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This sketch is titled, "Moving."

Ding dong. It's the movers!

Yes.

-Come in. -Pardon me.

Cardboard box…

You're not packed at all!

I'm sorry. No matter how much I pack, my wife keeps unpacking.

Why?

Because I don't want to move.

There's no way I'm moving to that middle-of-nowhere home.

There's no use saying that. We don't have a choice.

Just renew our contract here.

What shall we do, sir?

Shall I pack your wife for you first?

What? What did you just say?

I think she's getting in the way of the move.

She is, isn't she? I think she is. The fact of the matter is that she is.

So I figured it'd be best to pack her up first.

What the hell are you saying?

Go ahead, if you dare.

I may not look it, but I'm actually a black belt in Judo.

Sir, don't do it. You won't beat her.

I've competed in the Inter-High School Championships for wrestling.

Is that so?

-Ya! -How?

She was an Olympic candidate at one point.

Seriously?

Oh, well.

Perhaps I shouldn't have married you.

Then why did you say yes when I proposed?

The devil made me do it.

-Let's stop there for a second. -Oh, sorry! Oh, right.

What's my line?

-Ah, sorry! -"That's all it…"

After, "The devil made me do it," you say, "That's all it took?"

Oh, right! That's all it took?

You're rarely nervous like this.

We've still got time.

Why don't we take a five-minute break and then take it from the top again.

Haruto, your brother is here.

What?

-It's been a long time! -It's been a long time!

What?

Don't you have a business trip?

I had a bit of spare time before I went, so I brought some refreshments.

You guys can share it.

Oh. I wonder what drink you brought us.

-Is this that Miraculous Water? -Unfortunately, it's just regular water.

You two were instantly suspicious, weren't you?

Yes.

Once you wrap up, let's go to dinner sometime.

I'll be getting my first paycheck soon.

-Thank you so much. -Thank you so much.

What? You two are going to tag along too?

All right. Leave it all on the stage, okay?

Thanks. I know you're busy.

-See you. -Thanks.

What was Macbeth all about for me?

My life undoubtedly changed

after becoming a Macbeth fan.

They were the ones who helped me face my fears head-on

by laughing through the pain with me.

I never thought…

there'd come a day

when I'd have to refrain from trying.

Before this, I never would've

chosen the route that required less effort.

-I take full responsibility! -And I will be reporting that…

The more time I spent with Macbeth,

the more I felt my life moving in a positive direction.

That's when I realized

you could experience a delayed reward for past efforts.

It was the first time I was able to affirm

the efforts I made when I was younger.

MACBETH LIVE SHOW: TIME TO DEPART VOL.15

Thanks to Macbeth's connections,

I even obtained an opportunity to be employed again.

-Cheers! -Cheers!

Thank you so much.

I think we're there.

I wonder if meeting Macbeth

and the effects they've had on my life

were nothing more than a coincidence…

Or were they an inevitability?

Ten minutes until showtime.

-All right. -All right.

Anyone want to go to the bathroom?

-Dad, hurry up! -I know. Oh, tickets.

Has it already started?

-The show's about to begin. -Oh, we made it. Good.

-That was close. -We made it.

Go ahead.

This sketch is titled, "Water Trouble."

Yukai's Ramen Shop.

This has to be the place.

Hey, welcome!

-Please have a seat. -I just received a call from here.

I'm Ikeyama, from Water Trouble Triple Seven.

Oh, the contractor. Thank you for coming.

Let's cut to the chase…

One year ago in April,

Macbeth randomly showed up

at the brand new restaurant I just started working at.

-Welcome! For how many-- -How many does it look like?

Excuse me?

Then they started showing up every week

after they went over their jokes.

-Buzz! -Like this, right?

Are you committing suicide?

-Don't be so rash. -This is none of your business!

-It is my business. -What? Do you know him?

-That's not what I meant. -Could you shut up over there?

