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A Shochiku Film

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A diamond ring. Like it?

Sakura. The boss is in love with you.

When your dad was sick in bed...

The boss gave you a lot of money.

He's been kind to you ever since.

Repay his kindness, or you'll be damned.

Don't say that. You're spoiling the mood.

Stop it!

Hiroshi!

Hiroshi? Is he your lover?

Yes! We're in love!

In love?

Pig! She's the boss's sweetheart.

You think money can buy a girl's heart?

Get him!

Stop it!

You're Tora of Macao!

Tora of Macao?

So we finally meet.

I'll send you to hell tonight.

Kill him!

You're under arrest!

It's me.

Do not resist.

Officer. I've been waiting for this.

The law also has mercy.

Thank you.

Young man.

Study hard and become a great lawyer.

And make your girl happy.

I will.

Could you be...?

Thanks to you, we'll be able to be happy together.

May I have your name?

I'm from Shibamata, by the Edogawa River.

My father's grave is there. Visit it sometime.

Brother.

It's you!

Brother!

Sir.

Tora of Macao is also human.

Brother...

Only a dream?

Sour!

Tora-san's Dream Come True

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

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

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

But people call me Tora, Kaoru Yachigusa as Chiyo the street peddler…

Kaoru Yachigusa as Chiyo

No matter where Igo, Kaoru Yachigusa as Chiyo

No matter where Igo,

I'm just a scamp who relies upon the kindness of the people Imeet…

Tatsuo Matsumura as Uncle

Chieko Misaki as Aunty

Masaaki Tsuzaka as Noboru

Gin Maeda as Hiroshi

Yoshio Yoshida as Boss Chojiro

Kenichiro Kawamura as Detective Takagaki

Masao Shimizu as Prof. Yunaka

Masakane Yonekura as Okakura

Chishu Ryu as the High Priest

Kinuyo Tanaka as the old family mistress

Producer: Kiyoshi Shimazu

Planned by Yukio Takashima Shun'ichi Kobayashi

Written by Yoji Yamada Yoshitaka Asama

Cinematography: Tetsuo Takaba

Art Direction: Kiminobu Sato

Music: Naozumi Yamamoto

Sound Recording: Hiroshi Nakamura

Sound Mixing: Ryuji Matsumoto

Lighting: Yoshifumi Aoki

Editing: Iwao Ishii

Original Story and Directed by Yoji Yamada

Don't hang around here.

I sent you on an errand.

If you play all day, you'll end up like Tora.

TORA IS A FOOL

Sakura! Here's a bride.

Sachiko!

Beautiful.

Congratulations!

You don't look like a tomboy anymore.

Don't laugh. Mind your make-up.

Congratulations.

Be happy.

Thank you.

Fortunately it's a sunny day.

The tomboy's finally getting married.

She grew up fast.

What's funny?

The boss is in love with her.

No!

Yes. He confessed, while drinking.

And said. "I wish I were twenty years younger."

With that face!

Don't say that.

That was Tora!

He went away.

He'll be back. Be quiet.

You think I'll be back? You're wrong.

Damn it...

Strange.

Not yet?

He's late. Maybe he's gone away again.

Big trouble! Tora's back.

Where is he?

At my shop. Snapping at the workers.

Blaming them for talking about him while he's away.

Who talks bad about you? Sakura always worries about you.

Don't give me that.

I saw her.

Your wife was laughing like a clown.

Laughing doesn't mean blaming.

You laugh only when you blame others?

What? Don't act smart.

I'll find out what they're talking about.

Move aside!

I said, move aside!

It's him.

What's he doing?

Say something nice.

President, Tora is a nice man.

Yes. I've never seen a nice man like him. Have you?

That's what I've been thinking. Have you?

He may act wild, but he has a heart.

He has a heart. But he doesn't look it.

I've never seen a nice man like him.

I've always thought so.

I never think of him without tears.

How true.

Besides... you know...

Say something nice.

He's leaving.

He's gone.

Did he get mad?

Our conversation sounded phony.

Because you're a bad actor.

You overacted badly.

I tried my best.

Don't argue.

I don't think it worked.

Don't worry. He was touched by your kindness.

