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Original Work: AGATHA CHRISTIE Screenplay: MITANI KOKI

(Shimonoseki, 1933)

- Oh, thank you. - Is this the one?

Indeed, we are very grateful.

Thanks to you, Mr. Suguro, an important matter has been resolved.

It was nothing.

The honorable General was very pleased as well.

I put the grey matter to work.

I didn't expect that a suicide was disguised as a murder.

It was a very odd case.

If you ask me, it was a simple case.

What's with that train, I wonder?

As long as it's just on time, it's fine.

Have you eaten dried overnight puffer fish?

- No. - The ones from here are quite tasty.

I'll go to the shop and buy you some. Please eat it on the train.

No, there's no need. I don't particularly like dried fish--...

(Suguro Takeru, Private Detective)

Not now. Not now. (Suguro Takeru, Private Detective)

Not now. Not now.

When it's all over. When it's all behind us.

Then...

Let us go. It's time.

I detest the sea. Ugh, it reeks of nothing but foul fish.

You said you wanted to see the sea, didn't you?

Let's hurry.

(Shimonoseki Station)

Oh dear me.

Is there a problem, madame?

I put away my ticket somewhere but...

I'm always like this...

I really hate myself...

Could it be that you put it inside of something?

Um... Perhaps this...

(The New Testament)

I found it!

It seems God is looking out for you.

- There seems to be a problem. - What is it?

I went to buy you a ticket but it seems all the sleeper compartments are fully booked.

Fully booked!?

It's quite unusual, at this time of the year.

Are there still seats in the regular passenger carriage?

Won't it be tiring for you?

I am accustomed to traveling by train.

"Railway Line 2..." (Special Orient Express, Tokyo bound, 10:40 departure)

"Special Orient Express bound for Tokyo, will be departing at 10:40."

"Please note and do not miss your ride."

Excuse me.

Excuse me.

How do you eat this?

I would not know.

Is that dried overnight puffer fish?

It's delicious when roasted.

I thought so.

Well, if it isn't Mr. Suguro!

- Mr. Baku! - It's been a long time.

What are you doing in this neck of the woods?

Well, I have just accomplished a task in Kokura, and I'm now headed back to Tokyo. (Baku, Ministry of Railways executive)

- Are you riding the Orient Express? - Yes, I am.

Me, too!

It's going to be a fun journey.

The truth is I thought of taking my time in Hakata for a while but...

...I got called all of a sudden.

A somewhat serious incident has occurred.

It's always work, work, work.

Well, there's no helping it since you're the leading detective in the country!

Oh, please stop. Maybe I am just somewhat successful.

It's time.

Which reminds me. Since you are an executive of the Ministry of Railways, I have a favor to ask of you.

I am prepared to do anything for you, my friend.

Actually, I wasn't able to get hold of a return ticket for any of the sleeper compartments.

I don't believe it. It's unlikely they're all booked at this time of the year.

With your help, perhaps you could do something?

We can't have our world famous Detective Suguro stay in the regular carriage, can we?

Please leave it to me.

This dried overnight puffer fish...

Please accept it, if you like.

Oh, please don't bother. The thought alone, is enough for me.

Well then... Let us go.

- Oh, Miki! - Oh, Mr. Baku.

Find a compartment for this gentleman here.

It's urgent.

He is an important friend of mine.

Mr. Suguro Takeru. Are you familiar with his name?

Mr. Suguro... the detective? (Miki Buichi, Orient Express Conductor)

Precisely, I am a detective.

Please give him No. 12.

We have a spare compartment for times like this.

I really appreciate your kind help.

- I'm sorry, Mr. Baku. - Don't tell me, even No. 12 is taken?

- I am so sorry. - What happened?

Was there a convention somewhere? Is it a traveling party?

No, it just so happens that...

...a large number of passengers...

...are leaving this morning at the same time.

Oh, what luck. How about the second-class compartments?

Unfortunately, even the second-class compartments are all full.

What? That's impossible!

Excuse me.

- Yes. - My name is Baba. (Baba Maiko, 2nd Class Compartment No. 4)

Ms. Baba, isn't it? (Baba Maiko, 2nd Class Compartment No. 4)

Let's see... Oh... Your compartment is second-class No. 4.

Please enter through the entrance over at that end.

With that said, I'm afraid...

...I have to ask Japan's leading detective, Mr. Suguro...

...to kindly put up with somewhere else for today.

- Well, I guess I have to ride in the regular carriage after all. - No, it's out of the question!

It's bad for your body, to sit up all night in such a thing.

It's all right. I'll find a way somehow.

Well.... Has everyone arrived?

- Not yet... - Huh? Who hasn't arrived yet?

Mr. Miyamoto of second class compartment No. 2 is still...

That settles it! Bring Mr. Suguro's luggage to Compartment No. 2.

Oh, but...

Well, if you see this Miyamoto, just say, "You're too late" or something.

Will that be all right, sir?

It's almost late, he's no longer coming.

This Miyamoto Musashi (famous samurai) is late for his appointed time.

That's a good one.

Please go on board for now. If you need anything else, I'll see to it.

Thank you so much.

- Miki! - Very well, sir.

Allow me to take your luggage, sir.

Please enter here.

This way please.

- Mr. Conductor. - Yes, sir?

Is it all right if I use the latrine once the train leaves?

Of course, sir, it's fine to use it.

This way, Mr. Suguro.

- Thank you so much. - If you'll excuse me. (Hotoda Tamio, 2nd Class Compartment No. 1)

(Hotoda Tamio, 2nd Class Compartment No. 1)

This way. (Hotoda Tamio, 2nd Class Compartment No. 1)

Excuse me. Please come in. (Makuuchi Heita, 2nd Class Compartment No. 2)

(Makuuchi Heita, 2nd Class Compartment No. 2)

Um, wait... (Makuuchi Heita, 2nd Class Compartment No. 2)

Uh... Aren't you in the wrong compartment?

No, since there is no other vacant bed...

...this gentlemen here will use this one.

Well, Mr. Suguro, please take the upper bunk bed.

Thank you for putting up with me.

This gentleman... is Mr. Suguro Takeru.

- Huh? - Please enjoy your ride.

We will soon depart.

Thanks for the tip earlier.

I hope we'll get along well throughout our trip.

Please.

Uh, are you all right?

I have never climbed a ladder before.

Um, sir... sir...

If you like, I'll take the upper bed.

That would be helpful indeed! Thank you so much.

If you like, you can have this dried overnight-puffer fish.

No thank you.

Wabi-Sabi Subs presents: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS ~First Night~

It is the first time in my life that I have experienced sharing a room.

I often shared a room in the battlefield.

I am of a kind that is most unsuited to becoming a soldier.

It seems you are a famous person. The passengers are talking about you.

Unfortunately, until 2 years ago, I had been in Manchuria so...

I have been out of touch with the world.

I was famous starting 2 years ago though.

Forgive me.

I am Noto Iwao of the Army General Staff. (Noto Iwao, 1st Class Compartment No. 5)

(Noto Iwao, 1st Class Compartment No. 5)

I am Suguro Takeru. (Noto Iwao, 1st Class Compartment No. 5)

(Noto Iwao, 1st Class Compartment No. 5)

Excuse me.

(Masuda Etsuo, 2nd Class Compartment No. 1)

- Sir is calling for you. - Yes.

It's Makuuchi.

This is Homarde Lobster Thermidor.

Holy cow! Looks darn good...

This is what I imagine a journey should be like on a train.

If only I had a talent for writing.

Oh... What do you mean?

Isn't this a splendid scene?

People who are strangers to each other will spend the night together.

They will sleep and eat under one roof.

And after they arrive in Tokyo, they will all go their separate ways...

...and never see each other again. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime encounter.

It would make the most suitable subject for novels, wouldn't it?

However, it'll be a different story if a train accident occurs.

Mr. Suguro!

Then all of the people in here will be connected at one point in their lives.

Thus, it'll be the bonds of death.

Don't say morbid things.

Forgive me.

Well, indeed...

People from all walks of life have gathered here.

Presently, it is a modern Japanese trade fair.

- Do you mind if I sit here? - Please, be my guest.

Thank you. My name is Hazama. (Hazawa Saisuke, 1st Class Compartment No. 12)

(Hazawa Saisuke, 1st Class Compartment No. 12)

- I'm Hotoda. How are ya. - Nice to meet you. (Hazawa Saisuke, 1st Class Compartment No. 12)

I sell cars in Hakata.