Sometimes they spoke angrily and fought,

sometimes they held their stomachs in laughter,

and other times they seriously practiced their jokes.

They had piqued my interest.

-It's Miraculous Water. -What?

The cosine power of Windy Koga was put into that…

Miraculous Water.

Brother, what are you doing? Snap out of it.

One sip and the Earth will…

Before I knew it, Macbeth's presence

had become my motivation to live.

Why are you taking the picture from there? What kind of angle is that?

You're just imagining things.

Obviously, captain of the Macbeth club.

Oh, that's not bad then.

Hey, you, abandoned cat.

Shut up. You're probably an abandoned cat too.

I've never been abandoned.

I've been a stray cat ever since I was born.

-There's ten minutes left-- -We'll extend it.

We will not extend it!

We haven't finished talking.

When are you finally going to break up with your wife?

Bubble…

Who are you?

I'm the nymph of this pond.

What a wonderful woman!

Did you drop this golden ax…

It was just like a blanket I randomly started using one day,

that had become a part of my everyday life,

to the point that I couldn't be without it.

I brought…

a Japanese dictionary.

-What? Why? -That's right.

-That's right. Family… -That scared me.

…rescue!

Yes. Providing meals that make families happy.

I want to marry your daughter.

And he goes straight for it!

With zero regard for his opponent's position…

The question about whether or not

my meeting Macbeth was coincidental or inevitable

is a question that may never be answered.

But there's one thing I can say for sure.

Do you think moving was the right decision?

We'll just have to live in a way

that when we look back on the decision,

we can say it was the right one.

-You're right. -No pushback?

-This is the last box, correct? -Yes.

It's precious glassware that we received as a wedding gift.

Leave it to me!

See you in your new place shortly.

We are Makabe's Moving Center, working flexibly, with fury, and energy.

I don't want to die!

Clearly, our decision to hire this moving company was wrong.

Seems like we've got a lively future in store for us.

I feel very lucky to have met Macbeth

and I'm happy I was able to choose

to be their fan.

Really and truly.

What was Macbeth all about for me?

It wasn't like I loved sketches

or like it was my childhood dream.

It wasn't anything like that.

Haruto!

Let's perform at the school festival.

Let's do a sketch. A sketch!

I was dumped by my girlfriend!

All it took was getting on stage once for me to become enthralled.

You two have a knack for it.

I got Junpei then Shunta involved…

I'm serious. Want to join Macbeth?

Are you sure?

…and before I knew it, ten years had passed.

Hey.

When you're ready, come by the seating to meet the parties concerned.

All right.

Most of the audience members who came to your first show are here again.

That's right.

I thought I saw some familiar faces.

Perhaps that means

everything you've done up until this point wasn't wrong.

Well, having said that, we're talking about five or six people.

It's something to be thankful for.

If what we've done up until this point wasn't wrong,

what did these past ten years mean?

-…your favorite… -…either this or the orange.

-…makes you want to… -…it's all me!

Good job.

Oh, thank you so much for the food the other day.

It was delicious.

I'm just going to take Taichi home and then I'll be right back.

Oh, you're not coming to the afterparty?

Hey, at least say, "Good job," or something.

Did you go to the dentist?

I did, but I didn't have a cavity.

What? Then what was causing the pain?

Should we really be talking about that now?

There was one funny scene.

There was only one?

I couldn't stop laughing.

I could hear your voice from on stage.

-Seriously? -Yes.

How does one become a comedian?

Don't tell me you found another career path you're interested in.

It piqued my interest.

I wouldn't recommend it.

Once we finish moving, come by at least once, okay?

Of course! Please!

Let's play when you come by.

Ms. Onda, did you pass the exam to become a professional?

-I didn't. The written portion got me. -Oh, really?

Good job, Junpei!

Oh, you lot! Finally showing face at the last one!

-It was very juicy! -It was very juicy!

-You're making fun of me, aren't you? -No! We're not.

SURVEY COLLECTION BOX

Has your sister already gone home?

