1 00:00:50,950 --> 00:00:56,581 September of the 29th year of the Meiji era. 2 00:01:30,573 --> 00:01:33,243 Oh dear, are you awake? 3 00:01:33,993 --> 00:01:35,193 Yes. 4 00:01:35,370 --> 00:01:36,871 He's truly adorable. 5 00:01:36,912 --> 00:01:38,581 Thank you. 6 00:01:41,126 --> 00:01:43,919 Look at his expressive face. 7 00:01:44,379 --> 00:01:46,214 A boy should be like this. 8 00:01:46,464 --> 00:01:47,923 It's a girl. 9 00:01:48,883 --> 00:01:50,135 I apologize. 10 00:01:52,262 --> 00:01:55,223 We recently had a boy in our family. 11 00:01:56,807 --> 00:02:00,145 "Giving birth to a boy..." 12 00:02:02,272 --> 00:02:06,442 "Gave birth to a boy, radiant as jade." 13 00:02:16,494 --> 00:02:18,780 Could it be the train collided with a wild boar? 14 00:02:19,289 --> 00:02:21,666 No, my guess is a bear. 15 00:02:21,916 --> 00:02:22,917 If it's a big bear, 16 00:02:22,958 --> 00:02:24,627 Then we are struck for a while. 17 00:02:24,710 --> 00:02:26,754 It's really nerve-wracking. 18 00:02:27,129 --> 00:02:28,839 This… 19 00:02:29,882 --> 00:02:31,467 May I ask what's going on? 20 00:02:31,717 --> 00:02:33,844 We are investigating. 21 00:02:34,720 --> 00:02:35,930 Um... 22 00:02:37,097 --> 00:02:38,808 My child is born. 23 00:02:39,225 --> 00:02:40,310 Please, start the train quickly. 24 00:02:40,351 --> 00:02:41,977 It's a boy, radiant as jade. 25 00:02:55,115 --> 00:02:56,534 Thank you. 26 00:02:58,286 --> 00:02:59,486 Where is everyone? 27 00:03:51,547 --> 00:03:54,759 Don't cry, please don't cry. 28 00:03:55,175 --> 00:03:56,677 The head of the family... 29 00:03:56,719 --> 00:03:58,137 What should we do? 30 00:04:03,726 --> 00:04:05,394 So well-behaved... 31 00:04:06,729 --> 00:04:10,691 The baby is the best... 32 00:04:18,616 --> 00:04:19,816 Masajiro? 33 00:04:20,034 --> 00:04:21,234 Dad. 34 00:04:22,161 --> 00:04:25,498 I understand you're eager to see your son, 35 00:04:26,040 --> 00:04:32,584 but what does it mean to enter the house without first coming to the shop and greeting me? 36 00:04:33,005 --> 00:04:34,507 I'm sincerely sorry. 37 00:04:37,009 --> 00:04:39,470 We've decided on the child's name. 38 00:04:40,262 --> 00:04:41,514 What name did you choose? 39 00:04:45,100 --> 00:04:46,769 Kenji. 40 00:04:50,440 --> 00:04:51,732 Kenji? 41 00:04:54,985 --> 00:04:58,155 Miyazawa Kenji. 42 00:05:00,700 --> 00:05:02,743 It's a good name. 43 00:05:05,996 --> 00:05:07,582 Miyazawa Pawn Shop 44 00:05:07,873 --> 00:05:09,249 Hello. 45 00:05:11,752 --> 00:05:14,254 It's really hot today. 46 00:05:16,173 --> 00:05:18,133 Could you tell me how much this is worth? 47 00:05:19,719 --> 00:05:21,346 Two yen. 48 00:05:21,637 --> 00:05:23,889 Please, give a little more. 49 00:05:23,931 --> 00:05:25,600 How about two yen and fifty sen? 50 00:05:25,641 --> 00:05:28,060 At most, it's worth two yen. 51 00:05:31,021 --> 00:05:33,023 By the way, Master Kenji, 52 00:05:33,065 --> 00:05:34,589 he'll be starting elementary school next year, right? 53 00:05:34,609 --> 00:05:36,318 Time flies. 54 00:05:36,611 --> 00:05:38,446 Well, yes. 55 00:05:38,488 --> 00:05:41,073 He'll surely be excellent. 56 00:05:41,699 --> 00:05:43,389 We can’t say for sure what the future holds. 57 00:05:43,409 --> 00:05:46,704 Don't be modest, Mr. Seijiro. 58 00:05:46,746 --> 00:05:48,456 You are our Hanamaki's top scholar. 59 00:05:48,498 --> 00:05:50,416 Like father, like son. 60 00:05:50,833 --> 00:05:52,460 No, it's not that impressive. 61 00:05:52,502 --> 00:05:53,858 Even if your young master becomes the top scholar in Morioka, 62 00:05:53,878 --> 00:05:57,006 or even in Iwate, it wouldn't be surprising. 63 00:05:57,089 --> 00:05:58,215 That's not true. 64 00:05:58,257 --> 00:06:01,719 You just said the future is uncertain. 65 00:06:01,802 --> 00:06:02,512 Indeed. 66 00:06:02,595 --> 00:06:05,473 If it comes true, you will be very happy, right? 67 00:06:05,515 --> 00:06:06,724 Probably. 68 00:06:06,766 --> 00:06:08,414 Let's make it two yen and twenty sen. 69 00:06:08,434 --> 00:06:09,644 Alright. 70 00:06:13,272 --> 00:06:14,565 I appreciate it. 71 00:06:14,649 --> 00:06:15,441 No… 72 00:06:15,566 --> 00:06:16,484 I can only give you two yen at most. 73 00:06:16,526 --> 00:06:18,318 Thank you in advance. 74 00:06:27,412 --> 00:06:29,121 What's wrong? 75 00:06:30,122 --> 00:06:32,583 Ken, I don't know what happened. 76 00:06:32,875 --> 00:06:35,525 Not only did he have a high fever, but he also had bleeding. 77 00:06:35,545 --> 00:06:36,745 Bleeding? 78 00:06:37,087 --> 00:06:39,549 I saw there was blood when he went to the toilet. 79 00:06:39,840 --> 00:06:42,843 I took him to the hospital, and the doctor said it's dysentery. 80 00:06:43,636 --> 00:06:44,679 Bloody diarrhea? 81 00:06:44,762 --> 00:06:48,182 Yes, decided to admit him immediately. 82 00:06:58,067 --> 00:06:59,444 Head of the Family? 83 00:06:59,819 --> 00:07:01,779 - Let me go. - What? 84 00:07:01,862 --> 00:07:04,364 I'll take care of Kenji. 85 00:07:04,824 --> 00:07:06,241 Don't talk nonsense. 86 00:07:06,366 --> 00:07:09,266 How can the head of the Family go to the hospital to take care of a patient? 87 00:07:09,286 --> 00:07:11,080 I will take good care of him. 88 00:07:11,121 --> 00:07:12,915 You stay and manage the household. 89 00:07:12,957 --> 00:07:14,166 What about the shop? 90 00:07:14,208 --> 00:07:15,668 I will ask dad for help. 91 00:07:15,835 --> 00:07:17,294 Please reconsider. 92 00:07:17,462 --> 00:07:19,485 Let the head of the household go take care of the patient. 93 00:07:19,505 --> 00:07:21,757 How can I face the neighbors in the future? 94 00:07:22,132 --> 00:07:23,884 My son is sick. 95 00:07:24,844 --> 00:07:26,471 What are you arguing about? 96 00:07:27,847 --> 00:07:32,309 Um... the head of the household wants to go take care of Kenji. 97 00:07:33,686 --> 00:07:35,062 Fool. 98 00:07:35,395 --> 00:07:39,108 Taking care of a sick person is not something a man should do. 99 00:07:39,775 --> 00:07:42,570 But if something happens to Kenji... 100 00:07:42,653 --> 00:07:45,197 Don't worry, leave it to the doctor. 101 00:07:45,280 --> 00:07:46,907 How can I leave it to the doctor? 102 00:07:46,949 --> 00:07:49,409 Then who else can you leave it to? 103 00:07:51,579 --> 00:07:54,414 Of course leave it to me. 104 00:07:54,456 --> 00:07:56,250 Show some restraint. 105 00:07:56,917 --> 00:07:58,753 The head of the Miyazawa family 106 00:07:58,961 --> 00:08:00,880 shouldn't do something so embarrassing. 107 00:08:01,088 --> 00:08:04,258 It's just a child being sick. 108 00:08:06,260 --> 00:08:08,513 Dad, it's not just a child. 109 00:08:09,054 --> 00:08:11,007 The one who's sick is our precious Kenji. 110 00:08:18,814 --> 00:08:22,484 If Kenji dies, I won't be able to go on. 111 00:08:53,140 --> 00:08:54,809 Kenji… 112 00:09:04,234 --> 00:09:05,633 Next bed, the patient's name is Miyazawa Kenji. 113 00:09:05,653 --> 00:09:07,905 I am his father, Masajiro. 114 00:09:08,030 --> 00:09:09,762 Starting today, I'll be here temporarily. 115 00:09:09,782 --> 00:09:12,076 Please take care of us. 116 00:09:18,457 --> 00:09:19,939 Newly admitted patient, Miyazawa Kenji. 117 00:09:19,959 --> 00:09:21,919 I am his father, Masajiro. 118 00:09:22,002 --> 00:09:23,442 Starting today, I'll be here temporarily. 119 00:09:23,462 --> 00:09:25,798 Please take care of us. 120 00:09:31,721 --> 00:09:33,368 Newly admitted patient, Miyazawa Kenji. 121 00:09:33,388 --> 00:09:35,265 I am his father, Masajiro. 122 00:09:35,390 --> 00:09:36,956 Starting today, I'll be here temporarily. 123 00:09:36,976 --> 00:09:39,311 Please take care of us. 124 00:09:42,397 --> 00:09:44,350 Newly admitted patient, Miyazawa Kenji... 125 00:09:49,238 --> 00:09:54,785 I heard a secret remedy from the nurse. 126 00:10:13,095 --> 00:10:14,554 It's too hot? 127 00:10:16,682 --> 00:10:19,226 How is it? Do you feel better? 128 00:10:21,311 --> 00:10:22,604 Just say it. 129 00:10:24,649 --> 00:10:26,734 It's lights-out time. 130 00:10:27,317 --> 00:10:28,736 Go to sleep. 131 00:10:28,944 --> 00:10:31,659 The doctor also said sleep is the most effective medicine. 132 00:10:33,198 --> 00:10:34,033 Thank you, 133 00:10:34,074 --> 00:10:35,200 Good night. 134 00:10:35,284 --> 00:10:36,618 Good night. 135 00:10:38,495 --> 00:10:40,790 What's wrong? Can't sleep? 136 00:10:42,166 --> 00:10:46,003 Dad will sing a lullaby to help you sleep. 137 00:10:47,755 --> 00:10:52,843 Firewood, firewood 138 00:10:53,552 --> 00:10:58,724 The water on that side is not good to drink 139 00:10:59,266 --> 00:11:01,560 The water on this side is good to drink 140 00:11:01,601 --> 00:11:02,978 It sounds awful. 141 00:11:10,903 --> 00:11:16,283 Firewood, firewood 142 00:11:16,491 --> 00:11:20,454 What a fool, I told you earlier. 143 00:11:20,537 --> 00:11:25,125 Taking care of patients should be left to nurses. 144 00:11:26,085 --> 00:11:28,921 This is dysentery, 145 00:11:29,964 --> 00:11:31,799 not contagious. 146 00:11:32,091 --> 00:11:34,009 It's all the same. 147 00:11:34,509 --> 00:11:38,263 You got sick because you went to take care of a patient. 148 00:11:41,141 --> 00:11:45,020 Dad, I plan to 149 00:11:46,105 --> 00:11:51,276 send Kenji to junior high in Morioka soon. 150 00:11:53,362 --> 00:11:56,782 What education one needs run a pawn shop? 151 00:11:57,742 --> 00:12:03,998 If he accidentally gets into literature or art, 152 00:12:06,416 --> 00:12:11,088 it'll be worse than indulging in alcohol and women. 