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Kyoko?

Kyoko?

What?

I fixed dinner.

Okay.

A Double Suicide Elegy

Any particular line?

Chuo line. Near Shinjuku.

One person?

Yes.

I'm sorry. That's my habit.

It's okay.

The toilet is common use.

It's a corner room on the 2nd floor. Next door is vacant.

The room catches some sun.

Shady is better.

Let me think.

Sure.

Just...

...for a moment.

Hand, please.

Hand.

Thank you.

Don't bite.

Do you bite straws too?

Me, too.

I want you to spend two hours with me here.

On weekday evenings.

Are you crazy?

You'll be home by 9:00, on Chuo line.

So nothing changes...

...for both of us.

We can be strangers...

...outside.

Thanks for helping me on a Sunday.

It's okay.

Organic vegetables need a lot of work.

That one looks ripe enough.

I can't wait to open.

I don't want to live on your salary forever.

Don't worry about it.

That's not right.

It's our dream to open a restaurant.

I took out another loan, by the way.

How much this time?

3 million yen for the opening and stuff.

Seems like they need our registration this time.

Will you get it for me?

Okay, I will.

Excuse me.

Excuse me.

Yes?

Can you help?

Registration? Sure. It'll take a minute.

I love menthol sprays. The coolness of it.

I can't come here every day.

Fine.

We have the computer.

We can always communicate.

Let's make a code.

By how we knock the door.

What do you mean?

If you had a good day...

...knock 5 times.

Then what would 3 knocks mean?

3 knocks means a regular day.

And...

5 knocks means a great day.

1 knock means...

...you're not happy.

Okay.

It'll save time.

Since we only have 2 hours.

Look.

Hmm?

When was this?

"Warning"

"Biggest slut Kyoko Mizoguchi!"

"Male employees, look out! She is a SEX maniac!"

Inbox 147 messages.

"Horny bitch!" "Slut!" "Shameless!"

"Warning"

"Housewife Kyoko's nude!"

Look.

You look excited.

Was it your wife?

I don't know.

Your husband?

I don't care who it is. It's well deserved.

Hey.

Have you ever searched your own name on the web?

Look.

I'm so popular now.

These are all about me.

I feel as though...

...my heart is filled with pus.

Pus?

It's the way I feel.

You know how people with hay fever say?

How they want to pull out their eyeballs and rinse them?

Just like that.

I wish I can pull out my heart and scrub it clean.

You know?

I realise now that...

...things aren't always the way I think they are.

How I see things are sometimes different...

...from everybody else.

I was only pretending to see things the way...

...everybody else does.

My father.

He's a very strict man.

I've always tried hard...

...to win his approval.

I don't know if that's why.

But little by little...

...my heart got filled with something like pus.

The only way to spill it out is exercise.

I feel like I can spill out the pus with sweat.

But it only works temporary.

So, why should I fight it? Maybe I should let it be.

That's how I thought, after getting married.

When I met you.

I was drowning.

When you gave me that mint, it refreshed me.

It made me think...

...I should respect myself a little more.

Then let's get rid of the pus.

Where are we?

Near Yamanashi.

We're still near Tokyo, then.

Let's go back.

Why?

You're thinking about your husband.

Let's go back.

Wait.

What about...?

What?

My pus.

"The city lights were flashing against the rocks. "

"The scene looked like the end of the world "

"The shape of a monster... "

"While they were sleeping... "

"I was running the field."

"I kept my hopes silent. "

"I had already given up. "

"But I'm still alive. Somehow... "

Hey.

Hi.

They found us a nice property.

Really?

I might decide on this one.

You'll quit work this month, right?

Let's get to work on the interior.

And invite your dad.

We'll talk later.

This will do.

Hold the rope.

Okay?

There you go.

Hold this for a second.

Alright.

Let's hook.

There.

Ready?

One, two...go!

Maybe...

...gas poisoning is better.

Tape up the windows.

Take sleeping pills...

...and die of carbon monoxide.

That's probably easier.

Kyoko?

Are you okay?

I'm just...

...kind of relieved.

Maybe it's only my fantasy.