I'm a fountain pen salesman.

Must I have to, as well?

Well, it's like what they say, "It's reassuring to have a traveling companion..." right?

The name is Masuda.

Must I state my profession, too?

- It's fine. - Please bring me water to my room later.

Oh, and orange juice, too.

(Marchioness Todoroki, 1st Class Compartment No. 11)

Make it in a larger glass. (Marchioness Todoroki, 1st Class Compartment No. 11)

(Marchioness Todoroki, 1st Class Compartment No. 11)

- At night, when my stomach gets... - She's Marchioness Todoroki, do you know her?

No.

Her late husband was a member of the House of Lords, if I'm not mistaken.

I wonder if it's true that she had danced with Itoo Hirofumi (statesman/nobility)...

...when she was younger? - Isn't it? You should be most careful...

...not to let your skin go dry during a train journey. It's not good for your beauty.

That is why I always bring a spray bottle whenever I go on a journey.

Every 5 minutes, I just spritz-spritz, spritz-spritz.

Please excuse me.

Oh, are you leaving already?

I am going back to my compartment. How about you?

Oh, me too.

I'll see you tomorrow.

Excuse me.

Oh! If you don't have a spray bottle, have a wet towel beside your bed.

- Is there something the matter? - No, nothing at all.

Excuse me, sir. Here is your Homarde Lobster Thermidor.

- Excuse me. - Yes, madam?

It's my first time to have such sloppy dressing. (Hirudegawa Sumiko, 1st Class Compartment No. 3)

Don't you have wine vinegar?

I am so sorry! I will bring you some right away.

Who is that couple?

Oh, the husband is a diplomat, I believe. (Count Ando, 1st Class Compartment No. 9)

They often take this train.

What a lovely wife he has. (Countess Ando, 1st Class Compartment No. 10)

The journey becomes pleasant when you travel with such people.

(Todo Osamu, 1st Class Compartment No. 7)

Where did you find it?

It was lying on the floor. May be slipped through the gap under the door...

Tell the conductor to give you a list of the passengers.

How can I do that?

Just find a way and hand it to me.

Go.

Yes, sir.

I'm ashamed to say bad things about a passenger but he sure has a nasty face.

He looks like a beastly baboon. Quite despicable.

- He is dressed in fine clothes though. - That is why he looks even more dangerous.

Even if it's a splendid cage...

He is like an ugly beast baring his fangs through the iron bars.

Excuse me, sir.

Mr. Suguro, a compartment has become available. It's the No. 6.

- Pardon me? - It's the private compartment that I was using.

- But you shouldn't have. - It's fine...

- I will transfer to the regular carriage. - I do not want to inconvenience you!

It's all right. I'm used to it.

Well, if you insist.

- Please take your time and enjoy your journey. - Thank you.

I'll be going ahead then. See you tomorrow.

- Where's my luggage? - I have transferred it.

Excuse me.

Detective Suguro Takeru.

(Mrs. Hatori, 1st Class Compartment No. 8)

I recognized you right away. Your face has been in the newspapers many times. (Mrs. Hatori, 1st Class Compartment No. 8)

Are you perhaps in pursuit of a culprit?

No, not really.

My daughter, you know, she loves detective novels...

After just reading halfway, she usually is able to guess correctly who the culprit is.

She'd say, "I want to be a detective or an investigator in the future"...

...but I'd say, "Please stop that."

After all, the novels are not the same as in the actual cases, am I right?

I wouldn't recommend it.

Well, then. Have a nice journey.

Could I borrow a light?

My name is Todo.

Pardon me but...

...you are Mr. Sugino, the detective, aren't you?

No, it's Suguro, to be exact.

- What? - It's Suguro. Su-gu-ro.

Mr. Sugino, I am a man who gets right to the point.

So I'm gonna speak bluntly. I want you to do a job for me.

I am sorry, but I accept cases...

...from a limited number of people, I'm afraid.

Fortunately, I have just enough stored away to eat.

Oh, come off it now.

You see, I have money.

As in plenty of money.

But you see, even if you're successful in business, there is always an enemy that shows up.

I too, have one such enemy.

- Only one? - What do you mean?

From your enemy's perspective, it is unlikely that their numbers could end at just one.

Well, in this case, it doesn't matter how many enemies there are.

- What matters is my life. - Is someone targeting your life?

Well... I am...

...a man who can look after himself quite well but...

I have this just in case.

I've heard you're a man who'll do a job for the right amount of money.

I'm sorry, Mr. Todo, but I don't think I'll live up to your expectations.

Name your asking price.

It seems you do not understand.

I only accept cases I am interested in.

¥2,500.

¥3,050. That's my final offer.

Why aren't you interested?

Forgive me for being personal but...

I do not like your face!

I have already moved your luggage, sir.

- Thank you very much. - Wait just a moment.

- But, you don't have to... - It's all right, dear.

- I have brought a lot. - Thank you. But I...

No need to be so formal.

You must read Hori Tatsuo's book, I insist.

Oh, Mr. Detective.

She wants to lend me her book of Hori Tatsuo but... (Kureta Sonoko, 2nd Class Compartment No. 4)

(Kureta Sonoko, 2nd Class Compartment No. 4)

...I have already read it. (Kureta Sonoko, 2nd Class Compartment No. 4)

You should have made it clear.

- Here you go. - I'm glad.

I also have plenty of medicine in case you cannot sleep.

If you're gonna stand there and talk, do it somewhere else!

Oh, we are so sorry, Mr. Todo.

I find that man somewhat odd.

He definitely has the face of a criminal.

You should be careful, Mr. Detective.

- Well, I will borrow this then. - Please enjoy it.

Well, good night Mr. Detective.

Have a pleasant night as well.

I am sorry about that, sir. This way please.

I want to sleep soundly tonight so a sleeping medicine would be handy.

Oh, I can deliver it to you later.

Not for me. For Mrs. Hatori.

Oh, yes...

Right this way sir.

Please.

Surely, I will have a good night sleep in such a compartment.

I certainly hope so, sir.

Please call me if there is anything you need.

- Thank you. - Good night, Mr. Suguro.

Howdy, sir. The name's Hotoda.

I take it you're Detective Suguro....

- What can I do for you? - If it fancies you...

...how about we go get a drink?

As em folks say, it's best to have a companion when travelin', ain't it?

I'd be happy to listen to stories of yer cases, or anythin' ya like to share.

I am surprisingly exhausted tonight.

Forgive me but maybe some other time.

Is there something wrong, Mr. Todo?

Mr. Todo?

Sorry. I was dreamin.

I had a nightmare.

Is there anything you need?

No, I'm fine.

Sleep well, Mr. Todo.

You called, Lady Todoroki?

Mrs. Hatori?

Mrs. Hatori!?

- This is not funny at all! - What's the matter, ma'am?

There was a man in my compartment!

Oh no...

When I woke up, there was a man in the corner of the room.

- It was no mistake! I saw him clearly! - But...

Go and inspect it now!

- Is it all right for me to enter? - He could still be there so...

...please be careful. - Yes, ma'am.

You have to understand...

No other man aside from my husband has seen my sleeping face...

Not even one!

Please let me sleep already!

I wonder where we are?

I heard someone said we might be somewhere in Sekigahara.

Will we be able to make it back to Tokyo today?

The conductor said it will take three days for the aid party to come.

Today is the celebration of my daughter's 5th month of pregnancy...

We're supposed to go to the shrine and pray for easy delivery.

Everyone is waiting for me in Tokyo.

I promised to meet with someone today.

Well, it seems best to give up.

Is there a way for me to contact someone?

My sister in Tokyo might be getting worried.

The conductor is here, everyone.

What on earth has happened!?

Are we going to be stranded here forever?

The train engineer is outside at present, examining the snow's situation.

Kindly wait for a little while longer.

At any rate, please try to brief us so we won't become uneasy.

Yes, I think we have the right to know.

I understand.

We will do our best.

Mr. Suguro, can you come with me please?

This way please.

Something terrible has happened!

What is the matter?

May I borrow your compartment?

Oh, of course.

The train has stopped, because of this snow.

That alone is a serious problem but now...

- But now? - Oh, it's terrible.

Please tell me what it is.

A passenger is lying dead on his bed.

- Not only that, he's been stabbed. - Oh dear.