153 00:12:17,970 --> 00:12:19,263 Dad... 154 00:12:19,388 --> 00:12:20,722 What? 155 00:12:21,556 --> 00:12:24,726 I am different from you. 156 00:12:26,979 --> 00:12:29,815 I am a father in the civilized and enlightened new era... 157 00:12:30,900 --> 00:12:33,068 I am a father of the Meiji era. 158 00:12:34,486 --> 00:12:36,030 You little... 159 00:12:37,489 --> 00:12:38,698 Masajiro. 160 00:12:40,659 --> 00:12:41,859 What's wrong? 161 00:12:42,036 --> 00:12:43,620 You... 162 00:12:46,040 --> 00:12:48,250 Too fixated on the role of a father. 163 00:12:59,887 --> 00:13:06,435 Father of the Milky Way Railroad. 164 00:13:09,771 --> 00:13:14,276 Taisho Year 3, March 165 00:13:31,293 --> 00:13:35,005 I'm Kenji, and I've returned from Morioka. 166 00:13:37,799 --> 00:13:42,554 Graduation certificate, Kenji Miyazawa Completed coursework in all subjects in middle school 167 00:13:42,596 --> 00:13:46,016 Granted graduation, this certificate 168 00:13:51,563 --> 00:13:55,275 Ranked 60th out of 88 students. 169 00:13:55,943 --> 00:13:57,194 Yes. 170 00:14:01,240 --> 00:14:05,140 Now you understand that there are different levels of people and things beyond our understanding. 171 00:14:05,160 --> 00:14:06,786 Yes, thanks to my father. 172 00:14:06,871 --> 00:14:10,249 I've learned a lot about the vast world. 173 00:14:11,833 --> 00:14:15,462 In any case, you've successfully graduated from Junior high school. 174 00:14:15,921 --> 00:14:17,121 All thanks to my father. 175 00:14:19,841 --> 00:14:21,176 Let’s celebrate first. 176 00:14:21,218 --> 00:14:22,511 What would you like to eat? 177 00:14:22,594 --> 00:14:24,513 Pears? Apples? 178 00:14:25,305 --> 00:14:26,505 Or sushi? 179 00:14:27,349 --> 00:14:29,601 I want to eat everything. 180 00:14:31,186 --> 00:14:32,146 Alright. 181 00:14:32,229 --> 00:14:33,730 Thank you. 182 00:14:33,772 --> 00:14:36,566 Starting tomorrow, focus on studying the family business. 183 00:14:36,608 --> 00:14:37,808 I don't want to. 184 00:14:39,611 --> 00:14:40,445 What? 185 00:14:40,612 --> 00:14:42,739 I don't want to run the pawnshop, Father. 186 00:14:42,990 --> 00:14:45,242 After reading Emerson, Bergson, and Tolstoy, 187 00:14:45,284 --> 00:14:50,744 I realized that the pawnshop is built on the exploitation of farmers. 188 00:14:51,206 --> 00:14:52,416 In other words, 189 00:14:52,499 --> 00:14:54,834 you are bullying the weak, aren't you? 190 00:14:59,839 --> 00:15:01,550 It's not like that. 191 00:15:01,633 --> 00:15:03,093 Listen, Kenji, 192 00:15:03,468 --> 00:15:06,763 banks won't lend money to poor farmers. 193 00:15:07,347 --> 00:15:09,934 Without pawnshops like ours, 194 00:15:10,184 --> 00:15:13,851 more people would have to sell their daughters or resort to suicide for money. 195 00:15:13,895 --> 00:15:16,440 We are not bullying the weak; 196 00:15:18,358 --> 00:15:21,486 we are helping farmers. 197 00:15:21,778 --> 00:15:24,489 That's just rhetoric, Father. 198 00:15:24,739 --> 00:15:26,096 I've read Emerson, Bergson, Dostoevsky... 199 00:15:26,116 --> 00:15:27,932 - Noisy, too verbose. - And Tolstoy's books... 200 00:15:27,952 --> 00:15:29,536 Noisy, noisy. 201 00:15:31,413 --> 00:15:34,166 You're just talking nonsense. 202 00:15:36,585 --> 00:15:38,212 Anyway, 203 00:15:38,295 --> 00:15:40,965 starting tomorrow, you'll work in the shop. Understand? 204 00:15:44,384 --> 00:15:45,584 Okay. 205 00:15:46,636 --> 00:15:49,139 Miyazawa Pawnshop 206 00:16:07,574 --> 00:16:08,993 Can I come in? 207 00:16:10,244 --> 00:16:12,621 No, you'll catch a cold. 208 00:16:13,538 --> 00:16:15,499 Take this. 209 00:16:16,500 --> 00:16:17,834 Thank you. 210 00:16:20,379 --> 00:16:21,880 Are you the young master here? 211 00:16:21,963 --> 00:16:23,257 Yes. 212 00:16:24,008 --> 00:16:26,510 You've grown so much. 213 00:16:29,304 --> 00:16:33,558 This sickle has always been precious to me. 214 00:16:37,896 --> 00:16:39,611 Can you tell me how much it's worth? 215 00:16:44,069 --> 00:16:47,281 Well, how about one yen? 216 00:16:48,448 --> 00:16:49,866 One yen... 217 00:16:51,451 --> 00:16:52,744 Give a little more. 218 00:16:52,827 --> 00:16:56,373 Well, may I ask why you urgently need money? 219 00:16:58,458 --> 00:17:01,586 My wife has gangrene. 220 00:17:01,836 --> 00:17:03,380 Gangrene? 221 00:17:03,671 --> 00:17:05,673 That's a serious illness. 222 00:17:06,133 --> 00:17:07,592 Have you seen a doctor? 223 00:17:08,301 --> 00:17:10,301 We don't have money for medical treatment. 224 00:17:12,514 --> 00:17:16,143 Then... how about three yen? 225 00:17:18,020 --> 00:17:20,068 We have two children at home who need milk. 226 00:17:20,189 --> 00:17:22,066 Children need milk... 227 00:17:22,524 --> 00:17:27,821 Okay, then... I'll give you two more yen. 228 00:17:28,988 --> 00:17:30,188 Thank you. 229 00:17:30,740 --> 00:17:34,619 Thank you so much… 230 00:17:42,294 --> 00:17:43,920 Take care. 231 00:17:49,218 --> 00:17:50,719 You idiot.. 232 00:17:51,386 --> 00:17:54,848 But Father, his wife has gangrene, 233 00:17:54,973 --> 00:17:56,330 and two children need milk... 234 00:17:56,350 --> 00:17:58,685 That guy doesn't have any children at all. 235 00:17:59,603 --> 00:18:00,803 What? 236 00:18:01,062 --> 00:18:03,022 The money you gave him, 237 00:18:03,398 --> 00:18:05,609 he'll just use it for drinking and gambling. 238 00:18:05,692 --> 00:18:08,153 He's lying about the gangrene. 239 00:18:10,197 --> 00:18:11,865 Really, Father? 240 00:18:12,241 --> 00:18:16,786 You don't understand the ways of the world. 241 00:18:20,290 --> 00:18:21,875 That's a relief. 242 00:18:22,501 --> 00:18:24,461 If it's a scam, then I'm fine with it. 243 00:18:24,586 --> 00:18:26,380 What do you mean, fine? 244 00:18:27,131 --> 00:18:30,467 You paid five yen for a sickle that's not even worth one yen. 245 00:18:31,135 --> 00:18:33,220 Are you trying to make us bankrupt? 246 00:18:43,480 --> 00:18:44,981 Let's end it here for today. 247 00:19:31,486 --> 00:19:33,280 Brother! 248 00:19:36,866 --> 00:19:39,911 - I knew you were here. - It's you. 249 00:19:40,161 --> 00:19:41,580 Brother, look, 250 00:19:44,291 --> 00:19:45,792 it's Andersen. 251 00:19:45,834 --> 00:19:49,213 Yes, there are stories in it that I haven't read. 252 00:19:59,055 --> 00:20:01,725 The sun, full of vitality, 253 00:20:01,766 --> 00:20:03,810 shines warm sunlight. 254 00:20:04,102 --> 00:20:08,273 The just-molted swan spreads its wings, 255 00:20:08,315 --> 00:20:10,149 elongates its slender neck, 256 00:20:10,191 --> 00:20:12,026 and sincerely says, 257 00:20:12,193 --> 00:20:16,365 "I, who used to be an ugly duckling, 258 00:20:16,406 --> 00:20:20,285 never thought I could feel such happiness." 259 00:20:20,660 --> 00:20:24,331 it looks so happy. 260 00:20:24,831 --> 00:20:26,458 The end. 261 00:20:29,294 --> 00:20:30,920 It's really interesting. 262 00:20:31,004 --> 00:20:34,716 Yeah, it's amazing. 263 00:20:35,884 --> 00:20:38,599 Brother, you should be able to write like that too, right? 264 00:20:38,803 --> 00:20:42,391 Didn't you say you wanted to be Japan's Andersen? 265 00:20:42,474 --> 00:20:43,558 Silly boy. 266 00:20:43,642 --> 00:20:45,685 That was when I was a child. 267 00:20:46,060 --> 00:20:47,771 Why are you saying this now? 268 00:20:47,896 --> 00:20:50,982 It's a shame I like your story so much 269 00:20:52,901 --> 00:20:54,694 Didn't we make an appointment? 270 00:20:54,736 --> 00:20:58,445 You promised to tell me more stories when I grow up. 271 00:20:59,324 --> 00:21:01,701 That's all in the past. 272 00:21:07,707 --> 00:21:09,208 Why say that? 273 00:21:09,793 --> 00:21:14,548 Because... I've always been looking forward to it. 274 00:21:16,841 --> 00:21:20,345 Why? Why won't you write, brother? 275 00:21:26,100 --> 00:21:27,852 I'm sorry, 276 00:21:30,897 --> 00:21:34,275 but I don't have the talent for writing. 277 00:21:38,822 --> 00:21:43,159 So, are you still planning to inherit the pawnshop? 278 00:21:46,287 --> 00:21:48,540 I don't have the talent for that either. 279 00:21:53,086 --> 00:21:55,088 Do you want to continue your education? 280 00:21:56,465 --> 00:21:57,382 Yes. 281 00:21:57,424 --> 00:21:58,925 Don't talk nonsense. 282 00:21:59,509 --> 00:22:02,220 With such poor grades, what do you want to study? 283 00:22:02,804 --> 00:22:04,514 What else do you want to learn? 284 00:22:04,556 --> 00:22:07,934 Father, I want to learn more, 285 00:22:08,059 --> 00:22:10,269 become someone who can serve society. 286 00:22:10,354 --> 00:22:11,104 Please. 287 00:22:11,145 --> 00:22:12,856 If you want to serve society, 288 00:22:12,897 --> 00:22:14,421 then inherit this shop properly. 289 00:22:14,733 --> 00:22:17,781 For the people of the town, working hard should be enough, right? 290 00:22:19,446 --> 00:22:21,740 You are the eldest son in our family. 291 00:22:22,323 --> 00:22:24,618 You must be like Grandfather and Father 292 00:22:24,993 --> 00:22:27,328 guarding the entire family. 293 00:22:28,455 --> 00:22:30,646 Take a moment to calm down and think carefully. 294 00:22:33,209 --> 00:22:36,880 Right now, you're just too passionate, 295 00:22:37,797 --> 00:22:40,717 getting influenced by those foreign books... 296 00:22:40,759 --> 00:22:42,051 It's not just passion. 297 00:22:42,135 --> 00:22:44,659 Even if I calmly reconsider, my decision won't change. 298 00:22:47,348 --> 00:22:48,683 Kenji. 299 00:22:49,809 --> 00:22:53,897 You're just using this as an excuse to avoid inheriting the pawnshop. 300 00:23:10,914 --> 00:23:12,114 Father, 301 00:23:14,333 --> 00:23:16,961 what are your plans for Kenji's education? 302 00:23:18,087 --> 00:23:19,881 What plans can there be... 303 00:23:19,923 --> 00:23:21,966 Let Kenji inherit the family business 304 00:23:22,216 --> 00:23:24,594 Let him continue his education first, 305 00:23:24,928 --> 00:23:28,557 pursue knowledge to his heart's content, and then return. 