Original subtitles

During the Kamakura Era, government guardians...

were dispatched throughout the nation to act as governors.

They eventually grew roots in the land,

gained power, and ruled the domains.

This was the start of the guardian lords.

During the period of warring states,

public order was lost and disorder spread throughout Japan,

so even a governor's existence was no longer stable.

Lords like Saito Dosan emerged,

who rose from the lowly status of an oil merchant.

The positions of acting governors...

were created to better control the land.

Owari's governor-by-name once ruled over...

Echizen, Totomi, and Owari.

But, none of this glorious past was evident now,

and they lived in acting Governor Oda Nobutomo's...

Kiyosu temple as freeloaders.

Authority and title were washed away by the waves of time.

Nobunaga

Episode 5: "Viper Dosan"

Original Story & Screenplay: Tamukai Seiken

Music: Mori Kurodo

Original Subtitles TV Network Japan

Transcribed and Edited Subtitles Kame Fansubs

CAST

Oda Nobunaga OGATA NAOTO

Kicho KIKUCHI MOMOKO

Ikeda Tsuneoki MATOBA KOJI

Inaba Yoshimichi SHINODA SABURO

Jikai INAGAWA JUNJI

Sakai Daizen SUZUKI MIZUHO

Louis Froez FRANK NEIL

Saito Dosan ASHIDA SHINSUKE

Kano Zuiten HIRA MIKIJIRO

Producer: Yagi Masaji

Director: Shigemitsu Yukihiko

Nobunaga enjoyed hunting with hawks.

The principle is like going to battle.

Yes.

You need to determine the best time to attack.

Yes.

It cannot be too fast or too slow.

I think we found one.

The bird is aware of the horse.

But, it cannot tell if it is an enemy or ally.

If it is a threat, it would fly off,

but if not, it would loiter around and eat some feed.

Then, it has its focus on the horse,

unaware of the real threat coming up behind it.

May you have a good hunt!

Watch me.

I'm ready.

How about this hawk?

Okay, I'm going.

Now!

Carelessness is prohibited!

Inabayama Castle Mino Province

You can run like the wind.

Give it water.

I thought the pain in my legs and back would disappear...

with the coming of spring.

But, the cold has not subsided at all.

If only people could hibernate like bears.

Or, should I say like a viper, Hotta?

Never!

I hear you drink viper sake every night.

Who is making that up? I can vow I have not.

Nothing is wrong with that.

Viper sake provides you with sex drive.

Sir Mori Yoshinari has returned!

I am reporting back.

Good work.

How were things in Nagoya?

Much calmer than I had expected.

Your son-in-law's reputation is still bad,

and even after his retainer's death,

he continues with his sumo, hunting, and female dancing.

How is Kiyosu Castle?

The main gates are closed day and night.

However, there is a kind of unrest in Owari.

Everyone is watching every day for the right moment.

Lord...

Now is the time to attack Owari.

If we collaborate with the Imagawa and attack,

there should be no doubt of our victory.

The Imagawa can have the lower four domains,

and we can have the upper four.

But, our sister's life would be in danger.

We will rescue her before the attack by saying...

we are taking her on a flower-viewing excursion or to the temple.

Sir Yoshitatsu, we cannot get prepared before the flowers bloom.

Besides, we need 6 months to a year to prepare...

for a joint battle with the Imagawa.

Speed is of the essence in this case.

Being overly careful will not get results.

I sense a peculiarity in Nobunaga.

He lost his father, became the head of the Oda,

and faced the death of his retainer without any apparent effect on him.

Either he is stupid or odd... I cannot understand it.

But, he never loses in battle.

To top it off, he dances and drums well.

He frightens me for some reason.

But, people refer to that as a fool.

Besides, he has only won internal battles.

With an outside clan, he would be beheaded without a chance to escape.

Battles are won by finding weaknesses.

Lord. Let's invade Owari.