Mr. Suguro, we need your help!

I cannot help you move the train but...

...with this one, I think I can be a bit of service.

- I knew I could count on you! - Well, who has been murdered?

He is Dr. Suda, a physician riding in the other carriage.

Hello.

I estimate the time of death between 12 midnight to 2 am.

Perhaps around 1 o'clock in the morning.

1 o'clock...

This is Todo's manservant, the one who discovered the body.

Tell Mr. Suguro what happened that time.

I came to bring him his medicine but...

...when I knocked on his door there was no reply.

Since the door was locked with the chain...

I thought he had a seizure or something...

...so I called for the conductor and asked him to open it.

Was the door locked from the inside with a chain?

Yes, it was.

Is there a possibility of a suicide?

There are more than 10 stab wounds in the body so it's unlikely he killed himself.

Do not vomit here!

Sorry, sir.

What was the window like when you entered the compartment?

It was open.

That'd be all. Thank you.

Please don't mention this yet with the other passengers.

I understand.

Can you please call the secretary?

Certainly.

So the culprit escaped through here.

Do you know what time the train stopped?

- Miki. - Yes, sir.

- What time did the train stop? - Around 30 minutes past midnight, sir.

The culprit made it look like he escaped through this window.

But there are no footprints in the snow.

Could they have been erased by the falling snow?

Though the window was open all night...

...not much snow has piled up in the room.

Perhaps by the time, the window was opened...

...the snow had immediately ceased.

Then, what does it mean?

There was a big miscalculation on the culprit's part.

It was this snow.

Because of this snow, the train stopped...

...and made it impossible for him to get off at the next station.

Furthermore, it stopped snowing after the crime was committed...

...that is why he could no longer escape outside.

So that means?

Can one exit from the sleeper carriage to the regular carriage?

No, you can't. The passageway is locked.

- I see. - So that means...

- Do you know? - No, I don't.

The perpetrator is among us.

Right now, he or she is inside this train!

There are 12 stab wounds.

Two of which are but light wounds.

It appears that at least 3 of the wounds are fatal.

It's a haphazard form of stabbing, isn't it?

The culprit is a woman, isn't it? A man will not stab in such a manner.

Mr. Todo's life had been targeted.

- How do you know that? - He said so himself.

I see, so that culprit is an assassin?

Well, this is a fairly amateurish way of killing.

And I also found something strange...

Two of the wounds here... This and this one...

Even though both are deep wounds that reach the artery...

...not much blood came out of them.

That is indeed very interesting.

What does it mean?

He was stabbed repeatedly even after he is already dead.

It seems there was considerable resentment.

I agree.

It's not the only thing I found strange.

These wounds...

...were clearly done by someone who was right-handed.

However, these ones...

...could only have been done by a left-handed person.

- What does that mean? - However, the biggest mystery of all...

...is why didn't the victim defend himself.

How come you knew?

He himself showed it to me last night.

Gentlemen, let us organize the facts.

Our culprit has the strength of a man...

...the frailty of a woman...

...is a right-handed and left-handed person as well.

What kind of person is that?

What station did the train had its last stop-over?

- Uh... Miki! - Yes!

Uh... It was at Maibara, sir.

What time?

- Uh... Miki! - Yes!

I think it was around 45 minutes past 11, sir.

That means, the culprit got on at Maibara.

- You're jumping to conclusions. - I'm an impatient man, aren't I?

What on earth are you doing here?

We were expecting you!

- Are you all right? - I'm fine, thank you, sir.

Please bring me a list of the passengers and a lay-out sketch of the compartments.

Oh... Certainly, sir.

What is the meaning of this?

Mr. Todo has died.

- Died? - I'm afraid so.

Then, who killed him?

Do you think he was killed?

Now hang on a minute here. Before anything else...

...what right do you have to... - I have authorized...

...Det. Suguro Takeru to investigate this matter.

Are you satisfied?

I assumed he was killed because of the letters.

- Letters? - Threatening letters, so to speak.

Do you want to see them?

Please bring it to us.

Somewhat suspicious, that young fellow.

Let's go back to examining the scene.

I see. Yes, indeed.

This explains why he wasn't able to defend himself.

Is there poison inside?

It's a sleep drug.

He seems to have been asleep.

There is a trace of something burnt.

Oh, you are right.

Do not touch it!

This is a woman's handkerchief.

The culprit must have dropped it!

It's a woman, I knew it.

Quite a convenient clue, isn't it?

And luckily for us, there's an initial on it.

"N"...

Alright! Let us examine the passenger list immediately.

There is also this...

A pipe cleaner.

Could it have been used by the victim?

Yes but the victim smoked cigarettes.

I too have found something.

It stopped at 1:15.

Could it be the time he was killed?

Maybe so, but then again, maybe not.

All right then. I too will try to look for something.

Is there something wrong?

Well, there are too many clues in this room.

Here is the passenger list and the lay-out sketch of the carriage.

Thank you. I'm sorry to be always imposing on you but...

Please tell the maid of the Marchioness to bring me her hat box.

Does she have a hat box?

Please, it's urgent.

Oh, of course, sir.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

He was stabbed more than 10 times.

It's the first time I've seen a dead body.

- Where are the threatening letters? - Oh, here.

Thank you.

"You cannot escape from the organization."

"Now is the time for the traitor to receive God's wrath".

I see! It's a criminal organization.

- What organization is that? - I have no idea.

Can you please be quiet?

But doesn't it reek of the smell of the underworld?

I don't know about that but Todo was quite scared.

These were not written by one person.

At least two or more people were involved.

It's got to be a criminal organization.

What was Mr. Todo's profession?

He was a so-called businessman. He had trade relations in Yokohama.

He must have crossed over into a dangerous area.

- What was his early life like? - Well...

The truth is I don't know anything much. Oh...

Because he was pretty much a man of secrecy.

Just that...

He probably came from Tohoku.

How do you know?

Because it really bothered him when his accent slips out.

You didn't like Mr. Todo much, did you?

It's awkward to say this in front of the deceased person but...

I hated him.

Because he was untrustworthy...

...cruel and--.. I--...

...I can sense he was a dangerous man.

You may go.

Oh... am I...

...a suspect?

You might have been one, if you had acted deliberately sad...

...regarding Mr. Todo's death.

If there is anything, please call me any time.

He comes off as a good young man.

In the end, it turns out we do not know much about this person named Todo.

Is this what you requested for, sir?

A broken pocket watch...

A handkerchief with an initial on it...

A pipe cleaner.

We don't know yet whether they are genuine or fake.

However, this evidence is the only one we can determine if it's real.

What has it got to do with the hat box?

I use this when maintaining my mustache.

The culprit probably burned this.

Something might have been written here that can show the relationship...

...between the culprit and the victim.

That is why he tried to get rid of it.

It will show up in an instant...

So don't dare blink.

"You... Goriki Seiko".

I see. So that's what it was.

"Goriki Seiko..." I've heard it somewhere...

It explains everything.

This man's identity...

...as well as why he had to be killed!

Huh? Goriki... Goriki...

Damn... What was that...

Well, I do remember something about that but...

Was it something to do with Colonel Goriki?

It happened 5 years ago.

The Colonel's daughter was kidnapped...

She was found dead even though the ransom money was paid.

It was a shocking incident.

Goriki Seiko...

...was the name of the victim, barely 7 years old when she died.

Indeed...

The Colonel's wife suffered a miscarriage at that time due to shock...

...and she too had died. (Colonel's wife sudden dead, fetus is stillborn)

And then, the Colonel himself couldn't stand the sadness and killed himself with a handgun.

If my memory serves me right...

...a maid of the Goriki household also died.

She was suspected of being the culprit...

...and killed herself as a way of protest against the police.

I only remember how depressing it was.

But then, what does it have to do with this current case?

Some time after the incident, a gang of kidnappers was arrested.

The ringleader was Kasahara Kenzo. Also known as KasaKen.

He is famous in the underside of society.

Due to insufficient evidence, he was acquitted.

Rumor has it that he bought the judge.

Nevertheless, the world knew it.

That he... was definitely the real culprit!

So you're saying that that man is Todo?

He changed his name...

Took the money he robbed from Col. Goriki, and established his business.

However, revenge was finally exacted yesterday.

So it means, a passenger inside this train...

...is associated with someone from the Goriki house?

Perhaps that person is the culprit.

So you're saying it's not a criminal organization?