I'm sure he understood us.

I want him to hear that.

Hiroshi. The truth is I'm too ashamed to face them.

Brother.

I'm sorry.

Sakura...

I'm a real pervert.

How could I doubt such kind people?

Come in.

I can't face them.

You all right?

I'm okay.

He looks tired.

Help him.

Thanks, workers.

Thanks.

I confess I'm a real pervert with a dirty mind.

I was going to blame gentle people like you.

That's enough. We understand.

But my twisted mind...

You're wrong. We know you have a heart.

I'm so ashamed. I wish I could hide.

Have a drink.

Pass me the soy.

I said the soy.

Soy sauce!

Excuse me.

High Priest!

The whole family is here. Isn't that nice?

It's been a long time, High Priest.

I'm glad you're looking good.

Thank you.

The President told me you decided to reform.

That's very good.

I thought I should come and praise you.

Thank you very much.

As you see, we're together again.

You must be glad.

Yes. Thank you.

That's nice.

Congratulations.

You've had a hard life, but it's over.

I must have troubled you a lot, President.

It's all past now, except the good memories.

Really?

All he needs now is a wife.

Yes!

Not so soon. I haven't even found a decent job yet.

What do you say, Hiroshi?

A blessed marriage will lead to a decent life.

Sure?

Sure.

Some men lead wild lives when they're young.

But they become hard workers when married.

Like you.

Men are mysterious.

Thank you.

I'm glad you think so.

I guess it's time to take your advice.

But you're particular about girls.

No way.

I know I'm not the greatest, and can't be too choosey.

Whoever you guys choose, I won't say no.

Just bring her on.

Very well.

I'll help you find a wife.

President, will you help him, too?

I'll do anything for him. I'd strip if necessary.

I'll look high and low.

Thank you.

It's nice to see people praising each other.

We must see goodness in everybody. Men progress that way.

Thank you.

I'll be going.

Thank you for coming.

He's right. We must praise each other.

He's a wise man.

The temple bell.

Gen is ringing it with all his heart.

IDIOT!

Good morning.

Breakfast is almost ready.

Where's Uncle? Goofing off?

What are you saying? He's looking for your bride.

And so is your sister, her husband and his boss.

If they find many girls, some of them will cry later.

We'll take care of it.

What should I do?

Just sit tight and wait.

Hopefully?

I'll be waiting.

I'm back.

Have supper.

Find a bride?

Not in town. Whenever I mention Tora, they instantly refuse.

The same.

I asked my coworkers, but they refused to offer their relatives.

I see.

It's his own fault.

How about you?

It was terrible.

I said, "I found a groom for your daughter."

She said, "You don't mean Tora, do you?"

I couldn't say no.

I said I did.

Her daughter burst out crying.

Her old man got so mad he kicked me out.

I lost one of my clients.

Oh, no!

I heard you.

Hello? Toraya speaking.

Hold the line, please.

He wants to talk about Tora.

I see.

Hello. Kuruma speaking.

He's my nephew.

His occupation?

His occupation...

What'll I say?

What am I?

He's a salesman.

What do you sell?

Books.

Books. He's in the publishing business.

School?

Shibamata Grade School and Katsushika Commercial School.

He graduated sooner than others.

After that?

Not Tokyo University.

Not a college or a high school.

How can I explain?

With my family, education is...

Experience.

That's it.

A cheap college means nothing.

He learned on the job rather than in school.

What? Hobby?

Traveling.

It's traveling.

He likes to travel. He travels all year round.

His health?

He's as healthy as one can be. Never been ill.

He's gentle in character.

Honest and decent.

He's been too shy to find a wife.

I haven't told you his name yet.

It's Torajiro Kuruma.

What? That Tora?

You know him?

"Fool?"

We're not making a fool of you.

Hello? Hello?

He hung up.

What happened?

Tora is famous. Everybody knows about him.

Let's have a drink.

Brother...

We can't find a girl around here.

Tomorrow I'll go to another part of Tokyo.

Or the country.

Let's go up the river. Maybe we can catch a girl or two.

Is it fun fishing for my wife?

Octopus! Why don't you cast your net over the whole town?

Stop it!

Shut up!

You too.

