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A Shochiku Film

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It's somewhere in this vast sea.

The deadly shark that turned a peaceful resort.

Into hell on earth.

A week at sea.

Captain Kuruma became impatient.

Damn that shark!

It ate Uncle, Aunty and Sakura 's son Mitsuo.

It bit off the lower half of Genko 's body. Damn shark!

Come out, killer shark!

I'll fight you single-handed! Where are you?!

Fuel's gone.

No more food or water.

His demoniac hate for the shark is what keeps him going.

Brother...

I hear something.

It's Uncle and Aunty.

Sakura!

Hang in there!

I can hear.

Pull yourself together

Uncle and Aunty are dead.

You're lying.

Have you gone nuts?

Uncle! Aunty!

Come on, killer shark!

Mister!

Look!

It's so small.

It bit me!

Watch out!

Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika.

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

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

Kuruma is my family name. Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora And my given name is Torajiro.

Kuruma is my family name. And my given name is Torajiro.

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

Chieko Baisho as Sakura

But people call me Tora, Chieko Baisho as Sakura the street peddler.

But people call me Tora, the street peddler.

Kiwako Taichi as Botan

Masami Shimojo as Uncle

Chieko Misaki as Aunty

Gin Maeda as Hiroshi

Hisao Dazai as President

Gajiro Sato as Genko

Hayato Nakamura as Mitsuo

Senri Sakurai as the Tourist Section Chief

Akira Terao as the clerk

Asao Sano as Kito

Hideji Otaki as Taigado Owner

Chishu Ryu as the High Priest

Yoshiko Okada as Shino

Jukichi Uno as Seikan Ikenouchi

Producer: Toru Najima

Planned by Yukio Takashima, Shun'ichi Kobayashi

Written by Yoji Yamada, Yoshitaka Asama

Cinematography: Tetsuo Takaba

Art Direction: Mitsuo Degawa

Music: Naozumi Yamamoto

Sound Recording: Hiroshi Nakamura

Sound Mixing: Ryuji Matsumoto

Lighting: Yoshifumi Aoki

Editing: Iwao Ishii

Original Story and Directed by Yoji Yamada

Congratulations Mitsuo

Starting school?

I almost forgot. Hiroshi reminded me.

This is for Mitsuo.

Thank you.

From the President.

Thanks.

It's not much, though.

Take a rest.

They'll be back soon.

Mitsuo's in grade school already?

It was only yesterday he was a baby.

We grow older.

Anything from Tora?

About Mitsuo's school.

He wouldn't remember.

Still, he's Mitsuo's uncle.

Look.

Aunty...

Isn't Mitsuo starting grade school?

I thought so. He grew up.

Time flies like an arrow.

Hi!

President. Uncle.

We were talking about you.

Yeah? Glad you're well.

Where's Sakura? And Mitsuo?

They'll be back soon.

Give me something to put money in.

What for?

It's a gift for Mitsuo.

Tora, I'm glad you did remember.

Sakura will be so happy.

After all, I'm his uncle.

I can't give him much. I'm poor.

It's the thought that counts.

I see you've matured.

500 yen isn't enough?

The amount doesn't matter.

They're back.

Brother!

How are you? Okay?

Tora remembered Mitsuo was starting school.

What's wrong? You seem depressed.

Brother...

I'm vexed.

What happened?

Tell us.

After the ceremony, the kids went into a classroom.

The teacher called their names.

They all answered "here"?

When Mitsuo's turn came.

The teacher looked at him and said:

"You're Tora's nephew?" They burst out laughing.

What's funny?

Who's the teacher?

Why?

I'll have the principal fire him.

Teachers like that make the kids grow up as bums.

What's his name?

It's not the teacher's fault. It was the kids.

They shouldn't have laughed.

The parents or the kids?

Both. They all laughed.

The scum!

Why didn't you tell them off?

Tell them a rat-trap like that is too good for your son.

You'll put Mitsuo in a decent school.

Mitsuo, forget that lousy school. I'll find a good one.

A first-class one.

What'll it cost?

They didn't ridicule us.

You said they laughed.

You laughed, too, Octopus.

I'm sorry.

I apologize.

Consider this:

What if he'd asked if Mitsuo was the prime minister's son?

Who would laugh? Nobody.

But he was Tora's nephew. So they laughed.

