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Please take your parking ticket.

Follow the signs inside…

-Delivery. -Thank you.

Here.

Kono!

Sorry, the train stopped.

-Has the guest arrived? -He's on standby.

This way.

-Do your makeup quickly. -I'm fine as I am.

No way.

I'm the reporter. It's fine.

The interview time got cut short, so I'm in a mess.

Be careful!

After the announcements, it's the Friday segment with Kono.

THESE DAYS WITH KYOKO KONO

One minute to go.

-Good morning. -Morning.

-I'm fine here. -I'll take that.

This is bad.

This is pretty bad. Oh man…

-Back on in ten seconds! -Delivery.

Eight, seven, six…

Five seconds to go.

Four, three…

OPEN IMMEDIATELY

Now we'll hear from experts in various fields

with our reporter, Kyoko Kono.

"These Days with Kyoko Kono. "

Good morning. This is Kyoko Kono.

Segment started.

Lately, I think everyone has been hearing about biomass power generation

in the news.

What exactly is it?

Today, I'll be talking to the person…

Okay, name.

…who discovered a new method for biomass power generation,

Professor Emeritus Kyugo Sano from Teito University.

-Thank you for joining us. -Okay, check.

Glad to be here.

It's been in the spotlight recently for environmental reasons,

but what exactly is biomass power generation?

The word "biomass"

is a combination of "bio," referring to biological resources,

and "mass," which refers to quantity.

Resources that are organic matter derived from plants and animals.

Food waste from homes

and sewage from city sewers can be burned directly as fuel

or converted to biomass for power generation.

So it's a way of generating power using the city's waste.

Yes. That's right.

Until now, disposing of the city's waste has cost an enormous amount of money,

but by using waste as fuel,

each facility will be able to achieve annual savings

of 300 million yen.

But to do it properly,

we'd need to establish collection systems at a local government level

for things like food waste and waste materials.

If you ask me, this is too big a task.

Really, it's a project the nation should tackle with full force.

Sounds like it'll take some time to make it happen.

Do you have a concrete plan?

Well, this is 300 million yen we're talking about--

Professor?

Huh? What's wrong?

-What's going on? -What the hell?

-What're you doing? Stop broadcasting! -He's floating.

HUMAN VAPOR

Good morning!

Hey.

-There's eggshell in this. -A week off without permission.

Do you realize what a mess you've made?

I had a biking injury.

I called in.

-It hurt so much I couldn't move all day. -I don't care!

-You won't get paid this month. -What? What are you talking about?

Hey. Use Japanese.

Speak in Japanese!

I'll fire you.

Then you'll be sent back to your country for being here illegally.

Excuse me!

What is it?

-Anything weird in your food? -Not at all. It's delicious.

Thanks.

But

I can't pay.

What?

Well, seems you're not going to pay him, so there's no reason I should pay, right?

Palm?

Palm.

Palm!

Yes, sir?

Do you know that guy?

I don't know that person.

It's nothing to do with you.

Keep your nose out of my business.

I'm surprised you're still in business.

What?

Just from a quick glance, I can see you're violating labor laws.

The ingredients lying around over there are violating food safety laws.

And you have tables outside.

Do you have a permit to use the public road?

You little…

Hey!

Get out, now.

Hey!

That hurts, you bastard.

Excuse me…

Sorry, what was your name?

It's Palm, right?

Palm?

Hey, Okamoto.

Chief? What's the matter?

Where are you now?

I'm eating out.

Head to the scene right away.

What?

You know I'm on suspension, right?

I've been ordered to reinstate you

to the First Investigation Division as of today.

Head to JNT right now.

"JNT"?

Thank you.

He said he'll pay me.

You should find a better place to work.

No one will hire someone like me.

Don't assume that.

If you decide that yourself, nothing will change.

Good luck.

Move back. You there, move back!

I'm at the scene in front of JNT headquarters.

No entry inside.

Please move back.

-Sorry, no entry. -No, it's okay…

Okamoto.

You're late.

Sorry for the trouble.

It's been three months.

Congrats on your reinstatement.

Right.

Is it a murder?

Well, that's a little tricky.

What the heck?

What happened?

Kyugo Sano is a professor in environmental energy engineering.

This happened out of nowhere during the show.

What's all the smoke?

The whole thing wasn't broadcast, right?

