Original subtitles

They'll be giving speeches.

First, we'll hear from Kaneko Toshiko.

Please step up.

Well, this is to say that, the explanations from Aum are over now.

So there seems to be said that Asahara instructed...

Whether it is true or...

79th June 1996, Tokyo Kameido Headquarters

19th June 1996, Tokyo Kameido Headquarters

It is written in the Bible that each will go

before Christ to be judged

for the good or evil our bodies have done

and to receive our due.

They've arrived.

Please step back.

First, let's address the transfer of leadership.

Who'll lead the order now?

His Excellency Akiteru Rinpochi and His Excellency Ryokko Rinpochi.

Who're they?

The Master's, um, sons.

His first and second boys?

Yes.

So, your younger brothers?

You're the oldest girl,

Yes.

but the leadership passes onto your younger brothers.

Yes.

The first through fourth children are girls, and the fifth and sixth...

Please don't discuss our private affairs.

Even if you know them. you mustn't.

You're not revealing any ages either.

I don't want my age known.

Are you representing Aum in some way?

No, I'm not.

Is there a position inside Aum that you are filling?

We all help the order.

But especially Their Excellencies. As their older sister.

She's been by her brothers' side, supporting them

I mean... well, it's natural but...

Not just that, I'm here to

strengthen the Aum position.

What do you mean?

That's right. For one of us

to appear outside, that shows you how serious we are.

With the change in leader, you'll need to change your training.

I assume you'll want to.

No, not true.

There is a tradition of teachings.

By that, we mean they are passed down naturally from generation to generation.

So if you deny the teachings, there will be nothing afterwards.

So you haven't denied them?

We haven't rejected the teachings, but there were some misunderstandings

so, concerning our doctrine, we have. um mm, been, well...

So you don't deny them, but some need to be revised?

If we don't, you'll keep finding fault.

We're not "finding fault". During the trial, some believers say they were

acting according to the teachings. That's how we heard it.

How much are you changing? You'll change the posters, and...?

The tradition of teachings won't change.

But this poster is related to that tradition, isn't it?

Related, meaning it's a question of whom you devote yourself to.

It sounds like you don't understand the structure of religion.

No one does, so...

sharp. sharp.

sharp, really sharp.

Standing firm...

We want to discuss three points in this Dress conference.

First on the transfer of leadership. Then...

A little more...

It's a secret.

7th August 1996 Kameido Headquarters

They look like regular children to me.

Trying their best to say something by heart.

No. you're wrong.

At first glance, they may look like that.

But, when I concentrate and listen,

even now my mind gets this cold feeling.

Because you put this tape on.

Well, it started feeling cool a little earlier.

What do you mean "cool" ?

This energy enters..

Your mind?

No not my mind.

Because you're watching this video?

You have a long way to go.

The photos are too small.

Have you met them?

No I haven't, but I'd really like to.

Till now, it's been the Master who listened to my worries.

The Master's message was always intense,

but I really like the children, too. Their Excellencies the Rinpochi.

Each company can send 5 people

That's for TV.

Newspapers and magazines can send 2 each.

And let me know if Osada shows up.

I did see Nihon TV's relay van.

The director called.

He's coming?

Those Nihon TV guys!

Shooting from the hilt!

Really?

That's their business, isn't it.

They've got to sell their papers, and get their shows watched.

I guess it really can't be helped.

There'll be time for questions later?

We expect so.

Expect so? That's no good.

I'll check.

No one can report just this stuff.

As Aum believers, we have become

the subject of these events, and would like the chance to express our ideas.

How long was that today?

Boy, today was long.

The questions didn't stop coming.

Such dreary questions too.

If told we put sarin in the wells, they'd believe it and be terrified.

Or that rumor about Ecoli germs.

Jokes aside, I think there's a real danger of us being demonized.

Starting with the hijacking...

Dad will understand your love some day

let me hold your shaking back shoulder

Good night good night baby, suppressing your tears

Go to bed in silence tonight, good night

Good night good night baby, suppressing your tears

Have a dream of happy tomorrow, good night

Nobody will take away this finally found happiness

It is for you and me

Let me wipe your tear-wet cold cheeks

I'm saying that your group is under suspicion.

You can't just claim that.

What? You forgot about the trial? I know you're in the cult.

What's it got to do with you?

Since you're in the cult, I want your name.