What else could they do?

Come outside!

It's Mitsuo's first day at school!

Uncle, don't you care?

Of course I do. Of course!

But think it over.

They laughed at you because you're asinine.

It's your fault.

Reflect on that.

What did I do?

All I did was come home. Right?

I came to congratulate Mitsuo on entering school.

I was doing my job as his uncle.

Why pick on me?

What did I do wrong?

Brother, that's enough.

Shut up!

All this because you came home crying.

How can you say that?

What an insult! I'll get drunk.

Let's start the party, all right, Sakura?

A special meal.

Congratulations - Tora

Congratulations!

Tora against the prime minister? That's not fair!

We're to blame, too. We got carried away.

He came back after 6 months, and he's gone already.

Toraya speaking.

Brother?

Where are you?

Ueno?

I'm taking a train.

I left my suitcase there.

Will you tell Genko to bring it? Tell him to hurry.

Repenting? Who is?

We are. All of us. It's true.

You never tell lies or cheat people.

You haven't done anything bad.

Hiroshi is here. He said.

There's no difference between you and the prime minister.

Everybody's equal. So come home.

Aunty says she'll cook a nice meal for you.

So come home. All right?

If you insist, I'll come home.

But not now. I'm drinking.

Don't worry. I have money.

Hot sake.

Mister, pay your bill.

My name is Ikenouchi. I'll send someone to pay.

Wait a minute.

Don't talk snotty!

I don't care who you are. Pay!

I never carry money.

"I never carry money?"

Now, you stay put.

What is it?

Where you from?

Hokkaido.

Your father back home must be about his age.

I bet he worries about you.

This man came to drink, but hasn't even a penny.

He must have his reasons.

We're all poor. We must help one another.

You're right.

But business is business.

Okay. I'll pay for him. How much?

Together with yours...

2,800 yen.

Keep the change.

Let's go, Pop.

Let's go somewhere and drink.

Aunty!

It's Tora.

Aunty, Tora's back!

Why so late? We were waiting.

He's broke. With no place to go. Put him up here.

Who's he?

I don't know.

Aunty...

My room is okay. He can stay there.

I'll sleep here.

What's going on?

Won't your family be worried?

Are you all right?

I'll go to sleep.

Where's my room?

That way?

He's a bum.

He's filthy. Let him stay. Can't be helped.

Not there! It's the back yard. This way.

Go upstairs.

Take off your sandals.

Be careful.

Don't piss there!

You don't mind me pissing here?

No! Idiot!

Is the man upstairs gone?

He's still asleep.

Still asleep?

The nerve of him!

How can he sleep late in a strange house?

I'm worried.

It sometimes happens.

An old man drinks and dies in his sleep.

It does happen, yes.

Go and see.

Why me?

Why not you?

You'd better go.

Anyone around? Come!

At least he's alive.

You're awake?

Sleep well?

What's that factory? The noise bothers me.

Don't ask too much.

Wash up. I'll fix breakfast.

I want tea first. With a pickled plum.

And a bath. Is it prepared?

The old goat!

I was kind enough to offer him breakfast.

But he wants a bath first.

What'll I do?

You don't have to give him anything.

Sure. Give him an inch, he'll take a mile.

I'll put him in his place now.

I hate to mention it, but...

Will you clear away the bed?

The bed.

Is my bath ready?

Not yet!

Make it quick.

All right, I will!

Good morning.

Watch out.

How rare to see you working!

You back?

What did you study?

Math and stuff.

Your son?

Good boy.

His father?

He looks like you. Tea.

Damn you!

Boss...

Aunty, who's he?

I don't know. Ask Tora.

Where's Brother?

Out peddling.

You can't do business sleeping.

Hangover.

We should've rested today.

Buy my lovely monkeys...

He wouldn't leave even after breakfast.

He just sat here.

He stared at us while we were working. Eerie eyes!

His eyes are unusual. They're sharp.

Like a criminal's eyes.

He may be a pickpocket. Maybe he's on the run.

So what happened?

I got back from shopping - he demanded a pillow.

He took a nap, snoring!

Some guy! Then what?

He woke up at five and talked to me.

He said, "Where am I?"

He didn't know?

He's strange.

What did you say?

That he was in Shibamata. In Katsushika.

He said, "Prepare eel for supper."

The nerve!