You're making fun of me. Marriage is a serious matter.

You people are sadistic.

Don't say that!

That's too much.

You've got no right to protest.

That's enough.

He even canceled his appointment at the tax office.

What about the tax office?

You work and make money. It's your duty to pay tax.

Pay them before you're locked up.

How can you say that?

You never pay any tax.

Are you on his side?

Pay it once in a while.

Why? Did the tax office ever ask me?

What's the idea?

Stop it!

Stop it!

Tora! Get out!

Get out!

That means we're through.

Yes, we are!

Hear that?

How they treat me?

What have I done wrong?

I'm the one who suffers around here.

Right?

Yes.

But who suffers the most?

Not you.

But Uncle and Aunty.

I know, Sakura.

It's you.

Brother.

It was only yesterday we heard we must praise each other.

Winter is coming. A hard season for a business like yours.

I'm used to it.

Thank you for the treat.

How delicious!

Is your name Torajiro?

Do you know a man named Tamesaburo?

Tamesaburo? You mean the one from Iga?

I ran into him on the road a few times.

Any trouble?

No. My late mother-in-law was fond of him.

He used to drop in here.

He told us interesting stories about his trips.

His stories amused us women very much.

His visit always made us happy.

Is that so? I remember him as a comedian.

One hot day last summer...

He came unexpectedly, sat there and ate his lunch like you.

He told us stories of his trips as usual.

Suddenly he felt sick. He wanted to take a rest.

I let him rest in the back room.

He couldn't get up again. He died three days later.

Died in his sleep. It was as peaceful as that.

I wanted to call his family.

I knew he was from Iga. I sent somebody there, but in vain.

Died peacefully in this house. I thought it was Buddha's will.

So we held his funeral and buried him near here.

He was a quiet man and never gave us any trouble.

His belongings.

Thank you for being kind to him.

He must have troubled you.

If you have time, will you visit his grave?

What is it?

Bring more sake.

The people next door are noisy. Tell them to be quiet.

Are you from Tokyo?

My sister's there.

Where's your home town?

My home is in the suburbs of Tokyo.

Shibamata.

I've been away a long time.

I wonder what my uncle and aunt are doing.

Buddy!

Damn you!

You heard me?

Sure.

You're from Shibamata?

The man called Tora, the street peddler?

Buddy!

Noboru!

What are you doing?

Leading a decent life.

Bring more sake. It's a party.

Japan started with a Yamato Province.

Islands started with Awaji.

The first thief was Goemon, the first gambler Chohan.

Come on, take a look!

Osen died from hard labor.

I traveled from Yotsuya, Akasaka and got here...

Buddy, what time is it?

"Noboru, I like traveling with you.

"But it's no good for you. I'll go alone.

"Don't follow me.

"Settle down and lead a decent life."

Buddy!

"There's no future working like this. Tora."

Thank you, everyone.

Take care of my nephew.

It's a dingy place.

All he needs is quiet.

He has a lot of books.

How do you like the room?

They're kind. Ask for whatever you want.

Please do.

Scholars are funny creatures. As a child, he seldom talked.

Cola, Aunty.

Don't call me that.

"Aunty"?

The theory's negative.

You can't say that.

Why not?

It's not negative, though it lacks persuasive power.

That means it has no universal validity.

It can't explain the emission.

They're talking about difficult things.

He's the genius of geniuses, they say.

Mitsuo, grow up to be a man like him.

You're a bright boy like your parents.

You look like your uncle. Your face got wide like Tora's.

Are you sure he won't come back?

If he does, he can use another room.

But he hates that type of man.

Hello.

I saw you passing my shop.

So I brought this. Will you made a dress for me?

Why not?

Beautiful color.

It's cheap. Is it enough?

Enough for a one-piece.

And, the lining?

Something beige.

I have some.

I'll bring it.

Will you be here?

Until tonight.

Have some tea.

Later.

She looks young. Because she's beautiful.

I sure don't want Tora to come back now.

Sakura, we're bound to have big trouble.

Listen, Toraya...

Mr. Okakura. This is my boss.

He's a university professor. He's staying here.

How do you do?

I'm the president of Asahi Printing.