She and Natsumi have gone ahead to prepare for the afterparty.

Oh, is that so?

Can you give this to her then?

What? Are you sure?

She gets unnaturally happy when she's given paper.

Thank you very much.

It's called Ibis.

Take a left then at the end of the road, take a right.

-You'll know once you're on the way. -Okay.

You can put back Shunta's bottle.

-No, don't do that. -Are you sure? We'll see you there then!

-Are you sure I can have this? -It's all yours.

This time, I made sure to bring it without a single fold or scratch.

Thank you, Tsumugi. I'll never forget that you did this for me.

Oh, hey!

-That's Mr. Makabe, with the glasses. -What?

The teacher that the very name Macbeth is based upon?

Right. Do you want a picture with him?

Yes, if that's possible.

-Go collect the empty plates and dishes. -Okay.

Oh. It's rather busy today.

Good evening.

It's been such a long time.

-Who is that? -The boss's sisters.

Sixty-year-old twins and they're both single.

-Those are the rumored… -Oh, sorry!

-Tonight we're closed for a private party. -Oh, is that so?

-Sorry! -Oh, not at all.

Boss, we'd welcome these two ladies to join us.

We're not expecting anyone else, so please, help yourself.

I'll get you some chairs.

Go sit in the corner!

Sorry.

Stop attracting attention.

Good evening. I haven't seen you two for a long time.

Oh, I'm sure you don't remember me.

About a month ago,

I waited on you two at Make Shiraz.

Oh, the flowers!

That's right!

Thank you for your help that day.

Not at all. Thank you.

I've been wanting to thank you two.

My, we haven't done anything to deserve thanks, have we?

Thanks to you two asking me the name of the flowers that day,

I was able to view my past in a positive light.

Oh, boss. I'll do it.

No bother. Go back with the others.

I insist.

I think today will be my last chance.

Oh, right.

I guess you're leaving.

Yes. I'll definitely write you a letter.

Idiot!

Even I know how to send an e-mail.

Okay. Then I'll send you an e-mail.

All right.

Once you get back,

you come say hi, you hear?

I will. I promise.

Take care of yourself.

Yes. You too.

Are you going to take it easy for a while?

I don't have time for that. I've got the liquor store to tend to.

I'll have to prepare to move.

Oh, yes. Do you two remember the advice I gave you a while back?

What was it?

Remember when I told you about

living with my Rakugo classmates in university?

Oh, right!

You got into a huge fight about who would take what.

Have you guys had that talk yet?

We're going to be okay.

We've solved every important decision with rock, paper, scissors.

Oh, is that so?

-Now that I think of it… -Yes?

…it's been so long since you saw us perform live, right?

That's right.

The first time since Shunta joined.

-Oh, right. -More than five years ago then.

-Wow. -Did the ten years fly by?

I don't know.

Young people are quick to get drunk and quick to pass out.

Sorry we got here so late.

Don't worry. You guys are the main characters today.

Thanks.

Do you have any finger food?

Only some dry snacks.

Oh, but, actually, don't eat too much, okay?

Why?

Because there's somewhere I want the three of us to go.

-There he goes again. -Where?

Quiz time!

What food do I like to eat after we finish our live shows?

-What? -Where?

A curry spot!

A hamburger spot?

Abura Soba?

Triangle!

I got it. Ramen!

Ding, ding, ding! You're number one in the world!

-You got it! -Sorry.

-What the heck? -You're so disturbed.

Is there even a ramen spot open at this time?

There's just one in the neighborhood.

-What? -Yes, and it's unexpectedly good.

What kind of ramen?

Kitakata and pork.

-They have both? -Yes, they have both.

Then there's no way it's going to be good.

Oh, that was delicious.

Can I have some broth?

Hey! Idiot! Don't dip your pork spoon in my ramen.

That's so good!

Maybe I should've ordered the kitakata.

Oh, right.

