"Say that it's from me."

"Thank you. You're so kind."

"There's nothing to cry about.

"Now, get ready to go."

That's what a really considerate man would do. Get it?

She'd be very happy with such a man.

Absolutely.

Well, it's about time for me to turn in.

Good night.

"A wife should adore her husband.

"He should be kind to her..."

Talking about himself.

I know I can't.

What?

My wife had a husband who's dead?

Flowers on his memorial day?

It'd make my blood pressure rise.

Daddy!

Take your bath.

I want to clean up.

What a nuisance!

Good night.

Daddy!

Stop shouting!

Another phase of love.

You call it love?

Wait here. I'll be right back.

Don't be long.

Where is the Toraya?

Well, then, Kozue.

Be quick.

Hello?

Welcome.

Is this Torajiro Kuruma's place?

Yes, it is.

Is he in?

Where's Brother?

Out working.

A visitor.

I'm Yoshida from Ozu.

It's Mr. Yoshida from Ozu.

Are you Torajiro's sister?

He told me about you. I'm the Todo family's steward.

From Ozu?

You have been very helpful to the lord.

It has made him very happy.

He told me to visit you to convey his gratitude.

Thank you for coming.

This is a special Ozu product. Please accept it.

It's very kind of you.

Thank you.

Here is a letter from the lord.

Will you hand it to Torajiro?

I must be going.

So soon?

Some tea...?

I have someone waiting.

Waiting? Where?

Outside.

Then, she too...

No, thank you.

Papa! Not yet?

It's you?

Father will be with you now. Be quiet and wait.

It's my -daughter. I failed to discipline her.

Tell Torajiro that I extended my best regards.

Goodbye.

Were you a good girl?

What are you talking about?

Why didn't you stay put?

You should have stayed back.

"Dear Torajiro Kuruma:

"It is the rainy season but blue skies appear now and then.

"It's been ten days since my return.

"It seems like only yesterday that I met Mariko."

What's he trying to say?

He thanks your help in finding Mariko.

Thanking me?

Is that all?

There's more.

What?

This is the main part.

What is it?

He'll read it from now.

"In writing this letter, I have a request to make."

He wants you to do something.

Find another missing person?

Over 50 houses. My eyes blurred.

Keep quiet.

Read it.

"Since returning to Ozu, I have kept thinking of Mariko.

"If Mariko would come to Ozu.

"And live with me here as my daughter.

"It would be my greatest joy in my remaining years. "

He wants Mariko to live in Ozu?

He's asking you to tell her that.

It might not be a bad idea.

The air's pure there and the water clean.

That mansion has plenty of rooms.

It might be boring at times.

But the people are friendly. No city slickers there.

I'll tell her.

Wait.

A second request.

Another one?

"Three years have now passed since my son's death.

"She should not continue to mourn.

"She should remarry and find happiness."

I can't tell what he's saying.

It's more about her remarriage.

To whom?

To whom?

Read it.

All right.

"My friend, an honest man of pure heart and integrity -

"Torajiro Kuruma is the most suitable for Mariko."

No! This can't be right.

It must be a mistake.

"The one most suitable for Mariko."

What's that?

Brother, this is extremely important.

The lord is saying he wants you to marry her.

How long will it take for a special delivery letter?

There's no need for a fast answer.

Think it over first.

He's growing older. He must be impatient.

Calm down.

Calm down?

What a shocker. I don't know what to do.

That lord is so naive.

I feel suddenly tired.

I'm going upstairs to sleep for a while.

I'm home now.

Welcome back.

I'm all tired out.

You're back. Enjoyed it?

My classmates all talked about their grandchildren only.

Tora, when will you marry?

I have no idea.

Gather around, everyone, boys and girls of Tokyo.

You've been very kind.

I've decided to move to a country town in Shikoku.

I appreciate your long patronage. I'm slashing prices.

No profit is intended. All I need is train fare.

Why not take a close look?

At famous department stores...

Lovely girls would sell these for 2,000 or 3,000 yen.

But not here today.

It's because this is my last sale in Tokyo.

I don't need money. A rich man is adopting me.

Who laughed?

All prices slashed!

Arai!

You forgot this.

How nice to see you again.

Something special?

I thought of phoning you first.

Brother said I should meet you.

About what?

Maybe at lunch time?