Why do I have to tell you?

Everyone in the cult better give me their name.

I don't have to.

If you don't, you'll look suspicious.

That's entirely arbitrary.

See, you're acting suspicious.

Everyone here will vouch for me.

Get out of the way.

Get out of the way.

I'm not in the way.

Move away.

My friend's being detained.

Speak up. Why can't you tell me?

You're ashamed of something.

What is it?

You've something to hide? What is it? Tell me.

Got a warrant?

No. it's voluntary.

The publics got to know what you've done.

Why won't you tell us? You're up to something, aren't you?

Are you trying to hide something?

Are you trying to hide something?

Don't push me. Don't push me.

Hold it...

What's your name?

That hurts. Ahh. It hurts.

You okay?

You alright?

The cop was dragged. Pushed.

You can't treat police like that.

You were being questioned.

Obstructing the police.

Obstructing the police.

This guy tried to run.

Then he dragged our guy down.

He ran for it when we were questioning him.

Tripped up an agent when he was under question.

6:35 PM. Arrested for obstructing the police.

I saw it all.

He's the one who dragged me.

I saw it all. I saw it all.

Stop performing. It's a dirty trick.

Stop this now. Shame on you.

Cut it out, Mr. Araki.

You guys are lying.

No one's lying! How dare you say that

Should you being saying that?

Yes. I should!

You're at fault.

You're at fault.

He's been hurt.

You're full of lies.

A policeman's hurt. Show respect.

You work for the PR Dept., and you dare say that.

I can't believe you're an official.

I'm telling the truth.

That's no truth.

Are you OK?

We don't know who you are. We need your name. Without a name,

you can't get treated at the hospital.

Stop being so rough.

Don't worry. He's totally conscious.

Please stop that.

Get his pulse, his pulse.

While the ambulance is on its way, we're just checking his pulse

Checking to see if he's all right.

Please calm down.

Step back. This is an investigation. Back off. Please step back.

Hey you, who are you?

Mori. My name's Mori.

I don't care what you call freedom of the Dress. You've been filming all along.

Good night good night baby, suppressing your tears

Go to bed in silence tonight, good night

Good night good night baby, suppressing your tears

Have a dream of happy tomorrow, good night

Can't believe this.

I have three questions for you.

How much longer will you be here?

Till the end of the month.

Then you'll all leave?

That's right.

I don't care how you live your lives. but we're all human.

It's OK to be religious, but using the name Aum, really...

We are human indeed.

We all have blood in our veins.

We feel exactly the same. Really.

Seeing what happened today, I don't think you can be a mediator.

And if you can't. Mr. Araki,

then, you should go live a normal

life and find a proper job.

Find a regular place and work hard.

I can understand how unnerving it is to see a disturbance

like this. But if you'd seen it from the beginning. you'd understand.

If I'd done that, I'd want to sock you one.

Become a businessman, join a company.

Doesn't have to be a big place. Sweat a bit, 'n work hard.

Bright guys like you don't need to do this.

If you're smart, what should you do?

Become a boss, take charge of people.

I do try working as a missionary.

But, some of my friends are really in a bind.

Never had and never will have anything to do with the bad Dart of Aum.

It's like black and white. Aum is black, and if you add that to white...

You guys are all black! Black can never become white.

If you put it through a filter, it can. That's our duty. What we have to do.

You're a "filter" ?

That's right.

Your whole life as a "filter" ?

I have to be.

What's your given name?

TA-TSU-YA.

Who?

I'm asking this man his name.

Yasuoka Takaharu.

How do you write "Takaharu" ?

The "taku" of Ding-Dong, the "haru" of "security".

Okay. I see.

I'm calling about Yamamoto. Has he been released yet?

He was arrested today.

He's being prosecuted tomorrow?

So. he's being prosecuted?

The first thing is stop him being charged.

If there are any Darts on tape that'd be good, we'd like to use them.

I don't think I can do that.

We can't do that. We can't show you

... I mean... give you the tape.

We're deciding how to react; I'll let you know what we decide.

We should act before

the police take advantage of the situation.

It's the same old pattern; hit, then

knocked down, then arrested for obstruction while the cop grabs his leg.

I don't want to be useful to the police nor to Aum. I'm totally neutral.

I need to confirm things for myself.

But can we say there's a tape?

Tell them there's a witness who has proof. They'll remember.