Once you go overseas, you won't be able to eat ramen anymore.

That's what I'm worried about.

Ramen restaurants are opening up in a lot of countries though.

Yes, but

I'm going to try to hold off on ramen until I get back.

Why?

Think about how good the ramen will taste

after not having it for an entire year.

When my dad was discharged from the hospital after three months,

he cried when he ate a beef bowl.

-What? -No…

I don't think it was the taste that made him cry.

-No. -No, he was probably…

reflecting, like, "I'm so thankful to be alive and to be able to eat good food."

No, he's not that type of person. That was literally because of the taste.

-The taste? -The taste.

Man, isn't it rare that we're eating ramen at a time when we feel so fulfilled?

Yes. That's true.

We usually eat ramen to cheer ourselves up

when we felt like failures after an audition or a show.

-Yes. -What?

You feel satisfied about today's show?

I do.

It was our last one.

When you know it's going to end,

shows are pretty fun.

Man…

I can't believe it's all coming to an end.

Hey, when is Macbeth considered "disbanded"?

What do you mean?

What officially marks the breakup of a group?

For example,

is it the moment our last sketch is finished?

Or is it the afterparty?

Or is it when we get home?

-You know? -Well, in true Macbeth fashion,

I think the moment we finish eating ramen

-is the moment we're officially disbanded. -That's true.

When our group was formed, and when it ended,

and during all our monumental moments, we were eating ramen together.

That was unexpectedly good.

-Why? -What?

-Why? -What?

You built it up that much, and that's what you say? Why?

I was expecting so much more.

What should I have done then?

I mean, you know how it went

after we ate the ramen in Hakata.

Yes.

After you finish eating ramen, you're supposed to discuss important matters.

-Yes. -Important matters, like what?

You're supposed to come up with that.

-I don't have anything. -What?

I can mimic how Junpei reacted that day though.

-Do it. -No!

-No need. -Oh, he's trembling so much.

"Whenever you have something important to say, you always do it after we eat ramen."

Stop it. It's offensive. Stop.

-What is he doing? What is he doing? -I didn't do that!

"That's the real punchline."

I didn't do that!

"How dare you reenact what you foreshadowed ten years ago."

"Doesn't it feel like this car's alive?"

"Maybe I'm just being weird."

Guys, I can't throw this away.

Tsumugi's going to be mad if you bring something like that home.

If she gets upset, I can just throw it out there.

By the way,

I can take the fridge, right?

What? No. I want it too.

Hey, liquor store owner, I'm pretty sure you have a fridge there.

-I want one in my room. -You don't need that!

-It's summer! -I want it too.

-What? -What? Aren't you going on an adventure?

-Yes. -Tsumugi doesn't have a fridge yet.

She told me to bring it home.

Don't use Tsumugi when it's convenient.

-What? But… -Yes, that's not fair.

-It's not unfair. -It is.

It isn't.

Let's do it!

-Bring it on! -Aye!

Let's do this!

Chinese mitten crab! Pu'er tea! Kakkonto!

Chinese mitten crab! Pu'er tea! Kakkonto!

Transform! Squadron! Rock, paper, scissors!

Rock, paper, scissors god, descend!

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Rock, paper, scissors!

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Rock, paper, scissors!

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Rock, paper, scissors!

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Why?

Why?

That's so creepy!

Wait. Have we ever tied like that so many times in a row?

We haven't.

That was a miracle.

-I can't believe that happened. -That's so creepy.

That's crazy!

If only we could keep tying, this time we have together

would never have to come to an end.

I'm going to win!

-Time for the ultimate weapon! -Life, fate, and onto Europe!

Time to deliver the final blow! The right-handed cannon!

Greece! Olympus! Europe! Poseidon! Europe!

Rock, paper, scissors god, descend!

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Whoa!

Undoubtedly, there was a sense of fear,

that when this game of rock, paper, scissors came to an end,

we'd never have such foolish times again.