It was a live broadcast, so…

You're kidding?

Kyoko?

Unfortunately, the reporter interviewing Professor Sano was Kyoko Kono.

Where is she now?

Forensics finished collecting evidence, so she's resting in the cafeteria now.

I see.

Do you want to talk to her?

Don't say anything unnecessary.

Better not get more involved with that reporter.

Hello, sir.

Excuse me.

Okamoto from Metro Police.

May I speak with Ms. Kono for a bit?

Are you okay?

Kenji…

You got reinstated.

Yeah.

So you're in charge of this case?

Well, I guess you could say that.

It's a big case, so there are lots of other detectives involved.

I see.

Before the incident,

was there anything unusual about Professor Sano?

Nothing in particular.

You saw the broadcast.

Kyoko!

The director's holding an emergency meeting for the chief reporters.

Got it.

I've told you all I know. Can I go now?

Sure.

Did you hear that?

Kono is a chief reporter now.

She gets promoted.

And you get suspended.

She's a go-getter.

Where do we even start with this case?

Breaking news.

Around 10:00 a.m. today at the JNT studio, Prof. Emeritus Sano of Teito University

died after suddenly rising up into the air and exploding.

Director!

Hey.

Yes, okay.

Turns out this arrived at the news department this morning.

-Aren't you going to open it? -I don't know.

It seems suspicious.

-Stop! -No, Kyoko!

Be careful.

Wait, isn't this dangerous?

-It's empty. -Huh?

Oh, there's a QR code.

Oh, maybe we should scan it.

Wait.

If it was sent by whoever carried out the attack,

shouldn't we cooperate with the investigation first?

But what if it's a scoop?

Report it to the police, or report it as news…

We can't decide until we know what it is, right?

It's come up.

I'll connect it.

Hello.

Regarding the murder that occurred during JNT's "I Like Mornings" broadcast,

I am the one who planned it.

Twenty-seven years ago,

I met Professor Kyugo Sano for the first time.

I'm sure you all want to know

why I killed Professor Sano

and who my next target is.

"Next target"?

The video you're watching now has been sent

to all the major media companies in Tokyo.

Tomorrow,

I will discuss the method of murder,

my reasons,

and my plan for what happens next.

I'd like to hold a press conference.

The location of the press conference will be Bunko Ramen.

Tomorrow, 4:00 p.m.

However,

I will only respond to questions from media companies that ran this footage

as their top news story.

Then, until we meet tomorrow.

He sent this video to all the major media companies?

It's just like the man said.

It seems the same video was sent to Sakura TV and Ashino Newspaper as well.

How do we know this was really sent by the person behind today's incident?

It could be a prank by someone who saw the live broadcast this morning.

But this video was uploaded just after midnight today.

That's before the incident occurred,

so isn't it pretty likely this is the guy?

That said, should we really broadcast it in the way that he demands?

-Maru TV is making it their top story! -ETN too.

Let's broadcast it too.

Director, what's your decision?

A guest on our show was killed during a live broadcast.

Shouldn't we find out the reason?

Breaking news.

A man claiming to be responsible for the death of Professor Kyugo Sano,

who died during a live morning television broadcast, has come forward.

The man in the video

says he planned this incident, and at 4:00 p.m. tomorrow…

Apparently, it was broadcast live.

-Seriously? -Isn't it crazy?

-Kana! -Whoa, what happened?

-Hey, did you see this? -It's crazy.

What's it called? Oh, "I Like…"

No, show me the rest. Don't skip it.

Regarding the murder that occurred during JNT's "I Like Mornings" broadcast,

I am the one who planned it.

But enough with the jokes.

Hello, everyone. Did you see the live broadcast?

Just who is this person?

Making people levitate like that…

One person can reveal the truth behind this incident…

A mysterious villain who makes people pop like balloons!

That's right! He says he will reveal everything in a press conference tomorrow.

Actually, regarding this incident,

there's one more deep mystery that I just can't solve.

And what might that be?

Curious?

You are, aren't you? Here's the thing.

Other channels blow up just by talking about this incident,

but why not ours?

Why not?

Why aren't we getting any subscribers at all?

You're just not that entertaining.

FUJITA AND KAHO'S TERROR ZONE THANK YOU FOR WATCHING!