I've never seen such brass!

What then?

Uncle told him off.

I told him:

We're hardworking, and we don't often eat eel.

We eat it only once or twice a month on special occasions.

That's the only time we can afford it.

I said it was cheeky for a bum like him to demand eel.

He agreed. Stood up and walked out.

He's gone.

Didn't even thank us.

Not even a word?

Not a word. He simply left.

He's like a thief.

I put up with him for your sake. Since he was your guest.

I should have punched him.

I'd have kicked him out.

I know how you feel. I'm sorry for the trouble.

But put yourselves in his place.

He's poor. He lives in a shack.

With his son, his wife and grandchildren.

He has no space even in his own home.

What does he hear?

His son and his lousy wife talking in hushed tones.

"Darling, I met my friend today.

"She said her father-in-law died. I felt envious.

"My father-in-law is still alive."

"Don't say that. Perhaps we are better off now."

"Than his slobbering after a stroke."

"Yes. He may not be kind enough to die suddenly."

"Let's go to sleep, dear."

"Put out the light."

It's hell for an old man!

He wanted to get away from his son's bitching.

And get a good night's sleep.

I know how he feels.

Think it won't happen to you, Octopus? Think about it.

Think your son will love you forever?

How naive!

Maybe you're right.

We did the right thing last night.

We made that old man happy.

I guess so...

I got drunk and didn't feel like going home.

I'll stay here. No supper. I ate eel.

Someone's there.

What is it?

I came to collect his bill. Will you pay?

Enough of this!

Never mind. I'll pay for him.

I'll talk to him later.

Hard worker, eh? Show me.

Only 600 yen? Not bad.

6,000 yen.

You sure?

That's 100 yen...

We aren't throwing you out.

We know you're broke.

You can stay here if you like.

But don't go out and eat eel and expect us to pay.

Be more considerate. This isn't an inn.

Not an inn?

This is not an inn?

You thought this was an inn?

That's a surprise.

How could this dump be an inn?

It's a sweets shop. My uncle and aunt run it.

That's why they're blunt. Especially her.

Of course they are. Actually, they're pretty angry.

I know.

I'm sorry.

I must do something.

Forget it.

We aren't asking for money.

Just show them your gratitude when you leave.

Get money from your daughter-in-law.

And send them some cake. They'll be happy.

It's not enough. What'll I do?

The damage is already done.

I know what I'll do.

Will you lend me paper and a brush?

What for?

You'll see.

If possible, a canvas.

Sorry, no canvas.

Then, paper. Please hurry.

What a bother!

I see.

It really wasn't an inn?

Aunty, paper.

Toilet paper? Get it yourself.

No. Paper and a brush to sketch with.

Look around there.

What a blunt woman!

What an awful brush!

Don't complain. It's not your house.

What are you going to draw?

Be quiet.

You've got an attitude. An old man should be more servile.

Are you like that at home?

Poor daughter-in-law!

What are they? Onions?

No. Jewels - to bring you good fortune.

Take this to Taigado, a book shop in Kanda.

Taigado, you say?

Near the intersection. Easy to find it.

What'll I do there?

The owner is like a monster... with big eyes.

Ask him to buy this at any price he likes.

He's tight. He won't pay too much. But he'll give you money.

No kidding.

How can I do that with this? It's like fraud.

It's nothing like that.

Your time won't be wasted. You'll see. Now, go.

I often go to Kanda. I might as well.

Good. Stop by there.

Taigado in Kanda?

What a mess...

Please go.

Taigado

Want a book?

Not particularly.

I want you to see something.

A funny old man at my place.

He drew a weird picture.

He said a monster who owns Taigado...

I didn't say it, he did.

He said you'd buy it. So I came.

His name?

I didn't ask.

What kind of picture? Oil or water color?

He just doodled on a child's drawing pad.

We'd better forget about it.

Wait. At least let me take a look.

It's hardly worth it. But if you insist...

Lots of hack artists around.

To make a living, they'll do a forgery...

Let me see.

What's funny?

Seikan? Of all people, you use his name?

Seikan's one of the greatest today.

He's famous for not painting trifles.

Remember that, if you want to forge his work.

Wait...

Who gave you this?

I said, a funny old man.

Cut it out. I haven't done anything wrong.

Give it back, I'm leaving.

