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A Shochiku Film

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The year 1836…

A riot broke out among Sado Island gold miners…

It's written in history books…

A recent survey disclosed that… … …

The riot leader's name was Torakichi…

A fter the riot, he left the island…

He covertly wandered, avoiding the police…

He missed his hometown…

In 1838… … …

He returned to Shibamata, where he was born…

Say something. You bum!

Master, what did he do wrong?

He's a terrible weakling.

He sides with the poor.

He helped a thief get away.

I hired him as a deputy detective.

But he's no good. I'm ashamed. Return the permit.

Don't say that.

Please!

This time I'll forgive you.

But remember:

Arrest somebody and earn your keep.

Goodbye!

Scum! Why must I work for a jerk like him?

Let's forget it and eat.

Awful, isn't it?

Sadakichi, put out the lamp.

It's snowing. It sure is cold.

We're closed, sir.

Osaku.

It's me.

Brother!

Torakichi!

Take it easy.

Sorry to disturb you.

I'm disowned.

I have no family. I'm homeless.

I happened to pass by, so I dropped in to see you.

I'm glad you're all well.

Osaku.

Here. It's gold I worked very hard for.

Use it to live on.

Good luck.

Hirokichi.

Are you Osaku's husband?

Yes. My name is Hirokichi.

You look like an honest man.

And what do you do?

You're under arrest!

You're Torakichi. We knew you'd show up.

Come with us!

You're wrong.

This is a montage of you.

That's not me.

Don't pretend.

The mole above the eye proves it!

Kill him!

The pheasant would not be caught but for its cries. Poor men!

Hirokichi, bye.

I see. You're...

Brother, run!

My sister's husband is with the police? Strange fate!

Arrest me and take me to the police.

You can't do that.

I'll never let you arrest my nephew.

If you must do it, kill me first.

Brother is innocent!

Enough!

You work for the police.

And I'm wanted. So arrest me!

Osaku, what'll I do?

You can't take him!

You lousy weakling!

Can you call yourself a policeman?

What cruel fate!

It turns out I must arrest my wife's brother.

Forgive me.

Arrest me.

Osaku.

Forgive me.

All right, let's go.

Thanks.

Brother!

It stopped snowing.

What beautiful stars!

Tomorrow will be...

A fine day!

The greatest!

Excellent!

Excuse me.

Mister.

Sorry to disturb you. But you're sleeping on my bag.

Sorry.

It was careless of me. Sorry.

That's all right.

Excuse me.

Take care.

Thanks.

Let's go.

Who's he?

Just a nobody.

Tora-san's Song of Love

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika… Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

Kuruma is my family name… Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora And my given name is Torajiro…

Kuruma is my family name… And my given name is Torajiro…

Kuruma is my family name… Chieko Baisho as Sakura And my given name is Torajiro…

Chieko Baisho as Sakura

But people call me Tora, Chieko Baisho as Sakura the street peddler…

But people call me Tora, the street peddler…

Masami Shimojo as Uncle

Chieko Misaki as Aunty Gin Maeda as Hiroshi

Hisao Dazai as President

Gajiro Sato as Genko Hidetaka Yoshioka as Mitsuo

Special Appearance by Takashi Hosokawa

Chishu Ryu as the High Priest

Chieko Nakakita as Hisako Takuya Fujioka as Kitamura

Harumi Miyako as Harumi Kyo

Producers: Kiyoshi Shimazu Tetsuo Sasho

Planned by Shun'ichi Kobayashi

Written by Yoji Yamada Tetsuo Sasho

Cinematography: Tetsuo Takaba

Art Direction: Mitsuo Degawa

Music: Naozumi Yamamoto

Sound Recording: Isao Suzuki Sound Mixing: Ryuji Matsumoto

Lighting: Yoshifumi Aoki Editing: Iwao Ishii

Original Story and Directed by Yoji Yamada

You off?

It's tough.

On us, too.

You came?

Still hot, isn't it?