306 00:23:29,015 --> 00:23:30,266 What are you saying? 307 00:23:36,189 --> 00:23:41,778 You are a father who envisions the future of the new era. 308 00:23:45,574 --> 00:23:50,579 You know very well what the coming times require. 309 00:23:51,663 --> 00:23:56,918 We, your children, take pride in you. 310 00:23:58,837 --> 00:24:00,672 Let Kenji continue his education. 311 00:24:00,755 --> 00:24:05,176 One day, it will bring pride to the Miyazawa family. 312 00:24:17,981 --> 00:24:19,566 Continue your studies. 313 00:24:24,821 --> 00:24:28,575 What about inheriting the family business? 314 00:24:29,117 --> 00:24:30,827 Let's set that aside for now. 315 00:24:31,202 --> 00:24:32,411 This… 316 00:24:33,913 --> 00:24:37,083 I'm not that traditional and narrow-minded father. 317 00:24:39,878 --> 00:24:44,674 I understand what the next era needs. 318 00:24:45,258 --> 00:24:47,093 I am a father of the new era. 319 00:24:49,513 --> 00:24:50,805 Yes… 320 00:24:50,847 --> 00:24:53,228 After you pursue knowledge to your heart's content, 321 00:24:53,558 --> 00:24:57,478 it's not too late to inherit the family business. 322 00:24:59,230 --> 00:25:02,025 On the other hand, after you graduate, 323 00:25:02,776 --> 00:25:04,736 you must inherit the family business. 324 00:25:07,280 --> 00:25:08,480 Yes. 325 00:25:16,706 --> 00:25:17,999 I'm done. 326 00:25:18,041 --> 00:25:19,241 Alright. 327 00:25:23,630 --> 00:25:27,508 This morning, I have an important announcement. 328 00:25:28,843 --> 00:25:30,043 What? 329 00:25:31,512 --> 00:25:36,643 Father agreed to let my brother continue his education. 330 00:25:36,768 --> 00:25:39,353 Really? That's fantastic, brother. 331 00:25:39,437 --> 00:25:41,314 Which school are you going to? 332 00:25:41,397 --> 00:25:43,775 Where? where are you going? 333 00:25:44,108 --> 00:25:45,526 Well, 334 00:25:45,610 --> 00:25:47,946 Tokyo High School or Sendai Second High School 335 00:25:47,987 --> 00:25:51,199 might be a bit far-fetched. 336 00:25:52,325 --> 00:25:54,285 You're right. 337 00:25:56,746 --> 00:26:00,541 But if it's Waseda or Keio... 338 00:26:00,584 --> 00:26:03,962 I want to attend Morioka Higher Agricultural and Forestry School. 339 00:26:05,254 --> 00:26:06,631 You… 340 00:26:07,090 --> 00:26:09,363 Morioka Higher Agricultural and Forestry School? 341 00:26:09,383 --> 00:26:11,595 Isn't that a school for farming? 342 00:26:11,636 --> 00:26:13,012 Exactly, that's it. 343 00:26:13,054 --> 00:26:15,098 Why go to a school like that? 344 00:26:15,181 --> 00:26:18,226 I want to help farmers, live with them. 345 00:26:18,267 --> 00:26:19,435 Stop talking nonsense. 346 00:26:19,477 --> 00:26:21,710 - You have no idea how the world works. - Father, didn't you say? 347 00:26:21,730 --> 00:26:22,930 I never said that. 348 00:26:24,565 --> 00:26:26,109 You clearly did. 349 00:26:26,484 --> 00:26:29,362 You said the pawnshop helps farmers. 350 00:26:33,574 --> 00:26:38,037 I want to try in my own way. 351 00:27:00,143 --> 00:27:01,770 I'm back. 352 00:27:04,355 --> 00:27:05,314 Come. 353 00:27:05,356 --> 00:27:07,108 Thank you, Mother. 354 00:27:07,984 --> 00:27:10,862 How long will you stay this time, Ken? 355 00:27:11,612 --> 00:27:13,156 About a month or so. 356 00:27:13,447 --> 00:27:16,242 I have to go back as soon as summer vacation ends. 357 00:27:20,579 --> 00:27:21,779 Father, 358 00:27:22,999 --> 00:27:24,458 thank you. 359 00:27:26,670 --> 00:27:29,630 Thanks to you, I can continue my education, 360 00:27:29,673 --> 00:27:31,632 which has given me more ideas. 361 00:27:32,175 --> 00:27:34,260 Just as you said, 362 00:27:34,385 --> 00:27:37,806 accompanying farmers in their lives is not easy. 363 00:27:39,098 --> 00:27:40,516 Well... 364 00:27:41,350 --> 00:27:44,312 I am indeed the son of a businessman 365 00:27:45,271 --> 00:27:47,128 I want to apply the knowledge I gained in school 366 00:27:47,148 --> 00:27:48,733 Start a business 367 00:27:48,900 --> 00:27:50,214 for the prosperity of the Mizusawa family 368 00:27:50,234 --> 00:27:53,822 and the people of Hanamaki. 369 00:27:55,614 --> 00:27:56,866 Start a business? 370 00:27:56,991 --> 00:27:58,191 Yes. 371 00:27:58,326 --> 00:28:01,162 I plan to manufacture synthetic gemstones. 372 00:28:01,955 --> 00:28:04,040 Synthetic gemstones? 373 00:28:04,332 --> 00:28:05,532 Yes. 374 00:28:06,000 --> 00:28:08,211 I want to use ordinary minerals 375 00:28:08,461 --> 00:28:12,048 to synthesize rubies or diamonds. 376 00:28:13,216 --> 00:28:17,178 They'll look authentic and be affordable, 377 00:28:18,179 --> 00:28:20,514 sure to sell well. 378 00:28:22,016 --> 00:28:23,873 I intend to invest a couple of hundred yen initially, 379 00:28:23,893 --> 00:28:26,896 starting with the grinding business to build up strength. 380 00:28:27,063 --> 00:28:29,523 Then, I'll move on to making jewelry, 381 00:28:29,983 --> 00:28:33,778 selling tie clips or cufflinks with gemstones. 382 00:28:33,945 --> 00:28:36,572 While developing synthetic gemstones, 383 00:28:37,615 --> 00:28:39,055 once there's progress in research, 384 00:28:39,075 --> 00:28:41,369 I can invest more capital. 385 00:28:41,494 --> 00:28:45,832 Buy furnaces, machinery, and various chemicals. 386 00:28:45,874 --> 00:28:48,501 Eventually, successfully develop synthetic gemstones. 387 00:28:50,419 --> 00:28:51,670 Wait a moment? 388 00:28:52,046 --> 00:28:52,797 Yes. 389 00:28:53,047 --> 00:28:55,424 So, about the very beginning... 390 00:28:55,842 --> 00:28:57,042 Please, go on. 391 00:28:57,426 --> 00:29:01,180 Where do you plan to get the two or three hundred yen in funding? 392 00:29:03,808 --> 00:29:06,394 Father, mother, 393 00:29:07,686 --> 00:29:10,879 as long as the research is successful, whether it's the Mizusawa family 394 00:29:10,899 --> 00:29:12,942 or the people of Hanamaki, 395 00:29:13,276 --> 00:29:15,028 everyone will find happiness. 396 00:29:23,661 --> 00:29:26,122 I'm counting on you. 397 00:29:34,588 --> 00:29:37,716 Are you going to support our virtuous son? 398 00:29:40,553 --> 00:29:42,806 Where would I get so much money? 399 00:29:44,307 --> 00:29:45,809 That's true. 400 00:29:49,020 --> 00:29:50,729 Really, 401 00:29:52,315 --> 00:29:55,985 that kid always talks about unrealistic dreams. 402 00:29:58,737 --> 00:30:00,239 Head of the family, 403 00:30:05,453 --> 00:30:07,288 our virtuous son... 404 00:30:12,293 --> 00:30:13,627 What? 405 00:30:14,170 --> 00:30:15,796 That kid… 406 00:30:17,715 --> 00:30:21,845 probably just wants to be praised by you. 407 00:30:26,182 --> 00:30:27,766 Praised by me? 408 00:30:55,711 --> 00:30:59,840 You're really hardworking, keep it up. 409 00:31:00,133 --> 00:31:01,509 Thank you. 410 00:31:23,489 --> 00:31:24,689 Ah, Sis. 411 00:31:25,324 --> 00:31:26,524 Yes? 412 00:31:28,411 --> 00:31:29,954 Mother, sister is back. 413 00:31:34,708 --> 00:31:35,919 I'm back. 414 00:31:35,960 --> 00:31:37,670 Welcome back, Toshi. 415 00:31:39,880 --> 00:31:42,050 Father, I'm back. 416 00:31:42,926 --> 00:31:43,927 Welcome back. 417 00:31:44,052 --> 00:31:45,011 Welcome back, sister. 418 00:31:45,094 --> 00:31:46,137 Welcome back. 419 00:31:46,179 --> 00:31:47,379 I'm back. 420 00:31:47,513 --> 00:31:49,495 Sister, how is the girls' school in Tokyo? 421 00:31:49,515 --> 00:31:51,267 Did you go to Ueno Zoo? 422 00:31:51,392 --> 00:31:53,416 Have you seen John the Elephant and Donkey? 423 00:31:53,436 --> 00:31:54,270 Not yet. 424 00:31:54,312 --> 00:31:55,979 Let's go see it together next time. 425 00:31:57,481 --> 00:31:59,984 - Is everyone doing well? - All good. 426 00:32:00,109 --> 00:32:01,902 Did you go up Asakusa Twelve Floors? 427 00:32:02,070 --> 00:32:03,467 Have you ever taken the elevator? 428 00:32:03,487 --> 00:32:06,032 Not yet, studying keeps me busy enough. 429 00:32:09,202 --> 00:32:12,371 Brother, I'm back. 430 00:32:12,956 --> 00:32:14,707 Welcome back, Toshi. 431 00:32:16,500 --> 00:32:18,502 Ichi… 432 00:32:18,711 --> 00:32:21,047 - I'll be right there. - Ichi... 433 00:32:25,759 --> 00:32:29,763 Grandfather's condition is getting worse. 434 00:32:37,230 --> 00:32:39,940 - Stay calm, please stay calm. - Don't touch me. 435 00:32:40,274 --> 00:32:42,151 - Please calm down first. - Dad. 436 00:32:42,235 --> 00:32:44,070 - Mom, are you okay? - Dad. 437 00:32:44,112 --> 00:32:46,072 You guys are so noisy. 438 00:32:46,155 --> 00:32:48,491 - Please don't, Grandpa. - Watch me hit you... 439 00:32:49,033 --> 00:32:52,245 I'll really do it. 440 00:32:55,164 --> 00:32:56,665 Hit you. 441 00:32:58,876 --> 00:33:00,211 Grandpa. 442 00:33:02,755 --> 00:33:04,298 Grandpa. 443 00:33:10,888 --> 00:33:14,392 Where is this? 444 00:33:18,479 --> 00:33:19,855 I... 445 00:33:27,030 --> 00:33:29,157 Die with a bit more dignity. 446 00:33:40,459 --> 00:33:42,836 It's okay, Grandpa. 447 00:33:44,922 --> 00:33:46,840 There's really nothing to fear. 448 00:33:50,928 --> 00:33:53,681 Everyone will face death, 449 00:33:56,016 --> 00:33:57,726 whether they're young 450 00:33:59,437 --> 00:34:01,189 or old, 451 00:34:03,232 --> 00:34:05,068 even children. 452 00:34:12,991 --> 00:34:16,287 So, Grandpa, 453 00:34:18,997 --> 00:34:20,458 Please… 454 00:34:22,376 --> 00:34:25,421 find peace within yourself. 455 00:34:29,717 --> 00:34:31,635 It's fine. 456 00:34:33,053 --> 00:34:35,764 Everyone loves Grandpa the most. 457 00:34:40,978 --> 00:34:42,480 I... 458 00:34:44,857 --> 00:34:49,112 I should go home. 459 00:34:57,661 --> 00:34:59,497 Child… 460 00:35:04,210 --> 00:35:08,631 My eldest son is born. 461 00:35:09,340 --> 00:35:10,883 Dad. 462 00:35:27,566 --> 00:35:29,152 Daddy. 