You want to sell it? How much?

I can't pay much. It's a doodle.

What's your price?

I had to pay train fare.

Too much! Out of the question.

It figures. I'll come down.

How about...?

Only half?

I'll add one extra. How about this? Okay?

Guess so.

Receipt for 60,000!

What did you say? 60,000 yen?

No? All right, I'll go up one more.

70,000 yen!

Sakura!

Don't get excited.

Give it back! You can do anything, but this is wrong!

Silly! Calm down and listen.

That little picture the old man drew.

I sold it for 70,000 yen.

Liar!

I knew you wouldn't believe me.

But that man's a great painter.

Name's...

Ikenouchi... something like that.

Seikan?

Yeah. Seikan Ikenouchi.

I thought he looked familiar.

You're right! It's him - Seikan Ikenouchi.

You know him?

I saw pictures of him. It's him.

No problem about how to make a living now.

Hiroshi can quit work.

Uncle can close this shop.

We can lead a life of Iuxury starting right now.

Eat whatever you like.

When the money runs out, just have him paint pictures.

We'll sell them.

Aunty, where is he?

He left. What a relief!

He left?

He gives you his regards.

Fool! Why did you let him go?!

70,000 yen!

It's too late!

He left two hours ago!

Seikan Ikenouchi...

Welcome home. Mr. Ikenouchi's returned.

I stayed out two nights. Sorry.

Dressed like that!

Where were you?

Why did a great artist stay here?

Two nights.

He had his reasons for not wanting to stay at his home.

He may have an unhappy life.

But he's rich.

Being rich doesn't mean being happy.

I said awful things to such a great artist.

I'm so ashamed.

Me too. I preached to him of all people.

I had him take care of Mitsuo.

He played with him.

That's stupid!

He didn't look like a great man.

More like a bum.

What are you saying?

Since when do looks matter?

This happened because you judged him by his looks.

I'm sorry.

It's your fault.

You should've treated him kindly.

Then, he might've decided to stay.

We could've lived on his doodles.

It's your fault.

When you brought him here, you said he was broke.

He looked like it.

You just said looks don't matter.

That's not the point, idiot!

You let the blue bird escape.

He's gone. Forget it.

I don't want to work any more.

Just think, 70,000 yen for a doodle!

We've got to break our backs to make half that much.

We were born under different stars.

Think so?

Who drew it for you?

That man.

That old man?

Don't, Octopus!

Your fault!

No! You pulled it!

You started it! It's ours!

Now, what'll you do?

I'll pay for it.

Do you know what it's worth?

As much as 70,000 yen.

I'd have to sell my factory.

What factory?

It's a lousy outhouse. Who'd buy it?

It's your fault.

Don't talk like that to him.

Brother, apologize.

Where to?

Whenever there's trouble...

I'm always to blame.

But, Sakura...

Whenever I come home...

I imagine I can live in peace with my family.

I always think that way.

Brother!

I'm sorry...

Don't be...

My brother should have come. But he's on a trip.

I think my husband gave it as a token of thanks.

We didn't do much to deserve it.

It's too much. I'm sure it must be a mistake.

Please take it.

Very well. I'll tell him when he gets back.

He's on a trip?

On business. In Tatsuno, Banshu.

Please give him our regards.

This is for you.

Why, thank you.

Excuse me.

The visitor is leaving.

Banshu has changed. Farmhouses are getting scarce.

But Tatsuno hasn't changed.

The house where you were born is still there.

Do it again.

Who you honking at?

It's you, Pop! What are you doing here?

What about you?

Business.

Pop...

I'd better speak to you with respect.

You're a famous artist.

I took your picture to Kanda. I was shocked out of my wits!

Would you like a ride?

Why not?

Let's get moving.

Is he supposed to come? He's running.

Oh, no!

Idiot!

How careless!

I think he has every reason to be angry.

The mayor...

Go, go.

Here we are.

Show them the way.

Me too?

I'm the mayor. Thank you for coming such a long way.

It's an honor to meet you in person.

You...

Meet Mr. Torajiro Kuruma.

Mr. Kuruma? A pleasure to meet you.

Me too. Thanks for taking care of the old man here.

He's as stubborn as a mule. Always causing trouble.

I'm Sato, Tourist.

He's my assistant.

Will you excuse me for now?

He must be tired.

