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Our new place is tiny and way out in suburbs.

So we really don't want another baby.

Hand them over.

Excuse me. I hope you like them.

Are you sure?

I hope you can get some use out of them.

We'd better go.

We're still packing.

See you.

Good bye.

Thank you so much.

Housewife's Afternoon Delight

From Mrs Yonemura?

So they're moving out, too.

It's getting lonely here.

I think it's mean of them.

They knew I had a miscarriage.

Maybe they're hoping you have another baby.

Try to be positive.

Do you really think we'll have another baby?

I certainly do.

Wait.

No sex?

Not yet.

Why?

I'm not wet yet.

That hurts.

Sorry.

Are you okay?

Let's just sleep.

I have work tomorrow.

I'm off to work.

Take care.

Resident's Committee

Mr Takahashi, who lived in No.3 block

was found in his apartment 2 months after he died.

That was such a shock, wasn't it?

I know that preserving privacy is important.

But we really need to support each other.

This estate is slowly losing the residents.

We don't want another to die such a lonely death.

So if we know anyone who's living alone,

we should make efforts to befriend them.

Good, let's do that.

Thank you.

I have one more suggestion.

I appreciate how everyone has been keeping things tidy.

Everything looks so much better.

Thank you very much.

But I still think we need to brighten the area.

And flowers are one way to accomplish that.

Of course it will cost money to buy flowers.

But there are flowerbeds available.

So I suggest we all plant flowers to brighten up the complex.

Excuse me, which block are you in?

I'm sorry to bother you.

But after you finish your meeting,

may I demonstrate our "Eco Pure", water purifiers?

This is for residents only.

You'll have to leave.

I'm very sorry.

A salesman?

How inappropriate.

Hello, sorry to bother you.

I'm promoting our "Eco Pure," water filters.

May I have a moment of your time? Okay.

I can?

I can explain things from here.

Excuse me.

Just let me put this down.

This manual describes the product.

It's our new release of the Eco Pure type 3 model.

It operates completely different from the old technology.

These special plastic parts transform the ions.

They remove almost all traces of heavy metals

such as the copper and lead normally found in tap water.

By the way, do you use a water filter?

You should have asked that first.

Yes, you're right.

We just bought one from the local supermarket.

We don't need another one.

Yes...

Would you consider changing to a more efficient model?

Well, I really...

We're promoting a special offer for this new product.

You can use it for a full week at no cost.

If you don't like it, you just give it back.

Would you be interested?

All right, I'll try it.

Really?

Shall I hook it up for you?

Go ahead.

Excuse me.

This filter is just a waste of time.

Really?

Our filter uses high-grade, activated charcoal,

which removes all harmful elements from the water supply.

I'll just run the tap while it starts to activate.

Okay.

May I have a glass?

Try this.

How is it?

Doesn't it taste different?

Maybe.

It's far healthier.

You can drink it and use it for cooking.

Some customers report that the food tastes better.

Let me show you the different settings.

It's quite simple.

Tap water.

Now the spray function.

And filtered water.

It's simple and efficient.

Now you try.

Tap water.

Spray.

Filter.

It's really simple.

Yes, do you like it?

How much is it?

You'll take one?

Yes, I will.

Thank you so much.

That'll be 6,240 yen.

Shall I leave it on?

This is my first sale all week.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Excuse me.

Good bye.

Yes?

Look, I'm sorry.

Yes?

But that water filter I sold you isn't any good.

I lied.

I'm so sorry.

I'll take it back.

No need to.

I mean it.

Okay?

You don't mind doing it here?

Not at all. Do it to me.

Put it in.

You're still working.

Sorry to delay you.

Business is slow anyway.

But I have no choice.

So soon?

I'll be there within an hour.

I must go back to the office.

No need.

I wanted to buy it.

Really?

Thank you so much.

You're not serious enough.

You think you deserve better than selling water filters.

Maybe you're right.

You're so honest.

But I can't keep a salesman who doesn't make any sales.

But I have still some stock left.

As I explained, you must sell your quota.

Or buy any unsold stock.

I will pay you this month's salary.

Water is very important.

It makes up 70% of your body, after all.

Part-timer Wanted 900 yen per hour

May I help you?