I'm really not in the mood, but I will meet with him.

If he is a fool as people claim,

I may be able to get a few laughs out of it.

A messenger!

I'm so happy.

It's been five years since I've seen my father.

Dosan wants to meet with me.

I will accompany you.

That is not allowed.

Why not?

I could see it if your father was coming to this castle,

but, we are meeting outside.

Who knows what might happen.

Then, I will ask him to come here.

Do you think he would visit you at this castle?

If I asked him, he would.

I highly doubt that.

Then, allow me to go home before you meet.

I have not crossed the Nagara River...

in the five years since I came to marry you.

My older sister, Ryu, is the same.

Don't act spoiled.

Am I still considered a hostage?

Will you keep me locked up here until I die?!

Watch what you say!

I am going back home, just once.

Even if you will not allow me to, I will!

You cannot leave without my permission!

I will leave even if you behead me!

You fool!

Who is the fool?! Say it again!

I will meet with Dosan to surmise his intentions.

You can go to see him after that.

Be patient until then.

If you are lying to me, I will set fire to this castle.

All right.

This is very sudden.

Why did he choose this time?

There is no special reason to meet.

Maybe he just thought about it.

It may be a trap.

Yes, it could be.

Shall I turn him down?

No, I'll meet with him.

But, Dosan is known for his cleverness.

But if I refuse him, I may never meet the notorious Viper Dosan.

Now, that is a loss.

Vipers suddenly attack.

Then it is sudden death.

It might be fun to be exposed to his venom.

Arrogance leads to injury; carelessness to death.

Zuiten.

Let me know a good date.

I will study the stars tonight.

Forgive me for my tardiness.

I have some food ready for you.

I am honored.

Let me pour you a drink.

Allow me to pour you one first.

I don't drink.

I decided never to drink sake as it doesn't mix with me.

Some experience pleasure from sake; I see Hell.

Don't worry about me. Just drink freely.

Then, I will gladly accept.

What would be a good day?

The 21st or 25th of this month.

21th or 25th? The sooner the better.

Let's take the 21st.

By the way, Zuiten...

You served the Oda for two generations...

and have been known to bring fortune to the family.

What can you do for me?

Tell me.

I cannot do anything.

Have you lost your power?

I never had it.

Then how do you bring fortune to us?

It is your soul that brings you fortune.

The stronger it is, the more fortuitous.

Then, what is your role?

To show you how to have a strong soul.

How do you do that?

The soul rests between heaven and earth.

We are soul beings, thus we need true allies for support...

and to get hold of the benefits of heaven and to ward off evil.

The enemy must be rebuked,

then we take possession of the power of their spirit.

Are you telling me to kill?

Enemies are evil, but take their lives,

and the soul that remains is good.

Allies are positive,

but those with other agenda are negative when they become enemies.

Your mother has a positive effect,

but women and children are negative.

Are you a positive effect on me or not?

Trust me. My soul is always at your disposal.

Look at this sake cup.

Concentrate on it and make it move.

I will assist you.

It cannot move.

Nobunaga and Saito Dosan met in late April...

at Shotokuji Temple in Tomita, Owari.

This temple was chosen because both provinces...

recognized the Hongwanji Ikko sect's independence.

The town was built around the temple,

and was even encircled by a moat.

Thus, it was neutral ground for both of them.

My son-in-law is late.

Have you had word of his arrival yet?

Nothing yet.

He is a fool and unreliable.

Please be patient for a while longer.

I don't mind at all.

I am reminded of my youth sitting here.

The smell of straw, the dirt walls...

and the bird waste. To think I miss this...

He will be passing by shortly.

Where is Lord Oda in the procession?

Behind the spearmen and on the first horse.

He is behind the spearmen.

My lord. Shall we go to Shotokuji Temple now?

That is right... rumors surpass him.

Someone!

Check to see if Lord Oda is ready.

And also...

He is an hour late. Tell him to hurry.