-Rock, paper, scissors! -Rock, paper, scissors!

Fuck, I lost.

I thought I'd win.

What's wrong, Haruto?

-Hurry up and do it. -Shut up.

Come on,

do your usual victory chant. Come on.

I'm going to do it for you.

Shut up. I'm going to do it.

Come on, hurry up! Do your usual lame thing!

Shut up!

This is the judgment of the almighty…

Louder!

Let's do this! This is the…

What is going on?

This is the judgment of the almighty…

the perfect judge!

What the hell?

What the hell is "perfect judge"?

That's so stupid.

Stupid…

And the fridge

is yours!

Shunta and Junpei moved out on that same day.

I started looking for a new apartment, for me and the fridge I won.

There are two public baths nearby and a laundromat next door.

And how exactly are you going to afford living on your own?

I'm going to look for a job.

What kind of job?

I don't know yet.

Why don't you come home once and then start looking?

If you work part-time to pay your rent,

you won't have time to job-hunt.

Don't you know anyone through work

who might hire him?

Don't make it sound so simple.

To others, the past ten years of Macbeth may appear as a failure.

Pardon me.

Hey! What are you doing here?

I told you to call me when you got to the station.

I wanted to check out the town.

-Oh, so you walked? -Yes, I walked.

Welcome.

Oh, nice to meet you.

Good evening. My name is Natsumi Kishikura.

Mom, this is my girlfriend.

Oh, my!

-This gorgeous woman? -Oh, not at all!

-Are you sure you want Junpei? -Hey!

Go get Dad already.

While we may not have experienced success as a trio,

over the last ten years,

Junpei and Natsumi built a strong relationship together.

-You're not forgetting anything? -No!

As long as I have my passport and courage, I should be fine, right?

Time to dig in! This looks delicious.

Thank you.

-I'll wonder if you're alive or not. -Yes?

So contact me sometimes, okay?

Okay. I'll send a carrier pigeon as soon as I find treasure.

Something bad's going to happen if you have a flippant attitude like that.

Eating something this delicious

makes me not want to leave.

You have to come back, okay?

Yes. I promise you I will.

I'm holding you to that.

Shunta, who grew up with a sense of loneliness in his heart,

found a loving girlfriend who was just right for him.

So what was Macbeth all about for me?

Welcome.

What? Good evening!

Oh, good evening.

How many does it look like?

For one then?

Yes, that's right.

Welcome.

Why were you so surprised when I came in?

Today's actually my last day here.

Oh, is that so?

Thanks for all your hard work while you were here.

Did you think I came because it was your last day?

No, it's not that.

I just wasn't expecting to get to see you on my last day.

So your new job will be starting soon?

Yes.

Starting next week

I'll be going into the office.

-Oh, is that so? -Yes.

I hope it's a nice place.

Yes.

Next week,

I'll probably be moving out.

Is that so?

Will your order be for a coffee?

Could I please have a melon soda?

Are you sure?

I might as well.

I didn't get to order it the first time I tried.

Understood. I'll get that for you right away.

Boss.

Thank you for everything.

Thank you too.

Thank you for your support since the first day we opened.

Once work settles down, I'll come by to say hi.

Please do. Let's grab drinks again too.

Yes, please! I can't wait to hear more about Carlos.

There's still so much left to tell.

I'll be looking forward to it.

-Good evening! -You scared me!

What are you doing? Are you drunk again?

I was waiting.

This is still my first drink.

I'm not nearly drunk enough to start singing Heidi.

What?

What were you waiting for?

I was wondering if the nymph from

"Golden Ax, Silver Ax"

would bubble up soon.

Megami Ikeno, right?

Is that really your first drink?

Sorry, it's my third.

Why did you lie about two of them?

But I'm not drunk at all.

How many do you have?

What? Here. Do you want one?

Take it.

Okay then. I'll take you up on that. Thanks.

Actually,

I was waiting for you.