I lost my job.

I can't afford to keep him.

He's your son, too. You can have full custody.

How dare you say that now?

You insisted on taking him away from me.

I know we got divorced because I was unfaithful.

Your husband got promoted, right?

You can afford to take him.

Don't be ridiculous.

That's totally impractical.

My new husband wants another baby, you understand?

Anyway, do your best.

You're all he has now.

Reika, let's go.

Come on.

Listen, Atsushi.

Close your mouth when you're eating.

Can't help it.

It tastes terrible.

So now you'll beat me?

I'll go get cigarettes.

Didn't you quit because you can't afford it?

Sorry, but we just hired someone.

So many people are looking for work these days.

I see.

Sorry for any bother.

Lady!

Please stop.

- Help! - What's up?

Please come with me.

What happened?

This idiot went and wet her panties.

Help me.

Okay, let's go to my place.

No, I can't.

We're in a hurry.

Can she borrow yours?

Sorry, I don't carry spares.

You don't mind to wear the ones she's wearing?

I beg you.

You're got a long skirt, she can't go without panties.

I beg you.

Please.

Okay, sure.

Here.

Thank you.

You're very beautiful.

What's going on?

Hey, give that to me.

No way.

We can sell them, you know.

She's got no money.

Hey, give that back.

What an idiot.

Don't even think about telling the cops.

Understand?

Come on.

She only had 1000 yen.

How gullible is she?

Coming.

I'm coming.

Sorry.

Hope I'm not interrupting.

No, I was just taking a shower.

I made some cream puffs.

I used to dream of getting married and having children.

Baking cookies and cakes for their birthdays.

Homemade, of course.

I truly dreamed about that.

My father died of cancer when I was 16.

So then it was just me and my mother.

But she passed away two years ago.

Then I realized I was too old to get married.

Now I'm in the middle of menopause.

Another cup?

Oh, thank you.

Where are you from?

Tokyo?

I was born in Tochigi Pref.

A small town near Utsunomiya City.

When did you come to Tokyo?

I started working for a food processor in Shinagawa

after I graduated from high school.

Really?

You met your husband there?

I got married with a co-worker. That's typical.

Typical, eh?

I was born in this housing complex.

Were you really?

I was born, raised and spent all my life here.

I used to commute to work from here, too.

I had a few boyfriends.

But no one ever took me away from here.

I've been here since I was born.

I just never became anyone's wife.

Is your husband from Tochigi, too?

No, he's from Gifu Prefecture.

That popular samurai drama is set there.

Yes, that's it.

So how are things with your husband?

Such a loving couple.

They say loving couples don't really need children.

Excuse me.

You?

Why are you here?

For my water filter.

Yes, I'm here to service the water filter.

Those things soon break down.

Excuse me.

What a jerk.

So you bought one?

We really needed one.

You should have said so, I know all the tricks.

I'm sorry.

Why apologize?

You're very pretty, Sayaka.

Are you thirsty, too?

I'll get you something cold.

Juice or milk?

No, I'd prefer a beer.

Sorry, we don't have beer.

- Don't like it? - Yes, I do.

Okay.

I'll go buy some.

I'll get it in return for the cream puffs.

Really?

Thank you.

Watch it.

What's wrong?

That's him, no mistake.

What do you mean?

He always does that.

It's so annoying.

Can I fix something?

Sorry, I didn't realize.

It's okay, I'll make something.

Don't worry, I'll leave enough for your dinner.

How is it?

Good.

You're a great cook.

It somehow tastes better when shared.

Eating by myself is no fun, after all.

Saito speaking.

Hello, dear.

I'll be late again tonight, so eat first.

Okay, sure.

My husband's coming home early tonight.

Really?

That's great.

I'd better leave then.

Leave them.

I'll clean up after.

Really?

Then I'll leave them here.

Excuse me.

Oh, I came here about the Resident's Committee.

We'll do that next time.

Good bye.

A school excursion to the National parliament?

Where will you have lunch?

At Hibiya Park.

Hibiya Park?

Sounds great.

I'll put it in the fridge.

Listen, Atsushi.

Don't you miss your Mom?

We don't need any women.

Really.

Oh, it's you.

I'm sorry.