It's muggy.

Hello.

Thank you.

Sakura, Mr. Yoshida phoned.

He wants forty boxes of festive rice.

I'll thank him later.

Are they for guests?

Maybe they're for the elderly and the other teachers.

Mitsuo's?

I got them last year. Now they're too small.

He needs new clothes.

What grade is he in?

Six.

Field day tomorrow.

I hope it'll be a nice day.

Thank you.

A new insurance policy. Read it later.

How is your son?

He started college this year.

Congratulations!

I only pay his tuition. He works for pocket money.

That's good.

Thank you. Excuse me.

Goodbye.

Hello.

How are you?

She's a hard worker, sending her son to college.

As a widow she's had it rough, but she's making it.

Her son kept her going.

Right.

Everyone has a crutch during his or her life.

Without one, living is hard.

That reminds me:

One of us lacks a crutch.

I wonder how Brother is...

If he comes home, we'll tie a weight on him.

The wind picked up.

It may rain.

What?

Didn't something just blow by?

Maybe trash.

It was something big.

Gosh!

What's up?

Not trash, it was Tora!

What a surprise!

The wind was so strong, it blew me down the street.

You all right?

I'm starving so I'm light.

I should carry a few stones.

Brother, welcome home.

We were talking about you.

Everyone well?

Yes, thanks.

A gift.

Thanks. It's light, isn't it?

Dried sardines. Real expensive.

Thank you.

My favorite food.

Yeah? Toss 'em in the fridge.

I'll do that.

I'll make tea.

Sakura, I'm in a jam.

Why?

I can't go to the school field day.

I have a business meeting.

Brother, you're back?

He just got back.

Welcome home.

Mitsuo's field day?

Yes. I haven't gone for three years.

I promised him this time. But I forgot about my meeting.

He'll be disappointed.

Can't help it.

Hiroshi, don't worry.

I'll go in your place, like Mitsuo's father.

Brother, will you really?

Sure. I always cause you trouble.

This time I'll be of some help.

In what way?

Toward the end...

They have a bun-eating race.

I'm an expert.

I'll win. I'll get prizes and Mitsuo'll be happy.

Awkward guys like you can't do it.

Just leave it to me.

I'm glad I came home at the right time.

I can imagine Mitsuo's happy face.

I'll go upstairs and plan my moves.

Get set! Go!

Win, Red Team! Win, White Team!

Mitsuo, hang on!

I'm ashamed.

What'll Mitsuo say?

What's up?

The 4th to 6th graders in charge of the meet… … …

Will assemble about tomorrow's field day…

Wow, I forgot the trick. I've got to practice.

What are you doing?

Shut up!

Go to work. Don't worry about me.

One, two, three...

One, two...

I must move another pace forward.

It's a snap.

I get it!

Thank you.

Is Mom here?

Yes.

Mitsuo, your uncle's back.

He's back.

Why so late?

Preparing for tomorrow. Hi, Uncle!

Hey, you look a little brighter.

Dad, will you come tomorrow?

I want you to take my picture.

About that...

Sorry, but I'll be busy tomorrow.

What? Again?

You can't keep a promise.

Your uncle will go instead.

He's been practicing the bun-eating race.

How nice!

Uncle...

What?

Aren't you busy tomorrow?

Don't worry.

Something I have and others don't is free time.

A children's field day will be boring for grownups.

Mitsuo, I love kid's field days.

When I find one, I forget everything else and watch it.

I especially like the bun-eating race. I can't resist and join in.

This time my nephew is there.

I'll grab a good seat and cheer for you.

You've got to win.

Okay?

Cheer for him?

Sure.

How?

Want to see?

I went to the Shibamata sports shop and bought this.

Hurray, hurray, Mitsuo!

Brother, don't bother. I'll manage to go.

Yes, do that.

Don't bother.

Some kids have no parents.

Yes. That's true!

Then no one will come.

Is that all right?

Good!

So that's it.

Hey, wait!