Good point.

There was a third party with us,

a witness with convincing proof of what happened.

and that we will be relying on.

Given the inappropriate nature

of what happened, we're requesting

you to process his release quickly.

9th August 1996 Two days later, Kamikuishiki-mura

9th August 1996 Two days later, Kamikuishiki-mura

You said I could have some time.

Did you figure out when?

Can we do this later?

It's 10:01 AM on the 12th.

This is the Criminal Division of the Joto Police Station. We're calling

to speak with you about the video

of the incident in Kameido the other day between an Aum member

and a policeman. We'll call again later.

14th August 1996 A week after the incident, Tokyo

About the cameraman, the police.

Well, this really was a set-up.

Using a one-page leaflet, we could

link up to local citizen groups and groups opposing the status quo.

We're not intimidated by the police, and we are doing good work individually, but

the authorities get away with more and more these days...

The prosecutor is debating whether to Dress charges or not.

Of course, we want to convince him not to.

We and our lawyer want to negotiate with the prosecutor.

This is where the video comes in.

in Japan, once indicted, you have a 99.8 % chance of being found guilty.

After being indicted, you've got little chance.

If you're charged, it's all over.

Basically.

And, in his case, the earlier incident means no suspended sentence.

in media, there's one principle - to provide the public with information

And prevent it being used for ulterior purposes.

That's our first resolve.

I know the truth. If I conceal it now, an innocent person

might go to jail on false charges.

Can I ignore this under the pretense of making a film?

I thought a lot about this, and I still am thinking.

As Yasuoka told you, our decision is this;

We'll provide your lawyer with the tape.

I'm the lawyer.

My name's Mori.

I can understand your position.

I'll only use it in relation to the court case.

Thank you very much.

It's possible he'll be released before the trial two days from now

if they accept this as proof.

Thank you for your help.

During questioning, the prosecutor said a video had arrived.

Then. he left, and I was led back.

But ten or fifteen minutes later, he rushed me up and released me.

16th August 1996, Kumamoto-ken Night before turning Over the temple

There's stranger stuff over there.

They were making pipes. This is the best Dart.

On!y special personnel allowed!

This is pretty good too.

They did the cultures here.

Really.

It's got a fan and all. They must've been doing something here.

A duct.

Maybe a culture room.

Needles, right?

Horse needles.

Who knows if they used them on horses? What's this water.

Dunno.

Smell it? Maybe it's alcohol.

What if it were sarin.

Stop it.

The police checked it.

That's right.

Whose room was this?

Murai.

His memo books are here.

His memo books.

Please call me_ Murai

"The advance of science and the change in world view"

The following morning, 8:30 AM

20 dogs are taken away, 10:00 AM

That religion, Aum. And its followers.

Their way of thinking about things is out of whack.

The lot of them don't produce a thing. Not a help for us.

Your given name?

Hi-ro-shi.

Your title?

Deputy Spokesperson.

And your age?

28

The bankruptcy trustee arrives, 7:20 PM

Let's shake.

Araki

Thanks for your advice.

Likewise.

Take care.

What did you say?

I couldn't hear.

That it's the end.

And let's return to society.

I think that's it.

Who spoke first?

I did.

What did he respond?

That we learned from each other.

Maybe I said "each other".

30th August 1996 Giving up Kameido Headquarters

Turning over the Aum Bldg. to the Bankruptcy Trustee 8/30

Someone's up there.

The trustees, right?

Is it your first time inside?

Yes. first time.

You're all from the neighborhood group.

Yes, that's so.

What do you think?

Really filthy!

Are there more?

This is it.

Can our guards go? You ready?

Please let us through.

We affirm there'll be no disagreement

with however the trustees choose to dispose of it.

What are the Guru's teachings?

Everyone. hurry up.

Kamei.

With everyone slowly leaving. I wish

you'd all call your families just to say you're okay.

It only takes a second to say, "I'm training"

"and I'm doing fine. Bye."

We do that.

Your parents call desperate...

"I'm doing okay, take care of yourselves."

That's all it takes. Whenever you've a chance.

That's all it takes.

I'll make a point of mentioning it.

I'm asking you formally, okay?

In some cases, they'll be glad

just to know you're alive.

He's a good, quiet kid.

I know his mother, and I'd like to believe anyone raised

by a mother like that must be okay.