463 00:38:30,583 --> 00:38:32,042 - No problem. - Okay. 464 00:38:33,419 --> 00:38:35,546 I'll help you with your usual medicine. 465 00:38:35,754 --> 00:38:37,089 Thank you. 466 00:38:37,423 --> 00:38:39,508 Still eating porridge in the summer? 467 00:38:39,925 --> 00:38:44,597 Yes, or else I'll get a stomachache again. 468 00:38:45,764 --> 00:38:49,184 It was Kenji who gave me dysentery. 469 00:38:49,810 --> 00:38:53,397 No choice, I had to learn to live with it. 470 00:38:53,564 --> 00:38:56,359 Speaking of which, Kenji returned to Hanamaki? 471 00:38:56,525 --> 00:38:58,276 Yes, he's on summer vacation. 472 00:38:58,318 --> 00:38:59,695 I see. 473 00:39:00,070 --> 00:39:02,365 I happened to see him last time, 474 00:39:02,990 --> 00:39:06,038 with a troubled expression on his face. I wonder what's going on. 475 00:39:06,702 --> 00:39:07,953 Yeah, 476 00:39:08,662 --> 00:39:13,626 he hasn't been interested in tea or food lately, 477 00:39:13,876 --> 00:39:16,003 can't sleep at night. 478 00:39:17,129 --> 00:39:19,965 Don't know if he's going through a breakup in Morioka. 479 00:39:20,674 --> 00:39:21,884 Oh, I see. 480 00:39:22,009 --> 00:39:23,724 Then there's nothing to worry about. 481 00:39:25,220 --> 00:39:27,014 I've had that experience too. 482 00:39:27,390 --> 00:39:29,933 Ah, the vigor of youth. 483 00:40:35,165 --> 00:40:37,375 What did the doctor say? 484 00:40:39,252 --> 00:40:40,963 Same as usual. 485 00:40:44,382 --> 00:40:45,593 Ichi. 486 00:40:45,634 --> 00:40:46,834 Yes. 487 00:40:47,427 --> 00:40:49,346 How's Keiji doing? 488 00:40:51,098 --> 00:40:53,934 He's been locked in his room since morning. 489 00:40:54,810 --> 00:40:56,228 What's he doing? 490 00:40:56,770 --> 00:40:58,313 He's crying. 491 00:41:05,445 --> 00:41:07,010 Maybe we should get a doctor to check on him. 492 00:41:07,030 --> 00:41:07,906 It's okay. 493 00:41:07,948 --> 00:41:09,282 But… 494 00:41:09,700 --> 00:41:12,410 That guy's soul is too fragile. 495 00:41:13,996 --> 00:41:15,956 As long as he has a strong heart 496 00:41:16,582 --> 00:41:18,458 and lives a regular life, 497 00:41:19,752 --> 00:41:21,461 There's nothing to worry about. 498 00:41:40,773 --> 00:41:42,916 Father, I want to talk to you about something 499 00:41:53,952 --> 00:41:56,955 I want to take a break from school. 500 00:42:00,543 --> 00:42:01,752 Take a break from school? 501 00:42:03,546 --> 00:42:06,381 Didn't you beg me to let you study back then? 502 00:42:06,715 --> 00:42:09,259 Yes, I'm truly sorry. 503 00:42:13,681 --> 00:42:15,265 I've been questioning myself, 504 00:42:15,558 --> 00:42:17,935 wondering what I can do for others 505 00:42:18,476 --> 00:42:22,230 and who I really am, 506 00:42:27,319 --> 00:42:29,487 but I still can't find an answer. 507 00:42:31,489 --> 00:42:33,408 At this rate, 508 00:42:34,201 --> 00:42:36,078 I'll become a demon. 509 00:42:37,705 --> 00:42:39,122 A demon? 510 00:42:40,207 --> 00:42:43,794 I won't be able to continue living as a human. 511 00:42:45,545 --> 00:42:47,130 What's wrong? Kenji 512 00:42:47,297 --> 00:42:49,466 What are you talking about? 513 00:42:50,968 --> 00:42:54,387 Father, I've decided to live for my faith. 514 00:42:55,180 --> 00:42:56,264 Faith? 515 00:42:56,306 --> 00:42:58,433 Yes, I follow Nichiren Buddhism. 516 00:42:58,851 --> 00:43:00,352 Nichiren Buddhism? 517 00:43:00,769 --> 00:43:03,313 It's the only way I can live. 518 00:43:04,356 --> 00:43:05,879 What nonsense are you talking about? 519 00:43:05,899 --> 00:43:08,443 Our family has followed Jodo Shinshu for generations. 520 00:43:09,945 --> 00:43:12,990 Jodo Shinshu is the true path. 521 00:43:13,699 --> 00:43:14,899 What? 522 00:43:15,117 --> 00:43:16,348 Just reciting "Namu Amida Butsu" 523 00:43:16,368 --> 00:43:18,621 can lead to the paradise. 524 00:43:19,121 --> 00:43:21,790 Such teachings only lead to the degradation of humanity, 525 00:43:22,040 --> 00:43:23,416 utter foolishness. 526 00:43:25,669 --> 00:43:28,546 After synthetic gemstones, now it's Nichiren? 527 00:43:28,631 --> 00:43:29,831 You rascal, 528 00:43:30,924 --> 00:43:32,734 what trouble are you causing tomorrow? 529 00:43:35,053 --> 00:43:36,847 I won't change my goal anymore. 530 00:43:37,389 --> 00:43:39,516 I'll follow the teachings of Nichiren... 531 00:43:39,557 --> 00:43:41,935 Instead of talking nonsense here, 532 00:43:41,977 --> 00:43:45,188 why not inherit the family business and have children? 533 00:43:46,273 --> 00:43:47,473 I can't do that. 534 00:43:48,400 --> 00:43:49,735 Why not? 535 00:43:50,653 --> 00:43:53,280 Do you intend to ruin the Miyazawa family? 536 00:43:53,571 --> 00:43:55,804 If you can't fulfill the duties of the eldest son, 537 00:43:55,824 --> 00:43:57,264 what's the point of talking about faith? 538 00:43:57,284 --> 00:43:58,869 Father, please stop. 539 00:44:00,162 --> 00:44:01,413 Brother, too. 540 00:44:01,579 --> 00:44:02,790 I can't do it. 541 00:44:03,123 --> 00:44:05,583 I can't do anything anymore. 542 00:44:05,668 --> 00:44:07,502 Both of you, calm down. 543 00:44:07,544 --> 00:44:08,744 Kenji. 544 00:44:08,962 --> 00:44:09,672 I can't do it. 545 00:44:09,755 --> 00:44:10,964 This fool... 546 00:44:11,006 --> 00:44:14,051 - Can't do it. I can't do anything anymore. - Brother... 547 00:44:14,134 --> 00:44:17,680 - Kenji, you promised me back then. - I can't do it. 548 00:44:17,721 --> 00:44:18,638 Brother... 549 00:44:18,681 --> 00:44:20,766 I can't do anything anymore. 550 00:44:21,308 --> 00:44:25,228 I can't do it, I can't do anything anymore. 551 00:44:46,875 --> 00:44:53,673 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 552 00:45:00,097 --> 00:45:01,297 Young master. 553 00:45:02,099 --> 00:45:03,299 Kenji. 554 00:45:04,935 --> 00:45:06,979 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 555 00:45:07,062 --> 00:45:08,521 What's happening? 556 00:45:08,563 --> 00:45:15,695 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 557 00:45:24,412 --> 00:45:26,123 Mr. Masajiro, something's wrong. 558 00:45:26,206 --> 00:45:27,290 What's wrong? 559 00:45:27,374 --> 00:45:29,542 Keiji has gone insane. 560 00:45:36,508 --> 00:45:43,556 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 561 00:45:46,434 --> 00:45:47,634 Kenji. 562 00:45:50,730 --> 00:45:51,930 Kenji. 563 00:45:51,982 --> 00:45:54,151 I'm sorry, I'm really sorry. 564 00:45:55,110 --> 00:45:56,310 Kenji. 565 00:45:57,445 --> 00:46:00,115 Keiji, please stop. 566 00:46:00,615 --> 00:46:01,950 Kenji. 567 00:46:02,659 --> 00:46:03,618 I'm really sorry. 568 00:46:03,701 --> 00:46:05,453 Leave, Keiji. 569 00:46:07,664 --> 00:46:08,864 I'm sorry. 570 00:46:09,666 --> 00:46:10,500 Please stop. 571 00:46:10,542 --> 00:46:14,546 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 572 00:46:24,222 --> 00:46:25,473 Please stop. 573 00:46:27,517 --> 00:46:29,061 Please stop. 574 00:46:30,353 --> 00:46:31,553 Kenji. 575 00:46:39,863 --> 00:46:43,951 Father, I've staked my life on this. 576 00:46:43,992 --> 00:46:45,285 What? 577 00:46:46,411 --> 00:46:48,956 I have to live for what I believe in. 578 00:46:51,541 --> 00:46:55,670 If I can't live for my faith, I'd rather die. 579 00:46:59,299 --> 00:47:04,050 This fool hasn't seriously lived yet. 580 00:47:04,512 --> 00:47:07,224 Stop talking about life and death. 581 00:47:07,265 --> 00:47:08,465 Father, 582 00:47:08,725 --> 00:47:11,603 "I'd rather die"? 583 00:47:11,686 --> 00:47:14,272 What nonsense are you talking about? 584 00:47:15,648 --> 00:47:19,777 I absolutely won't allow it... Listen carefully. 585 00:47:20,863 --> 00:47:24,241 I, your father, absolutely won't allow it. 586 00:47:24,782 --> 00:47:25,533 You fool. 587 00:47:25,575 --> 00:47:27,119 Father, don't be like this. 588 00:47:27,285 --> 00:47:29,329 - Fool. - Stay calm, head of the household. 589 00:47:29,412 --> 00:47:31,206 Leave him alone, father. 590 00:47:31,289 --> 00:47:34,292 -Father -Fool... you fool... 591 00:47:34,584 --> 00:47:37,670 Father… 592 00:47:56,523 --> 00:47:59,609 Tokyo, Kokushikan Hall 593 00:48:00,152 --> 00:48:02,320 Can I stay here? 594 00:48:03,071 --> 00:48:04,864 This is quite sudden. 595 00:48:04,907 --> 00:48:06,533 I'm willing to do anything. 596 00:48:06,741 --> 00:48:09,244 Please let me stay at Kokushikan Hall. 597 00:48:09,286 --> 00:48:11,351 Special Lecture, Study of Japan's National Body Lecturer Tomogaku Tanaka 598 00:48:11,371 --> 00:48:15,458 My mind and body are dedicated to Nichiren. 599 00:48:16,376 --> 00:48:18,086 Did your parents agree? 600 00:48:21,673 --> 00:48:24,259 It has nothing to do with my parents. 601 00:48:24,842 --> 00:48:26,636 I came here on my own. 602 00:48:27,262 --> 00:48:30,015 This isn't a shelter, you know. 603 00:48:42,110 --> 00:48:45,030 Don't know if it's been raining in Tokyo all this time. 604 00:48:46,114 --> 00:48:48,741 Who knows? 605 00:48:49,952 --> 00:48:52,120 Don't know how Keiji is doing. 606 00:48:54,581 --> 00:48:56,791 I wonder if he is safe and sound? 607 00:49:03,131 --> 00:49:04,674 Send money, 608 00:49:04,757 --> 00:49:07,010 he returns it without opening. 609 00:49:08,386 --> 00:49:13,391 Feels like Keiji is so far away from us. 610 00:49:17,437 --> 00:49:19,064 Are you going to the bank? 611 00:49:21,191 --> 00:49:24,611 No, I won't go anymore. 612 00:49:44,506 --> 00:49:47,967 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo 613 00:50:15,620 --> 00:50:17,122 Hi, Dafu. 614 00:50:20,375 --> 00:50:24,003 Hello, Mr. Miyazawa, there's a telegram for you 615 00:50:27,424 --> 00:50:28,883 Mr. Miyazawa. 