Original subtitles

In August 1863, under pressure from the Choshu and anti-foreign factions, the Emperor gave the go-ahead for the Yamato Gioko.

This meant that the Emperor would personally visit the Yamato Shrine to offer a prayer for the speedy expulsion of foreigners,

and announce publicly that he will lead the army himself.

This was a cunning plan to push the Shogunate into the background and elevate the Emperor.

But this agreement of the Emperor was the exact opposite of what the Satsuma and Aizu clans wanted.

On August 18, before the Yamato Gioko, the Aizu and Satsuma clans were ready to rise up against the Choshu and the radical courtiers.

Dorama " Shinsengumi"

Episode 23 Political turmoil on August 18

Subtitles by Graft

Please stop!

You're out of luck! I'm in a disgusting mood today!

That's it!

Serizawa's actions have already crossed all sorts of boundaries!

The magistrate received a lot of complaints.

This robbery is the work of only a few people.

And the main problem is that the commander is one of them!

Stop Serizawa. It's in your best interest.

It is the desire of the daimyo of Aizu?

Absolutely correct.

This incident with Yamato-I added to our problems.

I don't care.

Can't you turn them over more carefully?

I'm not an expert in these things.

Yamato-I paid for protection to the Tenchu group. We punished him.

You don't intend to do anything?

We are going to the hot springs in Tanba.

I'm leaving MIBA for a few days, so keep an eye on things.

The Aizu clan wants me to replace you as commander.

Well, here's your chance.

You need Mibu-Rosenhane.

You don't have to say that.

Listen. I am the commander.

If I leave - Sach Rosigui will disappear.

That's all. Isn't that right, Nimi?

Right.

That's it.

Kondo-San, what will you do?

I'm ready!

I'm taking it with me.

What about your duties as a city patrol officer?

Heiske will replace me.

Wait outside.

I think I've had enough of Yamato-ya.

Someone will be held responsible for this incident.

Nimi, make a seppuka.

You heard him. Someone has to answer for the robbery.

Are you serious?

I think that will satisfy them.

Nimi-San was placed under arrest.

Is that enough for now?

He was dismissed from the post of Vice-commander.

Nimi-San accepted this.

Is he?...

That's it, the conversation is over.

This is a great chance to kick Serizawa.

Serizawa-San needs Mibu-Rosenhane.

That's an excuse, Kondo-San.

You are not ready to become the head of the squad.

Possible.

Hopelessly.

Tomorrow I will report everything to the Aizu clan.

Excuse me, where is Hirosawa-sama?

I've been waiting almost two hours.

There's no time for you right now.

We received an order from the Emperor.

On the 27th, he will personally visit the Imperial tomb in Yamato and the Kasuga Shrine.

He will send messages to all daimyo to gather in Kyoto and fight back against foreigners.

But all this is not the true wish of the Emperor.

And this order is a fraud.

This is all the machinations of Choshu!

It's time to finally fight back!

They use the Emperor and hide behind his name, pursuing their goals!

I'm not going to take it anymore!

The Satsuma clan was also trying to win over!

Here is Takasugi Satara-Dono of Satsuma.

This cunning plan is the work of Choshu and a group of courtiers led by Sanjo Sanetomi!

If the Emperor's visit to the Shrine actually takes place...

And the war against foreigners will be waged by an army with him at its head...

...the Tokugawa Shogunate will lose all power.

It's time to bring down the Choshu clan!

We, Aizu, will join with Satsuma to destroy Choshu!

August 17, 1863, Kyoto

I'm concerned about the Satsuma clan.

Would he follow the Emperor's orders?

They have little strength to challenge the court.

Aizu will be left alone.

The Emperor favorable to the ISA.

And why did he trust Matsudaira Katamori so much?

This is also a mystery to me.

The main threat is a possible Alliance between Aizu and Satsuma.

Aizu's military power and Satsuma's political influence will make such an Alliance unbreakable.

But they have nothing in common.

I just assumed that they might come together... and become a terrible enemy.

You're too worried, Katsura-San.

Such is his character.

What do they write from Aizu?

They want to see us immediately.

Perhaps a campaign against Choshu is beginning.

I think so, too.

This is Aizu's chance to defeat Choshu.

The war begins?

Most likely.

I don't know what to do.

Whose side is the truth on? This is impossible to understand.

The main thing is that we serve the Aizu clan.

The enemy, the Aizu clan is our enemy.

And we need to stick to that.

Nimi-San, tell Serizawa-San as soon as possible.

I don't know where it will stop.

He only said that he would be back on the 18th, in the morning.

Let's forget about it for now.

Be ready to perform at any time.

According to Prince Nakagawa's orders, we must push Choshu away from the Palace.

We will lock all nine gates and be on our guard.

Now I will assign responsibilities.

That's it, the Council of war is over.