I'm not reluctant to go. I will go. Don't you get it?

We do get it all right.

We're not declining...

Try to understand.

Mitsuo, don't you want me to go?

Consider how he feels.

Keep quiet!

He doesn't want you to go!

Hiroshi, what're you teaching your son?

I'm bending over backward to attend the meet.

Can't he appreciate it?

I know. That's why we tried...

The hell with it!

Stop it! Mitsuo's here.

Let's eat. An empty stomach makes you upset.

Stop crying. It's not your fault.

When I said I'd visit my daughter at school, she cried.

She didn't want me there. I was rejected.

Kids are that way.

Of course.

A pig of a father like you. She had every right to object.

Insulting!

I'm sorry.

I'm a company president. You're a lousy drifter!

What're you...

Stop it!

Brother, please!

Shame on you!

I'll quit!

I won't go to the meet. No more beefs, huh?

An uncle like me is embarrassing.

Who said that?

Brother, let's eat.

Eat? Who could eat, feeling like I do?

I'll drink alone. I'll eat boiled octopus.

Watch out!

Sorry I got mad. Actually, Tora wasn't to blame.

Who is to blame?

Let's eat.

He left this.

Welcome back.

Was the meet called off?

Because of the rain?

I'll phone Toraya and tell your uncle.

I've been there.

Been there?

How was Tora?

He was gone.

He left this for me.

Win first prize -Uncle Tora

Mother.

What?

If he happens to phone you...

Then?

Tell him I'm sorry.

Straight?

Go straight and turn right. You'll see an oil shop.

Thanks.

I'm as desperate as overripe eggplants. My false teeth don't help.

A special offer for you Niigata girls.

A compact and comb set.

A second bag to boot.

At first-class department stores...

Shopgirls sell them for...

At least 5,000 yen. But I won't ask that much.

A special for you Niigata girls. Take a look.

Got a peddling permit?

Who needs one?

You do. Close it up

Girls hate guys with faces like yours.

They like bright faces. Faces that smile.

I'm closing. If you want to buy, come with me.

Don't stay there, son.

Today's Harumi Kyo Show Cancelled Owing to Illness

Her tonsils are so swollen she can't sing.

She insists on singing for her fans.

But she can't even talk.

Her aide said it was food poisoning.

That's wrong. It's her tonsils.

How stupid!

Been to a hospital?

Sure. For a shot.

What hospital?

Let's see...

The Citizens' Hospital? Or was it...

Sorry, I didn't check.

I'm busy. Excuse me.

Manager...

Is she really sick?

What?

Hey, rumor has it she's missing.

Missing? Absurd!

She's in bed at the hotel. Excuse me.

Can she do the night show?

Of course.

Is there a cheap inn around here?

No. Several cheap hotels near the station.

You mean "business" hotels? No thanks.

They're like jails.

I'll leave the money here.

About Harumi Kyo 's recitals… … …

Tonight's show was cancelled, too…

Harumi Kyo Sick

Songstress Harumi Sick

Is Harumi's Illness a Fake?

A Lie?

Niigata is far from Tokyo, so...

Call the hospital and make sure.

The doctors aren't certain.

Kid...

You alone?

Thanks.

This town is lousy.

Ferry for Sado Island Ticket Office

Hey, Mister, what's that island?

You don't know Sado Island?

That's Sado Island? I see.

Bigger than I thought.

It's very big.

It's famous for a gold mine.

Think an amateur like me can dig out a little gold?

Just a bit will do.

It's closed now.

Yeah? What a shame!

Can't I sneak in just before closing time...

And grab some leftovers?

You're a funny guy.

I am?

Funny to you, too?

I believe I'm serious.

Skipper, where are you headed?

Back to Sado.

Good. May I join you?

Sure. But it'll take a long time.

I've got plenty of time. I just don't have money.

I'm lucky to get a ride. I'll take it.

Say...

Me?

May I come along?

You going to Sado?

But this old scow will take a long time, right?