Then why did the culprit...

...burn only the letter that has the name of a person from the Goriki house?

Why, you ask...

It's because he does not want his ties with the Goriki house to be known.

I see!

So the culprit has ties with the Goriki house!

Then, how will we proceed with the investigation?

The only thing we can do is listen to what the people have to say.

It seems you have prepared it.

Please.

Then, I will now call the first person.

First, I'd like to start with you.

Me, sir?

- Then, present your identification card. - Uh, yes.

I'm afraid I have nothing much to say.

How long have you been doing this work?

It'll be 30 years, sir.

You're from Shimonoseki?

Yes, sir.

There is a photograph in here.

It's my daughter, sir.

She died of high fever 5 years ago.

Ah, sorry. Please excuse me.

I didn't expect that I'll be asked of such a thing.

What time did Todo enter his compartment?

It was after he had his dinner so...

...it was around 9:30 pm.

Did anyone enter his room?

Let's see, his manservant Mr. Masuda, and his secretary, Mr. Makuuchi.

Then the last time you saw Mr. Todo was at 9:30?

Well, I did hear his voice.

I think it was around 12:40...

From Mr. Todo's room, I heard groaning...

I knocked on his door and from inside I heard...

..."I was dreamin".

It was what I heard as well.

At that time, a bell was ringing from somewhere, am I right?

It was the Marchioness.

It is presumed the murder happened...

...at 1:15.

Where were you at that time?

I was at the conductor's seat.

All throughout the time?

Well, I did go once to the next carriage.

For what reason?

I exchanged operational information with the conductor in charge of the other carriage.

That was all, sir.

Speaking of 1:15...

...Mrs. Hatori had rung the bell.

This isn't funny at all!

I do remember the commotion.

It turned out that the missus was mistaken.

Did you...

...see anyone in the corridor late last night?

I did see a lady.

It seems she was headed towards the lavatory at the other end of the carriage.

Who was it?

Well, I couldn't tell since her back was towards me.

She was dressed in a bright red kimono with a dragon embroidered on its back.

What time was that?

Let's see, I think it was around 1:30.

Anything else?

Well... oh!

Colonel Noto came out of Mr. Makuuchi's compartment...

It seems they chatted until late last night.

Col. Noto returned to his room.

I think that was past 2 am.

After that, no one came out of his or her room.

Thank you.

Was I of some help, sir?

A great deal of help.

I will now call Mr. Makuuchi.

How will I explain it to the passengers?

- I will go with you. - Very well, sir.

Seems an honest fellow.

I think he is far from our perpetrator.

Even an honest man...

...can commit a crime.

But he had a very coherent testimony.

Too coherent, I should say.

Is that a problem?

Usually, when a person recounts events culled from memory...

...he would not tell them in their order.

Normally, he recalls bits and pieces randomly.

Mr. Miki told what happened in a very sequential order.

I am sorry for calling you again. (Makuuchi Heita, Todo's secretary)

We have found the identity of your employer.

What?

Are you familiar with the incident regarding Col. Goriki's daughter?

I remember it.

The suspect in that case... Kasahara Kenzo. Otherwise known as KasaKen.

It can't be...

Didn't you know?

If I had known...

I wouldn't have become the secretary of such a person.

How did you know?

There was a letter of threat in his compartment.

But surely, I...

Nevertheless, I don't believe it.

Such a thing is...

- You seem upset. - Well, of course I am!

It's because I knew Col. Goriki's wife very well.

- Do you have ties with the Goriki house? - No not really...

It wasn't actually much of a connection but...

When I worked at a charitable organization before...

...I met her there a few times.

It's because the missus was the president.

She was a nice person.

The lady pictured here is the missus. Next to her is me.

Well... She was quite beautiful--

KasaKen was the real culprit.

It was obvious that he is the man who killed the girl.

If given the chance, would you kill him yourself?

Of course.

However, I am not the murderer.

Can you tell us what happened last night?

What happened the last time you met with the victim?

Was it around 11?

I confirmed with him regarding our schedule in Tokyo.

- After that? - Afterwards...

I talked with Col. Noto.

Is he a friend of yours?

No, not really. We only met yesterday.

He is very knowledgeable, and quite respectable.

I learned about international affairs from him.

Did you exit the train last night?

I did...

Was it the Otsu Station, I wonder...

The Colonel and I went out to stretch our legs.

However, it was bitterly cold outside.

We rushed back inside.

Was the door locked when you went outside?

It was locked...

Uh, it seems the bolt was in place.

Oh, it's really snowing...

If that's what you mean by "locked"...

Did you place back the bolt when you returned?

Did I... place it back...?

No, I didn't, actually...

No good.

I was the last one at the door but...

Whether I inserted it--

Hang on a minute... Does that mean...

...that the culprit came in from there?

After that, did you see anyone in the corridor?

There was a woman who went past.

- Did you see her face? - No, I didn't.

Lastly...

Do you smoke a pipe?

I don't smoke. The Colonel did.

That would be all.

Please tell the manservant to come.

Yes.

Nevertheless...

...I'm surprised.

That somehow Todo was KasaKen.

It's a surprisingly...

...small world.

You found an acquaintance of the Goriki house right away, eh?

But I don't think he's our culprit.

Why not?

Well for one thing, his arms were this thin.

What do you think?

He talked too much.

In most cases, the real culprit will talk excessively.

In order to protect himself.

(Masuda Etsuo, Todo's manservant)

Over here please. (Masuda Etsuo, Todo's manservant)

Excuse me.

How long have you been working for Mr. Todo?

A year, sir.

Have you heard from Mr. Makuuchi regarding the identity of your employer?

I just heard now.

What is your impression?

My employer's past life is not any of my concern.

When was the last time you saw Mr. Todo?

The last time I saw him was when he was lying dead on his bed this morning.

Perhaps my words weren't enough.

When did you see him last alive?

Around 11 o'clock last night.

What transpired during that time?

Nothing out of the ordinary, just the usual, sir.

Can you be more specific.

As always, I prepared his things for his nighttime rest.

Should I be more specific, sir?

I folded his clothes, and prepared his medicine and nightcap.

Was there anything out of the ordinary?

There was none.

Was he nervous or did he raise his voice, that sort of thing?

He was nervous, and did raise his voice.

However, he was always like that.

What was the medicine?

Medicine to help him sleep, sir.

Please tell us your activities last night.

I was in my room the whole time.

Mine is No. 1, sir.

Whom are you sharing it with?

I believe his name is Mr. Hotoda.

He is from Kyushu.

What did you do in your compartment?

- I was reading a book. - What book?

A book by Tanizaki Junnichiro.

What time did you sleep?

- I didn't sleep. - Why not?

It is because Mr. Hotoda's teeth gnashing was too loud.

I didn't get a wink of sleep all night.

During that time, did he go out of your compartment?

Only once.

I believe he tried to invite you out, sir.

Oh, right.

Other than that, he did not even once leave the compartment.

Then, for my last question...

- Do you smoke a pipe? - No, I don't.

You can go.

It may come off as impertinent but...

What is it?

Mrs. Hatori is somewhat agitated.

She said she knows there was a culprit.

And that she had seen the person responsible for the crime.

- Kindly call her please. - Certainly.

Somehow, I find him suspicious.

- He's the culprit, isn't he? - What do you think of him?

To me, he seemed to be telling the truth.

He didn't give any unnecessary details.

Even so, he didn't talk too much.

That too is a bad thing?

It appears he was hiding something from me.

But with this...

...the criminal organization angle sounds even more plausible, doesn't it?

Todo who betrayed the organization, had been targeted by an assassin.

That is why, he was nervous.

Are you disregarding the Goriki house?

It has nothing to do with it.

Now who's in charge here?

I have very important information.

I want to talk to the person in charge as soon as possible.

I am that person.

Stay calm and listen.

There was a murder last night.

And then... I saw the murderer.

I was sleeping on my bed you see...

I woke up suddenly. It was pitch dark. (Mrs. Hatori, tourist)

And then, there was a man standing in the corner of the room.

I was so frightened!

I pretended to sleep the whole time. I couldn't even scream.

"What shall I do, he'll kill me," I thought, shaking.

But then I thought...

"Well, he won't get my jewelry."

Because you see, I put them inside a sock, and placed it under my pillow.

I learned that from my daughter.

Uh, where was I?

When you realized that there was a man in your compartment.