And I don't really want to die.

You're sure?

This will be it.

Bathroom?

I already went.

Will I look ugly?

Dinner's ready.

I'm coming.

Your leg.

Want me to chop it off?

Thanks for coming.

Mr. Tanaka...

...you cried in court again.

Feeling sorry for the victim?

No.

Then why?

You're on the defending side.

Why did you suddenly drop down and cry?

I don't know.

You should quit.

The pleading is next month.

Do it right.

It's not difficult.

It's only a sexual assult.

We want to settle. Can you do that, please?

Not now, we're eating.

You'll raise the dust.

It's not a nice habit.

I'll stop.

You'll start again if I let go.

No I won't.

I'm not so sure.

I really won't.

Any particular line?

Chuo line.

Near Shinjuku.

This is like a sequel.

The scenery is moving forwards...

...Just like when we drove down the hill backwards.

Scared?

But...

...forget it.

I don't believe you.

Lawyers just don't skip pleadings.

Where were you?

On a drive.

So you don't care.

Good, it makes this easier.

Our client's upset.

Believe it or not, that punk is mafia's second in command.

He's furious that he's lost face.

I had to jump in for your spot.

Well, he's guilty.

Of course he's guilty.

Is that a problem?

This wasn't your first case.

How many murderers did you save?

I'm not going to back you. You're fired.

Our clients are the mafia. I don't want them upset.

I told them this is all your responsibility.

So watch your back.

You know...

...I've hated you.

I've hated you too.

You missed.

Something wrong?

He wants me to quit work.

Well, I got fired today.

Then we're in the same shoes.

The color of sunset makes me sad.

Orange?

Yeah, orange.

How sad is orange?

As sad as when you realize...

...all the important things are a dream.

You know my habit?

It hides the urge to run away.

You do it too.

I watched you on the train.

Two hours for one way.

Both ways for one year.

Total of 960 hours.

That was the only time I was saved.

I wanted you forever.

What color was I then?

The color of the deepest ocean.

You can have me forever.

What are you doing?

Looking up damage to property.

You know...

...We can't even commit suicide.

I'll cancel this room's contract.

When a family member is missing for over 7 years...

Adjudication of disappearance is applied.

Those missing in action during war...

...or trapped in a sinking ship apply.

And any other life or death situation.

A waiting period of 1 year is given before approval.

Smells awful.

Is it, really?

It isn't so bad.

Put it away...

...and eat this.

You know mints are a deception?

It's just covering it up with a stronger smell.

You're left with a false feeling of being refreshened.

So you hate mints?

It feels like eating toothpaste.

Then keep your mouth closed.

Fine.

Excuse me.

Excuse me.

Yes?

Can you help?

Sure. Registration? It will take a minute.

Hi.

You're early.

You smell of strong mint lately.

Really?

It's too much deodorant.

It stings my nose.

And her hobby is to apply for a resident's card.

At different cities.

Yeah?

She's on a trip collecting them from all the cities.

Strange hobby.

Or a strong sense of self-identification?

Maybe.

They're not free are they?

They only cost 200 yen.

200 yen, huh?

I guess it's reasonable.

I guess so.

Yes?

Hello?

Yes.

Yes.

"Resident ID System"

"Kyoko Mizoguchi"

"Search"

"Delete"

"Delete family registration?"

"Delete"

"Delete"

"Processing data"

"Kyoko Mizoguchi: Family registration deleted. "

Excuse me. Are you Mr. Mizoguchi?

Yes.

I'm from the city office.

We are doing a questionnaire survey, we'd like your help.

On what?

Crime prevention.

Alright.

Thank you.

It's warm in here.

Yes, uh...

What's this?

Have you seen anyone suspicious...

...or anything involving a crime recently?

Why?

Just check no if not.

Do you work here alone?

Yes.

My wife helps me sometimes.

She works on weekdays?

Not for long.

I see.

Here, I'm done.

Thank you very much.

Hey, let's try this place for lunch.

Wow, you want to go to lunch with me?

A new place?

Yes, I've been wanting to go.

Okay, let's go.