Regarding the physical mail evidence,

no fingerprints other than those of postal workers were found.

We are also working urgently

to identify fingerprints, footprints, and other evidence at the scene.

Next, the video that's spreading across television and social media.

Here's the report.

The video is 1 minute and 34 seconds long.

We are working to identify this man as quickly as possible,

but so far, no distinctive reports.

He said he met Professor Sano 27 years ago.

We've conducted interviews with Professor Sano's associates,

but we haven't found anything useful yet.

In other words, you have no idea who this guy is.

That's enough.

Let's hear what you actually know right now.

Yes.

Next, we have a report on the deceased.

By analyzing Professor Sano's remains, which were scattered across the studio,

we estimate that the explosion started from inside the lung tissue.

First the lungs expanded, compressing the deceased's neck,

and then exploded with a strong force from the inside.

That's what the findings revealed.

But how did the explosion happen?

Did he swallow a bomb without knowing?

No explosive components were found.

There are severe thermal injuries on the inner lung tissue.

Not burns due to high temperature, but more like chemical burns.

Chemical?

It was a chemical attack?

More precise analysis is needed,

but it seems to have been caused by an unknown substance.

And when exactly will this precise analysis be done?

We can't wait forever!

That's enough. Calm down.

The governor is holding a press conference on this incident tomorrow.

We need accurate information.

Have you identified the account that posted the video?

It routes through multiple overseas servers.

Seems it's an unidentified account.

What about this ramen restaurant?

Bunko Ramen is a regular ramen restaurant on Nanahiro Street.

It's not very big, but it's in a busy area.

Put up strict regulations

preventing citizens from gathering for tomorrow's press conference.

I'll arrange it immediately.

-All right, then-- -Excuse me.

When the governor holds the press conference,

perhaps he should warn the public and media

about the danger of a possible chemical terror attack?

The safety of citizens is the priority.

Okay. I'll tell the governor.

-That's all. -All rise!

Bow to the superintendent general!

Okamoto.

Got a second?

Kenji… take it.

What the hell? You quit?

It's bad for your health.

What does that matter?

Bad stuff tastes good.

Go on.

So tell me,

are you seeing anyone?

What?

Where'd that come from?

Well,

Chieko says there's someone she wants to introduce to you.

What do you say? Will you meet her?

If you want to get ahead in the police force,

it's important to have a good wife.

I heard something from my dad before he died.

Yeah?

Were you the one who introduced my dad to my mom?

That's right.

Didn't my mom hate you for that?

She did.

She'd say that he never came home.

Well, it's hard for a good cop to be a good husband and father.

That's true.

Hey.

Have you gained weight?

Your uniform is bulging.

Oh?

-You think so? -Yeah.

I'm being made to drink smoothies every morning, though.

Smoothies?

Well, I know this case is a tough one,

but you're the only one I can rely on.

If you need any support or anything, let me know.

Okay.

By the way,

why did you put me on this case when I was suspended?

Well, you know,

the one you met today.

You know, that reporter.

Kyoko Kono.

That's why.

That woman put you through it, right?

Use this case to prove that you have nothing to do with that woman anymore.

Got it?

Okay.

She's… Where are you from again?

I'm Kyoko Kono from JNT.

Oh, right.

So what are you here for?

The PR office is asking.

5 YEARS AGO

They want you to cooperate with some coverage

for "Police 24 Hours," or something.

You're going on a stakeout?

Go along with him and feel free to ask anything.

-Wait, hold on-- -I appreciate this.

Right.

Okay.

Okay, shall we go?

I SAW THE NEWS. WHAT ON EARTH IS GOING ON?

GET IN TOUCH WHEN YOU CAN?

THERE'S A POSSIBILITY OF CHEMICAL TERRORISM

DON'T COME TO THE SITE TOMORROW! IT'S DANGEROUS

TOKYO METROPOLIS

Dear citizens of Tokyo,

I'm sure you were all shocked by the heinous crime yesterday,

but please rest assured.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Metro Police

promise to put the safety of Tokyo citizens first.

Right now, the Metro Police

is doing everything in its power to get to the bottom of this case.

The analysis conducted so far

raises the possibility of a chemical terror attack.

As such, we have requested that riot police be deployed

to the press conference location announced by the suspect.

Citizens of Tokyo

and everyone in the media,

I ask you not to go near the location announced by the suspect.

