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SANADA TAIHEIKI (Saga of the Sanada Clan)

SANADA TAIHEIKI (Saga of the Sanada Clan)

Episode 20: Fork in the Road

Original Writing: Ikenami Shotaro

Screenwriter: Kaneko Narito

Music: Hayashi Hikaru

Narration: Wada Atsushi, NHK Announcer

CAST

Sanada Nobuyuki: Watase Tsunehiko

Sanada Yukimura: Kusakari Masao

Oko: Haruka Kurara

Mukai Sasuke: Nakamura Hashinosuke

Tokugawa leyasu: Nakamura Umenosuke

Tsuboya Matagoro: Natsuyagi Isao

Otani Yoshitsugu: Murai Kunio

Lady Komatsu: Konno Misako

Kita-no-Mandokoro (Lady North of Government): Tsushima Keiko

Uesugi Kagekatsu: Ito Takao

Sanada Masayuki: Tanba Tetsuro

Producer: Enomoto Kazuo

English Subtitle c2008-2009: Koala Fansubs

Director: Nagano Akira

In February 1600,

In February 1600, OTANI MANSION, OSAKA times started changing drastically.

OTANI MANSION, OSAKA times started changing drastically.

The Interior Minister (leyasu) ordered cannons to Kunitomo Village, Omi Province.

Omi Province is Sir Jibu's fief, isn't it?

What did Sir Jibu do?

He made them stop making cannons immediately.

Father.

I wonder why Sir leyasu tried to make cannons in Omi Province.

The village has master cannon makers, but...

He could make them somewhere else.

However, he dared to order to Omi...

Are you saying he did it on purpose to anger Sir Jibu?

Father, what do you think about...?

...what Sir leyasu did at the last Chrysanthemum Festival?

And his moves after that?

It happened on September 9, last year.

OSAKA CASTLE On the day of the Chrysanthemum Festival,

Ieyasu boldly entered Osaka Castle with dozens of his vassals.

TOYOTOMI HIDEYORI Lord Hideyori.

It is the Chrysanthemum Festival today.

MASHITA NAGAMORI NATSUKA MASAIE May you follow the old tradition of...

...drinking a cup of chrysanthemum-flavored sake.

ASANO NAGAMASA MAEDA GEN-I That will protect you from all kinds of troubles.

-Thanks for your consideration. -You are welcome, sire.

By the way, Sir Maeda Gen-i.

Yes.

What do you think of weakened discipline in this castle?

What made you think that way?

After I entered this castle today, nobody tried to stop me or question me.

That is because...

-Everybody knows your face. -Still...

This is the Toyotomi's castle.

You have to show your spirit to protect this castle.

You shouldn't be off guard even to someone you know.

-Let me ask you then. -Yes.

Why do you need dozens of your vassals to visit the Lord on the Chrysanthemum Festival?

What's all this fuss about?

I heard someone will try to attack and kill me when I come over here today.

It's just preemptive measures.

Sir Mashita, Sir Natsuka, thank you for letting me know.

The ones who want to kill me is Chunagon (Court Councilor) Maeda...

...and Asano Sakyo.

This is a treason against the Toyotomi.

I have to protect Lord Hideyori from such traitors.

I have never thought of killing the Interior Ministor!

I have never talked with the Court Councilor in private!

KITA-NO-MANDOKORO (Lady North of Government) I have no idea what he was talking about.

Sir Sakyo Dayu.

You must show your obedience now.

Confine yourself to your house!

Retire and appoint Yoshinaga as the family head.

How can I... to a guy like leyasu?

I'm thinking of moving out of the Nishi-no-Maru (West Wing).

What...?

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Gentlemen, prepare for going to battle in Kaga Province.

MAEDA TOSHINAGA Damn leyasu...!

MAEDA FAMILY IN KAGA When he kicked me out of Osaka...

...as the guardian for Lord Hideyori, he already had this plot in his mind!

He kept me away, and now, he calls me a traitor.

LADY HOSHUN-IN Foxy leyasu! Attack me anytime, if you can.

I'll beat you!

My Lord, we should avoid battles.

If I remain silent, our family name will be tarnished!

No.

If we go to battle, our lineage becomes extinct.

But, Mother...!

Did you forget the last words of your late father?

A samurai's most important duty is to protect his lineage.

But...!

-Don't defy leyasu. -But, Mother...!

I'll be a hostage. You confine yourself.

Thus, the only powerful Elder, the Maeda family in Kaga, finally gave in to leyasu.