616 00:50:30,177 --> 00:50:31,377 Yes? 617 00:50:47,485 --> 00:50:48,111 Is it Mr. Miyazawa? 618 00:50:48,153 --> 00:50:49,353 Yes. 619 00:51:03,501 --> 00:51:05,044 Ah Toshi. 620 00:51:07,046 --> 00:51:10,592 Toshi is seriously ill, return home quickly 621 00:51:40,580 --> 00:51:42,415 - Um... sorry. - Welcome. 622 00:51:42,457 --> 00:51:44,584 I want this. I'll buy this. 623 00:51:44,709 --> 00:51:45,627 Sure, how much? 624 00:51:45,668 --> 00:51:47,049 All of it. I want everything. 625 00:52:39,055 --> 00:52:47,055 At that moment, suddenly... a gust of wind blew. 626 00:52:50,692 --> 00:52:54,529 The grass on the riverbank swayed like waves. 627 00:52:54,571 --> 00:52:55,905 On the playground... 628 00:53:11,963 --> 00:53:14,090 I'm back. 629 00:53:15,091 --> 00:53:17,802 Kenji, why are you back so late? 630 00:53:18,303 --> 00:53:19,503 What have you been up to? 631 00:53:19,804 --> 00:53:21,013 Welcome back, brother. 632 00:53:21,055 --> 00:53:22,255 Where's Toshi? 633 00:53:22,307 --> 00:53:24,476 She fainted while teaching, 634 00:53:25,101 --> 00:53:26,394 and she vomited blood... 635 00:53:26,811 --> 00:53:29,522 What about the doctor? What did the doctor say? 636 00:53:31,649 --> 00:53:33,150 She has tuberculosis. 637 00:53:38,823 --> 00:53:42,159 Toshi is afraid of infecting everyone, 638 00:53:42,494 --> 00:53:44,494 so she's staying at Grandfather's cottage. 639 00:53:45,037 --> 00:53:46,748 At Sakura House? 640 00:54:09,812 --> 00:54:10,855 Toshi. 641 00:54:10,980 --> 00:54:12,440 Keiji... 642 00:54:19,614 --> 00:54:20,814 Big brother, 643 00:54:24,243 --> 00:54:26,329 you finally came back. 644 00:54:26,746 --> 00:54:28,039 Sorry, I am late. 645 00:54:29,791 --> 00:54:30,991 But, Toshi... 646 00:54:32,001 --> 00:54:33,201 Look. 647 00:55:08,245 --> 00:55:09,445 Thank you. 648 00:55:32,354 --> 00:55:34,230 Kaze Matasaburo. 649 00:55:36,983 --> 00:55:39,861 Thud, thud, thud... 650 00:55:40,362 --> 00:55:42,447 Bringing back the green walnuts. 651 00:55:42,530 --> 00:55:45,116 And blew away the sour plums 652 00:55:45,408 --> 00:55:48,285 Thud, thud, thud... 653 00:55:51,373 --> 00:55:55,209 On the banks of the Tani River, there's a small school. 654 00:55:56,252 --> 00:55:58,921 This school has only one classroom. 655 00:55:59,005 --> 00:56:01,549 It lacks only third-grade students; 656 00:56:01,591 --> 00:56:02,905 besides that, from first to second grade 657 00:56:02,925 --> 00:56:05,116 and fourth to sixth grade, there are students. 658 00:56:06,262 --> 00:56:07,346 On the playground... 659 00:56:07,389 --> 00:56:08,973 "No, 660 00:56:09,348 --> 00:56:13,060 That guy is definitely Kaze Matasaburo.” 661 00:56:13,895 --> 00:56:16,063 Kasuke shouted loudly. 662 00:56:17,231 --> 00:56:21,403 From the dormitory comes a knocking sound. 663 00:56:21,986 --> 00:56:23,635 The teacher, holding a red folding fan, 664 00:56:23,655 --> 00:56:25,364 Rush over. 665 00:56:25,823 --> 00:56:28,618 The two fall into silence, 666 00:56:29,494 --> 00:56:32,371 as if probing each other's thoughts, 667 00:56:32,997 --> 00:56:36,083 standing face to face. 668 00:56:38,294 --> 00:56:40,337 The wind continues to blow, 669 00:56:40,630 --> 00:56:44,509 the raindrops blur the glass windows, 670 00:56:45,217 --> 00:56:49,263 and they creak again. 671 00:56:51,724 --> 00:56:53,267 End. 672 00:57:04,278 --> 00:57:05,478 What's wrong? 673 00:57:17,875 --> 00:57:20,336 It was truly magnificent. 674 00:57:27,093 --> 00:57:27,844 Toshi, 675 00:57:27,969 --> 00:57:30,012 thank you, big brother. 676 00:57:37,854 --> 00:57:39,731 Transformed into… 677 00:57:40,898 --> 00:57:48,740 A neat and majestic military song... 678 00:57:52,201 --> 00:57:59,792 Dah da da… 679 00:58:01,878 --> 00:58:08,593 The army of utility poles... 680 00:58:09,802 --> 00:58:13,305 Gazes sideways at the boy and passes by. 681 00:58:13,973 --> 00:58:16,433 The buzzing becomes even louder. 682 00:58:16,559 --> 00:58:22,524 At this moment, it completely transforms into an old-fashioned, majestic military song. 683 00:58:23,482 --> 00:58:27,529 Dong, da da... 684 00:58:28,362 --> 00:58:32,449 The army of utility poles... 685 00:58:33,409 --> 00:58:37,121 Unparalleled speed. 686 00:58:37,288 --> 00:58:40,958 Dong, da da... 687 00:58:41,584 --> 00:58:45,379 The army of utility poles... 688 00:58:45,713 --> 00:58:49,300 Discipline No. 1 in the world. 689 00:58:51,468 --> 00:58:56,390 Dah da da… 690 00:59:11,530 --> 00:59:13,199 What are you murmuring? 691 00:59:16,118 --> 00:59:17,328 This is a magic spell. 692 00:59:23,250 --> 00:59:26,295 The utility poles hum quietly. 693 00:59:26,879 --> 00:59:29,131 The signals rise in one breath. 694 00:59:29,256 --> 00:59:33,010 The moon once again disappears into the convective clouds. 695 00:59:34,846 --> 00:59:39,516 Then, the train seems to have entered the station. 696 00:59:39,851 --> 00:59:41,352 End. 697 00:59:43,562 --> 00:59:45,182 Read it again for me, big brother. 698 00:59:45,314 --> 00:59:46,858 Let's eat. 699 00:59:49,110 --> 00:59:50,862 You must be hungry. 700 00:59:51,195 --> 00:59:53,197 Her appetite has improved lately. 701 00:59:54,824 --> 00:59:57,872 But don't force yourself too much; it's not good for your health. 702 00:59:57,910 --> 00:59:59,110 It's okay. 703 00:59:59,161 --> 01:00:00,727 As long as I listen to big brother's stories, 704 01:00:00,747 --> 01:00:01,789 I feel energetic. 705 01:00:01,831 --> 01:00:03,540 That's good. 706 01:00:08,420 --> 01:00:09,171 Here. 707 01:00:09,213 --> 01:00:10,464 I'm starting. 708 01:00:30,151 --> 01:00:30,860 Toshi. 709 01:00:30,902 --> 01:00:32,102 Toshi. 710 01:00:58,930 --> 01:01:00,514 Did I wake you up? 711 01:01:01,307 --> 01:01:03,350 No, it's okay. 712 01:01:04,643 --> 01:01:06,437 Do you want to eat something? 713 01:01:07,063 --> 01:01:08,355 No need. 714 01:01:10,024 --> 01:01:12,651 Do you want water? 715 01:01:13,903 --> 01:01:15,154 No need. 716 01:01:16,363 --> 01:01:18,032 Thank you, Father. 717 01:01:21,618 --> 01:01:23,830 Is there anything else you need? 718 01:01:23,955 --> 01:01:25,414 I'm sorry. 719 01:01:26,498 --> 01:01:28,125 Silly child... 720 01:01:29,043 --> 01:01:31,503 There's nothing to apologize for. 721 01:01:32,797 --> 01:01:34,465 You'll get better soon 722 01:01:34,799 --> 01:01:37,093 and return to the podium to teach. 723 01:01:40,930 --> 01:01:45,101 Toshi, is this cigarette yours? 724 01:01:46,560 --> 01:01:48,813 I asked big brother to buy it for me. 725 01:01:49,188 --> 01:01:51,816 Because I heard nicotine can kill tuberculosis bacteria. 726 01:01:53,317 --> 01:01:54,902 Really… 727 01:01:55,987 --> 01:02:01,784 But I've been coughing, and I can't inhale it at all. 728 01:02:11,460 --> 01:02:13,129 Father, 729 01:02:15,840 --> 01:02:17,258 I… 730 01:02:22,304 --> 01:02:26,267 In my next life... 731 01:02:30,772 --> 01:02:32,273 Definitely... 732 01:02:33,607 --> 01:02:37,611 I definitely want a stronger body 733 01:02:49,248 --> 01:02:51,042 for… 734 01:02:52,543 --> 01:02:55,171 to live for the happiness of others. 735 01:02:55,671 --> 01:03:02,178 In my next life, I absolutely want a stronger body. 736 01:03:17,151 --> 01:03:19,736 Don't tell mother. 737 01:03:21,447 --> 01:03:23,157 I don't want to make her sad. 738 01:03:28,996 --> 01:03:31,165 You're amazing, Toshi. 739 01:03:34,376 --> 01:03:38,837 For both me and your mother, 740 01:03:40,341 --> 01:03:42,885 you're a daughter we're proud of. 741 01:03:52,478 --> 01:03:53,812 Here. 742 01:05:07,303 --> 01:05:08,512 It's hot. 743 01:05:13,809 --> 01:05:15,602 My throat… 744 01:05:16,687 --> 01:05:17,887 Toshi. 745 01:05:30,451 --> 01:05:32,119 Yuki... 746 01:05:34,663 --> 01:05:38,709 Help me pour a bowl of Snow, please. 747 01:06:02,649 --> 01:06:03,942 Toshi... 748 01:06:16,038 --> 01:06:19,250 Don't go, Toshi. 749 01:06:35,682 --> 01:06:37,226 Toshi. 750 01:07:00,874 --> 01:07:02,834 I picked it from the yard. 751 01:07:32,364 --> 01:07:33,990 It's so refreshing. 752 01:07:35,742 --> 01:07:37,828 It's so refreshing. 753 01:07:44,460 --> 01:07:46,295 I feel like... 754 01:07:48,172 --> 01:07:52,050 I've entered the forest. 755 01:08:07,858 --> 01:08:09,193 Toshi? 756 01:08:09,275 --> 01:08:10,944 Toshi 757 01:08:37,471 --> 01:08:38,764 Toshi? 758 01:08:41,392 --> 01:08:42,768 Toshi? 759 01:08:49,064 --> 01:08:50,359 Toshi. 760 01:08:54,655 --> 01:08:55,946 Toshi. 761 01:08:58,992 --> 01:09:00,326 Toshi. 762 01:09:05,416 --> 01:09:06,750 Toshi. 763 01:09:11,255 --> 01:09:15,509 Crematorium is under maintenance, unable to use 764 01:10:41,762 --> 01:10:47,017 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 765 01:11:02,073 --> 01:11:03,659 - Keiji? - It's okay. 766 01:11:05,369 --> 01:11:08,644 - But he recited the scripture wrong, Keiji. - It's okay, let him be.. 767 01:11:08,664 --> 01:11:16,664 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo... 768 01:11:54,876 --> 01:11:56,462 What's wrong? Kenji? 769 01:11:58,589 --> 01:12:00,256 Pull yourself together. 770 01:12:02,050 --> 01:12:04,177 With the heart of your faith, 771 01:12:04,595 --> 01:12:06,472 guide Toshi on her journey. 772 01:12:07,055 --> 01:12:11,393 Make sure to send her to the Heaven. 773 01:12:12,561 --> 01:12:14,480 I can't do it anymore, Father. 774 01:12:15,647 --> 01:12:18,359 I have no strength left. 775 01:12:19,568 --> 01:12:23,697 I can't send Toshi on her way. 776 01:12:25,281 --> 01:12:26,617 Kenji, 777 01:12:27,659 --> 01:12:33,861 the story you wrote is the dawn that guides Toshi. 778 01:12:34,458 --> 01:12:35,709 So… 779 01:12:36,377 --> 01:12:39,045 you must use your words to guide her. 780 01:12:40,213 --> 01:12:43,675 Otherwise, she won't reach the Heaven. 