You mentioned you'll be moving soon

so I won't see you as much anymore.

I didn't get a chance to talk to you at the afterparty,

but I still have thoughts about Macbeth

that I haven't been able to share with you.

I did look over the surveys.

You wrote much more than anyone else.

Thank you very much.

But I still don't feel like I've conveyed everything.

You really think so?

Both the pen pressure and the number of words seemed quite sufficient.

Would you mind hearing me out?

I did give you a beer after all.

You're right.

Okay.

I'll be…

representing all three of us.

First of all,

good job on the hard work you've put in…

over the past ten years.

Thank you very much.

I've only been a fan

for a little over a year now.

But I'm so happy

to have encountered Macbeth.

The pleasure is ours.

Even though Macbeth has disbanded,

I won't stop being a fan.

I promise you

that I'll still be a fan

from here on out as well.

I'm really thankful for that,

but there are plenty of other, funnier comedians out there.

So I'd recommend you look for another group.

No matter…

what kind of comedy group emerges…

to me…

the three of you…

are special.

I've seen you three work hard…

I've seen you confused

and I've seen you struggle.

I can't unsee that.

When I was personally going through a hard time,

I felt supported by you three.

Even though Macbeth has disbanded…

the sketches you created…

with your heart and soul…

won't disappear from this world.

Not only will they remain in video,

they'll also remain…

firmly…

in the memories

of your fans.

Going forward…

I'm sure I will continue to be saved

by the sketches you wrote

by the sketches you created.

I may spend more time crying while I watch them,

instead of laughing.

But, still…

I promise.

I promise to continue being your fan.

I'm so happy…

I found Macbeth.

I'm sorry. This is so one-sided.

I just really wanted to convey

these thoughts to you.

Thank you very much.

Not at all.

Getting to meet

a fan like you before we disbanded…

might've been the most fortunate thing that happened.

Oh, no…

Back in the early days…

I always thought I wanted to perform

in front of a crowded audience.

But the person who made me realize that it wasn't about that…

is you, Teacher Rihoko.

Obviously,

I would've been happy to have 100 people see our show.

But

having one person see our show 100 times

makes me just as happy.

It might even be something to be more grateful for.

Knowing

that there's at least one person out there

who is really watching…

is enough motivation

for people like us.

It makes

all of the effort we put in

feel worth it.

So I'm really thankful.

Thank you for finding Macbeth.

Thank you so much…

for sticking by people like us.

No, thank you.

Once Shunta gets back,

let's all go for dinner again.

Yes, please.

I wonder what I'll be doing by then.

That's something to look forward to.

It's been a year and a half since that water bottle turned into melon soda.

The murky pond was transparent once again.

-It's pretty spacious. -Yes.

It's an old building, but that also means the rent is cheaper.

Is it true that another comedy group used to live here?

Is it a lucky apartment?

They weren't successful, but they were loved.

THREE MONTHS LATER

The weather's great!

What? You can speak Japanese?

Just a little bit.

You're halfway through.

Keep it up!

-Can't you do this for me? -No.

You need to put your heart into it. Here you are.

I'm going to get married.

Really? Congratulations!

She's marrying into a wealthy family.

Oh, is that so? Congrats.

What about you, Natsumi?

Maybe in two or three years' time for us.

That concludes the update on the latest market information.

-Thank you. -Sure.

-I'll leave the rest to you guys. -Yes.

Are you serious? Yes?

Good luck. Okay?

See you.

What's making you laugh so loudly?

Haruto found a job.

And what's so funny about that?

Let me be.

Why…

Life is a sketch.

I don't mean to say something so cheesy.

But if you're able to look back on your life,

and it looks like a silly sketch…

HAMANAMI RAMEN SHOP.

…I don't think that's such a bad life.

Life's punchline.

-Welcome! -Hello.

I just received a call from here.

I'm Takaiwa from Water Trouble Go Go Go.

Subtitle translation by: Rachel Hillcoat