OTANI MANSION, OSAKA

Father.

What is Sir Jibu in Sawayama going to do?

He is fortifying his castle and hiring ronin.

It's getting cold.

This is just a rumor, but...

Well, I shouldn't tell you.

-Sir Saemon-no-suke. -No, I shouldn't.

Is it about Sir Jibu?

Please tell me.

The one who made someone tell Sir leyasu about Sir Maeda's alleged assassination plan is...

...Sir Jibu, according to the rumor.

By instigating Sir leyasu's anger against the Maeda, he tried to make the Maeda stand against Sir leyasu.

If that happened, Sir leyasu would invade Kaga.

Then, Sir Jibu can rise in arms and attack Sir leyasu from behind.

With the Maeda army, he was planning to pincer attack Sir leyasu.

However, the Maeda gave in without fighting.

Did I make you upset?

No.

I just thought...

What an unfortunate man Sir Jibu is.

He is apt to be misunderstood.

-Sir Saemon-no-suke. -Yes.

War should go away from this country.

Yes.

Otherwise, grass and hay, people just live from hand to mouth.

They stop hoping for building something for the future.

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Right.

Do you know any person who has such capabilities in this country now?

Well...

If you are asked to name someone you think as the future ruler, who is it?

If my elder brother were one of the Elders...

I mean, my brother, Lord of Izu.

"After the Maeda displayed allegiance to the Tokugawa,"

NUMATA CASTLE "everyone is paying attention to Ishida Jibu in Omi..."

"...and Uesugi Danjo in Aizu."

"To the Tokugawa, the Uesugi will be more annoying than the Maeda."

This is Ina.

Come in.

-I brought you a cup of tea. -Thanks.

I got a letter from Ukon in Kyoto.

Something urgent?

No, it's just about Sir Uesugi.

Do we have to confront Sir Uesugi?

We don't know yet.

Sir leyasu seems to be concerned, because...

The Uesugi, who used to have 500,000 koku, has been transferred to Aizu.

Now they are a big power with 1.2 million koku.

They have a monopoly north of the Kanto (Eastern) Region.

Sir Uesugi never responds to Sir leyasu's urge to go to Kyoto.

How eerie...

Why doesn't he go to Osaka Castle to show his respect?

What is his true intention?

I am concerned as well.

I wonder what is going to happen.

If it turns into a battle, we are close to Aizu.

We might be the first ones who point our spears at him.

-Ina. -Yes?

The Sanada family was once saved by Sir Uesugi's kindness.

Yes...

It was summer in 1585.

Before we fought the Tokugawa, we extended an olive branch to him despite our hostile relationship.

He kindly accepted our offer.

Father brought Saemon-no-suke to Echigo as hostage,

But Sir Uesugi Danjo returned him to Ueda saying, "Fight with your father."

We fought the Tokugawa and survived.

I see.

But Sir Uesugi Danjo never expected us to repay him.

Saemon-no-suke became his hostage after the battle.

But Sir Uesugi didn't treat him as his hostage.

That's why I like Sir Uesugi Danjo.

He is the one who deserves genuine respect.

But...

But, in the future...

If the worst happens...

I see. You were in Aizu.

Yes.

FIREPLACE ROOM, UEDA CASTLE It looks like Sir Uesugi wouldn't forgive leyasu

If leyasu ignores Lord Hideyori and tries to rule the country.

He is fortifying his castle, fixing streets and rivers.

-Preparing for battle, right? -Yes.

Now, is the Uesugi doing it in concert with the Ishida?

It is still premature to say that...

I bet they are.

Then, another battle is breaking out.

Then, Jibu's friend, Otani Gyobu, will rise.

He's not the only one.

Western province daimyo lords, who are not happy with leyasu, will rise, too.

Then...

The Sanada might have a chance to make its name out of this turbulent age.

However...

When the Tokugawa goes to battle against the Uesugi,

Which side are you taking?

Which side are you taking? That's what I mean.

That's what I mean.

That's what I've been thinking.

I'm going to Hikone now,

And then, go to Osaka to inform Sir Saemon-no-suke of Aizu.

One more thing.

I want to know what the Tokugawa is doing.

Yes.

SANADA MANSION, FUSHIMI

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Sir Matagoro is coming here from Aizu. Please stay home tomorrow.

I see.

Excuse me.

Why don't you come in?

Hey, you wanna do it?

Next time.

-Mister. -Wait!

Hey, I know you got money.