Don't let me down!

What's happening?

Why didn't we get orders to act?

Hirosawa-sama!

What should we do?

What was decided at the military Council.

But we were not ordered to do anything.

Condo?

He's waiting for orders.

Komon-sama!

I forgot about them.

Why did he come at all?

I called him.

For the Aizu clan, this is a matter of life and death.

We can't trust everyone!

So, what should they do?

Let them return to Mibu!

Komori, use Mibu-Rosigui for the protection of the Palace.

But...

At this point, we need as many people as possible.

Put them somewhere.

In the garden?

This is Kinry's Palace.

You enter the Hamaguri gate, and this is the Kenrei gate.

The garden is a place which should protect the Mibu-Rosenhane.

Is there really a need for security?

I don't know. I've never been outside the Palace walls.

Do sacred flowers really grow there?

This is not for me.

Obey.

Kondo, thank you for your effort.

We will spare no lives to protect this garden.

The daimyo wants to see you.

Depending on Choshu's reaction, a war may break out.

Kondo, don't you think I'm doing something wrong?

No, I don't think so.

I can only tell you something.

It was last New Year's eve.

I went to the Palace with new year's greetings, and there I saw the Emperor for the first time.

Katamori.

This is my gift.

This is a great honor.

Use this fabric to make a court garment.

Katamori...

You are the only one I can rely on.

I made these clothes out of that fabric.

I wonder why the Emperor gave it to me.

But one day I realized how he felt.

I understood it when I met you.

Raise his head.

I hope for you.

I saw myself in you.

And then I understood...

The strongest spiritual bond is trust and devotion.

It is possible to achieve a spiritual connection even stronger than with parents.

I can't forgive those who disgrace the shogun and use the Emperor.

This is a battle for justice.

Don't you think I'm naive?

No. I feel the same way.

I dedicate my life to the shogun and the Emperor.

You too, Kondo?

No. I dedicate my life to the shogun, the Emperor, and you!

August 18, time-00: 44.

We will punish the scoundrels!

Forward to battle!

We proved our loyalty for six months. And finally our time has come.

Sanosuke, we are going to fight as Aizu's vassals.

Don't get too high on fame.

But, you know, I want to-and that's all. ^_^

Make sure that all your equipment is in order!

We can join the battle at any time!

Excuse me...

What ?

Should I join the battle, too?

Certainly.

But I'm just an economist.

You were hired as a combat economist.

You are very energetic!

Is this going to be a serious fight?

Depends on the actions of the Choshu.

They don't have much strength. Satsuma is also behind us.

You never know what the cornered enemy will do.

The Choshu might even try to set the city on fire.

Set Fire To Kyoto?

They won't do it.

Hijikata-kun, you are in a great mood.

I am sure that we will finally meet Katsura Kogoro face to face.

This idea amuses me.

Aizu and Satsuma's forces reached the Palace.

All gates are guarded. We will fight back against Chosh!

We'll leave as soon as we get the order.

Mibu-Rosigui punish villains from Choshu!

You are the true defender of the country.

Do you even have armor?

This is a gift to Aizu.

They suit you.

Thanks.

What will happen in Kyoto tonight?

Aizu and Satsuma protect the Emperor.

The ronins who dare to cause trouble will have to deal with the Mibu-Roshingumi.

Be calm.

I want this mess to end as soon as possible.

I want our city to become a peaceful and peaceful place again.

Help me with this, Kondo-San.

Be sure.

What's that noise?

I don't know.

What kind of samurai are they?

Satsuma and Aizu?

Will there be a war?

I don't know.

Kyoto is becoming an increasingly dangerous place.

Why did you come to Kyoto?

I came to see the Condo the IP of your friend.

You've probably heard of him?

We were friends as children.

Who is it?

You have not heard about the Condo is the IP?

He is the commander of the Mibu-Rosenhane.

What is it?

It may be obscure...

So Kat-Chan is not so great.

How are things going?

Satsuma and Aizu's men are still coming.

Maybe we should go, too.

Let's go.

Commander!

Not now.

We'll miss everything!

We won't move until we get the order!

But...

Amateur performance on the battlefield is unacceptable.

Why haven't we been given an order yet?!

We thank you for your hard work. Here, have a snack.

Very thoughtful of you!

One for each.

You need to gain strength.

Did you make them for us?

That's all we could do to help.

I baked them on a baking sheet.

Did you do this?

Looks delicious!

I'm worried about the Satsuma clan.

What's wrong?

I can't understand why they made an Alliance with us.

Maybe it's because they don't like Choshu.

What do you care about?

Are their actions really in the Emperor's favor?

What do you want to say?

Maybe they just want to bring down the Choshu clan and take their place.

And if so, perhaps they are simply using the Aizu clan?

The Satsuma clan could do that.

This means that Aizu will be drawn into a fight between Satsuma and Choshu.