I was so scared.

But then I summoned up my courage and called for the conductor.

I rang the bell. I rang and rang but he did not come.

I thought, maybe the conductor was already murdered.

Then, finally the conductor appeared.

I turned on the light, and he asked me "What happened".

Then? Was there anyone in the compartment?

There was none. I even looked under the chair.

Clearly, the man got away.

What was he like?

Who? The conductor?

No, the man who was in your room.

How could I know that? I told you...

I was too frightened. I stayed quiet and my eyes were shut.

So you didn't see the intruder.

No, I didn't.

- You didn't? - It's the same as saying that I "practically saw" him.

At first, I thought it was the man in the next compartment.

The what's-his-name who was murdered.

Because you see, our adjoining door wasn't locked.

What time did you see the man?

Who knows.

That's important information.

Because I couldn't afford to look at the clock.

It was night. Roughly, in the evening.

That's too rough of an estimate.

At any rate, there was undoubtedly a man inside my compartment!

I have proof.

Proof!?

This morning, I found this on the floor in the corner of the room.

- This is... - Do you recognize it?

It's the button from a conductor's uniform.

Let us check with Miki later.

That would be great.

Madame...

We are not yet through, actually...

Oh, dear.

I have a few questions to ask you.

The door leading to the next compartment, why wasn't it locked?

- Who said that? - It was you, just now.

It was locked.

Which is it?

What I mean is it was locked at first.

What was her name? The mousy lady who is a church worker.

- Ms. Kureta. - Right!

It wasn't locked when I asked Ms. Kureta to check the door.

Why was Ms. Kureta inside your compartment?

You want me to explain from there?

If you please.

She came in to ask for sleep medicine, and I gave it to her.

I told her it's inside my bag, and to open it herself.

So incidentally, I asked her to check whether the door was locked.

Why didn't you check it yourself?

Because I was already in bed.

Which reminds me, I felt sorry for her.

At first, she had mistaken the next room for mine.

Was it Mr. Todo's?

She was terribly upset.

It seems he told her something rather vulgar.

You'll never catch me saying such words. So listen and imagine it is him talking.

I will do so.

"Whatchu want? If it's me ya want, I can keep you company any time."

Such nasty words.

Do you remember the kidnapping incident involving Col. Goriki's daughter?

I do.

What about it?

How about the suspect in the case?

The man was somehow quickly acquitted, right?

- What was his name again? - KasaKen.

Right! KasaKen. I was surprised.

He definitely did it.

Someday, he will be punished.

He received his punishment yesterday.

What do you mean?

No, don't tell me...

- That man was... - Yes.

So that's why.

I thought so, right from the start.

That he had the face of a villain.

Do you personally know any member of the Goriki household?

Of course not.

They were very rich, weren't they? They were of a higher society.

Their world was different from mine.

You've been very helpful. Thank you very much.

- Is there anything else? - It's fine.

I still want to discuss.

It's fine.

By the way, madame...

Do you have a red silk dressing gown?

What an odd question. No, I don't.

I do have two dressing gowns, one is pink and one, white.

They were presents from my daughter.

But why do you ask?

A woman wearing a red dressing gown, was wandering in the corridor late last night.

Well, I'm sure it wasn't me.

Oh, madame.

You forgot your handkerchief.

That isn't mine.

But the initial "N"...

My name "Noriko" may start with an N but...

I don't use such a pompous handkerchief.

After all, a handkerchief is only for blowing one's nose, am I right?

That was somewhat exhausting.

It was true that someone was inside her compartment, right?

Since she seems to be a lady who strongly insists on her assumptions...

...I couldn't get a word in edgewise.

It was exhausting indeed.

However, her testimony reinstates the external factor theory of the crime.

After the culprit killed KasaKen, he escaped outside via Mrs. Hatori's room.

It's impossible.

What is it with you!

You keep disagreeing with what I say!

Because... it's not plausible. Isn't it, Mr. Suguro?

What do you think, Mr. Suguro?

This is not my button, sir.

All of my buttons are intact.

Well, it's nothing to worry about. It's just a delusion of an old woman.

- But what about the button? - There are lots of these buttons around.

She must have picked it up somewhere else.

- That'd be all, Miki. You can go. - Yes, sir.

I'll take my leave. Please excuse me.

With that now, what are we to make of this?

Ms. Kureta. Right this way, please. (Kureta Sonoko, Church Worker)

Please take a seat.

Do you mind if I ask you some questions?

Please hold on a minute. I have to prepare myself first.

- Shall we do this later? - Oh, no...

I don't want to inconvenience other people.

I'm ready.

- Please state your name. - Kureta Sonoko.

- Your profession? - I help with church work.

In Shimonoseki.

- What is the purpose of your journey? - To go sight-seeing.

I have a younger sister in Tokyo.

What happened last night?

- I am not the murderer! - No, ma'am...

We're asking these questions to every passenger in turn.

It appears, Madame...

...that you are the last person who had seen Mr. Todo alive.

Excuse me?

You entered his compartment by mistake, did you not?

I did NOT go in!

I knocked on his door. I had mistaken his compartment for Mrs. Hatori's.

And then, he came out.

Did you actually see him in person?

Yes.

Then, what happened next?

I went inside Mrs. Hatori's compartment. I got some medicine...

...and returned to my own compartment.

According to Mrs. Hatori, you checked the door between compartments if it's locked?

- Yes. - How was it?

- How what? - Did you lock it?

Yes. I went like this.

Please do that again.

I went like this...

Oh, was it like this? No! It's this way...

Like this! This!

So it was in a sideways position and you turned it upright?

Yes! I think...?

Then, you went back to your compartment. Do you remember what time it was?

At 11:25.

How come you remember it so clearly?

Because it's my habit to look at the time.

What happened next?

I slept until morning.

Can you please point to where your compartment is?

This one.

Whom do you share it with?

Ms. Baba. The lady who's very kind and pretty.

Did Ms. Baba leave the compartment late at night?

Not even once!

How would you know if you were asleep?

I'm a light sleeper.

Do you own a red silk dressing gown?

No.

- Do you remember the Col. Goriki case!? - I'm sorry...

But can you slow it down please?

Do... you... know... about the Col. Goriki case?

Thank you very much.

C-... Can I go back now?

We are grateful for your cooperation.

Please.

I don't think she's the type who can kill.

There are some women who look like they can't kill an insect, but have killed their husbands.

Well, I have found some significant facts of the case.

Regarding the lock, wasn't it?

I remember the turn lock of my own compartment very well.

You turn it sideways to lock it. You turn it upright to unlock it.

When Ms. Kureta locked it, she had actually unlocked it.

- That woman, what on earth... - If so...

Then, Mrs. Hatori's story about a man hiding in her compartment is not altogether a lie.

See?

Mr. Suguro...

I've arranged the events in their order based on their testimonies...

- Would you like to hear it? - I see.

That would be most helpful.

Pardon me... for my meticulous nature.

Let's see. I will read it now.

At around 11 pm...

Masuda the manservant prepared the sleeping drug and left Todo's room.

At past 11:00...

Makuuchi visited Todo in his room.

At around 11:25...

Ms. Kureta saw Todo in person.

At 11:45 pm...

The train made a stop at Maibara.

Thirty minutes past 12.

The train stopped at an avalanche.

12:37...

Todo had a nightmare, and the conductor got called.

Fifteen minutes past 1 am.

Todo's pocket watch had stopped.

It is possibly the time that he was murdered.

At 1:17...

Mrs. Hatori saw a man in her compartment and called the conductor.

- That was quite splendid, Doctor. Very clear, indeed. - Oh, thank you.

This clears it, doesn't it?

As I thought, the culprit came from outside the train.

The time of murder is at 1:15.

The culprit escaped outside via Mrs. Hatori's compartment.

Todo was killed by someone from the underworld.

However, if that's true... where had the culprit disappeared into?

I still feel that he's among the passengers.

If that's the case, it's that car salesman!

Kyushu people are usually hot-blooded!

He must be a gangster.

No doubt about it. He's the culprit!

But the manservant testified that he did not even once leave the compartment.

Then, he too was in on it.

It's improbable.

What do you think, Mr. Suguro?

The more I think about this case...

...the less simple it gets.

(Todoroki Natsu, Marchioness)

Please.

Please.

Um...

If you don't mind, we prefer to speak with each individual privately.

We will call for you later. Sorry about that.