Play with me. Come on.

Who are you looking for?

-Go. -You wanna have fun?

Hey.

Hey.

You jerk!

"Did he notice me?"

"Oh no! He's gone."

I see. The Uesugi is making a move.

NINJA HIDEOUT IN NAGA-SONE

Sir Ishida Jibu is making a move, too.

He is ready to go to battle anytime.

Both are preparing for battle at the same time.

There must be a secret pact between the Ishida and Uesugi.

No.

As far as I know, they don't correspond with each other.

But, it's too much of a coincidence...

Must be Jinpachi.

-I'm back. -A message?

No, I just helped Sasuke.

-What happened? -Well.

After Sasuke saw Sir Saemon-no-suke, he was shadowed by a Koga ninja.

Then...?

Sasuke is a smart young kid.

He let the guy follow him near our cabin in Bizenjima. Then, we shadowed him.

He may've found out their hideout by now.

How promising.

So Sir Saemon-no-suke's mansion is being watched.

Isn't it dangerous to see him tomorrow?

Well, having known that he's been watched, we just have to trick them.

The cabin in Bizenjima is in danger.

Sir Kosuke in Bizenjima said, "We'd better abandon the cabin."

Who is it?

Sasuke.

Don't move on your own.

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Why did you lure the Koga ninja into the sandbar of Bizenjima?

Didn't you think our hideout would be found out?

If he saw it, he would think I hadn't noticed him.

Then, he would let his guard down, I thought.

I could run away, but...

I wanted to find out their hideout. So, as arranged with Sir Jinpachi...

Then...?

Yes.

How did it go?

I found it.

Outside Kyoto, in the southwest of Kurusuno, at the foot of the Sojo-ga-mine (Mt. Bishop).

Excuse me...?

Nothing.

I see.

Yes.

SANADA MANSION, OSAKA Ah, Sir Matagoro.

You look great.

Yes.

Would you like to see Sir Saemon-no-suke?

Saheiji.

Don't you recognize him?

Yes?

This is Sasuke.

Your son, Sasuke.

It's been a while.

I'm not surprised, because you haven't seen him since he was 2 to 3-years-old.

This is Sasuke...?

Take as much time as you want until my business is done.

Really? Saheiji finally got to see Sasuke?

-Yes. -That's great.

Yes.

Yes. I wonder how Saheiji is reacting.

I wonder how Saheiji is reacting.

I heard you were in Aizu.

I heard you were in Aizu. -Yes. -How are things up there?

-Yes. -How are things up there?

I don't think Sir Uesugi Danjo is coming to Osaka.

I think our future solely depends on...

...when the Tokugawa breaks up with the Uesugi.

When it turns into a battle...

Which side should I support?

Sir Saemon-no-suke.

OSAKA CASTLE Sir Danjo-no-shohitsu.

I'm overjoyed to see you in excellent spirit.

UESUGI KAGEKATSU It's been a year, hasn't it?

Yes!

I'm returning Aizu pretty soon.

Is that so?

Come and see me in Aizu when you have a chance.

Yes!

He was generous to teach me his philosophy as samurai and the Uesugi's art of warfare.

The Sanada family owes him so much.

And he is a benefactor for myself.

If I have to point my spear at him...

Matago.

What should I do?

I feel for you.

Um...

How old are you, Father?

Yes?

Nothing...

I was called Father by my son, for the first time.

I know you don't have much free time, but...

I hope I'll have more chances to drink with you like this.

I do, too.

Don't be reckless.

If you die before me...

Your mother will be sad.

I know.

Damn, Lord Awa!

He is blessed with good sons.

I don't consider you as my hostage.

You are on loan from the Sanada. That's how I think.

You will become my attendant from tomorrow.

My Lord.

What is it?

Lord Izu is here.

What?

Zushu.

It's been a while.

I am glad to see you well.

I am sorry for having come over here without any notice.

Zushu, I'm glad to see you well.

Thank you.

Did you come over on any urgent business?

On important business, rather than urgent business.

It's about Aizu.

Aizu, huh?

Sir Uesugi Danjo keeps refusing Sir leyasu's urges to visit him in Osaka.

-I know that. -Yes.

I know that, but...

I don't know what kind of resolve Sir Uesugi has.

I think they are breaking off.

What?

Last March, the Uesugi had a memorial service for the 23rd anniversary of Lord Kenshin's death.

At the time, they had a meeting on their future campaign to punish Sir leyasu.

What?