781 01:12:47,095 --> 01:12:48,597 I can't do it anymore, Father. 782 01:12:48,847 --> 01:12:51,306 I can't write anymore without Toshi. 783 01:12:52,017 --> 01:12:54,520 I can't write anything anymore 784 01:12:56,062 --> 01:12:57,689 I'm really... 785 01:12:59,858 --> 01:13:02,193 so powerless. 786 01:13:03,945 --> 01:13:08,492 I'm sorry... 787 01:13:08,575 --> 01:13:10,035 you fool. 788 01:13:13,288 --> 01:13:17,459 Being a literary figure the only talent you have, Miyazawa Kenji. 789 01:13:18,334 --> 01:13:20,573 Just because of this, are you going to give up? 790 01:13:20,879 --> 01:13:22,881 You foolish child. 791 01:13:25,008 --> 01:13:26,802 Since Toshi is not here anymore, 792 01:13:28,303 --> 01:13:31,018 let me be the one to listen to your stories in the future. 793 01:13:31,222 --> 01:13:36,562 I will become Miyazawa Keiji's number one reader. 794 01:13:39,397 --> 01:13:40,857 So, go ahead and write. 795 01:13:41,775 --> 01:13:43,944 Tell your story, Keiji. 796 01:13:54,079 --> 01:13:57,248 Toshi. 797 01:15:39,017 --> 01:15:42,395 Spring and Shura, Sketch of the Mind Miyazawa Kenji 798 01:15:59,871 --> 01:16:01,623 Father, please take a look. 799 01:16:04,960 --> 01:16:06,587 Spring and Shura… 800 01:16:12,050 --> 01:16:14,469 This is the book I wrote. 801 01:16:25,897 --> 01:16:29,943 Spring and Shura, Sketch of the Mind Miyazawa Kenji 802 01:16:38,159 --> 01:16:40,578 On this morning of farewell, 803 01:16:42,748 --> 01:16:44,540 Just today 804 01:16:46,710 --> 01:16:49,295 heading to a distant place, 805 01:16:51,506 --> 01:16:53,634 my dear sister. 806 01:16:56,887 --> 01:17:02,100 Outside, snow and rain are falling, the scenery strangely vivid. 807 01:17:10,066 --> 01:17:13,153 "Could you pour me a bowl of snow and rain?" 808 01:17:17,490 --> 01:17:22,162 Head of the household, I'll go to sleep now. 809 01:17:22,370 --> 01:17:24,455 Alright, goodnight. 810 01:17:34,132 --> 01:17:42,132 Snow and rain fall gently from the increasingly gloomy thin red clouds. 811 01:17:48,521 --> 01:17:51,775 "Could you pour me a bowl of snow and rain?" 812 01:18:15,048 --> 01:18:17,217 Mr. Miyazawa Masahiro 813 01:18:17,258 --> 01:18:19,302 Respectfully presented by Keiji 814 01:18:28,353 --> 01:18:31,314 Densho-do Bookstore 815 01:18:37,779 --> 01:18:38,989 Here it is. 816 01:18:42,117 --> 01:18:46,747 "A debut collection of intensely emotional poems and fairy tales, 817 01:18:47,497 --> 01:18:52,794 a pleasantly surprising new talent on the modern literary scene." 818 01:18:53,086 --> 01:18:55,839 New book arrival, works by Miyazawa Keiji 819 01:18:55,881 --> 01:18:59,300 "Spring and Shura," "The Restaurant with Many Demands" 820 01:19:01,552 --> 01:19:03,471 Excuse me, may I ask... 821 01:19:04,264 --> 01:19:05,464 It's here. 822 01:19:05,515 --> 01:19:07,142 Welcome. 823 01:19:08,518 --> 01:19:11,729 Seeing so many displayed at the storefront, 824 01:19:11,938 --> 01:19:14,315 are his books selling well? 825 01:19:14,607 --> 01:19:15,807 What? 826 01:19:16,484 --> 01:19:19,154 I'm on a business trip to Tokyo 827 01:19:19,695 --> 01:19:22,240 and wanted to do some sightseeing. 828 01:19:22,573 --> 01:19:29,164 With so many of his books displayed in bookstores in Kanda, Tokyo, 829 01:19:29,747 --> 01:19:31,833 they should be selling well, right? 830 01:19:31,875 --> 01:19:33,459 No… 831 01:19:33,960 --> 01:19:38,298 These books are from the publisher, a mix of sale and giveaway. 832 01:19:38,339 --> 01:19:40,466 So we're quite troubled. 833 01:19:40,758 --> 01:19:42,448 Who's the one messing up this arrangement... 834 01:19:42,468 --> 01:19:43,594 Mega sale, half price, 80 cents 835 01:19:43,636 --> 01:19:45,221 Look at that. 836 01:19:47,390 --> 01:19:48,724 Half price? 837 01:19:49,475 --> 01:19:51,904 The publisher probably doesn't have much confidence. 838 01:19:52,938 --> 01:19:57,065 Books from unknown authors in the countryside don't sell well. 839 01:19:59,069 --> 01:20:01,279 Do the cold Tokyo residents 840 01:20:01,988 --> 01:20:04,490 even understand Kenji Miyazawa? 841 01:20:06,117 --> 01:20:09,943 I'll buy all the Kenji Miyazawa books in your store. 842 01:20:10,538 --> 01:20:11,039 All of them? 843 01:20:11,081 --> 01:20:12,281 That's right. 844 01:20:13,875 --> 01:20:21,875 I heard there are over two hundred more in the publisher's warehouse. 845 01:20:25,929 --> 01:20:27,763 If left unattended, 846 01:20:27,931 --> 01:20:29,975 they plan to burn them. 847 01:20:32,018 --> 01:20:34,896 So you bought them all? 848 01:20:35,856 --> 01:20:37,523 No choice. 849 01:20:37,773 --> 01:20:40,535 Originally, I self-published these books at my own expense. 850 01:20:43,488 --> 01:20:47,242 But the reviews are good. 851 01:20:48,243 --> 01:20:51,037 Yes, the reviews are quite favorable 852 01:20:51,955 --> 01:20:55,083 Even the senior members at the publisher acknowledge it. 853 01:20:55,458 --> 01:21:00,671 Tokyo Asahi Shimbun also introduced me as an active newcomer. 854 01:21:02,298 --> 01:21:05,218 So insiders can still understand it, right? 855 01:21:06,261 --> 01:21:08,263 But that's all 856 01:21:13,726 --> 01:21:15,770 Just keep writing. 857 01:21:30,451 --> 01:21:32,828 Father, I want to move out from home. 858 01:21:34,664 --> 01:21:36,832 Focus on writing at Sakura House. 859 01:21:38,209 --> 01:21:39,544 Are you going alone? 860 01:21:40,128 --> 01:21:41,462 Yes. 861 01:21:45,008 --> 01:21:49,179 Then, I'll hire a maid for you. 862 01:21:49,387 --> 01:21:50,888 No need. 863 01:21:51,681 --> 01:21:53,849 You'll cook for yourself? 864 01:21:55,101 --> 01:21:56,301 Yes. 865 01:21:56,352 --> 01:21:57,853 And do the laundry too? 866 01:21:58,313 --> 01:22:02,567 Father, I want to live in the house where Toshi lived before, 867 01:22:02,943 --> 01:22:05,278 writing stories while living life. 868 01:22:11,617 --> 01:22:12,953 Alright, 869 01:22:15,580 --> 01:22:16,872 I understand. 870 01:22:22,212 --> 01:22:28,051 Three years later, Showa 3rd year 871 01:22:50,031 --> 01:22:52,763 Earth-colored illustration Rainfall, transpiration, evaporation, absorption Japan is rainy. 872 01:22:52,783 --> 01:22:55,786 Nutrients in the soil are easily washed away, 873 01:22:57,122 --> 01:23:00,958 leading to soil acidification. 874 01:23:01,584 --> 01:23:04,712 When facing soil acidification, 875 01:23:04,879 --> 01:23:07,215 just sprinkle lime. 876 01:23:07,340 --> 01:23:10,760 In the past, people mostly used wood ash, 877 01:23:10,843 --> 01:23:13,304 but lime has a higher calcium content 878 01:23:13,679 --> 01:23:15,556 and is less soluble in water. 879 01:23:21,646 --> 01:23:23,814 Roshoji People's Association 880 01:23:24,232 --> 01:23:25,432 Ro... 881 01:23:26,067 --> 01:23:27,443 How do you pronounce this? 882 01:23:27,652 --> 01:23:29,654 Roshoji People's Association. 883 01:23:30,155 --> 01:23:32,698 Roshoji People's Association, huh. 884 01:23:34,659 --> 01:23:36,286 Father, look. 885 01:23:38,413 --> 01:23:41,249 Any issues so far? 886 01:23:41,749 --> 01:23:43,084 May I ask 887 01:23:43,168 --> 01:23:46,171 How do you know if your soil is acidified? 888 01:23:46,796 --> 01:23:48,631 You can tell just by looking. 889 01:23:49,215 --> 01:23:53,469 Acidic soil tends to grow bittercress and common sowthistle. 890 01:23:54,179 --> 01:23:56,264 When you see that, sprinkle lime 891 01:23:56,347 --> 01:23:58,558 to neutralize the soil's acidity. 892 01:24:11,237 --> 01:24:14,324 The golden rice fileds are beautiful, aren't they, Father? 893 01:24:17,368 --> 01:24:19,245 This year, there's plenty of sunshine, 894 01:24:20,288 --> 01:24:24,003 and it seems we might have a bountiful harvest after several years of scarcity. 895 01:24:24,250 --> 01:24:27,337 Let's hope we don't encounter any typhoons. 896 01:24:28,879 --> 01:24:30,256 Yes, 897 01:24:31,674 --> 01:24:33,551 everyone is happy. 898 01:24:35,303 --> 01:24:36,762 That's great. 899 01:24:38,055 --> 01:24:40,766 Thanks to your mention of fertilizers earlier. 900 01:24:41,851 --> 01:24:43,603 If only things continue this way. 901 01:24:45,813 --> 01:24:48,108 Are you still writing stories? 902 01:24:50,193 --> 01:24:52,570 Yes, I'm in the middle of one. 903 01:24:56,031 --> 01:24:57,325 Kenji. 904 01:24:57,533 --> 01:24:58,733 Yes? 905 01:25:00,245 --> 01:25:01,662 I came today 906 01:25:02,913 --> 01:25:05,291 to discuss something important with you. 907 01:25:07,460 --> 01:25:08,660 Go ahead. 908 01:25:10,380 --> 01:25:14,175 Can you come back and inherit the pawnshop? 909 01:25:15,968 --> 01:25:17,168 What? 910 01:25:22,016 --> 01:25:23,559 Just kidding. 911 01:25:24,977 --> 01:25:29,482 You scared me. 912 01:25:31,192 --> 01:25:33,528 The pawnshop is closing down. 913 01:25:37,573 --> 01:25:38,773 Why? 914 01:25:38,949 --> 01:25:41,161 I'm is getting old, 915 01:25:42,162 --> 01:25:45,290 and one should know when to retire gracefully. 916 01:25:46,166 --> 01:25:50,253 But Father, you can still continue working, right? 917 01:25:51,462 --> 01:25:54,048 I plan to give the shop to Seiro. 918 01:25:54,924 --> 01:25:57,510 It seems he has plans for a new business. 919 01:26:02,223 --> 01:26:06,269 Back in the days, we argued a lot about inheriting the pawnshop. 920 01:26:06,811 --> 01:26:08,438 I'm truly sorry about that. 921 01:26:13,568 --> 01:26:16,321 It's okay, Father. 922 01:26:19,949 --> 01:26:21,867 It's okay. 923 01:26:28,874 --> 01:26:30,084 Father? 924 01:26:31,919 --> 01:26:35,715 Actually, I... 925 01:26:39,844 --> 01:26:44,682 I always wanted to become like you. 926 01:26:49,395 --> 01:26:52,565 You want to be like me? 927 01:26:54,900 --> 01:26:56,319 That's right. 