He lives upstairs.

Welcome to such a dingy place.

"Dingy"? This isn't your house.

No difference.

Is something funny, Mr. Okakura?

It's about a 3-dimension ball flying in a 4-dimension space.

The flight of a 4-dimension ball looks like a line.

Time on this side of the line differs from that on the other.

Therefore, the flying ball looks like a rosary.

Interesting.

Understand?

Did you know Tora is back?

Where?

Here in Shibamata.

Gen saw him by the river at sunset.

What'll you do?

Don't ask me.

Brother!

Sakura!

Hi, President.

Welcome home.

How are you?

Fine.

Good.

The boy?

He's fine, too.

Next.

As usual.

Next.

I'm busy as usual.

I see.

I was near here on business. So I dropped in.

It's my home.

Come on in.

I think there's somebody I don't know in the house.

He's munching on pickles. Who is he?

Let me introduce him.

Mr. Okakura, the High Priest's nephew.

A professor.

His apartment is being rebuilt.

So he came to stay here for a while.

Mr. Okakura. This is my brother I mentioned.

Professor?

An intellect?

That's fine.

Brother!

Thank you.

Excuse me.

You all right?

Brother!

This happened before.

You slept in the storeroom.

Please don't let it upset you this time.

Sakura.

What?

While traveling I suddenly felt autumn in the air.

Then the face of a Jizo statue shining in the evening glow.

A lone crow cried.

Then... I started to feel...

I had to lead a decent life and please my uncle and aunt.

When I hurried back, what was waiting for me?

Look at the cold, devilish faces of my family.

I was a fool.

Don't say anything. I'll never come back again.

I'll work pulling a cart in a faraway town.

Good evening.

Sakura, I may not see you again for the rest of my life.

Wherever I am, I'll be praying for your happiness.

Bye.

Aren't you... Tora?

Chiyo?

Tora!

Chiyo!

What are you doing?

It's been ages.

You remember her? The kimono-dealer's daughter, my classmate.

She's running a beauty parlor.

She sells fruit?

Not a fruit parlor. A beauty parlor over there.

Oh, a beauty parlor.

You remember her?

With her protruding forehead she looked like an onion.

Onion? A pretty girl like her?

You used to walk hand-in-hand with her.

You were called "Big Onion" and "Small Onion".

And you came to help us.

You remember that?

You used to wet your bed and clothes. Are you cured?

I thought you'd say that when we met.

You haven't changed. You look the same.

They called you a peach of a pair.

I laughed a lot.

I've brought some cloth for lining.

Good night.

Why don't you have some tea?

I have a customer. Will you be staying for a while?

I'll be staying.

I'm glad to see you.

What do you do?

A decent job as usual.

See you later.

Come again.

Very well...

Hiroshi.

What does Chiyo's husband do?

Her husband?

She's married?

I heard she divorced two years ago.

Right, Uncle?

I heard such a rumor.

Just a rumor, I guess.

Really? I'm sorry for her.

Sakura, the storeroom is empty, isn't it?

Yes.

Many things happened today. I'm tired.

Go to bed.

Let's call it a day.

I'm worn out.

The boy fell asleep.

It's terrible. What'll happen next?

This is a new case.

The worst case. I've been worried about it.

Be quiet! This isn't a coffee shop!

It's been thought electrons are transmitted straight, but...

Quantum mechanics says they're transmitted in waves.

Their movement is subject to this equation.

Better cut it later.

Please take a look.

Excuse me.

What is it?

A gas stove.

You the master? The slip.

Go ahead.

What're you doing? Help him.

Be careful.

Snap it up.

Where'll we put it?

Oh, my.…

Thank you!

Here? There?

Over there.

Over there, then.

Be careful.

It's fragile. Put it down gently.

Thank you for the treat.

Leaving?

Thanks a lot.

If something's wrong with the stove, fix it immediately.

Take it.

Thank you.

Goodbye.

Thank you. You helped me a lot.

I need a man in my house.

If you need me, just phone. I'm always available.

Thank you.

How much?

Never mind. It's my shop.

No. I'll pay.

Welcome back.

You're here?

Tora has been a great help.

I'll introduce you. This is Chiyo, an old friend of mine.