Sir Hotta...

He will be here shortly. The lord must be angry.

No, he has not said anything.

But, how impudent that a son-in-law...

lets his father-in-law wait an hour!

I will investigate this.

Just wait a while longer.

He will take us lightly.

We apologize for our tardiness.

My lord...

Please sit there.

I will wait for Lord Mino here.

Go and call our lord.

Forgive me for my late introduction.

I am Saito's retainer, Hotta Dokyo.

I am Saito Dosan.

I am Oda Kazusa-no-suke Nobunaga.

Thank you for coming.

May I extend my condolence on the recent death of your father?

This is a nice day.

How about a drink?

I do not drink sake.

I do not like it.

In the blood?

No, my late father was a heavy drinker.

I fought with him twice, but he was a strong man.

Is my sister Ryu doing all right?

Oh, very well. How is Kicho?

Fine.

You don't have any children yet?

You can return her to me if you wish.

I'm sure you need a heir to succeed you.

Lord Nobunaga, you don't need to put your guard up.

I have no hidden agenda on this.

I just worry about my daughter's future.

Send the men away.

How are things in Owari?

Nothing major is going on.

I hear there is a dispute between you and Kiyosu.

Yes, a minor one.

I can assist you.

Did Kicho say something?

No, it is just my suggestion.

While I appreciate your support,

this is an internal dispute.

Thus, I must settle it on my own.

That is a fine attitude.

I am more concerned about the Imagawa...

invading Kyoto at any time.

We are in his way to Kyoto,

and will be subject to his invasion.

I must be prepared to die.

You just have to submit to the stronger.

Pretend as though you are dead.

I cannot do that.

Why not?

Looking at the Mikawa situation,

it would mean lowering ourselves to the level of dogs.

But a living dog can see tomorrow.

But a dog cannot live like a man.

You think so?

Lord Dosan, can you lower yourself to a dog?

I can... I was born a viper.

And I was born a fool.

Then we are in the same boat.

I am envious of your youth.

I will assist you if the Imagawa attack you.

I will be counting on it.

Stay alive to see the world.

That man has no courtesy, laughing aloud like that.

He indeed lives up to his reputation.

Are your eyes blind?

Unlike his appearance,

he is bright and knows strategic tactics well.

He is no ordinary man.

Judging from the formation of his departing troops,

he is definitely resourceful in battles.

My sons stand no chance against him.

Rather than us invading Owari,

Nobunaga may invade us some day.

If I was younger,

I would collaborate with him and aspire to conquer the capital.

My head feels cold.

Like the wind passing through...

We all meet someone significant in our lives.

For Nobunaga, it was Saito Dosan.

For Priest Torres, it was this man.

Hello.

Are you Portuguese?

No, I am Spanish.

I am Luis de Almeida.

I am Cosme de Torres. Nice to meet you.

I am Joao Fernandez. Thank you for coming.

Are you on your travels?

No, I'm to become part of the Jesuit Society.

What a feast this is.

This is delicious. Praise the lord.

It has been five years since I left my home.

I have not had anything so delicious since.

Please, have some.

Are you Japanese?

Yes.

I am Luis de Almeida.

My name is Jikai.

Jikai?

Yes.

Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you, too.

This person, Luis de Almeida, first came as a trader to Hirado,

but he received a revelation from God one day...

and decided to become a Jesuit.

Western medicine will be introduced by him in later days.

That summer, Lady Kicho was allowed to visit her father.

Why we all miss home...

I myself could never forget home all my life.

Help me!

Help me! They will kill me!

Please! I am of the Shiba family!

Let me meet with Nobunaga!

I beg you!

Pardon me!

What happened?

Governor Shiba Yoshimune of Kiyosu was killed.

Commit suicide!

Commit suicide! The age of governors is over.

Commit suicide!

Commit suicide!

Hurry!

Kill him with your own hands!

So, until next time...

To be continued.

To be continued.