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First day of summer vacation.

Welcome.

Excuse me. Please take these.

What's the matter?

Mama's gone.

Mama's gone? Hold on, ok?

Excuse me. Is this boy's mom in here?

Wanna go look for your mama together?

You can ride my shoulders.

This is my first summer vacation as a salaryman.

What's your name?

Yuki.

Ok, Yuki-kun, let's look for mama.

I want my private life to be as perfect as my job.

Excuse me. Is Yuki-kun's mom here?

Excuse me, Chief.

It's about my summer vacation...

Chief, it's almost time.

Oh, really? Let's start the meeting!

Pass these out.

Sir, we're ready.

Next month's event has been decided. We're calling it "Ramen Festival 2003."

It's going to be exciting.

Please listen as we go over the plans.

Our concept is outlined...

The planning and marketing department make the proposals for our monthly special event.

The food department procures local specialty restaurants.

In order to prepare their food, our vendors require good facilities and the right equipment.

We are responsible for providing whatever they need.

I was in charge of ramen before. It was hell.

There's a lot of stubborn old farts.

Our facilities have to be perfect to convince them.

I hope they don't put me in charge.

So, are there any questions?

Kashiwaba.

Yes?

You're in charge.

Huh?

It's your first job. Do your best!

Uh, sorry, but I don't know a lot about ramen.

That's why you need experience!

But...

"But"?

But what?

I mean, I'll do my best.

We have a playground on the rooftop.

Mom, let's go.

Goodbye.

Sorry to keep you waiting. Going down.

3rd floor. Children's and teen clothing, and a pet shop.

3rd floor. Sorry to keep you waiting.

Here.

What's this?

Pretty nice photos, don't you think? Let's go have tea.

Take these back. Stop it. Please stop doing this.

Please get off! Get off!

Do you understand? He's a customer.

You should ignore these things and greet the customer with a smile.

Yes.

We're professionals.

You have to be polite to every customer.

Yes.

Oh.

Good work.

I'm so stressed out.

Huh?

Oh, how about our summer vacation?

They just gave me a huge load of work.

You can't take time off?

Yeah, probably.

I might still be able to...

(I'm not talking to you till you get your vacation!! Nao)

Hey.

Hey.

episode 03 - A Pair of Straps translation by junkboy77 (^_^) DO NOT SELL OR AUCTION!!

It's so hot!

Can we at least get air conditioning upstairs?

I can't study in this heat.

"Clear your mind and even fire feels cool."

I don't get it.

You got a bonus, right? Go buy an air conditioner.

I used it to pay off my loaned suit.

How's your job going?

I'm now in charge of next month's event, our ramen festival.

That sounds fantastic. Maybe I'll go have some.

You're really gonna go eat ramen and bother Touji while he's at work?

You're so naive.

Sorry for being naive.

Shame on you.

And don't go back to your folks' house either. Have some consideration for me.

You're still complaining about that?

This heat makes my mom feel strange.

Don't blame the heat.

It'd be nice to have mom around when I get that old.

Don't be stupid! Who'd wanna be around you?

They say, "Those who quarrel are meant for each other."

Yeah, yeah.

Listen you...!

He's blushing.

He's blushing. You're getting all red.

Isn't that great? They liked your idea.

Thanks to your support.

The Food Manager loves ramen.

That's why I knew it'd work out.

What should we do about the posters and leaflets? I've thought of some good ad copy.

Let's just drink tonight.

But, we have to get started soon.

Are you the devoted type?

Huh?

Do you get attached to hopeless men?

No, that's not it...

Are you the type that can make a man hopeless?

If that's all you want to talk about, then I'm leaving. I have work to do.

Do guys always tell you they can't keep up with you?

But because of your pride, you dump them before they can say that.

Wait. Let me see those copies.

You hate guys like me, don't you?

You're very smart.

(Dance)

Ok, let's take a break.

Hiroe-san, you're getting better.

Thanks to Chitose-san's lead.

You're right.

Excuse me.

What is it?

Will you take me on a date?

I have some time off.

You really took the initiative.

How about it?

It'll be alright.

Yeah... sure.

Is she serious?

Among the 5 establishments I have written here...

The two that we've worked with before will gladly join us.

The problem will be the remaining three places.

Whether we can convince them or not will depend on our negotiations.

Kashiwaba, that's your job!

Yes.

Who's in charge of the ad designs?

I've asked Saeki-san to do it.

She's the one who originally proposed these plans.

I think she can do the job.