Professor Okakura of Tokyo University.

He's staying in the room upstairs.

How do you do? My name is Chiyo Shimura.

How do you do?

He's back.

Where was he?

At Chiyo's.

Ladies and gentlemen, you worked hard today. Thanks.

I'm drunk.

How?

I had a drink with Chiyo. Just the two of us.

All right?

Chiyo lives alone with her assistants.

Don't bother her.

Never mind. She's my old friend.

What did you talk about?

You.

We agreed you're a greedy old man.

Damn it!

She never blames others.

She praised Mr. Okakura.

How?

"He looks wonderful. He's a great professor."

She likes him.

You all right?

Are you okay? Don't be upset. Calm down.

Don't worry. It'll pass...

Let's call it a day.

My room is this way. His room is that way.

Give him a washbowl.

Are you all right?

It wasn't a fatal amount.

He's standing in front of Chiyo's shop all day.

Tell him not to bother her.

I'm busy making her dress.

I understand.

Where is he?

I don't know. Probably at her shop.

He said he'd pull a cart for a living?

Shorts, please.

What kind?

Not these.

They must be white.

Made of cotton. Preferably with a string.

But I don't think you have any with a string.

Mr. Okakura. Are you buying something?

You need a helper.

Let me help you.

What are you buying?

No white shorts.

Red or pink, any color will do.

How much?

What do you study?

Elemental particle theory.

That's too difficult for me to understand.

It's still under the international level.

Excuse me.

Your collar.

I'll be going. Goodbye.

"I can't stop loving you..."

I knew from the start.

Love at first sight. He can't forget her.

He dreams of her night and day. He's in love.

I know these things.

He's reading an English book. But his mind isn't there.

All he sees is Chiyo's face. I can tell.

That can't be true.

You doubt it?

His brain is packed with theories. No room for love.

He wouldn't fall in love. Unlike you.

That's funny.

You mean only bums like me fall in love?

People like the professor don't?

That's right.

Is love only for bums?

Sure.

No. Anybody can fall in love.

That's right.

Love is man's beautiful sentiment.

You know because you experienced it.

When you fell in love with Sakura...

You thought of nothing but her.

Everything looked like her face.

Not quite.

No?

I had to eat, I had to work.

Is that so?

Was that the way you felt about Sakura?

Listen. Love is never that simple.

When you're in love, you think of her even in the can.

You feel your heart is warmed and softened.

Even the softest sound... a needle falling miles away...

It stimulates your ears with a gentle excitement.

You feel like you want to do anything for her.

What if she asks you to die for her?

Then die immediately.

That's love.

Isn't that right?

Mine was an arranged marriage.

Go home.

Hiroshi. What about you?

I didn't feel that way.

Did you?

No.

None of you felt that way? You can't say you're happy.

Not as happy as you are.

What do you mean?

You're happy.

I'm not.

You look like the happiest one of all.

I don't.

No kidding.

You are happy.

We all say Tora is happy.

That's funny.

Why do you all say that?

You're mocking me. You think I'm a fool?

No way!

Yes!

What do you want?

I'm studying. Will you please be quiet?

I'm sorry.

Good evening.

Chiyo.

Oh, Chiyo. Come on in.

Hello, Mr. Okakura.

Come in, come in.

I brought some cake.

What are you doing?

Where's my German dictionary?

Germ... what?

Never mind. Forget it.

I'm sorry.

Want some tea?

No. He has to study.

Let him join us?

Professor!

I thought you'd like to talk with Chiyo, but...

On second thought, I shouldn't ask that.

You're busy studying. I give up.

Chiyo, how about a drink? Keep me a company.

No. I came for a fitting.

In the next room.

Will you strip when fitting?

Brother!

Are you still there, Professor?

Study hard for us too.

Chiyo, let's have a nice talk later, with some cake.

The Professor works upstairs.

You sure are happy.

Yes, I am.

Here's the report on my studies.

Thank you.

When will you go to America?

I'll decline.

You'll refuse Princeton?

I want to stay in Japan. Excuse me.

"Chiyo. Chiyo. I love you."

You've got the wrong impression.

Your brother is shy. Ever since he was a child.