I have lots of time.

But no money.

Same as me.

One more rider.

Thank you.

Watch out!

Skipper, we're off to Sado Island! Anchors aweigh!

"To Sado Island... to Sado Island...

"Even trees and grass lean toward Sado Island..."

Why is Harumi there?

Beats me.

Why is she with that creep?

We don't need a receipt!

The boss and me.

Anything new?

Sorry, boss.

I'm fully responsible.

Harumi's note, where is it?

Boss, I hope it's not her last words.

What are you saying?

That's impossible!

Impossible.

Don 't look for me -Harumi

Beautiful island!

You all right?

We're almost there.

Wait here.

There's an inn. Let's go there first.

You okay?

Sorry to trouble you, a stranger.

That's all right.

Earthquake? I still feel the ground shaking.

Gosaku Tourist Home

Thanks, sonny.

Hello?

We'd like to stay. Any rooms available?

Go upstairs and pick any room you like.

Not one room. We need two rooms.

Help yourselves.

Let's go in.

I'm bushed.

Howdy.

Hello.

The name of the hospital?

No reason to keep it secret.

Hiding something?

She insists on resting quietly. No interviews.

She'll get better by the Hakata show on the 19th.

Wait until then.

Then, why the gossip she's missing?

We can't understand it either.

We saw her just an hour ago, right?

At what hospital?

I'm sorry...

Excuse us.

You can't fool us. We want it straight.

You look dandy.

You have an attitude.

I was merely joking.

That's the problem.

I overslept.

I've already started.

Sorry to be late.

This kimono? The old woman rented it to me.

It was her daughter's.

Too flashy?

No. It suits you.

I was surprised.

I thought you were someone else.

Let's drink to us.

Yes, thank you.

Sado Island's sake is very good.

To our strange encounter.

What?

I think I've seen you.

Really?

We met before?

No.

No?

I'm sure I saw you.

I remember!

Last year, at a theater in Gifu.

Selling popcorn?

No, I wasn't.

I'm wrong, then, huh?

Yes. Girls like me are everywhere.

Let's drink, Mister.

Sorry I haven't introduced myself. I'm Torajiro.

Then, Tora?

They call me that, yeah.

About me...

I know, you have a problem.

I know better than to probe.

Thanks.

Here you are...

You're a good girl.

I gave it to them.

Thanks.

Sorry if I'm butting in.

You should at least phone your folks or friends.

Never mind.

You've got a husband and kids?

I'm not married. I've been too busy.

I see. I bet a lot happened to you.

There was a guy I liked, but we broke up.

Broke up?

It happened just recently.

I was busy working. Feeling blue. But there was nobody to talk to.

I couldn't help but cry.

Then I found myself in a taxi with a bag.

But I had nowhere to go.

It's only now I realize what I'm doing.

I'm sorry.

I'm really sorry.

I'm drunk.

Look, Tora! Fireflies!

Look.

You said you're from...

Tokyo's Shibamata.

Go home sometimes?

Seldom.

Like you, I left home.

What happened?

I ran with my woman.

Crossing a river.

"Will you elope with me?

"Come with me.

"It was raining that evening.

"Oh, that ferry crossing the river.

"We're going despite our parents' objection..."

You sing well. You could be a pro.

Really? Thanks.

Will you sing again?

Let's drink.

You all right?

Tora.

I'm sleepy.

Going to bed?

I hardly slept during the last week.

That's bad. Better turn in.

Good night.

You okay?

Here I go...

This way...

What time shall I get up?

Any time you like.

Yes! I'm free! Take me somewhere tomorrow.

Sure.

"Elope with me..."

You okay?

Yes, I am.

Granny, let's drink.

Will you sing for me? You know a few songs.

Come here.

Brought your samisen? Sing some Sado songs.

I'll sing for you. So...

Will you get me her autograph?

Whose?

Harumi Kyo's.

Harumi Kyo?

That woman.

She's Harumi Kyo, the singer.