So. I'm asking you, okay.

I understand.

Take care now.

I know your mother.

I met her before.

Really?

Let's just say I really understand your sense of responsibility.

Convince her of that.

Tough to be responsible.

This'll do for the time being.

We'll learn from our experience

and do our best.

If you're the spokesperson, then

explain what the cult was doing spreading anthrax!

The police aren't investigating that.

That's not the point.

We want something from you.

Nothings in the open yet. I want the facts, too.

You're being too matter-of-fact, Mr. Araki

That smell made people suffer for real.

I don't know if that was anthrax.

I'm not talking about anthrax.

Your chemicals hurt people.

I want to hear at least an apology for making people suffer.

I don't know if it was poison or not, but that's what they say.

Get out. you bastard.

I heard that you were going to give a response today. I was looking

forward to finally getting a proper

explanation from the Aum side.

But, this is what we get. I'm really disappointed.

But I'd like an explanation too.

Causing trouble like this, putting us out like this.

If you can't even apologize for causing so much trouble.

But I did apologize.

It was really horrible having Aum here. Their leaving changes that.

Next month, the members will evacuate the remaining facilities.

This is Araki from Aum Shinrikyo again.

I'm calling for Producer Morimoto.

Still in a meeting?

What did you eat last night? Last night's dinner?

Last night was... last night was white rice.

All by itself?

Curry pilaf that's easy to make!

Put rice on curry paste, then stir. Voila.

Araki, what did you have today?

Or, haven't you eaten yet?

I've got important work to do.

And when you finish.

Same stuff.

Almost never changes.

Today. tomorrow, the day after...

Which part is karma? All of it?

You get the pus out of your system.

Impurity is discharged.

Sometimes over the whole body.

Huh? That looks bad.

Have you had this, Yamamoto?

On my hands and feet.

I still have a scar. Where was it?

See here.

Looks scarred.

No, this one's from my motorbike.

I've called many times already, but I'm trying to reach Producer Morimoto.

Has his meeting ended?

I want to give him my opinion of his broadcasts so far.

I keep trying to reach him.

Could you give me your name?

You can't give me your name? What kind of company are you!

I've been told before that he never got a message from me.

So I want to be able to say who took the message.

Personal? It's not personal! I'm asking you as an employee of the company.

They're avoiding you.

Could you give me your name?

I've been forbidden by the company to give out my name.

You can't give me your name? What kind of company are you!

I'm very sorry.

I've been told before that he never got a message from me.

So I want to be able to say who took the message.

I understand, but I've been told not to give out personal information.

Personal? It's not personal? I'm asking you as an employee of the company.

I can't give you my name. I've been told by the company not to give it out.

"Sunday" Producer, Mr. Morimoto

"since you don't have an adequate understanding of Aum, I propose.._ "

12th October 1996

12th October 1996 Before turning over Fuiijomiya Headquarters

Crimes on your hands, Aum, Get out! Members. Wake up and Seek Reality!

Counseling for Aum Members Provided by the City

Your foot's better.

Yes. thank goodness.

The karma left?

Maybe just part of it.

I thought it would take longer.

Well, compared with before it came out, before it got bad,

does it feel any different?

My body feels lighter. That feeling

that was Dulling me down has gone.

It looks to me...

like a bad case of athlete's foot.

Athlete's foot...?

Maybe. I don't know, some kind of skin disease.

Well, that may be so. But whether it's an injury, or artificial, or something

totally accidental, or a disease, it's a concentration

in one part of the body.

All together, you can see it as karma that gets liberated.

Can I come up?

Yes.

I convert!

Master, Master, Master

Reject sleep

Reject Lust. Reject Food

Sunday, Sept. 1996 thanks, friends

I want you to look at us closely.

I want you to record us.

We don't have a tradition of recording things.

Even if we did, people would see it differently, because we made it.

I want ordinary people,

people who can understand, to see what they can see,

to hear what they can hear.

Do you think I can see?

...Well...

10th November 1996 Sendagaya, Tokyo

Good morning.

Come on in.

Morning!

Sorry it's so cramped and messy.

So this is the main "hideout".

Hideout #1.

Where you supposedly plot your strategies.

Hmm.

And you're the radical right-winger!

Why make me a right-winger?

You're the central protagonist.

No thank you.

Who then?

PR Dept. Chief Araki!

Asahara shouldn't kill insects either. right?