What looks good?

Welcome.

Table for two?

Smoking or none?

Smoking.

This way.

It's a smoking seat.

Doesn't make sense.

A smoking seat in a health food restaurant.

Not that I care.

What's wrong?

Excuse me.

This place is odd.

Kyoko?

Kyoko?

What?

I fixed dinner.

Okay.

Great harvest.

Yeah, thanks.

Well, you worked really hard.

All I need now is a nice property.

I have one that might be available soon.

They owned a juice stand and it went well.

So they extended it and opened a coffee shop.

Then the owner's father died and they had to move.

We want someone who will use it right.

Are you interested?

Yes, very much.

Good. Think about it.

I'll talk to my wife.

About your wife...

Yes?

I know this is not my business, and...

...it's probably a big mistake.

But, look.

It's one of those junk mails I received.

It came a couple days ago.

Maybe I shouldn't have shown it.

This must be some mistake.

Of course! You're absolutely right.

Hello?

Hello Mizukami-san.

Sorry, I was supposed to call you.

I've decided to rent that property.

My wife liked it too.

When can I...?

Huh?

Oh...about that?

She said...

She didn't know anything about it.

Yes.

I understand.

No, nothing.

No, she doesn't know.

I'm telling you.

Look, everything's fine with us.

Yes.

Huh? Yeah...

I think you worry too much, Mizukami-san.

Yes, yes.

No, no it's okay.

Let's focus on the property.

Thank you.

Good night.

What do you think?

You're smiling again.

Sure.

Good.

We open tomorrow and I want you to look happy.

You could've just said so.

What? To look happier?

How about telling me what you think...

...of this soup?

It's onion soup.

Our little celebration.

Cheers.

Hot!

Delicious.

You think so?

Come on, wait up. This is important!

Your wife's nude photo came again.

This has to be a crime. You should go to the police.

You know how people talk.

You just opened. This isn't good for business.

Excuse me.

Two beers, please.

Sure, just a moment.

Here are your drinks.

Hey...

...isn't table 5 a new customer? A special plate.

Okay.

This is on the house.

Excuse me.

Yes?

Here you go.

Don't worry about here.

Could you just get some veggies from the greenhouse?

Sure, I got it.

I shouldn't have come.

I saw your husband.

I don't know what I was thinking.

But I was...

...waiting for you.

I can't run away... Nor can I die...

...what am I?

A tiny insect.

Just living...

...and floating.

Mixed sandwiches for table 3. Hurry up.

What's wrong?

Excuse me.

This place is odd.

Hello.

What's wrong?

Where are you going?

No...

What are you thinking?

About two poor tiny insects floating.

We're so wrong.

Yes.

We are so wrong.

Oh.

What?

I forgot the bathroom.

Oh.

No big deal.

Hey!

Hey, Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Kyoko!

Morning.

You've been sleeping for seven days straight.

Excessive bleeding.

You have to stay in bed for awhile.

You just can't die.

You can ask.

If you want.

That woman disappeared.

She could still be in the woods.

The police are refusing her husband's request for a search.

Her husband turned himself in.

He told all the useless details to the police.

So I moved.

I sold our property.

So our new place is far.

We can change to a closer hospital soon enough.

I have a feeling.

She succeeded in her suicide.

Rest for now.

We'll have a new start.

You're so brave.

You made me brave.

I see.

I used to stay home as a child.

All the time.

I was one of those lonely children.

If I didn't have a good enough reason...

...I couldn't talk to people.

I realized I wasn't good at leading a life.

That's why I went into law.

I made a mistake.

Thinking the book of law was a manual for one's life.

That should be obvious.

Do you remember?

The day after I proposed?

You cancelled your personal deposit...

...and told me you bought our property.

How surprised I was.

What are you saying?

I don't even know.

I met her...

...and I'm still alive.

I'm finaly ready to throw away the book of law.

How ironic.

Everything's fine.

Sayuri Oyamada

Hidekazu Mashima

Yuko Nakamura

Kousuke Toyohara

Screenplay and Producer Yuji Nagamori

Directed by Toru Kamei