No.

She's a woman I happened to meet at the dock.

She's a traveler, not a singer.

What a surprise!

I thought...

She was Harumi Kyo.

Sorry, I was mistaken.

She isn't Harumi Kyo.

She took the boat from here.

You sure it was Harumi?

The guy who saw her is a fan. There's no mistake.

I'm pretty sure.

Who's the guy with her?

That's the problem.

A creep wearing sandals.

Sounds like a punk.

"Over the angry waves of the sea...

"There lies an island. It's Sado Island.

"Keep chirping, sparrows.

"Announce that evening is near."

You're good!

Tora...

What?

Do you often travel like this?

Sure. I wander wherever and whenever I like.

I don't make money, though.

Is that your way of life?

Living from day to day. Await tomorrow to see what to do tomorrow...

It's nice.

Mind you don't fall into a manure tank.

Did you ever?

Yeah, when I was a kid.

The memory still makes me sick.

Hey, watch it!

Careful!

Ask each one carefully.

Wait.

Excuse me...

She can't help.

Ma'am, can I ask you something?

You startled me!

Any news?

No.

Hey, I found her!

Will you help us?

Thanks.

High, isn't it? I'm scared.

It's scary!

It's not that high.

You like the sea?

Yes. I grew up in the city. I always longed for the sea.

Did you?

I feel great!

Tora, come! Quick!

Why, Tora...

"To Sado Island... to Sado Island...

"Even trees and grass lean toward Sado Island.

"I wonder if Sado is such a good place."

"Never fall in love with the mainlanders.

"For they'll end up leaving you sooner or later."

What a view!

No time for views. Damn road!

I'm scared.

Then, stay in the car!

He says he'll take us to Ogi Port. Shall we go?

Good!

Goodbye.

Bye! Thank you!

Have you seen a girl and a tough-looking guy?

They're on that boat.

Where are they?

On that boat! Hey!

Harumi!

Wait for me!

Ouch! Ouch!

Wait for us!

You all right?

Help! Someone help!

Let's have some cold beer.

Yes. I'm thirsty.

Thank you.

Never mind.

Here it is.

Let's drink to our jaunt.

Kampai!

Good!

What'll we do next?

What about you?

Maybe I'll grab the 5 o'clock ferry to the mainland.

Then go north to Aomori.

It's a good season for it.

I wish I could go, too.

Then go. Let's finish our beer and grab the ferry.

Actually, I...

What's up, Harumi?

Excuse me.

Can I have your autograph?

Thanks. Good luck.

I'm happy.

You knew?

That old woman told me last evening.

I couldn't even recognize a celebrity like you.

I'm stupid.

You pretended you didn't know?

Yeah. I thought it'd be better.

I see.

You're a good person.

She's upstairs.

What a relief! At last!

Harumi!

Sorry, Mr. Kitamura.

That's all right.

Do something! Speak!

Take the 5 o'clock ferry.

Then you'll be in time for tomorrow's show.

We've only five minutes!

Please.

Very well. I'm coming. You go first.

Please, Mr. Kitamura.

You go first and buy the tickets.

We'll wait downstairs.

Get me some orange juice.

No time for that!

I'm glad.

I'm relieved.

I had fun, Tora.

If we'd had a few more days,

we could have had more fun.

This trip with you, I'll never forget it.

Harumi, hurry! The ferry's leaving!

I don't want to go.

I don't want you to go, either.

But if you don't,

your fans will be disappointed.

Here, keep this.

No, please.

Something to remember me by.

Harumi...

What?

If you have a rough time,

and if I can be of help,

come to Toraya. It's near a temple in Shibamata.

Even if I'm not there, my uncle, aunt and sister will help you.

Thanks. I will.

I've seen her on TV.

She's a great singer.

She's gone at last.

Hey!

Why am I still here?

Why not go with her?

The check. How much?

450 yen for the beer.

Keep the change.

And 250 yen for the grub.