Are you so eager to sell me a filter?

Yes, I can do it for cost price.

I need to sell my stock.

Well, I can buy one from you.

Why don't you come in?

I'm alone.

No, thank you.

I'll come back.

Saito speaking.

It's me.

We've got a big problem with one of our contracts.

Sorry, but I won't make it home tonight.

Will you be okay?

I'll deal with it somehow. Bye.

This way.

Wait a minute.

I'll put out the bedding.

Such soft breasts.

I hated seeing them grow.

It was like I was changing into something strange.

All the teachers and boys were ogling my breasts.

Maybe because it started just after my father died.

I didn't want to become an adult.

I felt so isolated.

My mother was rarely at home because of work.

I had a stepfather, but he wasn't my own father after all.

He was kind, though.

You're an adult down here.

Idiot.

- Show me. - No.

- Why not? - I'm embarrassed.

Come on, just a peek.

I just had a miscarriage.

I wonder if I really didn't want it.

I was annoyed when a neighbour gave me their baby goods.

But I can't throw them away.

You can't?

Listen.

I didn't ask your name yet.

Tell me.

Sayaka.

It means 'pure scent'.

What about you?

Teppei.

It means 'philosophy and peace'.

So you're Teppei?

A cute name.

Isn't it, Sayaka?

I'm hungry.

Let's eat.

Do you really want to throw these away?

I wonder if I liked them when I was a baby.

I don't remember anything.

The happiest times ever.

We can keep going because we forget the happiest times.

So we're fated to forget things.

Maybe you're right.

I have no job.

This is good.

Delicious.

Now it's my turn.

Once more.

Like a baby.

You need a bib.

You do, too.

It's good.

Is it?

No.

It's bitter.

It's good.

I'm ticklish.

I'm ticklish. No.

I'm sorry.

So sorry.

Give me a blowjob.

Little boys don't get a hard on.

That's okay.

Oh, I'm sorry.

I'll stop.

Hold me.

Good girl.

I'll make you beautiful.

Off with your diaper.

Oh, you're so wet.

Dripping wet.

So juicy.

I'm embarrassed.

You look as if you're angry.

I want you.

Are you awake?

It's dawn.

My husband will be back.

Okay.

I want to stay like this forever.

I must get home before my boy wakes up.

Your son?

Welcome home.

I'm back.

You're up early.

I'm totally exhausted.

Are you hungry?

Do you want breakfast?

Or sleep?

I haven't had anything all night.

So I'll eat first, then sleep.

I'll fix breakfast right away.

I took the day off today.

The bath is ready.

That's great.

Excuse me, are you Sayaka's husband?

I'm Maekawa, your neighbour.

I know your wife well.

How do you do.

Good bye.

Look...

Excuse me.

I was wondering whether I should tell you this.

Since we're neighbours and all,

I really should tell you.

It's about your wife.

We need to talk.

My husband took a day off, he'll be back soon.

Okay.

Can we meet sometime later on?

I'll be waiting outside.

Do you want tomato sauce or herbs?

I prefer the herbs.

Listen.

I'm thinking about quitting my job.

My company has no future.

Maybe go back to my hometown and take up farming.

Times are tough, maybe country life is a better option.

My parents want to move back to the country.

They hate city life.

They don't like living with my brother.

But they're too old to live by themselves.

My brother has no intention of ever farming.

I'm their only option.

We still have a lot of land.

I know how to manage the business.

And there are other options, not just farming.

We can do anything, if we try.

Listen, Yuji.

I can't... This apartment is subsidized.

If I quit now, we'll have to move out anyway.

And I've had enough of this tiny little box.

Country living is so spacious.

I betrayed you.

I know.

Sorry, but I already knew.

I was going to quit, but I bought cigarettes anyway.

Why?

I'm not good enough for you?

Look at me!

I never imagined you'd betray me.

Why did you?

How come?

I wanted to sleep with him, so I did.

I'm an immoral woman.

You did nothing wrong.

It's not your fault.

I'll go out.

Where are you going?

To meet him?

Shopping, so I can cook your mother's stew.

Hello.

Starring Sakiko Takao

Masaki Miura

Masashi Endo

Directed by Shun Nakahara