I'll take you to your inn.

I'll see you later.

I'll go first.

Oh, I'm sorry.

See you later.

Permit me to extend my sincerest greetings.

We have a distinguished guest, a great man born in our city.

Mr. Seikan Ikenouchi.

Speaking for all, I warmly welcome him.

As you know, Mr. Ikenouchi is one of Japan's greatest artists.

His fame is known throughout the world.

I'll disappear soon. You stay.

No way. This isn't for me. Even the sake is lousy.

Please.

I'm dead tired.

I shouldn't have come.

As you know, our city has many beautiful sights.

All are preserved by the great artist Maestro Seikan.

As one of our citizens, it makes me proud.

Indeed, postwar economic prosperity...

Has given wealth to the Japanese people.

At the same time, though, it's brought misfortunes.

One of them is environmental pollution.

I urge you to realize that...

Mere air pollution or sea pollution is not all.

We must watch out for mental pollution!

We must detest mental pollution!

I've been asserting this since I became mayor.

We must protect our beautiful city from such pollution.

And we must develop it into a modern city.

That's a very hard task for us to accomplish...

Come and drink.

Stop eating and sing.

Don't you know?

He's from a samurai family.

Give him a sword.

The chief clerk is from his servant's family.

He'd have to work under him.

So? Feudalism's gone.

Let's drink all night.

I have to work tomorrow.

What're you saying, footman?

Mr. Kuruma.

Good morning, Mr. Kuruma.

Mr. Kuruma.

Your car is ready.

We're going to show you the city.

No thanks. Go with the Maestro.

He says he's ill and to take you in his place.

Mr. Kuruma's ill, too.

Mr. Kuruma!

Bye.

This street is famous for the 47 samurai tale.

The place hasn't changed.

Mr. Ikenouchi painted that building.

It seems he likes it.

Go to the bridge.

That hill is best seen from here.

We are hoping he will paint it.

Next, the Maestro's birth place.

The courthouse... the grade school...

Seikan is its graduate.

Sorry...

Do you mind if I ask?

About the price of Mr. Ikenouchi's paintings.

What should we offer? The Finance chief is worried.

Expensive.

I know. He's a great artist.

I'm not an expert.

Can you guess how much they pay for one of his doodles?

70,000 yen.

70,000 yen for a doodle?

May I have another bowl of noodles?

If you must.

Another bowl of noodles, please!

As you know, our budget is limited. But...

Botan!

Tora! Eating lunch?

Join us.

That painter...?

He isn't here.

See you again this evening.

Excuse me.

Is Shino in?

My name's Ikenouchi.

Mr. Ikenouchi is here to see you.

Remember me?

You're Kazuo. I heard you're in Tatsuno. Come in.

Dance, Mr. Chief Clerk.

He's a good dancer.

You dance, then.

Don't laugh, Botan.

You're laughing.

Are you really leaving tomorrow?

Forget it.

Let's go to a spa and have fun.

Why not?

You're just saying that. I bet you miss your wife.

What wife have I got?

Who'd marry me?

Liar!

Here you are, Romeo!

Will you excuse me?

Good night.

Have you seen my recent paintings?

I saw your exhibition last year in Kyoto.

It included a picture of you.

I know.

It's quiet.

Living here alone. I get lonely when it's too quiet.

Shino...

I'm sorry.

Why?

I'm responsible for your life.

You haven't changed - the way you talk.

I'm repenting.

Think about this:

Wouldn't you repent even if you'd chosen a different life?

I think there cannot be life without repenting.

You repent because of what you did. On the other hand...

You regret what you didn't do.

Can you hurry? There's not much time.

Tora!

You came for me?

I overslept.

Your favorite food.

We'll miss the train. Hurry.

Come again.

Botan...

Let's get married.

You're a wonderful liar.

I'll be waiting.

Bye.

I like her a lot.

She's the best geisha around.

He's been in a daze all day.

I thought he was just tired, and would get over it soon.

But he doesn't snap out of it.

That's too bad.

He didn't touch his food.

Just thinks of Tatsuno.

He went there with Seikan Ikenouchi.

He says they had a party every night.

With geishas, too.

How awful!

I'm afraid he may have a crush on one.

It often happens. We're used to it.

I'm sorry I bothered you. Goodbye.

Geisha?

Awful!