Harumi Kyo, good luck!

Hello. How are you?

Fine, thanks, Sakura.

Excuse me.

He's going out.

I'll go to the bank and the tax office.

Got a secretary?

Looking like a big shot.

Don't tease me.

What else to do?

Nothing.

Your wife wants you to buy some deep-fried tofu.

Deep-fried tofu? Okay.

See you later.

Yukari.

Hello.

Got used to the job?

A ching-dong group?

Who sent them?

A new sweets shop.

In that new building.

They're our rival.

They keep opening shops.

Couldn't I give this shop to someone and retire?

Pity Tora's so useless.

I'm sorry.

Sorry, but...

Can't I do the first part again?

She's excellent.

She's at her prime.

Enough?

Let me watch. I'm her fan.

Watch your TV.

His wife's watching another show.

"Ferry of Tears?" A great song.

Brother, what's the matter?

If it isn't Sakura...

Pull yourself together!

Everybody well?

We're well. You look half-dead.

Are you hungry?

Want to lie down and rest?

That's best.

Let's go.

Has a woman written or phoned me?

I don't think so. Right?

She couldn't have.

You all right?

He's sick. Poor guy!

Seems he has a fever.

Call a doctor.

A doctor won't help.

Why?

I've seen that look in his eyes many times. He's lovesick.

I see.

It's going to be hard on you.

Watch how he gets jilted again.

He's getting too familiar. Don't let him in anymore.

Tora, don't take it away.

Pay, if you want it.

Can't you hear? What a bum!

Boss, phone Toraya!

Toraya speaking.

The electrical shop?

Tora took the thing?

He didn't pay?

Hey, he may be a slob.

But he's not a thief.

What happened?

The electrical shop says Tora stole from them.

Let me speak to the boss.

Hello? The boss around? Put him on.

What a shame!

It's me. What did Tora do?

Can you prove it?

Tora!

High Priest...

What's that thing?

Thank you.

You have ear trouble?

I think it'll be sunny tomorrow.

Can't you hear?

You're right.

What are you listening to? Let me.

What are you doing?

You did it on purpose!

I can't hear.

I've known him since he was a kid.

He never improves. What a man!

He's back.

I listened well.

It's enough.

Thanks, Uncle.

I borrowed it from Mitsuo.

What's wrong with you?

You took it from the shop without paying.

You mean I'm a shoplifter?

What else? You're a disgrace!

I told them you'd never steal. But you did!

I paid them and apologized.

Did I swipe it?

Sorry. What's the tab?

Never mind. It's a gift from us.

Tell me what happened. Why are you so dazed?

Can you explain?

You always worry us.

Uncle, I'm sorry for this.

Never mind that. What happened?

Come in and talk.

I don't want others to hear.

Then, we'll close the door.

All right.

Then, I'll tell you.

"To Sado Island..."

- He surprised me. - What's that?

A song. The story begins with a song.

All right. Sing.

A port from where Sado Island, famed for its songs, was seen.

There, I saw a young woman standing alone.

Who?

A beauty.

- How young? - Very young.

Why interrupt me? You don't want to hear?

Sorry. We'll be quiet and listen.

Hopeless bunch!

No more songs?

There was a woman at the port. So?

At a glance I knew she had a dark past.

An unfortunate woman, or she wouldn't have been there.

There was a boat bound for Sado Island.

I decided to board it.

Then she spoke to me:

"Excuse me. If it's all right, may I join you?"

"Please do."

I helped her aboard.

She was so light.

If she'd been you, Aunty,

both of us would have fallen into the water.

Why must you refer to me?

She's right. You're rude.

Sorry.

You went to Sado with her?

Exactly.

You spent time with her?

She told me her story.

She'd lost her love and was depressed.

I knew how she felt.

I bet.

I consoled her.

But before long, came the time to part.

In a small cafe at Ogi,

she clasped my hand and said:

"Tora, thank you.

"I'll remember this all my life.

"Keep this to remember me by.