Can you do it? Ramen is very difficult.

I can do it.

For example, we can issue food passports to buying customers.

It's an inexpensive way for them to sample ramen from all of the five restaurants.

I have many other ideas. I'll gather them together soon.

You have a lot of enthusiasm.

Fujieda-kun, do a follow-up.

Yes.

I still can't trust work done by women.

Is this called sexual harassment?

No, no...

Just pretend you didn't hear that.

Kashiwaba-san.

Let's do a good job.

I agree.

I know it's hasty, but I'd like to start procuring the last three restaurants soon.

Can you leave your afternoon open?

Yes.

Already getting starting, huh?

Don't let her eat you up. Do a good job.

Sure.

I'm counting on you two.

I'm looking forward to it.

Your manager is a scumbag.

But, I feel more determined now.

It's strictly business.

We can't ignore each other, even though you don't want to speak to me.

Yeah, I know.

Ok, see you later.

Sorry! Sorry! Did you wait long?

Nope, not at all.

Sorry to keep you waiting!

It's ok.

Where are we going?

Well...

How about a movie?

A movie?

There's one I want to see.

It's over there.

Maybe he doesn't want to take a summer vacation?

I don't think that's true.

Well, you're the one who brought up the whole trip idea.

Normally, isn't it the man who takes the initiative?

Wow, it's so crowded.

I'm leaving soon.

Good work.

Good afternoon.

Huh? You're not eating today?

Well... I have to go now.

Good work.

Start without me.

There's something I'd like to ask.

What is it?

It's about your cell phone.

Huh?

Where did you buy that strap?

This strap?

I know someone that has the same one.

That's why I had to ask.

You can buy these anywhere.

It's just a coincidence.

Really?

Of course.

I see.

When I was in college, I bought this at the beach.

Huh?

I bought two...

...with the person I was dating at the time.

Bye.

Sorry, I made you wait.

Well, let's go.

We should finish eating their ramen before beginning any negotiations.

I know. That's why I had a small bite for lunch.

You already ate?

Yeah, just a little.

The first restaurant is Kurobei in Kagurazaka.

So, we should transfer to the Touzai line at Kudanshita.

So, you still have it.

Huh?

That's why she got suspicious.

Show me your phone.

My phone?

Yeah.

Here.

Look. It's the one I gave you.

So, you couldn't bear to throw it away.

I never said that.

You still have feelings for me.

I just forgot.

Thanks.

Famous places sure are different. People are willing to line up just to eat.

The specialty here is roast pork ramen.

Huh?

Take this back.

I don't need it.

Take it back.

I said I don't need it.

Take it back.

Here.

Please.

What would I do with it?

Well, what would I do with it?

I don't know.

You two!

Please come here.

Yes.

Thank you!

I'll have the special roast pork ramen.

I'll have the same.

2 pork specials.

Got it!

You brought that, too?

We have to time them.

Here you go.

4.5 minutes? They're fast.

Now for the taste.

Thanks.

Thanks for the food.

It's delicious! No wonder they're famous. It was worth the wait, huh?

Yeah. This is really good. No wonder they're so crowded.

So good, I can eat many more bowls.

I think I could eat another bowl, too.

You want another bowl?

I guess we'll have another.

Ok, another one please.

Okay!

Thanks.

But your accent came out of nowhere!

"You're annoying me! Shut the hell up or get out!"

Those girls kept talking during all the good parts.

I can't believe you're from my hometown, Kouchi.

Maybe we've met somewhere before.

I'm sure we have.

I wonder what people think when they see us sitting here like this.

What do they think of us?

Maybe we look like two lovers.

Um...you're...

Yes?

You're more aggressive than you look.

Chitose-san, were you popular?

What?

Have you ever liked someone, but was too afraid to ask them out?

I'm not sure.

I thought we might be similar.

I think people can be categorized into several groups.

I think we might belong to the same group.

That's why when I'm with you, I feel like I can talk about anything.

What do you mean?!

Huh?

This joke's going too far!

I'm not making fun of you.

No one likes me, and I always get dumped.

Are you saying you're like me?

I'm leaving.

Huh? Chitose-san!

So that's why you're here? We'll never do it.

Please reconsider if you can.

I'm sure if you accept our offer...

I know you'll definitely get many customers.

I don't think I can recreate our flavor in your department store.

Please leave.

Our facilities are already prepared. We fully understand your concerns.

That's why we were given plenty of time to discuss this with you.

I really think your ramen is great.