Lunch's ready.

And hear the Tatsuno story again?

He had a nice time there?

What's that?

Lunch.

Mashed bean curd for you.

Mashed bean curd? That swill?

Insulting! I made it for you.

Sorry. I got used to luxuries.

This isn't Tatsuno.

Too bad, isn't it?

Mashed bean curd is a Iuxury here.

But in Tatsuno...

Here he goes again.

I'd bathe, change clothes, go back to my nice room.

There I found delicious fish.

There was soup, good pickles, and succulent stew, too.

And that good Nada sake.

A lady asked about my plans for the evening.

"I'm tired of big parties," I'd say. "Send up a geisha or two."

"As you wish, sir."

You know what'd happen?

No, I don't.

Not listening? I was telling it so well.

I'll tell it again.

The woman claps her hands.

The door opens.

A pretty geisha in her late twenties appears.

She bows and says in a sexy voice:

Good afternoon.

"Botan? What happened? You look especially pretty."

Somebody say something?

Tora!

I was afraid you might not be here.

I'm here, as you see.

What do you want?

Why? You said you'd marry me.

Oh, that. I clean forgot it.

Got another girl? Fickle!

What are you gaping at? Say hello.

She's my girl. Name's Botan.

I'm Botan. How do you do?

She's Botan!

It's so sudden...

What are you mumbling for?

Botan. I told you about her.

You said you're single. Liar!

Your wife's pretty.

No. She's my sister.

Lying again.

No, I'm not.

Hiroshi, she's Botan.

Are you serious?

You'll marry her?

She's not my wife.

You brought those guys and caused this.

Go back to your job, workers!

Brother's to blame. It shocked everybody.

Of all people, Tora talks about getting married.

My heart almost stopped.

I'm sorry. It wasn't very funny.

Why be sorry?

They have no sense of humor. I'm sick of them.

Humor?

Some things aren't considered humor.

You're always so serious.

What do you live for?

They're married.

I wonder what you say at night.

Don't say that. He's nice.

I envy you, Sakura.

You like him?

He's nice... kind and sincere.

Have some sake.

He blushed.

I wish my sister'd marry a man like him.

You have a sister?

A brother, too. They live together.

Parents?

They died when I was in school. So I became a geisha.

Otherwise I'd have married a man like him.

I doubt it.

You'd be bored stiff. He's such a bore.

No, I wouldn't.

What do you mean?

I don't mean that...

Is Botan here?

We're having a party. Will you join us?

Me?

They're country people. They've never seen a geisha.

What are you saying?!

She may be a geisha. But she's our guest.

Let's go.

Excuse me.

Won't be any fun.

I bet being a geisha isn't easy.

Let's go, Mitsuo.

A wholesaler went bankrupt.

So we're selling these at a loss.

Normally they'd be higher.

It's a sacrifice a bargain sale.

I'll give you a harakiri price!

1,500 yen.

1,000 yen.

I'll make it 800.

500.

You're all so poor? Rock-bottom 300 yen.

Only 300 yen. It's almost free.

This is a token of thanks...

Welcome back.

Where were you?

With my man.

Joking again?

Thanks for last night. This is for you.

We'll having a party here, tonight.

Bring beer here.

You look tired.

I've been walking all day.

Walking? What for?

Money.

You need money? How much?

Two million.

You want to borrow it?

No. I've already lent it.

Two years ago - to a customer. I was swindled.

I never got it back.

I heard he's in Tokyo.

So, I came to get my money back.

Have you found him?

Not yet.

Can I use the phone?

Ever seen two million?

How could I?

How high would it be? Like Mt. Fuji?

200 ten-thousand yen notes. This much.

This much? Ever see it?

Then how do you know?

Hello? Is this Kito?

Kito?

I'm Botan of Tatsuno.

It's been a long time. I'm here in Tokyo.

I dropped in at your shop. You were out, playing golf.

I was waiting.

I want to see you tomorrow.

That's an excuse. I'm busy, too.

I'm still a geisha.

Liar! You swindled me!

I don't believe you're broke!

Sorry I spoke loudly.

Is he bad?

There are many other victims.

He made a phony company and got investment.

He bankrupted it on purpose and disappeared.

At first I thought he was broke. So I gave up.

I was wrong.

He owns clubs and restaurants.

The shop I visited is big.