928 01:26:59,530 --> 01:27:01,491 But I still couldn't do it. 929 01:27:05,077 --> 01:27:06,662 No matter what I do, 930 01:27:06,704 --> 01:27:12,960 I can't become like you. 931 01:27:18,466 --> 01:27:19,842 So, 932 01:27:22,094 --> 01:27:24,389 I can only give birth to more stories, 933 01:27:25,097 --> 01:27:27,600 treating them as my children. 934 01:27:37,735 --> 01:27:39,862 I see. 935 01:27:44,033 --> 01:27:48,954 No wonder I love your stories so much. 936 01:27:53,668 --> 01:27:57,547 Your children are my grandchildren, 937 01:27:59,965 --> 01:28:02,092 Of course I love them. 938 01:28:08,724 --> 01:28:10,017 Yes. 939 01:28:32,373 --> 01:28:36,877 "The Song of Wandering Stars" 940 01:28:39,296 --> 01:28:45,470 The Scorpio gleams with red eyes 941 01:28:45,928 --> 01:28:52,643 The Eagle soars in the sky 942 01:28:53,185 --> 01:28:59,024 The Little Dog blinks with blue eyes 943 01:28:59,650 --> 01:29:06,156 The coiled giant snake emits light 944 01:29:06,616 --> 01:29:13,122 The Hunter in the sky sings a high song 945 01:29:13,831 --> 01:29:20,045 Frost and dew roll across the ground 946 01:29:39,690 --> 01:29:41,786 You two brothers really resemble each other. 947 01:29:41,859 --> 01:29:43,068 How so? 948 01:29:44,820 --> 01:29:48,783 Kenji used to talk about selling artificial gems. 949 01:29:49,409 --> 01:29:50,609 Yes. 950 01:29:52,870 --> 01:29:54,914 And now you want to sell iron products. 951 01:29:54,955 --> 01:29:58,333 Isn't that like artificial minerals? 952 01:30:01,754 --> 01:30:02,954 Head of the family, 953 01:30:03,255 --> 01:30:05,636 please confirm the goods received at the ironworks. 954 01:30:05,716 --> 01:30:06,916 Let me check. 955 01:30:11,263 --> 01:30:14,517 Seiroku is now the head of the house. 956 01:30:15,685 --> 01:30:17,102 Yes, 957 01:30:17,812 --> 01:30:21,816 Kenji has finally found his true calling. 958 01:30:24,234 --> 01:30:27,988 Now, I'm finally free. 959 01:30:28,614 --> 01:30:31,867 Miyazawa Trading Company 960 01:30:32,577 --> 01:30:36,789 I wonder what kind of evaluation I'll receive in this lifetime. 961 01:30:40,375 --> 01:30:42,211 Don't say such things. 962 01:30:48,383 --> 01:30:50,803 I'll go visit my brother again tomorrow. 963 01:30:50,845 --> 01:30:52,137 Is there anything you need? 964 01:30:52,429 --> 01:30:54,515 How is he doing lately? 965 01:30:54,682 --> 01:30:55,850 Very healthy. 966 01:30:55,891 --> 01:30:57,643 Even saw him smoking last time. 967 01:30:58,435 --> 01:30:59,687 Smoking? 968 01:31:00,437 --> 01:31:02,022 The head of the family… 969 01:31:15,620 --> 01:31:16,829 Kenji. 970 01:31:19,289 --> 01:31:20,489 Are you there? 971 01:31:22,752 --> 01:31:23,952 Kenji. 972 01:31:33,888 --> 01:31:35,515 Father? 973 01:31:38,684 --> 01:31:40,770 I shouldn't have dozed off while smoking. 974 01:31:40,978 --> 01:31:42,897 It could accidentally cause a fire. 975 01:31:46,316 --> 01:31:47,652 Kenji. 976 01:32:03,959 --> 01:32:05,502 Don't hide it from me. 977 01:32:08,422 --> 01:32:09,757 Is that blood? 978 01:32:12,051 --> 01:32:14,595 Are you coughing up blood? 979 01:32:40,580 --> 01:32:42,497 Like Toshi, 980 01:32:48,838 --> 01:32:52,800 Is it tuberculosis? doctor? 981 01:32:53,759 --> 01:32:56,095 Yes, Kenji. 982 01:32:57,262 --> 01:32:58,806 Unfortunately. 983 01:33:01,684 --> 01:33:05,270 Okay, I understand. 984 01:33:19,243 --> 01:33:20,828 Dr. Sato. 985 01:33:28,460 --> 01:33:29,754 That… 986 01:33:32,632 --> 01:33:37,649 Is it possible that it's just a misdiagnosis? 987 01:33:37,845 --> 01:33:39,639 Maybe it's not tuberculosis 988 01:33:41,306 --> 01:33:43,433 but just a cold or something? 989 01:33:44,351 --> 01:33:47,021 Mr. Miyazawa, I understand your feelings... 990 01:33:47,062 --> 01:33:48,262 No… 991 01:33:50,065 --> 01:33:52,276 Doctor, you should know as well. 992 01:33:53,360 --> 01:33:57,531 Since childhood, that boy has been frail and sickly. 993 01:33:58,282 --> 01:34:01,076 But he always recovered. 994 01:34:02,828 --> 01:34:05,665 When his sister Toshi 995 01:34:06,456 --> 01:34:08,125 had tuberculosis and passed away, 996 01:34:08,208 --> 01:34:10,460 he took care of her, 997 01:34:10,795 --> 01:34:12,546 yet he remained uninfected. 998 01:34:12,713 --> 01:34:13,756 He was perfectly fine. 999 01:34:13,839 --> 01:34:16,008 Mr. Miyazawa, I'm very sorry. 1000 01:34:16,091 --> 01:34:17,176 Doctor need to see the next patient. 1001 01:34:17,217 --> 01:34:18,503 Kenji went through a lot... 1002 01:34:24,099 --> 01:34:25,726 It's not easy to control him... 1003 01:34:27,853 --> 01:34:30,272 He was just about to live his own life. 1004 01:34:33,233 --> 01:34:35,527 Please, think of a way 1005 01:34:41,533 --> 01:34:45,412 to let him rest properly. 1006 01:35:29,081 --> 01:35:32,501 In order to provide for you, Shigure, 1007 01:35:35,963 --> 01:35:42,052 I rushed like a twisted bullet 1008 01:35:46,348 --> 01:35:49,643 towards this dark, drizzling world. 1009 01:35:51,728 --> 01:35:53,230 Run away 1010 01:36:54,166 --> 01:36:58,045 I initially wanted to endure a bit longer. 1011 01:37:02,674 --> 01:37:06,303 But now I can't face Toshi anymore. 1012 01:37:07,972 --> 01:37:10,390 Even though I promised her 1013 01:37:11,016 --> 01:37:13,016 to become Japan's Hans Christian Andersen, 1014 01:37:14,895 --> 01:37:18,565 Aren't you already a literary figure? 1015 01:37:18,607 --> 01:37:20,609 You're a writer, Kenji Miyazawa. 1016 01:37:22,277 --> 01:37:23,946 Stop saying that. 1017 01:37:24,613 --> 01:37:26,198 You also know, 1018 01:37:26,781 --> 01:37:30,577 hardly anyone reads what I write. 1019 01:37:32,246 --> 01:37:35,207 Perhaps that's the case now, 1020 01:37:36,083 --> 01:37:43,761 but people will read your stories in the future. 1021 01:37:46,176 --> 01:37:49,179 How is that possible? It's impossible. 1022 01:37:51,015 --> 01:37:52,724 It's Toshi's wish, 1023 01:37:55,269 --> 01:37:56,811 so it will come true. 1024 01:38:00,357 --> 01:38:03,068 Kenji Miyazawa's stories. 1025 01:38:04,987 --> 01:38:06,738 Are truly excellent. 1026 01:38:12,786 --> 01:38:16,706 Father, you're quite obsessed with your son. 1027 01:38:19,251 --> 01:38:24,173 Think about it, telling stories to Toshi on the other side, 1028 01:38:26,425 --> 01:38:28,177 will take a long time. 1029 01:38:29,303 --> 01:38:30,804 Before that, 1030 01:38:31,888 --> 01:38:35,767 you have to tell more stories to this father. 1031 01:38:38,562 --> 01:38:40,189 Your own stories. 1032 01:38:51,283 --> 01:38:53,118 Come home, Kenji. 1033 01:38:55,704 --> 01:39:02,458 Come home and eat the healthy food your mother prepared. 1034 01:39:04,504 --> 01:39:07,549 Take good care of yourself. 1035 01:39:08,592 --> 01:39:10,427 You'll definitely recover. 1036 01:39:15,307 --> 01:39:16,725 Don't worry. 1037 01:39:17,142 --> 01:39:18,435 It's not over yet. 1038 01:39:19,811 --> 01:39:21,480 It's not over yet 1039 01:40:02,937 --> 01:40:05,065 I'm sorry, father, 1040 01:40:07,901 --> 01:40:10,112 for always causing you trouble. 1041 01:40:12,906 --> 01:40:15,284 It's not a matter of just a day or two. 1042 01:40:17,702 --> 01:40:19,121 Too 1043 01:40:23,333 --> 01:40:24,793 It's okay. 1044 01:40:26,795 --> 01:40:28,213 With Dad taking care of you, 1045 01:40:29,881 --> 01:40:31,739 you don't have to worry about anything. 1046 01:40:43,395 --> 01:40:49,715 Wasn't it the same back then? 1047 01:40:53,113 --> 01:40:54,739 Do you remember that jellyfish? 1048 01:40:57,701 --> 01:41:00,870 It felt comfortable lying on it, right? 1049 01:41:03,832 --> 01:41:05,125 No… 1050 01:41:05,584 --> 01:41:08,128 Actually, it was too hot, 1051 01:41:10,214 --> 01:41:12,841 I could only endure it desperately. 1052 01:41:13,217 --> 01:41:16,928 What are you talking about? Don't make things up. 1053 01:41:20,724 --> 01:41:27,439 Fire gold, fire gold 1054 01:41:29,608 --> 01:41:36,198 The water over there isn't drinkable 1055 01:41:37,491 --> 01:41:44,414 The water here is good to drink 1056 01:41:44,873 --> 01:41:46,583 You really can't sing in tune. 1057 01:41:50,212 --> 01:41:52,339 You're far worse than me. 1058 01:41:52,881 --> 01:41:54,174 What? 1059 01:41:57,636 --> 01:42:04,226 During the day, hiding behind dew-dampened leaves 1060 01:42:05,935 --> 01:42:08,855 Night is like carrying lanterns 1061 01:42:08,897 --> 01:42:11,400 Illuminating faint lights 1062 01:42:19,324 --> 01:42:25,247 Will you please come with me... 1063 01:43:30,979 --> 01:43:33,273 "Do not fear wind and rain." 1064 01:44:45,304 --> 01:44:49,724 Year 8 of Showa, September 1065 01:45:17,210 --> 01:45:19,879 Um... there's a visitor. 1066 01:45:22,466 --> 01:45:23,675 Who is it? It's so late. 1067 01:45:23,717 --> 01:45:26,345 It's... someone looking for Kenii. 1068 01:45:28,430 --> 01:45:31,350 He came before asking about fertilizer. 1069 01:45:31,891 --> 01:45:33,602 Wants to consult with Kenji again. 1070 01:45:33,643 --> 01:45:35,144 No, reject him. 1071 01:45:35,729 --> 01:45:37,397 It's too selfish to refuse. 1072 01:45:38,607 --> 01:45:39,858 Father. 1073 01:45:41,651 --> 01:45:42,851 What's wrong? Kenji. 1074 01:45:43,653 --> 01:45:44,946 What are you doing, Kenji? 1075 01:45:45,279 --> 01:45:46,948 Tell him to leave quickly. 1076 01:45:47,323 --> 01:45:48,116 Daring to come at this time. 1077 01:45:48,157 --> 01:45:49,967 Don't you understand social etiquette? 1078 01:45:50,243 --> 01:45:51,536 Exactly because of this... 1079 01:45:51,578 --> 01:45:52,778 What? 1080 01:45:59,669 --> 01:46:01,921 He would choose this time. 1081 01:46:02,756 --> 01:46:05,133 There must be an urgent matter. 1082 01:46:10,013 --> 01:46:13,558 Mother, sorry. 