Well. that point is...

that's a difficult one.

It can't be explained quite so simply.

Basically, the destruction of life is not allowed.

Basically? Are there exceptions?

No exceptions. It's just difficult to put that in words.

Going back to Kamiku today?

I'll stop somewhere on the way.

Are you being followed?

Yep.

I n a car?

The police switch at the prefecture line.

It's my first time not to see you in robes. Is this your regular wear?

I was meeting a regular person.

"Regular" ? - So-called "regular".

People like Inoue and Hayashi have testified to the fact.

But, I can't really say for sure.

All I can say is that it might have happened.

When you read Hayashis testimony, it's really detailed.

Like what he testified at the trial, about using the umbrella.

I just think to myself did he really do that.

Part of me thinks that way. I can't understand it all.

Human society is so contradictory. Like all the murder of war.

In war, there's no blame for killing if you win.

But that doesn't change the fact of all those deaths.

But no one raises the criminality of that.

There are so many hypocrisies.

I've always wondered about these questions

Like is there really a world higher than our human one,

These are religious questions I've always had.

And I've wondered who can really answer them.

Now these are questions I've had since I was little

but the only one who could convincingly answer those questions

was the Master.

So the things I learned, the teachings, and the things I experienced -

The secular world calls it mind control...

These experiences, these things I underwent,

even with Inoue's and Hayashis testimony,

those deeper Darts in me, it's like they haven't been touched at all.

There's this unshakable part inside of me.

17th November 1996 Hitotsubashi University

How often did you meet Asahara?

While in Kyoto, I met him 5-6 times over a year and a half.

After entering the order, I began to see him regularly.

In Japan, you don't see people choosing to adhere to values that

others find absurd, or creating unique lifestyles like Aum has done.

(Masa'aki Hukuda, Professor of law, Hitotsubashi University) This is a good chance for you all to review your own values.

We'll start the Q&A with Mr. Araki, with that in mind.

Would anyone like to start?

I'm happy to be alive, and think that can be a kind of philosophy.

Wanting to be liberated,

isn't that also a worldly desire?

They say Asahara eats like a cow.

Had kids and even lovers too.

I know it's a caricature, but

it's true he has children.

He rides in a Mercedes and even has a helicopter!

Talk about worldly desires!

The general attitude condemns

Aum for not apologizing or paying for its brutal crimes.

After the guilty verdict, don't you think that you should respond?

Or can you continue to claim that you have nothing to do with it?

That you were not the perpetrators, and continue to ignore the case?

You walk kind of sadly.

You're walking with downcast eyes.

Would you like some hot water?

No thanks.

How about apple? Apples grow, but you can eat them, right?

It doesn't become a tree, right?

The seed might sprout and grow.

The seeds...

Do you have restriction on food?

Yes.

Who took these photos?

I did.

How come?

Well, when I was in Kamikuishiki-mura.

I think the Japanese society will face much trouble

if the Anti-Subversives Law goes into effect.

People will lose freedom of speech and freedom of belief.

" What is most unforgivable of Aum members is that."

"they do not take joint responsibility for the numerous crimes."

"Continued existence of this injudicious"

"will allow similar vicious crimes to follow in time to come."

" They are not human but aliens with human faces."

"They are the shame of Japanese people." Wow...

"It's out of the question to even discuss human rights"

"for a homicide-committing group."

" They would have been all beheaded if in ancient times."

"They can possibly appear at any time,"

"but our apartment has 5 entryway from"

" where visitors can freely come in and out..."

They call us 'injudicious group".

Right. Such expressions are used too.

I have no idea why they can say "not human but aliens with human face".

Crime?

Sa-ba-ki

I see.

Once you are in the order, husband and wife don't live together?

No, they don't.

They all live apart.

So that means no offspring?

Basically no.

Do you train to lose sex drive?

Training to lose sex drive.

What's that?

Is there such a thing?

Yes. I heard of it.

It might be joy meditation.

I haven't been instructed yet.

What do you mean?

It's only for those who need it.

You mean you don't need it.

I guess so.

It's only for with strong sex drive.

So you don't have much.

First. there is the Universe.

Then Heaven, Arsira, Human, Animal, Hungry Ghost, and Hell.

This is our structure in Buddhism.

Even gods in Heaven have many levels,

and human spirit is not so superior compared with the Universe.