Yet he says he's broke because he went bankrupt.

What a liar! Why must I lose my money?

Sorry I ruined your party.

Forget it and drink.

I'll go change.

What a beast!

I don't blame her.

I remember a similar case with a friend of mine.

I'll go.

I'll meet the guy.

Wait. What will you do?

I'll beat the hell out of him!

You can't.

What can we do?

Sit down. Look - the man is tough.

Hitting won't help.

Call the cops?

Have him arrested for swindling. We'll get back the money.

Yes! The police!

Wait a minute!

It's not so simple.

Why not?

She slaved for that money. He swindled her!

He owns several shops, yet can't pay her back?

You tolerate that?

Use the law.

The law isn't easy. Tora wouldn't understand.

What? Aren't you sorry for Botan?

I'm going.

Not so loud.

I know how you feel. But this concerns money.

Let the President handle it. He's an expert with money.

Yes. That would be best.

Tora's too naive to deal with this matter.

You mean I'm stupid and bungling?

I'll do my best.

If it's too much for the President, you go.

All right. Get her back her two million yen by tomorrow evening.

Or you'll hear from me.

I know.

Sorry to keep you.

Let's drink.

Yeah, let's!

We were discussing money.

Relax. Let's enjoy ourselves.

President, don't sulk. Get your men.

Beer.

Why must I do it?

Does he live here?

Excuse me? Is Kito in?

Mr. Kito or Mrs. Kito?

Mr. Kito.

He went out 30 minutes ago.

Mrs. Kito, then.

Your name?

Botan from Tatsuno.

Botan? I'm not to let you in.

We must see him. It's important.

No. No means no. Absolutely no!

See you later.

A fortune.

"Bad luck"? What's this?

"The money will not return."

Idiot! Why did you draw this?

You said to.

You're stupid!

What's up?

I'm worried if the President can actually do it.

Don't worry. He's used to this sort of trouble.

I can join them.

Know where they are?

All we can do is pray to Buddha.

A kimono is tiring.

You walked a long way. I'm sorry for you.

I'm sorry you had to come with me.

I'm all right.

He's late! It's time he showed up.

How are you?

How did you find me?

I have my methods.

This is what I do. I'm her friend.

You came with her? You're kind.

What do you want?

Give my money back, what else?

The company went bankrupt. I'm broke.

Check it, if you like.

You own this shop! You live in Iuxury condo!

The shop is my brother's. My home is my wife's.

The bankruptcy couldn't be helped. I'm a victim myself.

You trusted me and invested money.

You made a mistake.

Tell him to wait.

Can't you see? That's how it is.

I also run a business. I realize how it is.

But consider how hard she worked for the money.

And how disappointed she is to have lost it.

As you say, you may be broke.

But your wife or brothers are rich.

I don't believe you can't come up with two million yen.

My family is not your concern.

I don't wish to discuss it here.

I'll sue you!

Do that. It's better than listening to your bitching.

Isn't she back?

Pacing around won't help.

Sit down. Have some tea.

Idiot! How can you feel like tea?

Go to the station and see.

Lower your voice.

What's that Octopus doing?

How much?

Two million.

He's funny.

How much?

Five million.

No, 500 yen.

Watch out!

Tora? Sorry.

No! Not even you! Pay me two million.

Two million compensation.

You're joking.

No, I'm not.

They're back.

And...?

Seems they couldn't get it.

I'm sorry, Tora. I apologize.

I told you. I knew you couldn't hack it.

Stop it. He did his best.

Hit me if you want. Go ahead.

All right...

Stop it! Tora! Please!

You stopped me, so it wound up like this.

Why send an idiot?

Could you have done it?

Could you have done better?

I wanted to hit him myself.

I'm sorry I caused this.

What happened then?

Everything he has is in his wife's or brother's name.

Can't even sue.

His wife won't help?

That's how the law is.

He dared me to sue him.

He knows he'll win.

You worked hard to save it.

He doesn't care. He's a monster.

How awful!

Lots of monsters around.

The rich tread on the poor.

They use the law to cheat the innocent.

Right?

Absolutely.

What's up?

What's up?

The cops might come.

They may ask if I'm your brother.

Tell them.

"I had a brother named Tora. I disowned him."

"We no longer have anything to do with him."