He teased me in front of people, but nice when alone with me.

He's the same way with you, isn't he?

Yes. That's his way.

Is this a vegetable shop? Two onions side by side!

Why bother with the hair? Better peel off your forehead.

He's impossible.

It's nice to have a brother.

I'm an only child. I envy you.

A big kimono dealer's daughter?

When she got married, her father was deep in debt.

It was a gorgeous wedding. But the next year...

Her father went bankrupt and died.

Then she got a divorce?

Why?

I can't ask her.

Satoshi!

Thank you for the call.

It's like a dream.

I heard this is Shibamata.

You've grown up.

Satoshi, we'll be going!

Can't you stay longer?

No. The teacher wouldn't have allowed me to come alone.

You're right.

Buy some candy with this money.

Eat it with them.

I better go.

Is your father all right?

Go now. They're waiting.

I heard at the beauty parlor.

A boy phoned to talk to Chiyo.

She talked for a few moments, then rushed out.

In thirty minutes, she came back with red eyes.

Poor woman! She isn't free to see her own son.

Too much to bear.

I'll talk to her.

What for?

To cheer her up.

Cheer her up? How?

How? Any suggestions?

Invite her to supper.

Idiot! Why didn't you say that sooner?

What's for supper?

Boiled potatoes.

What a lousy menu!

Haven't you got anything to warm the heart?

Like fried tofu and bamboo shoots.

I'll fix something.

Do that. I'll be going.

Another thing. When I bring her in...

Don't mention "son", "child" or any similar words.

I know.

Sure?

Do your best.

Chiyo is here.

Good evening.

We're poor. We haven't got much to eat, but...

Eat plenty.

Whenever I come here, I feel rested like I'm home.

You like chestnuts?

No. They upset my stomach.

We're not asking you.

Come here, Chiyo.

I like chestnuts.

We invited her.

Where's uncle?

Attending a meeting.

Mr. Okakura?

He's studying.

What's new, Hiroshi? Any news at the shop?

Nothing.

Can't you be more entertaining?

Something's in the paper. Read some columns.

The Arab problem.

That's a problem. What else?

"Consul's son kidnapped. 13-year-old boy."

"13-year-old boy"? No! Any other news?

Read other columns.

This is outrageous!

About what?

I can't forgive her.

What did she do?

A mother left home leaving her baby alone.

Stop! Don't read that.

It's outrageous.

Stop, I tell you. Who told you to read that?

Turn on the TV.

Local news…

What's new today?

The woman who deserted her baby was arrested…

Turn it off!

Professor!

Sing a song.

Sing!

What's the matter?

Go upstairs.

I'll sing.

"Crow, crow, why do you cry?

"In your nest in the mountains..."

Sing, everybody.

"You have seven lovely children."

No.

"A mother horse and her colt..."

No, no.

"A teacher in a sparrows' school..."

Sing!

Stop, Brother.

We asked you to come. But we made you cry. I'm sorry.

Don't be.

Thank you, Tora.

I know you're trying to cheer me up.

I really appreciate it.

Where's the main office?

Over there.

Thank you for this.

He wanted to bring it to you by noon. But he's too weak.

He sent me with it.

How is he?

He's okay. No fever, no runs.

It's his nerves.

What do you mean?

Lovesickness. Not serious.

Will you tell me more exactly?

Bring some tea.

Staying in a room like this gives me a headache.

Gotta take a leak. Be right back.

Stay here.

The john...?

This is a classroom!

Wow!

Howdy! Work hard, students.

Professor, teach them as hard as you can.

Study hard and go to college.

I'm back. The Big Professor was glad.

Thank you.

That's a mighty big school. The tuition must be high.

What's wrong, Professor? You must eat something.

Your disease came from your nerves.

No doctor can cure it.

It's lovesickness.

You don't understand.

My illness is only the first symptom of a cold.

You sure?

Don't look at me that way. Who says I'm in love with Chiyo?

I didn't ask. But you confessed.

Don't be ashamed. Everybody falls in love.

Tora.

Have you ever been in love?

I don't know. Maybe I have.

Then maybe you understand how I feel.

I don't know much about love. I've never studied it.