However, you can flee from human sin

and weave your way up to higher stages,

then. you will be happier.

This can be said from our world view.

I'm not interested in having a talk

with a woman regarding her as a woman.

I felt out of place to regard women as feminine beings.

I must say that I was very uncomfortable to be with women.

Have you held a girl's hand?

Well, just at playing in kindergarten at most.

Kiss?

Don't remember.

Making love?

I'm sure never.

26th November 1996 Sendagaya, Tokyo

26th November 1996 Sendagaya, Tokyo

Democracy is at Stake!

It's unrealistic to expect a verdict by year's end

at such short notice.

Normally, you'd have hearings and discussions. Only 2 weeks for that

means they have their minds set on using the Anti-Subversives Law.

Thank you for coming today.

As we've announced to the Dress,

the Defense wants to show Aum in its current state to Drove that this Law

is no longer applicable to the group.

Around l3 media crews, you think?

You mean newspapers?

They're doing interviews. too?

Questions, yes.

Interviews on camera?

Probably.

Can they show your face?

Ah. well, preferably not.

It'll look better if we're open.

Well, my folks back home...

What about me. My family will never take me back.

It's a family affair, but my brother just got married...

Personally I wouldn't care. Well. maybe they can't tell.

It'll be OK.

You're safe even on the wanted list.

Maybe just a profile.

They'll only recognize Araki

So you want us upstairs.

Here are again some documents on the Anti-Subversives Law.

They're filed up here.

When did you join?

About 2,3 months ago.

Eggs and soy sauce.

Kelp broth.

In the police search...

Lastly, let's take a look at the first floor.

Here, some shoes...

This may be taken wrong, but

in this kind of situation, under siege, you know...

Society used to be more ambiguous for me...

But now I've come to see society more clearly...

Uh, I mean, I can't explain it well. but...

What about society?

Well, ah, the hypocrisy, if you may...

December 1996

He's no 8uru, just a madman to me now.

As the chief perpetrator of the Aum crimes.

he should get the death penalty.

the 21st century will come, not Armageddon.

For those who still believe in Aum,

and revere me as Holy Progeny.

listen to me and disband Aum.

Don't try to fool the people! The Aum cult is evil!

They strangled the helpless child and buried him!

Asahara gave the orders!

Why defend Asahara and Aum?

Shame! Leftist lawyers!

Aum murdered your colleague Sakamoto and his family!

We demand the Anti-Subversives Law

be applied to the devil cult Aum!

So that this killer cult will never again threaten Japan!

Lover of Aum follower 'fesses up!

Love and sex of a fugitive.

Devil AUM

Stop! the Anti-Subversives Law.

Hunger strike taking place

Araki!

The police don't want it, so have some tea.

Let me take a photo.

We took print-club photos yesterday.

With this on. Do you know print-clubs?

Tiny photos made into stickers.

We made them with Prof. Fukuda.

In Shibuya?

Take care, Mr. Araki

We support you.

You support him?

As an individual, sure.

Not the Araki of Aum?

No, Araki Hiroshi himself.

Is he happy for that?

Can't show joy, can he? Because it'll turn to sorrow.

NO TRESPASSING

The stink in there!

Can't stand it!

What's this?

The engine is running.

It isn't locked.

It's already closed.

I got a phone call yesterday. They're worried about me.

Who? Your mother?

Yes, my mother.

She said there's still a lot of antagonism against us.

"Take care." she said.

"There are people who still despise you."

"Watch your health."

Or rather, " Watch out for dark alleys."

Can't she come with you?

Court dismisses Aum Ant-Subversives case

We welcome the dismissal of the Commission with relief.

Our faith has been safeguarded.

It's over.

Blood was shed.

And, there's no doubt that Aum was involved.

You mean Aum members?

Yes. members of the order.

Right? You've seen the trials and heard the witnesses.

There's no way they weren't involved in some manner.

What society is asking from you now is

to react according to the norms and rules of this world.

Follow the proper courtesies regardless of your religion.

You caused people trouble, so apologize.

If you do have any opinion about the crimes,

society expects you to express your position.

Well, yes, society. uh...

So in that situation, ah...

If we start admitting one thing -

that would be like acknowledging

all the images that society has created about Aum.

That Asahara's a swindler, and that we're all brain-washed.

I guess it's true what happened was horrendous...