CHEMICAL TERRORISM WARNING

We have not yet been able to identify the man who claims…

Doesn't seem like anyone's listening to Governor Miura's warning.

The Metropolitan Police…

Watch out, old lady. I might run you over.

Please refrain from searching online…

I was joking.

-Please make way! -Car coming through!

-It's dangerous! -Move back!

-Stand back! -Coming through!

Clear the road! Please clear the road!

-Check in there, Abe. -Okay.

The time is 23:41.

This is probably a waste of time.

You should get some sleep.

Don't worry about me.

I…

have terrible insomnia.

And in places like this,

dark and cramped spaces,

I can't sleep at all.

I see.

This is from Miyuki, a 32-year-old from Yokohama City.

When you can't sleep,

if you put your hand on your chest like this

and listen to your heartbeat quietly, it calms you down.

Is that true?

Yes.

You should give it a try.

"For some reason, I get a pleasant feeling whenever I listen to it."

That was a nice message.

Now, let's play Miyuki's request.

This song.

Close your eyes.

How is it? Don't you feel relaxed?

I don't know.

Not really, huh?

That's a shame.

Do you like it?

This song.

My dad liked it.

What about you?

Well…

it's the same for me.

I didn't find anything unusual.

Okay.

Is he really going to come?

It's 3:50.

Ten more minutes.

All we can do is wait.

Nishiyama, Metro Desk.

We're ready to broadcast.

Okay, thank you.

It's 4:25.

It was just a bluff.

If it were you,

would you show up in this chaos saying, "Come and arrest me"?

I'm sure he must be planning something else.

-Make way! -How long you gonna keep this up?

Gathering all these people like this!

What the hell?

Is Santa Claus coming or something? Is it a Merry Christmas?

Is it Christmas for you? You better compensate me!

What the hell?

Is Tom Cruise coming or something?

Come with me a second.

Where are we going?

Safety? Thanks, but how long are you going to keep doing this?

-Just a bit longer. -It's already past the time.

-Damn it! -We're sorry.

Damn it!

Hello there.

Oh, I've met you somewhere.

I'm Kyoko Kono from JNT.

Oh, I saw you on TV. When the explosion happened!

-Yeah, that's right. -Thanks.

Even after something like that happened,

the station tells me to go cover the story.

-Right? -It must be hard being a reporter.

It's hard running a ramen place. Did you know?

I name each block of chashu.

Yukari! Yukari is until today!

That's why I'm so worried.

I see.

Have you always run the restaurant here?

Huh?

-Huh? Not yet? -What the heck?

-When's he coming? -He's not.

Huh?

Shall we go home?

Let's go home.

KYOKO KONO 1 MESSAGE

BUNKO RAMEN USED TO BE IN A DIFFERENT LOCATION

Come on.

This is the place.

Hey, hang on.

Wait a sec.

BUNKO RAMEN

She's just going in.

Hey, wait up!

You can't enter without permission.

Whoa.

Earlier, we made contact with the man who claims to be behind the attack.

We're live at the scene. Ms. Kono.

We'll be broadcasting a live, exclusive interview

with the man claiming to be behind yesterday's incident.

Can you introduce yourself?

I am a victim who has experienced terrible suffering in the past.

Does that mean you killed Professor Sano for revenge?

Yes.

Professor Sano died because of the crimes he committed.

What were Professor Sano's crimes?

White

Center.

"White Center."

What is that?

You probably don't know it,

but it certainly existed.

Everyone involved with White Center

must be remembering their crimes as they watch this on TV.

Who exactly is involved?

They control this society.

No matter what I say now,

they will try to use their power to hide their crimes.

JNT REPORTER'S EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

MAN WHO SAYS HE KILLED PROF. SANO

Now I will come for you,

one by one,

and kill you all.

If they apologize or admit to their crimes,

is there a possibility of reconciliation?

Who knows?

I doubt they will apologize.

It seems this is the end of the interview.

Wait a second!

What is your name?

From now on, people will call me

the Human Vapor.

"The Human Vapor"?

Don't move!

Put your hands up.

You okay?

-Get the shot! -It's over there!

Everyone involved with White Center

must be remembering their crimes as they watch this on TV.

Now I will come for you,

one by one,

and kill you all.

Subtitle translation by: Daisy Savage