How did you find it out?

An Uesugi vassal, Fujita Nobuyoshi, who was at odds with Retainer Naoe (Lord of Yamashiro), left the Uesugi.

He came to Sir leyasu and told him about that.

Sir leyasu considers it as a treason against Lord Hideyori.

He will make up his mind to punish the Uesugi.

You will be getting his order to go to battle.

When it happens, you should agree with him.

Please do not refuse.

Shut up, Zushu!

You...

You have forgotten how much the Sanada owes the Uesugi?

No.

I haven't.

And yet, you are telling me to join leyasu's army to punish the Uesugi?

Yes.

I remember how much we owe Sir Uesugi Danjo.

As the Toyotomi's Senior Elder, Sir leyasu has justified his reason for fighting.

Please do not act indiscreetly.

Please...

Around the time...

Uesugi Kagekatsu in Aizu received the ultimatum from leyasu.

What does he say?

As usual, he wants me to go and see him in Osaka.

How persistent!

-Is his messenger still waiting? -Yes, I thought we should send him back with your replay.

Kanetsugu. Write down my reply to leyasu.

Make sure that leyasu receives it.

Yes, sire.

Number one.

Your accusations against my castle fortification and my refusal to visit Osaka Castle...

...as treason against Lord Hideyori are simply laughable.

I have no intention of disobeying Lord Hideyori.

Number two.

You keep telling me to send him a letter of pledge.

But you are the one, who ignored the letter of pledge you submitted to His Highness a year ago...

...and became other daimyo lords' in-laws.

How ridiculous.

Uesugi Kagekatsu's reply, embellished with Naoe Kanetsugu's biting remarks, was delivered to leyasu.

-Heihachiro. -Yes.

This is unbelievable.

I have never seen such an insolent letter throughout my life.

-Uesugi Danjo said he would disobey Lord Hideyori. -Yes.

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Ieyasu announced his campaign to punish the Uesugi and returned Edo.

At the end of July, he ordered other daimyo lords to go to battle to Oshu.

Sir Saemon-no-suke is going to Ueda to join the Lord's army.

NINJA HIDEOUT IN NAGA-SONE, OMI Toji, Senzo, Tahei.

Escort him to Ueda.

Yes.

Sir Matagoro.

Is the Lord going to join leyasu's army to punish the Uesugi?

You must be worrying about the head family, dear.

I am sorry.

We do feel indebted to the Uesugi.

I know we shouldn't forget that.

But a feudal lord cannot make decisions only from indebtedness.

He is not the only one who owns his fief.

Right.

I hope Father understands that.

Apart from fidelity, the Uesugi is getting punished as a rebel against the Toyotomi.

You shouldn't be bothered by indebtedness sometimes.

I hope they aren't taking a wrong path.

On June 7,

Yukimura returned to Ueda to join the head family's army.

How are things at Sawayama?

Which means?

Jibu. I mean Ishida Jibu.

-Well... -It all depends on him.

His rising will turn over the situation.

If Sir Jibu rises...?

Ieyasu will lose.

The Uesugi from east, the Ishida from west.

Ieyasu will be caught in a pincer movement.

Then, the Uesugi's friends, and other daimyo lords who hate leyasu, will join.

-Then... -So you think...

But...

I haven't heard anything from the Uesugi and the Ishida.

They haven't asked me for help.

Setting the Ishida aside, I thought Sir Uesugi would have talked to me more candidly.

I wonder if he thinks me as useless.

Father.

Sir Danjo never expects anyone to repay him.

He doesn't want to ask for help from the people who owe him.

I know.

I already know, but...

Have you heard anything from my brother?

Yeah, I have!

-He came over here. -And?

He told me not to disobey leyasu this time.

He also said I shouldn't put the clan in danger because of indebtedness.

The clan will be in danger only when we lose.

What if we win?

Father.

This is not a war between the Toyotomi and the Tokugawa.

This is a mere infighting inside the Toyotomi family.

As long as we are a Toyotomi vassal, we should support the Tokugawa.

Even Sir Otani Gyobu gathered soldiers in Tsuruga. He already went to battle in Aizu.

But, Father...

If you really want to side with the Uesugi,

I will follow you.

What is your decision?

I guess I have no choice...

I really don't want to attack the Uesugi, but...

I guess I have to obey leyasu this time.

In June 1600,

Ieyasu's attack on Aizu, which was the overture to the Battle at Sekigahara, was about to begin.

Episode 20 THE END