But can I confirm anything else?

I'm the type who won't fence-sit.

If they ask why we're still in the order, I have no reply.

Delighted with the verdict, Aum members hold a press conference.

You think the issue would be solved if I go home?

You mean, leaving Aum?

If my mother's worried about me...

Her biggest worry would be resolved.

But other concerns would emerge, isn't that the course of things?

It is.

Her next concern would be getting you a wife or job.

There'll be all sorts of anxiety.

But would going home really...

For a parent, anxiety exists because of love.

So it becomes the toughest thing to sever, whatever the worries are.

You've got to cut the tie to end the suffering.

But for a parent, that's the hardest thing.

It's painful for the family left behind.

Even if you tell them to sever ties in order to avoid suffering

your parents will still live another twenty, thirty years.

Their wounds won't heal in that time.

They'll die with the suffering.

Those left behind can't be redeemed.

They can't break away.

Spiritual suffering befalls those who are left by the ordained.

If we all could join the faith...

It' s an eternal theological contradiction.

Renouncing the world is impossible without overcoming this hurdle.

Renunciation is impossible...?

Well, I'd like to leave all behind...

But family does Dull me back...

Where will you be in 30 years?

30 years from now...

We'll be touching it out with Armageddon...

2 months later Kyoto, 18th April 1997

Thank you for traveling with us today.

We're now arriving at Kyoto.

AUM. GET OUT NOW.

Unity until we recover our Peaceful housing block!

The Truth and lies of Aum!

His photo shouldn't be there.

He shouldn't be worshiped?

Right. he's not.

People can see.

But it doesn't make a difference.

Will the photo be discussed in the eviction trial?

No, they're just denouncing everything left and right.

But it makes no difference in this trial, does it?

You're right.

Are we too nervous?

" Your Honor, I'm on the Anti-Aum Residents' Committee."

"I'd like to present a personal opinion that will help the Court."

"The 5 Aum residents have forfeited collective responsibility for their crimes."

"The stupid cult remains in existence."

" Brutal crimes will again take place in the near future."

"I. A true Japanese could not reside alongside this barbarous cult."

"If we let them stay, we will be the laughing stock of the nation."

"2. By winning this trial, we will avenge the bereaved and "

" the many who perished at the hands of the criminals."

"October l997."

This document has actually been submitted

to the court, through their attorneys.

Eviction Trial Mr. Araki will join our struggle!

Any changes in your outlook on society, before and after doing Aum's PR?

I feel like renouncing the world all over again.

Leaving it behind.

You do?

In a sense, in these 2 years after entering the order

I had to face the temporal world more than ever before in my life.

What of the temporal world?

What... hmm?

When I met my mother in Tokyo once, my grandma was supposed to come.

She suddenly fell ill, and couldn't visit anymore.

Sick of worry?

She's pretty old. She has a heart condition.

She doted on you?

Well... I guess...

Our karma is linked.

Is Tanba and Osaka on the same line?

Going to Tamba?

I'm going to visit home.

Who is?

I am.

Tanba? But your parents are in Takatsuki

Grandma.

Oh, your grandma.

She's dying.

Say what?

It's not that I hate my parents now. I can explain that to her.

Rather, I want to fulfill the life that my parents gave me.

I'm here with Aum because I don't want to die an imperfect existence.

I want to continue on this road.

Aum Most Wanted List

Residents Meeting 7th Report on the Aum Trial

We Need Your He(D! Aum is Every Resident's Problem

The Truth and lies of Aum!

Aum Wanted List: three Left!

AUM GET OUT NOW!

GET OUT!

ANTI-AUM COMMITTEE

Residents Meeting 7th Report on the Aum Trial

I walk alone deep in a forest, To discover myself

On a path that unfolds With the scent of trees

At times, I am lonely Singing songs with the mountain birds

My 8uardton angel urges me on, Telling me to sometimes stop my way

You mustn't give up Aim for the M�suji Mountain

And the cedars point Strai8ht to the sky

Down and to the left The path leads back to my native land

Up and to the right It opens onto a new departure

It's been fifteen years now Since I turned my back on my hometown

My parents have left this world I hear their voices echoing

People put the peaks before them And read the direction of the wind

No one to teach me, I decide myself

People put the peaks before them And read the direction of the wind

No one to teach me, I decide myself

By yourself alone, you overcome The road you take