You're exaggerating. Go to her and tell her. It's simple.

If I could, I would. I wouldn't be suffering.

A man in love hasn't got any sense.

He's crazy.

All he sees is her.

Everything looks like her.

Even your face. As I watch you, it becomes round.

Your eyes become big.

Like an onion?

Onion?

What do you mean?

Chiyo looks like one.

How dare you call her an onion?

What do you look like?

A rectangular flask!

What?

Or a billboard.

Talking about my face?

Fine! Look at yourself.

You're the planking over a gutter.

Underneath you find lots of worms.

Serves you right!

Non... what?

I don't get it.

Reading thick books. What's the use?

I'm sick of you.

Feudalistic!

You want to fight?

What's the matter?

Mr. Okakura...

Brother.

What are you doing?

Thinking.

You think sometimes?

Yeah. Identifying with the intelligentsia.

Look out.

Mitsuo. What're you waiting for? Dive. Dive!

I think he's sorry for the Professor.

He wants to convince Chiyo.

A messenger of love?

Who knows, it might work out just fine.

She and the Professor.

Worried?

Maybe Brother is in love with her, too.

Tora...

Yeah?

What was it you wanted to tell me?

Stop singing and tell me.

It's hard to tell you.

We ate lunch, drank tea. We've been together for four hours.

That long?

Let's go home, then.

No. I closed the shop for this date.

How should I put it?

Maybe you know. You have a keen sense.

Well, I think I do.

That's it. You know.

It took four hours to hear that.

Chiyo... you can't live all alone.

Not a great man, but...

It's about the time to decide.

Yes or no?

If you don't like it, say no.

I won't say no.

You mean yes?

That's a rough proposal.

Can't help it. I'm not good at things like this.

It's okay?

It's almost decided.

I'll phone him.

He'll be so glad he'll go crazy.

Pay phone...?

Wait.

Who's "he"?

The great brain upstairs. Who else?

Mr. Okakura?

Yes.

I imagined someone else.

Who?

You, Tora.

I feel...

I feel at ease when I'm with you.

I feel I'm alive when I'm talking to you.

I feel happy in your company.

I thought I'd like to live with you.

No kidding.

Everyone would be shocked.

I'm not kidding.

That was a lie. I was joking.

Sure. You were joking.

Why don't we go home now?

Sure. Let's go.

I'll finish my shopping.

What's the Professor doing?

He seems tired of waiting.

I wonder if it worked out.

Welcome back.

How did it go?

Is the Professor in?

Send him to my room.

Judging from his looks, it didn't go well.

Maybe he acted badly.

What a mess...

Mr. Okakura.

My brother's back.

He surprised me. He's like Tora.

Tell me yes or no.

I understand. That's enough.

What did Chiyo say? Did she refuse?

If I were Tora, I would have boxed you in the nose.

Wouldn't he?

The way he talked.

He's in danger. Keep your eyes on him.

Brother. It didn't go well, did it?

You told her?

Yes.

Something wrong?

Sakura, to tell the truth...

Forget it.

It doesn't matter.

What happened?

Nothing.

Go downstairs.

Why don't you marry Mr. Okakura?

Don't put on a bold front.

I'll never get married again.

But you're still young.

How would you like to marry Tora?

What's funny?

I'd like to marry him.

But I couldn't. He refused.

I almost thought she meant it.

I did.

No. He'd take your word for it.

I'm serious.

I don't believe it.

He'll never know he had a chance.

"Happy New Year, Chiyo!

"When I remember my days in Shibamata...

"My face reddens in shame.

"Now I lament my folly and repent my sins.

"I hope you won't worry about me.

"Lead a peaceful life.

"I'm mountains away now.

"But I wish you an eternity of happiness."

I said "Chiyo, I know how you feel.

"But please give up on me.

"That's the way of my life."

Poor girl! I pity her.

She cried.

You're making girls unhappy. Don't make her cry.

I didn't mean to.

Better get married quick.

But I...

Idiot.

Thanks for the lunch.

Keep the change. Buy your grandchild some candy.

This isn't enough.

Buddy!

Look at me. She took my coat.

Stupid! You didn't have any money?

Girls, you look warm.

The End