"Farewell."

She got aboard the ferry.

"Even the whistle sounded like sobs of loneliness."

The ferry sailed away.

So the story ended.

It makes me sad, too.

By the way, who and what is she?

Want to know?

Of course.

I wish I could say.

You'd be shocked to hear her name. I know that.

But I'll never tell you.

Why?

It'd annoy her.

So don't ask her name.

Let's call it a day.

Sakura, keep the ring.

You haven't eaten.

If I stayed longer,

I might end up blabbing her name.

So I won't eat. Good night.

Harumi...

Who can this amazing woman be?

He invented her?

Looks like a real jewel.

I doubt it.

A real one would be expensive.

What's playing?

Songs.

Songs, a ring and Sado Island...

Enough to write a story.

Stop it. Let's eat.

Sorry. We'll eat.

You never quit yapping. I'm busy.

Sorry.

Excuse me. Where can I find Toraya?

We're going there.

Seems he doesn't know.

Thanks anyway.

Gen. Hey, Gen!

Harumi came.

Take this to...

I want her autograph.

Gen, can't you hear?

I'm sorry. Forgive me.

Look, he's apologizing.

I'm glad you understand. I'll forget this.

I'm sorry.

What's Tora doing?

He's upstairs.

He still lovesick? I'm not being nosey, though.

A customer.

Welcome. What'll it be?

Is this Toraya?

Yes, it is.

My name is Harumi Kyo.

Is Tora in?

Harumi Kyo?

Isn't he in?

Yes, he's in.

Harumi, it's Sakura.

No. Sakura, Harumi's here.

You're Sakura, aren't you?

Tora told me.

He's The President.

Tora's uncle.

Do you know my brother?

Hello.

Then, you met him at Sado Island?

Yes. He was so kind to me.

I've seen her on TV.

She's Harumi Kyo.

Sorry.

Miss Harumi Kyo.

My gosh!

I'll call him right now. Aunty, make some tea.

Brother!

This is big!

Calm down. Hiroshi, Harumi's here.

Harumi who?

Who else? Harumi Kyo.

She said, "You're The President." Her voice!

Give me some water.

Why is he so excited?

I don't know.

Tora...

I'm glad. I was afraid you might not be here.

I didn't tell anyone I'd met you.

Thank you.

There she is!

That's Harumi!

What? You called? This isn't a show.

We'll handle this. Go inside.

Come this way.

Uncle, tidy up.

It's Harumi...

Brother!

What a mess!

Have her go upstairs. It's better.

They're all slobs.

I don't mind. Then...

Please.

Excuse us.

Don't let them in.

I know.

We want her autograph.

Enough!

What's up?

Harumi Kyo came to see your uncle.

Harumi Kyo?

Don't rush!

They're so noisy. Does this happen wherever you go?

Quiet, I told you!

Tora...

You called?

I'll do a recital in Tokyo.

I want you to come. That's why I'm here.

I see.

In July. All right?

Sure. I'm always free.

Good!

Tell Sakura and Hiroshi to come, too.

Thanks.

Harumi Kyo recital?

I'll sing Sado songs, too.

You sang them at the beach.

It was fun.

Did it help you feel better?

Yes. I caused people trouble. But I don't regret it.

So your broken heart is cured?

They're rude.

Sakura, isn't the tea ready?

About that story...

I met him.

Who?

My man.

I thought I'd break with him.

But we got to talking about things, like you and me on that trip.

We decided to start over.

We both agreed, him and me.

Look this way!

I didn't come to tell you this. But you're the first to know.

I won't tell anyone.

I know.

You can keep secrets.

Why so many sheets of paper?

They're gifts for the tax collectors.

Say hello to Harumi.

Hello.

Sakura's son.

She has such a big son?

Thank you very much.

You have parents...

An uncle...

A great-uncle and a great-aunt. How nice!

As for me, I have only one parent.

You're breaking the door.

I'll go downstairs.

You will?