With the train stopping and such happening in your journey...

...please accept my humble apologies.

I've heard that a murder has taken place.

I of course, heard it from all the passengers.

If you find any of my questions offensive, I apologize in advance.

Do you live in Tokyo?

Yes.

I am spending my twilight years touring the country with my maid.

May I ask what you did after you had your supper last night?

I went to bed immediately after my meal.

I read until 11 in the evening, and then I turned off the light.

I had difficulty sleeping so I rang the bell and called for my maid.

Please call my maid.

Certainly, Your Ladyship.

I recall that being at 12:45.

While she was giving me a massage...

...I read a book until I fell asleep.

I don't remember what time she left my compartment.

Had the train stopped at that time?

It had.

Incidentally, Madame, does this handkerchief belong to you?

No.

It has a letter "N" on it. I believe your name is...

..."Natsu"... - It isn't mine.

Can I ask you regarding the Col. Goriki incident?

I heard from Mrs. Hatori...

...that the murdered man is the real culprit behind that incident.

That seems to be the case.

I know very well Col. Goriki and his family.

You know them personally?

The Colonel's wife, Soneko was my goddaughter.

Soneko's mother was an actress.

Awashima Yachiyo...

She and I had been friends since our younger days.

Awashima Yachiyo... I remember her.

She was such a superb actress.

She portrayed Lady Macbeth once...

...she was far superior than any actor.

Has she already passed away?

Her health is not in a very good condition right now.

I heard she is in a bedridden state.

If I remember vaguely...

...it seems that Col. Goriki's wife Soneko also had a sibling...

...am I correct? - Excuse me...

What does that have anything to do with this current situation?

It's possible that the culprit who killed Todo is directly involved with the Goriki family.

- You don't say! - How about it, Madame?

Aside from Mrs. Goriki, does Awashima Yashiko have any other child?

If I'm not mistaken...

...there is a second daughter. - A younger sister, eh?

- But I don't remember much. - Do you know her name?

I have forgotten it.

Enough, let's end it now.

I feel tired.

What is your name?

The name is Suguro Takeru. Pleased to make your acquaintance.

I remember you now.

You are the famous detective.

I suppose it was fated to come to this.

Please excuse me, gentlemen.

- I will walk you to your compartment. - I can walk by myself!

Just mind your own work!

I am sorry, madame.

She's terribly intimidating.

Nevertheless, even if she's very much related with the Goriki house...

...it's highly unlikely that she is the culprit.

I agree.

However, her last words bother me.

What does she mean by "fated to come to this"?

Thank you for your time, Count Ando. (Count Ando, diplomat)

Do you know about the incident last night?

- Of course. - With regards to that matter...

...we are asking questions to all the passengers.

I fully understand the situation. However, my wife and I...

...won't be of much help to you, I'm afraid.

We both were asleep, and we heard nothing.

Do you know anything about the victim?

Apparently, he was the suspect in the Col. Goriki case, right?

Were you acquainted with the members of the Goriki family?

I never met them.

Would you kindly point at the location of your compartment?

Here and here.

We made them into adjoining rooms.

What time did you return to your compartment?

I don't remember the time.

After dinner, my wife and I played a short game of cards in our compartment...

Afterwards, we went to bed.

That's about it.

Please tell us the purpose of your trip.

I am a diplomat. My work involves a lot of traveling.

Does your wife accompany you even while you work?

Not always.

These identification booklets you submitted, they are passports, aren't they?

Do you carry these around even when you're traveling domestically?

Occasionally, yes.

I would like to interview your wife.

There is no need.

She will only tell you the same things I have said.

That may be true but...

...I still would like to hear from your wife directly.

I said, that won't be necessary.

It's matter of formality, sir. Please try to understand.

It can't be him as well!

A person like that can't possibly be a murderer!

A stain on such a spot, eh...? (Ando Ryoko)

This is his wife's passport. The spot on her name... "Ando Ryoko"...

You're right.

But what about it?

I have a tendency to mind little things.

Judging from that Count's appearance...

I believe he is the kind of person who pays close attention to personal grooming.

That is why, I am bothered by this small stain.

Perhaps the wife is a sloppy woman?

With a man such as that?

An untidy wife does not suit him.

Then perhaps some careless official made the stain.

No need to fuss over a trivial thing.

I am sorry for the trouble of coming here.

I was told you wanted to see me? (Countess Ando, Count Ando's wife)

This will not take long. Please have a seat.

Excuse me.

I have only one question.

Did you hear or see anything related to last night's incident?

I saw and heard nothing.

I drank a sleeping medication and was asleep.

Thank you very much. You are welcome to go.

Is that all?

They did say it won't take long.

Oh, please wait a moment.

Sir, do you smoke a pipe?

I smoke cigars.

Why ask such a thing?

When investigating an incident, sometimes you have to question everything.

For example, what color is the Countess' dressing gown?

Aren't you being rude?

It's pale pink.

What a funny question. Is that important?

Extremely so, Your Ladyship.

I will detain you no longer. You are free to go.

What a lovely woman indeed.

But that did not seem very helpful at all.

Indeed.

Two people who saw and heard...

...nothing.

Here.

So... Who's next?

Col. Noto. He said he works for the Army General Staff.

He sounds like a formidable fellow.

For me, I suspect that Kyushu person. It isn't his turn yet?

Do not be so impatient.

We've been expecting you. Right this way, please.

(Noto Iwao, Army Colonel)

Were you traveling to Shimonoseki?

I attended to some business in Kokura.

Was it the Kokura Army Arsenal?

- Yes. - I was there too up until yesterday.

There was a bit of an incident there.

Can we proceed with the matter at hand already?

Do you know the lady passenger by the name of Ms. Baba?

- Why do you ask? - I think for a fact...

...that this woman is the most likely culprit in this incident.

The victim was stabbed 12 times. It's highly unlikely such a manner of killing was done by a man.

It's an emotional yet calculated murder. I sense an intense determination.

Among all the passengers, the one who matches the picture of the culprit the most is...

...Ms. Baba.

What are your thoughts about her?

Why are you asking me?

You told me you work for the Army General Staff.

Aren't you skilled in human observations?

Do you think she's unlikely related to the incident?

This is stupid.

The incident happened at 1:15 am...

What were you doing around that time?

Around the time of his murder, I was having a talk with his secretary.

Makuuchi, I believe.

Was the door open when you were talking?

Yes, it was. I was smoking a pipe.

Since some people are bothered by the smell of the smoke...

...I have to open it as much as possible.

During that time, did anyone pass through the corridor?

I remember a woman who passed by.

She was wearing some sort of red dressing gown.

It was for an instant so I didn't catch a glimpse of her face.

Are we done?

Do you remember the Col. Goriki incident?

It was a tragic event.

Do you know Col. Goriki?

Of course I know his name. I heard he was a fine person.

And that he was liked by everyone.

He was a great soldier too, wasn't he?

He was awarded the 2nd Class Order of the Golden Kite*. (*Imperial Army's highest award for military bravery)

The mastermind of that incident was the man who was murdered last night.

I heard.

Well, if you ask me...

It's a matter of a villain getting his comeuppance.

I think so, too.

But if from the beginning, he was taken to a jury, he should have gotten the death penalty.

I see.

Because I believe trial by jury is the soundest system of all, don't you agree?

I am done with my questions.

Then, can I give you one piece of information?

Oh, go ahead please.

When I left Makuuchi's compartment, and returned to mine...

May I?

My compartment is here.

But the man from this compartment was peeking out of his door.

No. 12!

He closed the door as soon as he saw me.

Seems strange, isn't it?

Thank you for your valuable information.

Col. Noto smokes a pipe. He was the only one who admitted it without my asking.

Suspicious indeed.

He was likely related to Col. Goriki.

- Suspicious, I'm telling you! - Yes, but...

He did say he didn't know him very well.

To the extent that he even knew about the medal, I think he knew him quite well.

He is our culprit!

The thing about Ms. Baba, what was that about?

That was just a leading question.

I wanted to see if the two are acquaintances.

He is most likely the culprit!

However, a cool and collected gentleman like him...

I wonder if he could stab a corpse in a haphazard manner?

That is the problem.

Next, shall we call on the Kyushu person?

No, let's save the fun bit for later.

Better yet, let's clear up the issue with the fellow from compartment No. 12.

What was he looking at, late at night...

I very much would like to know.

Hello.