Will you please just take a look at our plans?

You've only had one bowl. What do you know?

I'm sorry.

Thanks for waiting.

Please take a look at our plans.

We don't do that kind of thing. Go ask some other place.

Please reconsider.

Please just take a brief look.

Thank you.

Here are our plans. Will you please have a look?

Please take a look.

You're in my way!

They said it'd be tough.

Yeah, we had to eat four full bowls...

And drink all the soup, too.

And after all that, we couldn't even get one place.

We were naive.

It's okay. I understand now.

The ramen at all three places were prepared with great care.

I really want them to be a part of our Festival.

There's still time. We can always revisit them.

You're right.

Anyway, I'm going back to the department store.

I have to look over today's sales.

Ok, I'm going that way too.

Oh, yeah.

Huh?

Here.

I told you I don't need it. Just throw it away.

Yeah, but...

I guess so.

But...

Your girlfriend might get strange ideas if you suddenly don't have it anymore.

Huh?

It'll look like we're doing something behind her back.

Bye.

I don't know what she's thinking, but I don't want to be categorized with her.

It's my fault, I accepted her invitation without thinking.

Huh? You're not going to eat?

No, I have to visit some more ramen shops later.

What a great job! All you do is eat good stuff!

Listen... She's extremely cheerful around me.

Isn't that a good thing?

Have you been listening to me?!

She's from my hometown, she wears glasses, and she's kinda creepy.

Why is she so cheerful and aggressive around me?

That's what I've been telling you.

She's making a fool of me. Damn...

What is it?

I forgot something.

Is this it?

Oh.

I should confiscate this.

You look prettier like that.

Huh?

You should wear contacts. Never mind... Thank you.

Crap. I think I ate too much.

It's not good to eat too much.

I have so much body fat.

I'm going ahead.

Oh, sorry.

Yes?

Sorry, I can't make it.

Can you go alone?

Excuse me.

Can you show me other blue samples?

Thank you.

It's gonna take all day to finish the poster rough drafts.

Ok, I understand.

Say, what did you do with the strap?

What did I do with it?

I'm keeping it for now.

I see. I think it's bad either way, whether you keep it or not.

I'm hanging up.

How about karaoke?

Yeah, let's go!

Hey, Nao, wanna go? Hey!

I guess there's nothing I can do.

Huh?

Worrying won't solve anything.

(I'll be waiting at the usual place tonight. There's something I want to talk about.)

Thanks for waiting. Special pork ramen. Careful, it's hot.

It doesn't matter how many times you come...

I understand. I'm just here to eat.

Sorry, but you have to go outside. Phones aren't allowed.

Here you go. Special pork ramen.

Thanks for the food!

What? You're quitting? What are you saying?!

Hey wait! Hello?

Kids these days... Always complaining...!

One ramen please.

Ok, one ramen!

Damn.

Um, excuse me.

What?!

Can I help out?

Welcome!

Welcome. Cold sake?

No, tea, please.

Thank you!

Welcome!

Welcome!

Thank you!

This is NTT Docomo. The number you have dialed...

(Planning and Advertising Department)

Sorry I'm late. I finally finished the poster's rough draft.

Oh, good work. Tomorrow morning would have been fine.

No, I think the earlier the better.

How's it look?

Here it is.

It's good.

Thank you.

Thank you!

Here, take this.

Huh? What's that for?

You earned it. I don't wanna owe you anything.

You helped us because you want that contract. Am I right?

Yes, you're right.

I'll accept this. Thank you very much.

Goodbye.

(I'll be waiting at the usual place tonight. There's something I want to talk about. Nao.)

She's waiting?

Excuse me. I'll get off here.

Keep the change. Thank you.

Excuse me.

What's up?

Have you seen the girl I usually come here with today?

Nao!

Sorry, I'm late. I'm really sorry.

It's ok. I know it was sudden.

I had to turn my phone off.

I really need to ask you something.

Let me see your phone.

Here.

These straps come in pairs, don't they?

You used to date Saeki-san, right?

Tell me the truth.

Ok, I understand.

I dated her for half a year in my third year of college.

I met her while working part-time at the beach.

She was very bright and was always looking forward.

I thought she was a nice girl.

I really liked her.

But, I made her feel disillusioned.

I was shocked when she dumped me.

It's strange, but even guys cry when these things happen.

But, then I found a job and started training,

and that's when I met you.

It was love at first sight.

Me, too.

I started thinking about you after we met.

That's why I confessed my feelings to you.