If that happens, we'll just crush the Satsuma clan after Choshu.

I don't want to.

You have to eat something.

Maybe this will calm you down.

Okita-San hasn't returned yet?

He promised to be back by morning.

And why did he leave at such a critical moment?

I'm going to take a bath.

There's no one there.

Gate Of Hanaguri

Participation in Choshu's plans is a betrayal of the existing government.

The actions of Sanjo Chunagon and the others will be thoroughly investigated.

4 a.m.

All nine gates are guarded.

Give the gun a shot.

What is it?

Signal for the battle to begin?

This shot is a sign that the Aizu are guarding the Palace.

Things are moving faster than I thought.

Well, let's go!

We won't move until they tell us to!

The Palace is surrounded by samurai.

I'm going to our office.

Aizu

Aizu?

The Palace is guarded by Aizu and Satsuma's men.

At the gate of Sakaimachi there is a skirmish between our and Aizu.

Sakaimachi Gate

6:25 am

We won't let you in!

The Choshu clan was ordered to guard this gate!

The Emperor issued a new order.

Scoundrels from the Choshu clan are not allowed to approach the Palace!

The Palace and its approaches were captured by Aizu and Satsuma samurai!

We need to perform!

Give the order to assemble, and all our people in Kyoto will attack the Palace to save the Emperor!

There are only 2000 samurai from Aizu and 200 from Satsuma. We can still win!

If we attack, it will be a challenge to the Emperor, and we will turn into rebels.

Winners are not judged!

We can't turn our daimyo into a rebel!

Katsura-San, what should we do?

To Leave Kyoto.

Katsura-San...

We need to retreat... and create a new plan.

8:08 am

With the return.

What happened?

Change your clothes immediately.

I got some armor for you, too, Serizawa-San.

So what about the garden?

We were assigned to guard it.

The samurai of Aizu themselves the guardians of all the key points, and Mibu-Rosigui appointed here.

It's like them.

Not move.

You've never killed anyone?

Yes, never.

No wonder you're worried.

Well, don't worry, I'll be there.

Kill without hesitation!

Just do it, that's all. If you think too long,you will die.

Are you no longer worried about the commander's words?

What ?

The commander was displeased that you were going to kill easily.

Killing shouldn't be fun.

Should I regret the death of an enemy?

Saito-San, how do you feel when you kill?

I don't enjoy or regret it.

You don't feel anything?

Do you feel anything when you eat lunch?

I feel the same way about murder.

Take.

I don't want anything.

This is especially for you!

I get sleepy after eating.

If you don't mind...

Seriously? Thanks.

Be careful.

You shouldn't say that to someone who's going off to war.

What should I say?

I wish you good luck.

I wish you good luck.

That's for me.

I don't believe it.

Just take.

No, thanks.

Give it to someone else, like Heiske.

Why don't you want to take it?

You are going to participate in battles.

How do you know what might happen?

Don't say that...

Why can't you be a little more careful?

Don't you understand?

All right, forget it!

Take it, please.

Are you serious?

What did she say?

How can I know what will happen there?

I don't think that's what she meant

Everything itches!

They must have forgotten to clean the armor, and there's small debris inside.

Don't you want to scratch yourself?

Of course I do.

How long do we have to stay here?

Why don't we get orders?

Why don't you go and remind me of yourself? Maybe they just forgot.

We can see out to the Chinese and Easter.

Okay, I've made up my mind.

All to build! We're coming!

11:45 am

Who are you?

We are vassals of Aizu, Mibu-Rosigui!

We are here to support you!

They didn't tell me anything!

And about Sach Rosigui you heard?

Go away!

Let me see Hirosawa-sama!

I won't miss you!

Depart.

We Now Rosigui, of the Aizu clan.

I wasn't told about you!

I am Serizawa Kamo, commander.

We will guard the garden as ordered by the daimyo.

Let me pass.

Garden?

So we were ordered.

I won't miss you.

What did you say?"

I... I won't miss you.

So you want to send us away?

This can have serious consequences for you.

I understand.

I Serizawa Kamo, the commander of the Sach Rosigui, watch the garden according to the order!

So the Emperor lives here...

Don't go away.

Here.

It started raining.

August 18, 2: 24 PM

The Choshu clan is leaving

People Choshu fall back to the temple Miosha-In.

We won!

Too quiet.

I think it's settled.

We didn't do a damn thing.

What is this place, by the way?

Garden.

Why the hell should I guard him?

When will the Aizu recognize us?

People change history, and we are again overboard.

We only deliver the ISA problem.

Yamanami-San, I've been thinking...

...we need to change something.

What, for example?

You need to earn Aizu's full trust.

And after that...

... I'll agree to do anything, kill at their first word.

Heck! The rain is increasing!

This is the daimyo of Aizu.