Nice to meet you. My name's Hazama.

I assume you've already heard about the murder incident.

Of course. This is why you are questioning all the passengers, right? (Hazama Saisuke, fountain pen salesman)

My heart was pounding whenever I thought I would be called next.

I believe you are a salesman of fountain pens.

- No, I am not. - You're not?

I suppose it's better if I tell you everything.

I am this.

You're a detective!?

We're the same, aren't we, Mr. Suguro?

Mr. Todo had hired me to be his protection.

- Of Todo? - Yes.

His life was being targeted.

If you were protecting him...

...why didn't you take the compartment next to his?

I wasn't able get it since it was already reserved.

Only No. 12 was available.

It's usually the room the conductor uses.

Did Todo say anything about the person who was targeting his life?

Yes. He said it was a small, dark man with a high voice, like a woman's.

- Small, dark, and high-pitched voice? - Yes.

Did you hear about Todo's real identity?

I was surprised.

So was he likely killed by someone related to the Goriki family?

Can you please tell us what you did throughout last night?

Yes.

Didn't you get any sleep?

Well, I'm accustomed to the work.

I'd been watching the corridor from my compartment.

That's what Col. Noto had seen.

It matches his story.

Was there anyone suspicious?

No, there wasn't.

The rest of the time, I mainly saw the conductor.

At the least, no one came from the previous carriage.

Even when we were at Maibara, nobody came through the rear door.

I guarantee it.

That'd be all.

By the way, do you smoke a pipe?

I don't smoke a pipe.

A detective smokes cigarettes, am I right?

Feel free to ask me anything. I'm willing to cooperate.

If you'll excuse me.

No. I don't think he's our man.

- Based on what? - My gut feeling.

Is he a real detective?

It does seem certain.

However...

...regarding whether Todo had indeed hired him...

...is somewhat questionable.

- What makes you say so? - Todo had...

...requested me to be his protection.

At that time, he didn't mention about this fellow at all.

Then, what he said about watching the corridor all night was a lie?

I do not know.

What I'm more unsure of is...

...if he had indeed lied...

...then that would make Col. Noto a liar as well.

Well then, here comes finally, Mr. Baku's granted request.

The appearance of the Kyushu person.

Good day. I am Hotoda Tamio. (Hotoda Tamio, car salesman)

Mr. Hotoda, what is it that you do?

I am a car salesman in Hakata.

What is the purpose of your trip to Tokyo?

Every time new cars come into Tokyo, I go to test drive em.

Anyway, the best way to see if a car suits ya is to ride it.

It's the only way.

I dunno if it's the same with women though.

Do you know about the incident last night?

Well, the man who got murdered was some kinda despicable fella, ain't it?

I too thought that he looked suspicious right from the start.

I could tell right away.

Do you know about the Col. Goriki incident?

No, sir!

But... if it's the May 15 incident*, I do know it somewhat. (attempted coup d'etat)

You see, at that time, it just so happens I was in Tokyo...

Um, let's set aside that topic for now.

Col. Goriki's daughter was kidnapped...

Oh... I do remember somethin' like that...

The culprit in that incident was Todo.

Then it's only natural that that fella got killed.

If I had known about it, I'd probably stab him to death myself.

Have you met any of the members of the Goriki family?

No, sir.

I didn't meet the Colonel, his wife nor the wife's sister.

Including the daughter of course.

You know well the Colonel's family that much, eh?

- What do you mean? - You said...

...you don't know much about the kidnapping incident.

Was it wrong for me to have mention "the wife"?

When there's a daughter, it ain't strange to assume that there was a mother.

What about the "wife's sister"?

Well, you see... it's what you call... What's that word again?

Just a figure of speech! It's the way we Kyushu folks talk.

Ya gotta take what we say with a grain o'salt.

Can you please tell me what you did last night?

I was in my room the whole night.

Other than that, I went to your compartment.

You share the same compartment with Todo's manservant, do you not?

What an odd fella. Always has his nose in a book.

Did he leave the compartment?

Um, no.

What time did you sleep?

I didn't get to sleep.

- You didn't sleep? - Because of that fella...

...I didn't get a wink of sleep all night! - What do you mean?

Teeth grindin'... All night, all I hear was gnashin' and grindin'!

Wait a moment! The manservant was grinding his teeth?

- Sure did! - This is strange...

The manservant said the same thing.

What?

That YOU were grinding your teeth the whole night.

I dunno what that fella told ya but...

...what I said about not gettin' any sleep is a fact.

An undeniable fact!

I'm goin' back now, ya hear!

As you wish.

When will this train start movin'? Because of this, my plans got messed up!

He was all flustered.

I knew it, it's him. He is our culprit!

Such a thing is typical.

All of the testimonies until now were very coherent and orderly.

He became worried when there was a discrepancy between his and Masuda's testimonies.

So which one is lying?

- It's obviously Hotoda! - Even so...

Exactly how many people are telling lies on this train?

You are a resident of Tokyo, are you not? (Baba Maiko, governess)

Yes. (Baba Maiko, governess)

Are you employed perhaps...?

I am a governess.

What was the purpose of your trip to Shimonoseki?

It was a sight-seeing trip.

A passenger was murdered last night.

So I've heard.

If you have some knowledge with regards to this matter...

I'm afraid I can't tell you anything much about it.

Last night, I went to bed early and slept.

Are you not troubled by this terrible incident?

I do not understand what you mean?

I think my question was simple enough.

I haven't really thought about it like that at all.

I am not troubled in any way, whatsoever.

- It's murder, Madame. - Of course, it's wrong.

You don't seem to be a person who wears her heart on her sleeve.

Calling attention to one's own frailty like raising one's voice or going into hysterics...

...I do not do those sorts of embarrassing antics.

Are you acquainted with the victim?

I only saw him during meal times.

What is your impression of him?

Nothing... I'm sorry.

Such a question seems a waste of time.

I honestly think my impression of him will not help resolve the case.

That is not for you to decide!

Do you know the identity of the deceased?

Mrs. Hatori has announced it to everyone.

How about the Col. Goriki case?

It was a dreadful incident.

Were you acquainted with anyone from that incident?

No, I wasn't.

What are your plans of marriage?

What does it have to do with the case?

I cannot answer that.

What is your opinion of the woman who shares your compartment?

She seems to be a plain and simple person.

What color is your dressing gown?

It is brown.

Isn't it of a bright red color?

No. That isn't mine.

Then, whose is it?

What do you mean "whose"?

The fact that you said, "That isn't mine" means that you know the real owner.

I woke up once in the middle of the night...

Because the train had stopped for a long time, I peeked out into the corridor.

At that time...

I saw a woman walking, wearing a red dressing gown.

You didn't see her face?

Only her back.

Thank you, we won't keep you here any longer.

Excuse me.

She's quite a calm and collected woman.

She couldn't be the culprit, right?

She doesn't seem like a woman who gets emotional and stabs someone to death.

This is the first time our opinions match!

However, when she was in Shimonoseki, she had a conversation with Col. Noto.

You're saying those two are accomplices?

Even though they're acquainted, they clearly pretended to be strangers to each other on the train.

It may be so but... Right?

That's right.

If they are accomplices...

...even though they should prove each other's alibis...

...what actually happened?

Col. Noto's alibi was proven by Makuuchi, a complete stranger.

While Ms. Baba's alibi was proven by Ms. Kureta, another complete stranger.

She has nothing to do with the case!

...is what I want to think.

Well then, let us proceed with our last passenger.

Sorry about the thing earlier. Please sit.

I am fine right here. (Hirudegawa Sumiko, the Marchioness' maid)

Hirudegawa-san, you went to the Marchioness' compartment once last night?

I gave her a massage while she was reading a book.

During that time, did you see anyone in the corridor?

- No. - For example...

...a woman wearing a red dressing gown perhaps?

I did not see anyone.

Only once when I went back to my compartment to fetch a book...

...I passed by the conductor.

You saw the conductor?

I sort of bumped into him since he suddenly came out from one of the rooms.

Can you show us which room was it?

It's this one.

No. 8!

That's Mrs. Hatori's compartment!

- Please call Mr. Miki. - Yes.

Is there something wrong?

Yours...

...has turned out to be a very important testimony.

- Here he is. - Excuse me.

- Mr. Miki. - Yes, sir?

You know this woman, right?

She is Ms. Hirudegawa.