Well, I really wanted to be with you, too.

Then why did you hide it?

The fact that Saeki-san is your ex-girlfriend?

Well...

You should of said something. That kind of thing doesn't really bother me.

I don't like secrets kept from me.

I'm sorry.

Things were just starting to go well with you.

I didn't want to give you any strange ideas.

I haven't seen her seen we broke up. There's nothing between us.

Is that true?

Yeah. If it wasn't true, I wouldn't be with you.

What's with me?

You're the only one I love.

Sorry, I made you worry.

I'm sorry.

Good morning!

Come to think of it, you live in Daikan too, huh?

How did it go yesterday?

Not good.

I see. I'll go with you today. How's 1:00 PM?

That's fine, but...

Hey, wait! Hey!

Hey.

What?

Where do you usually take your girlfriend?

Anywhere's fine.

Is she like me?

She's a really spirited girl, huh?

She's nothing like you.

She doesn't mind waiting for me, unlike you.

You always made me wait.

Oh, really?

I'll wait over there.

Thank you. Please come again.

Kashiwaba!

Yes!

We just got a call from Kurobei-san. He said he'll look at our contract.

Really?

Where there's a pulse, there's life!

I'll do my best!

Oh, Chief.

Welcome.

I need a small favor. It's about my summer vacation.

Welcome.

Listen, we must work and sweat when customers are on their summer vacations.

We can't go on vacation at the same time.

I understand, but... Chief.

Chief! Wait, don't close that.

Sorry. Where are we going today?

How about yakitori? (yakitori = grilled chicken on skewers)

Anything but yakitori.

Huh? You only asked your supervisor?

So, you don't know when you'll get time off?

I'm sorry, I'll keep asking.

Hey, wait up! Wanna go sing karaoke?

Oh, yeah...

Oh, I see. I'll just go home.

Chitose-san, Chitose-san.

I'm just getting in the way.

Why don't you come with us?

I'll just get in your way.

Good evening.

I waited for you.

Where're your glasses?

Chitose-san, you're such a stud.

It's not like that. I just know her from my dance class.

I want to apologize for the other day.

I'm sorry I said we're alike.

You're so much better than me.

No, that's not true.

I'm sorry I said we're alike.

You don't have to do that. It's ok, it doesn't bother me.

Hey, she's pretty cute.

I guess so.

Would you like to join us for drinks?

That'd be great. Let's go.

Really?

He never told me...

She's cute.

Huh? What?! Saeki-san's your ex-girlfriend?

Yeah.

Wow, she's such a babe!

But, I think Hayakawa-san is cuter.

Thanks.

Is it like a love triangle?

No, I'm dating Nao now.

But, your ex is a co-worker. Don't get too friendly with her.

It doesn't really bother me.

Hayakawa-san isn't like you. She doesn't get jealous.

But, what if your ex still likes you?

Why would she?

No, she doesn't like me.

She dumped me.

That's not what I meant.

Even if she doesn't like you anymore, your new relationship might bother her.

"How is she different from me? What makes him attracted to her?"

She might forcefully try to get in-between you two.

Stop that.

I'm sorry.

An ex-girlfriend is kinda like an in-law, huh?

Me and Touji are fine, right?

Yeah.

You guys get along well. Can I jump in the middle?

Stop that.

Aren't you drinking too fast?

Am I?

Did something happen?

No, nothing happened.

I can't believe this.... Young lady?

She's sound asleep.

I dumped him.

Yes, yes.

Then why? Touji, you jerk.

Hey, are you ok?

Ok, here we go.

Really? No...I'd like to go, too... (other chatter)

What's wrong?

Nothing...

Oh right, it's about time... ~ Shizuka ni machitekuru, nami no tsuzure ori.

Nandomo nakaseta ne, gomen.

Amedama mottenai kana? Kore ga saigo na no?

Shiroi ha, shita misete, warau.

Kimi shika (You are the one.) Mienai (For love and one.)

Hontou da yo.

Hakka no nioi no unmei no hito, sa.

Boku no me wa kimi shika utsuranai.

Suzushii umi kaze ni. Kono mama dakarete.

Kimi dake (You are the one. For love and one.)

Kimi to nara jouzu ni yareru sa.

(You are the one.) Kimi shika (For love and one.) Mienai

Hontou da yo.

Hakka no nioi no unmei no hito, sa.

Boku no me wa kimi shika utsuranai.

Ending theme: "HAKKA Candy" by Kinki Kids