That way you won't make Mitsuo the nephew of a criminal.

I don't understand.

Thanks for all you've done for me.

I'm leaving.

Where to?

To see the bastard who swindled Botan.

I'll beat him to a pulp.

If the court sides with him, I'll get him.

Botan, I'll avenge you.

Bye.

Brother!

What'll we do?

He doesn't know the address.

That's true. How ridiculous!

Let him go. He'll be right back.

Sorry about this.

He's stupid.

I'm happy. I'm so very happy.

I don't want the money.

A man who worries about me so much...

I'm glad.

Go get Tora.

I just saw him. He's afraid to come in.

Have you seen Tora?

He took a bus.

Where to?

I don't know.

I wonder where he's going.

Been a long time. Come in.

Here's good enough.

I have a favor to ask.

Paint me a picture.

Not just a doodle like before. A big one in color and all.

The geisha named Botan in Tatsuno where we went.

Don't remember?

She's in trouble. She was swindled by a man.

He stole her savings.

I wish I could help her. But I can't do a thing.

If you paint a picture, I can sell it.

They pay 70,000 for a doodle.

A big one will sell for a lot more.

I'll give her the money. Please do it.

I'll wait here.

Sorry, I can't.

Come on!

I know I'm out of my place. But understand.

Will you do it?

What can I say?

To put it simply, painting is my life - it's expression.

It's not for money.

Don't act formal.

If you need money, I'll manage it.

No. I'm not here to squeeze money from you.

I can't take cash.

If you'll just paint something...

Painting is serious. It involves emotion. It's not easy.

You doodled easily at my place.

I sold it and got 70,000 yen. Not bad.

What's wrong with selling pictures?

You sell pictures to live.

Sell?

I never treat art that lightly.

You won't?

No.

Okay! If that's how you want it, fine.

Let me tell you.

When I met you, I didn't know you were rich.

I had pity on you, I took you to my place.

I would've let you stay as long as you liked.

Even though you might be a problem.

It's true.

But now!

A hardworking geisha was swindled. She's heartbroken.

But you don't care.

You're not my friend!

I'll never see you again. Bye!

Who's that? He was so loud.

How awful!

Taxi's here.

Thank you. I'll leave, then.

I wish you'd stay longer.

I'll remember your kindness.

Pity I can't see Tora.

Where is he?

Does Tora have a girlfriend?

He does? Give her my regards.

Goodbye.

Tora?

Tell Ribbon - no - Botan to come back.

Too late.

Hello? Aunty? Hello?

Thanks for coming.

Genko, too? Thanks.

Botan sent you her best.

Taking a train?

I told her to stay the night.

She said she's busy.

Being a geisha isn't easy.

How about noodles?

Got money?

Don't worry. I can take care of it.

Where were you?

Never mind. It isn't worth saying.

Time to go. My best to everyone.

Tell Mitsuo to be a good boy and study hard.

Be back soon?

How should I know?

Brother.

Botan...

What about her?

She loves you.

Don't joke and look serious.

But...

Be more careful!

Be still. You make us hotter.

Uncle.

Mr. Ikenouchi! What a surprise!

I'm glad to see you.

I didn't know.

Is Torajiro in?

Did he do wrong again?

He isn't educated. Please tolerate him.

That isn't it. Is he out?

He left on a trip last month.

Why do you want him?

Nothing special.

So he's on a trip?

Excuse me, then.

Some tea...?

Maestro...

Sorry about Tatsuno.

Don't be. He helped me a lot.

Did you come to return the money?

Yes. I'm sorry for the way we treated you.

May I ask why you're here?

Let's talk while walking.

How's your shop?

We're never very busy.

The river...?

This way.

Give me one.

Tora! What brings you?

I came to marry you. Why else?

Come in.

Never mind. Come.

Look!

See? A genuine Seikan.

He sent it to me.

I was surprised.

The note said it's for me because I was kind to him.

The mayor was surprised, too.

He wanted to buy it for two million.

I'll never sell it.

Not for any amount!

It's my treasure!

Botan, come!

Where to?

What is it?

Where's Tokyo?

That way.

No, that way.

Which?

That way.

What's going on?

Forgive me, Mr. Ikenouchi.

Forget the rotten things I said to you.

Thank you! My deepest, heartfelt thanks.

Tokyo's that way?

That way?

The End