1083 01:46:15,184 --> 01:46:18,229 Please let me change clothes. 1084 01:46:22,442 --> 01:46:25,945 Miyazawa Trading Company 1085 01:46:37,499 --> 01:46:40,585 Teacher, Mr. Miyazawa. 1086 01:46:41,836 --> 01:46:45,465 Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Miyazawa. 1087 01:46:49,218 --> 01:46:51,888 Teacher, this year is strange. 1088 01:46:51,930 --> 01:46:53,578 We've encountered rice blast disease. 1089 01:46:53,598 --> 01:46:55,058 I followed your instructions. 1090 01:46:55,099 --> 01:46:57,852 Tried all methods, but it's not working. 1091 01:46:58,478 --> 01:46:59,729 If this continues, 1092 01:46:59,938 --> 01:47:01,981 I might have to sell my daughter. 1093 01:47:02,607 --> 01:47:04,233 My wife has already left. 1094 01:47:04,943 --> 01:47:06,903 I don't know what to do alone. 1095 01:47:07,028 --> 01:47:10,740 Oh, I see. You've been through a lot. 1096 01:47:11,866 --> 01:47:14,911 Seiro, you can go rest for now. 1097 01:47:15,161 --> 01:47:16,361 Thank you. 1098 01:47:17,747 --> 01:47:21,876 We can only survive on grass roots now. 1099 01:47:22,919 --> 01:47:23,962 If we can't figure something out, 1100 01:47:24,003 --> 01:47:25,956 we might have to hang ourselves together. 1101 01:47:26,297 --> 01:47:29,676 Without my wife and daughter, 1102 01:47:29,759 --> 01:47:31,344 I'll go crazy. 1103 01:47:32,178 --> 01:47:34,347 Mr. Heita, please calm down. 1104 01:47:35,014 --> 01:47:36,349 Mr. Heita. 1105 01:47:38,434 --> 01:47:41,813 If the rice isn't growing well, there must be a reason. 1106 01:47:41,855 --> 01:47:43,462 It's because we don't know the reason 1107 01:47:43,482 --> 01:47:45,108 that I've come to you. 1108 01:47:45,817 --> 01:47:48,194 Even if I break my head thinking, 1109 01:47:48,528 --> 01:47:53,407 I can't come up with anything. 1110 01:47:53,783 --> 01:47:55,409 I've already lost my wife... 1111 01:47:55,494 --> 01:47:57,662 Kenji is not doing well. 1112 01:47:57,746 --> 01:47:59,789 Please, go and ask him to leave. 1113 01:47:59,831 --> 01:48:02,083 Teacher, do you understand my feelings? 1114 01:48:04,085 --> 01:48:06,755 It might be a problem with continuous cropping. 1115 01:48:09,090 --> 01:48:12,886 Please help store water in the fields. 1116 01:48:13,469 --> 01:48:15,555 The head of the household? Hurry up. 1117 01:48:32,739 --> 01:48:33,698 Kenji. 1118 01:48:33,948 --> 01:48:34,616 Kenji. 1119 01:48:34,658 --> 01:48:35,858 Call Seiro over. 1120 01:48:36,034 --> 01:48:36,993 Yes. 1121 01:48:37,243 --> 01:48:39,788 Kenji… 1122 01:48:44,375 --> 01:48:45,877 Father. 1123 01:48:48,129 --> 01:48:49,798 Thank you. 1124 01:48:50,173 --> 01:48:51,424 Thank you for what? 1125 01:48:53,760 --> 01:48:55,053 Thank you... 1126 01:48:57,013 --> 01:48:58,723 Let me finish my words. 1127 01:49:00,141 --> 01:49:03,394 To the end 1128 01:49:06,856 --> 01:49:08,316 Silly child. 1129 01:49:43,309 --> 01:49:45,061 Seiro, 1130 01:49:48,397 --> 01:49:49,649 bring that to me. 1131 01:49:50,441 --> 01:49:51,641 Okay. 1132 01:49:58,199 --> 01:50:00,243 The manuscript, right? 1133 01:50:04,288 --> 01:50:09,043 Any small publishing house will do. 1134 01:50:12,005 --> 01:50:16,300 If anyone is willing to help publish, 1135 01:50:18,803 --> 01:50:20,513 Just give them the manuscript. 1136 01:50:21,931 --> 01:50:23,141 Okay. 1137 01:50:26,394 --> 01:50:27,729 But... 1138 01:50:29,856 --> 01:50:33,902 If no one is willing to publish, 1139 01:50:39,032 --> 01:50:42,285 then let's dispose of the manuscript. 1140 01:50:43,703 --> 01:50:45,163 Father. 1141 01:50:47,081 --> 01:50:48,416 I understand. 1142 01:51:00,720 --> 01:51:06,392 Sorry, I sweated a bit. 1143 01:51:08,644 --> 01:51:10,438 Can you help me wipe my body? 1144 01:51:11,397 --> 01:51:12,899 Sure. 1145 01:51:14,275 --> 01:51:15,694 Wait for me. 1146 01:51:22,742 --> 01:51:24,118 Head of the household, 1147 01:51:28,873 --> 01:51:30,374 let me do it. 1148 01:51:30,834 --> 01:51:32,034 What? 1149 01:51:33,127 --> 01:51:35,004 Please let me do it. 1150 01:51:37,882 --> 01:51:39,801 At least let me wipe you one last time. 1151 01:51:44,889 --> 01:51:46,349 I… 1152 01:51:48,267 --> 01:51:50,311 I'm also Kenji's mother. 1153 01:52:57,295 --> 01:52:59,213 That's nice... 1154 01:53:01,507 --> 01:53:03,968 Feels so comfortable... 1155 01:53:34,916 --> 01:53:36,584 Mother. 1156 01:53:39,963 --> 01:53:41,589 Thank you. 1157 01:53:43,007 --> 01:53:45,218 Don't thank me, it's nothing. 1158 01:53:48,012 --> 01:53:49,722 For everything until now... 1159 01:53:51,724 --> 01:53:53,351 Really... 1160 01:53:55,979 --> 01:53:57,897 Thank you very much. 1161 01:54:02,526 --> 01:54:04,195 It's nothing. 1162 01:54:25,008 --> 01:54:25,758 Kenji? 1163 01:54:25,841 --> 01:54:27,041 Brother. 1164 01:54:27,385 --> 01:54:28,677 Kenji? 1165 01:54:32,098 --> 01:54:33,641 "Do not fear rain, 1166 01:54:34,058 --> 01:54:35,726 do not fear wind, 1167 01:54:38,437 --> 01:54:41,565 do not fear frost, do not fear summer heat. 1168 01:54:41,774 --> 01:54:43,776 Maintain a healthy body, 1169 01:54:43,859 --> 01:54:45,194 free from greed 1170 01:54:45,528 --> 01:54:46,988 and anger. 1171 01:54:47,613 --> 01:54:51,159 Stay calm, smile often. 1172 01:54:53,161 --> 01:54:55,246 Eat four bowls of brown rice a day 1173 01:54:55,288 --> 01:54:57,916 with miso and a little vegetables. 1174 01:55:00,126 --> 01:55:03,629 Never think only of your own benefit. 1175 01:55:04,255 --> 01:55:06,966 Listen and understand carefully. 1176 01:55:07,133 --> 01:55:08,927 Keep in mind and never forget. 1177 01:55:12,931 --> 01:55:16,850 Dwell in the wild pine forest, 1178 01:55:18,561 --> 01:55:21,105 in a small hut under the tree shade. 1179 01:55:24,943 --> 01:55:26,902 If there's a sick child to the east, 1180 01:55:27,070 --> 01:55:29,697 Just go take care of his illness. 1181 01:55:31,657 --> 01:55:34,660 If there's a weary mother to the west, 1182 01:55:34,702 --> 01:55:38,122 help her carry rice bundles. 1183 01:55:39,748 --> 01:55:42,876 If someone to the south is about to die, 1184 01:55:42,961 --> 01:55:46,464 comfort them so they're not afraid. 1185 01:55:46,880 --> 01:55:50,634 If there's a dispute or conflict to the north, 1186 01:55:51,927 --> 01:55:54,308 tell them not to engage in such pointless matters. 1187 01:55:56,975 --> 01:55:59,643 Worry about tears in times of drought, 1188 01:56:00,686 --> 01:56:03,439 be uneasy in the cold days of summer. 1189 01:56:06,025 --> 01:56:08,361 Called useless by people, 1190 01:56:10,071 --> 01:56:13,574 neither praised nor troublesome. 1191 01:56:16,452 --> 01:56:20,206 I want to become such a person. 1192 01:56:25,711 --> 01:56:28,881 Isn't that right, Kenji? 1193 01:56:38,599 --> 01:56:40,601 It's truly a beautiful poem. 1194 01:56:43,771 --> 01:56:46,024 You wrote a wonderful poem, Kenji. 1195 01:56:53,281 --> 01:56:54,490 Finally I… 1196 01:56:54,532 --> 01:57:00,246 received praise from father. 1197 01:57:07,795 --> 01:57:09,880 Thank you. 1198 01:57:11,382 --> 01:57:12,925 Father. 1199 01:57:22,268 --> 01:57:23,352 Ken. 1200 01:57:23,394 --> 01:57:24,687 Kenji. 1201 01:57:25,646 --> 01:57:27,002 I've always praised you, haven't I? 1202 01:57:27,022 --> 01:57:28,774 Don't I always praise you? 1203 01:57:29,775 --> 01:57:31,194 The first time you stood up, 1204 01:57:31,860 --> 01:57:33,527 the first time you learned to walk, 1205 01:57:33,904 --> 01:57:35,781 when you stopped wetting the bed, 1206 01:57:37,575 --> 01:57:39,535 when you wrote stories, 1207 01:57:40,786 --> 01:57:42,288 when you published a book, 1208 01:57:43,038 --> 01:57:44,165 even recently, 1209 01:57:44,207 --> 01:57:46,334 when you eat a slice of pear, 1210 01:57:47,543 --> 01:57:49,253 didn't I always praise you? 1211 01:57:49,795 --> 01:57:53,048 Kenji, haven't I praised you often? 1212 01:57:54,425 --> 01:57:55,676 Kenji… 1213 01:57:56,051 --> 01:57:57,303 Kenji… 1214 01:57:57,761 --> 01:57:58,971 Kenji… 1215 01:57:59,513 --> 01:58:01,182 Kenji 1216 01:58:27,541 --> 01:58:31,795 Two years later, in the year 10 of Showa 1217 01:58:37,801 --> 01:58:40,804 "Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tales" 1218 01:59:03,035 --> 01:59:04,620 Mr. Miyazawa, 1219 01:59:05,871 --> 01:59:13,871 Mr. Miyazawa, there's a package for you. 1220 01:59:19,343 --> 01:59:21,439 It just so happens I'm the only one at home. 1221 01:59:22,721 --> 01:59:23,921 Please take it. 1222 01:59:25,849 --> 01:59:27,310 Thank you. 1223 01:59:39,447 --> 01:59:41,199 Is the printing done? 1224 01:59:41,282 --> 01:59:45,077 "Complete Works of Miyazawa Kenji" 1225 02:00:39,340 --> 02:00:41,967 "Night on the Galactic Railroad" 1226 02:01:09,077 --> 02:01:10,684 Are the girl and the young man from earlier 1227 02:01:10,704 --> 02:01:12,665 still kneeling on the white sandbank? 1228 02:01:13,582 --> 02:01:19,338 Or have they already gone to the unknown paradise? 1229 02:01:21,214 --> 02:01:24,343 All scenes are so hazy and hard to identify. 1230 02:01:25,511 --> 02:01:31,434 Giovanni sighed deeply. 1231 02:01:34,437 --> 02:01:36,314 "Campanella, 1232 02:01:38,273 --> 02:01:40,776 it's just the two of us now. 1233 02:01:45,155 --> 02:01:48,158 No matter how far, we'll go together." 1234 02:02:43,088 --> 02:02:44,507 Sorry. 1235 02:02:45,966 --> 02:02:48,176 May I sit here? 1236 02:02:51,138 --> 02:02:53,223 Sure, please sit. 1237 02:03:12,117 --> 02:03:16,622 Where are you two headed? 1238 02:03:20,208 --> 02:03:22,169 We're going to the ends of the earth. 1239 02:03:26,048 --> 02:03:27,675 Great. 1240 02:03:47,486 --> 02:03:49,112 Thank you. 1241 02:03:58,163 --> 02:04:04,257 I sincerely appreciate it.