I was on the early shift.

I'm already through today.

Uncle.

Did Sakura go and talk with Mariko?

Welcome back.

Hi!

Oh, were you here?

I just dropped in but I'm staying for supper.

That's fine.

I should've bought a present for you.

Bananas.

You were very kind the other day.

Even a present.

Did I bother you by visiting your apartment?

Not at all. It made me very happy.

It was kind of Sakura to visit me today.

Why did you go to see her?

About the lord's letter.

Oh, that?

Both issues?

No, only one.

Now, what?

Mariko says she wants time to think about living in Ozu.

Think it over carefully before answering.

Living with that old man could be hard.

So it's better to consider it carefully.

I wonder if I should tell you.

My ultimate decision is made, so I'll tell you.

But I feel somewhat bashful.

Why not spill it out?

Want them to disappear?

I'd rather have them stay.

Hello?

Well, then, I'll say it.

Do you remember that day when we met in Ozu by chance?

Your unexpected kindness at that time touched my heart.

It gave me a peace of mind. I reached...

A decision to marry again.

To whom?

A fellow worker at the same company.

It may not be so soon.

He says he's willing to wait until I feel ready.

I'm sure your late husband would wish for your happiness, too.

Thank you.

I wouldn't mind living with Father in that quiet town.

But I'm still young. I can't tell the future.

Yet, my choice is made even if it means hardship.

I feel sorry for Father but, Tora, will you tell him?

Sure. I'll tell him.

Now that it's settled, let's drink.

Sakura, bring the food.

Sakura, you said something odd.

What?

"Only one issue."

Was there more?

It wasn't important.

It makes me curious.

There were two things. The second one was your remarriage.

Really? Who was mentioned?

Your father's friend. A nice person.

Under the circumstances, the only answer is "no."

Isn't that so?

Yes... I suppose so.

He will be disappointed. But it can't be helped.

Well, now.

What?

Your supper...?

You must be hungry.

Somehow I feel very tired. I'll go upstairs and lie down.

What's wrong with him? He seems drained of energy.

He looks sturdy but he's really not that strong.

He tires very easily. Right?

Yes. Let's have supper, Sakura.

Mitsuo?

Mitsuo's at the factory.

Mistuo! Supper!

Mariko feels very grateful…

But because of the reason mentioned… … …

She cannot accept your invitation…

Are you listening?

Please don't be too disappointed.

My brother should be the one to phone you.

Work suddenly came up and he left the house in a hurry.

Please stay in the best of health and live a long life…

Hello? Hello?

I'll hang up now. Excuse me. Goodbye.

Vanished are the dreams of Tora and the lord.

Starting to rain hard.

Let's go home.

Brother extends his best regards to you.

Did Tora say anything when leaving?

"Be happy with Hiroshi" again?

Aside from that, he was worried about Mariko.

Leaning against a pillar, he said:

"The man who marries Mariko...

"Won't be jealous of her former husband, will he?"

Mariko selected him because he's not that kind of a man.

That's right.

That's what I told Brother.

The train came in just then.

While boarding it, he asked.

"Does such a man really exist?"

He seemed to be doubtful.

Let's go.

Good night.

Hello. Is that you, Aunty?

I'm in a terrible fix in the midst of this heat.

I'm a prisoner in Ozu.

Yes, I'm in Ozu - Ozu on Shikoku Island.

It's so hot I thought you had gone north.

Sakura! Tora is phoning from Ozu.

He's in Ozu.

What are you doing in Ozu?

Sakura? I felt sorry for the lonely lord.

So I came to cheer him up. I've been here since.

You shouldn't impose on him. Make your excuses and leave.

You're wrong. The lord won't let me go.

I've tried to escape.

But the steward watches me.

Once, I made it to Matsuyama.

But he was waiting at the port.

I don't know what to do.

Him already...

Sakura, come and rescue me.

Or I'm stuck here all my life.

Come quickly. Bye.

Please return to the mansion.

I'm going back to Tokyo.

Don't say such things. Just come with me.

The lord is happy when you are with him.

Look here. I'm not the lord's retainer.

I know that. I've an idea.

Fireworks tonight. Let's go with Ozu beauties.

I've seen enough of Ozu beauties - your country geisha.

Don't say that.

He's calling you.

Don't block traffic!

The End