Let's go.

Stop it, guys.

How noisy!

That's her!

I'm sorry for this.

That's all right. They're my fans.

Sing for us!

All right, I will.

Got a tape?

Sure. Get it, Shigeta.

What's up?

Hi, people of Shibamata.

I'm Harumi Kyo, Tora's friend.

It's nice to meet you.

Tora was kind to me. I'll sing to thank him.

This is a sweets shop. So, I'll sing...

"Camellias, Flowers of Sweet Love."

Please listen.

"Carrying letters that are three days late,

"Ships enter and leave the port of Habu.

"No matter how I love you, you're still too far from me.

"You went beyond the sea and have never returned..."

What happened to Tora?

Here he comes.

She's singing?

"Smoke is rising from Mt. Mihara.

"As it streams to the north, I cannot help but remember you.

"I know I must not fall in love with a city man.

"But my love is glowing like a fire.

"Camellias, flowers of sweet love...

"Camellias, flowers of sweet love are sobbing for me."

How come a big star came to see Uncle?

Well...

I guess she enjoyed talking with him.

I wonder what happened at Sado.

Brother and Harumi looked like...

A couple of lovers.

That means celebrities like her are actually lonely.

That may be so.

Good night.

Dad, Uncle's here.

What brings you?

Sorry to disturb you.

Come in.

No thanks. I'll hit the road soon.

Why so sudden?

I loafed too long. I've got to work.

The tickets for Harumi's recital.

I'll be busiest at the end of July.

I can't make it. You go instead.

But she wants you to come.

Can't help it.

Why not stay here tonight?

Thanks. Maybe next time.

When you go to her recital,

send her some flowers. Any number of them.

Maybe in my name.

Tell her that...

No matter how far away I am,

I always wish her every happiness. Say that.

Mitsuo, study hard.

Brother...

Hiroshi...

What?

Have you paid up for your house?

No.

We're still in debt.

I see.

I wish I could help you.

I'm sorry that you have a brother like me.

Bye.

Brother...

Have you any money?

Don't worry about that.

Better go home.

This will only make you fatter.

Who cares?

Thanks.

Where's Sakura?

She went to Harumi Kyo's recital with Hiroshi.

That's nice, isn't it?

I hear Harumi Kyo came here.

That sure was something. She even sang for us.

Really?

Pity it was for free.

I knew you'd think that.

Please remember me to them.

It's hard on you, isn't it?

Lend me some money at low interest.

Tell your boss.

Boss, Yoshida wants you to call him.

I'm busy when Hiroshi's out.

Thank you for the flowers.

It's been 15 years since my debut.

I've concentrated on singing.

Music is my happiness.

I think that, without singing, I'd be nothing.

But... sometimes...

When I'm alone...

I wonder if I've been doing the right thing with my life.

Last May...

Feeling that way, I set out on a trip.

And on Sado Island I met a man.

He didn't ask me a thing.

His eyes were small but gentle.

He just watched me kindly.

He said funny things to make me smile.

His name is...

Tora.

I wanted him to come today.

He sent me flowers instead.

I wonder where he is...

That Tora.

"Parting gives me greater sadness than death.

"I realize it only now, crying.

"A lonely woman, I'm leaving Tokyo.

"Transferring from train to ship...

"Traveling north, crossing the channel at night.

"It keeps snowing."

Shikotsu-Toya National Park - Hokkaido

If it isn't Tora!

You still alive!

You still have a square face, huh?

Sorry to disturb you.

That's okay.

I remember. I wanted to tell you something.

Good news?

In a small cafe at midnight,

I heard something rattling.

Sounds interesting.

I wondered what it was and looked.

I saw an old rat staring at me.

I tried to growl at it, but I was surprised.

Why was that?

It looked exactly like him.

I almost said hello. I felt like giving it sake.

It looked happy.

You bum!

Teasing me!

You're too serious.

However I may look, I'm still a boss.

You can't fool me!

Want to fight?

The End