Late last night, she had seen a conductor come out of Mrs. Hatori's compartment.

Excuse me, sir... No...

It must not have been me.

- May I say something? - What is it?

The one that I saw... wasn't this person.

How many conductors are in this carriage?

It's just me, sir.

The person that I saw was small and dark.

He had a thin mustache.

When I bumped into him, he said "I'm sorry" in a thin voice, like a woman's.

I am sure it wasn't this person.

A man who's small, dark, has a voice of a woman...

Where could he have gone to?

It's unlikely he escaped outside since there were no footprints in the snow.

I wonder if he is hiding somewhere on this train in a place no one would think about...

There's no such place.

Or he wasn't here right from the start?

It was a passenger in disguise!

Last night, on this train...

There were two unidentified people.

The fake conductor and the woman in the red dressing gown.

If any of the passengers were in disguise...

...the conductor's uniform and the red dressing gown should still be in this carriage.

They would make solid pieces of evidence!

Check all of the passengers' luggage.

I'm on my way!

Let's make a guess.

It is highly probable that the dressing gown is inside a man's luggage...

...while the conductor's uniform is in Mrs. Hirudegawa's luggage.

- She's the culprit!? - Not necessarily.

If she is the culprit...

...the uniform will probably appear in her luggage.

If she is NOT the culprit...

...then the uniform will surely be there.

Um, please explain it clearly.

Anyway, let's go and examine the luggages.

Ah, where did Miki go...

Somebody!

Please move aside!

- What happened? - This way! Quick!

Where did you find it?

In my cosmetics pouch.

Though I may look like this, I'm actually faint-hearted.

Since I was small, I faint at the sight of blood.

There was that time too when a mouse was in front of my house...

What do you think, Doctor?

Allow me.

It appears to be human blood.

Can you please compare it to the wounds on the body?

Of course.

Everyone, please go back to your compartments.

Excuse me.

Ma'am, I am sure you are in shock.

I'll have tea and cookies delivered to you.

Miki, where in the world are you!

Of course, I'm not in the mood to drink tea!

Madame, sorry to do this at an inopportune time but...

...can you allow us to examine your luggage?

Wait. Why me?

We will start examining now all of the passengers' luggage.

Fine, if it's everyone.

Then, let's do it.

Miki, where are you!

- Is there a problem, sir? - Starting now...

We will inspect the luggages in all the compartments.

I understand. Excuse me, ma'am.

- I'll be in the corridor. - Yes.

My daughter will be surprised when she hears about this.

After all, you rarely find yourself embroiled in a murder case, am I right?

Here. Please look.

This one's my daughter, and these are my grandchildren.

See? They look adorable, don't they?

Indeed, what a lovely family.

Mr. Suguro, there are also murders in this world that can be forgiven...

...that's what I think.

In any case...

...murder is an evil thing.

You think so...

Yes.

We are done.

There was no conductor's uniform nor a red dressing gown.

Thank you very much.

Gosh... A luggage inspection, finally we're getting serious, aren't we?

That man destroyed Soneko's life and her family's.

I hated him with all my heart.

I wanted to murder him with my own two hands.

You have my sympathies.

But surprisingly, these hands have no power.

Is it a happy thing... or a sad thing?

- You all right? You got it? - Yes, sir. I got it.

Sorry to trouble you but can you please check on Mrs. Hatori?

She's in considerable shock after finding the murder weapon.

I understand.

Please go ahead and open my bag, because the lock is broken anyway.

Yes, ma'am.

Why did you send that person away?

What do you mean?

You wanted to speak to me alone, didn't you?

Let us head out into the corridor.

Mr. Suguro...

If you do not say your real intentions...

...you'll only be wasting time.

At the Shimonoseki harbor...

I heard you talking with Col. Noto.

Not now...

When it's all over...

When it's all behind us...

What did you mean by that?

Did you think we were discussing the murder plan?

I am the one asking the question.

- I cannot answer that. - Do you refuse to explain?

If you prefer such words, then "I refuse to" is my answer.

What is Col. Noto to you?

I do not know him well.

A pipe cleaner was found at the scene of the crime.

The only passenger who smokes a pipe is Col. Noto.

That's absurd.

It's inconceivable that such a thing is related to the crime.

- He's not that sort of person. - Just now...

...you said you do not know Col. Noto well, did you not?

They weren't there either.

If you find it here...

...then I'll be confirmed guilty, right?

I checked with this fella earlier about our matchin' testimonies and...

...actually, the one who was gnashin' his teeth was me.

You?

Seems what I said earlier about him gnashin' his teeth was a mistake.

I was sleepin' like a log. Of course, I couldn't hear nothin.

That is indeed what happened.

You are truly devoted in your service to the Marchioness...

I'm impressed.

Thank you.

I'm sure you are a good cook, as well?

Until now, all of Her Ladyship's guests that I have served have said the same.

It's not in here either.

- This one too. - Yes, sir.

Excuse me.

It's our company's uniform!

One button is missing.

I know nothing about that!

I didn't put that in there!

Why was this in there?

The man who wore this uniform came out of Mrs. Hatori's compartment...

...and bumped into Ms. Hirudegawa.

He happened to pass by in front of a compartment; the door was open and no one was inside.

It must be the compartment of the woman he just bumped into.

He carefully sneaked inside, took off the uniform, and hid it inside the bag.

Clever as always!

Next is the dressing gown.

You said it should be in the luggage of a male passenger.

Just a whim. It's something I would do if I were the culprit.

However, it seems to be somewhere else.

- It has disappeared, huh? - For the meantime...

...let us go back to the restaurant carriage. It's so cold here.

- Miki. - Yes.

Give Mr. Suguro something warm.

Yes. Right away, sir. Excuse me.

You can go ahead. I will get some cigarettes.

I will be at the restaurant carriage.

Need not worry.

We have reached the final phase of this case.

This is a challenge from the culprit.

The culprit did such a bold thing?

This is no doubt the murder weapon.

Please be frank with me, Mr. Suguro...

...what are you planning to do next?

I really have no clue.

Didn't I tell you earlier?

What we can only do now is...

...to verify their testimonies.

- But how on earth... - First is...

...the time of death.

At what time did the victim's pocket watch stop?

A quarter past one.

We estimated it as the time of death.

However, are we really sure about that?

What do you mean?

Please try to recall the testimony of Mr. Makuuchi.

Probably he is from Tohoku.

Since it bothers him if his accent slips out.

At 12:37, when Todo had a nightmare, he called the conductor and said...

"Sorry. I was dreamin."

I see!

I don't understand.

I realized it was a Hakata accent.

So then, what do you think this means?

That... was the voice of the culprit!

At 12:37, Todo was already dead at that time!

Right! Our culprit has a Hakata accent!

With regards to the pocket watch...

...it is mostly likely a false evidence. Which means...

I think we should instead doubt the person with an alibi that takes place at 1:15.

Who?

That would be...

...everyone. - Everyone!?

That's right. Everyone!

Each of their alibis have been verified by the testimonies of another passenger.

Then who is the culprit?

The other evidences left at the scene.

The handkerchief and pipe cleaner.

Col. Noto himself roughly acknowledged this as his own.

About this... well.

There are two women who have names that start with the letter "N".

Hatori Noriko. The Marchioness, Lady Todoroki Natsu.

But neither of them owns it.

Since this one was a false evidence, its owner appeared immediately.

This one is a real evidence, that is why its owner did not appear.

Thus, this is the key evidence.

I see it now.

And so...

...the luxurious handkerchief with the forgotten initial...

...which among the passengers is its most likely owner?

That would be Countess Ando.

But Her Ladyship's name is Ryoko.

The name of the passport says so.

Yes. It said "Ando Ryoko".

However, it was not really "Ryoko" but...

..."Namiko" perhaps?

Please examine it closely.

The "Nami" in "Namiko" is "Ryo" with a "sanzui" (Radical 85).

By deceptively removing the "sanzui" with an oil stain...

..."Namiko" was easily rewritten as "Ryoko".

I see. It was blurred out.

It's unthinkable. Are you saying that Her Ladyship is the culprit?

Please recall Lady Todoroki's words.

She was the godmother of Col. Goriki's wife, Soneko.

Mrs. Goriki's mother was a good friend of hers.

But she doesn't remember when it comes to Mrs. Goriki's younger sister.

Is that even possible?

The Marchioness had seen...

...Mrs. Goriki's sister on this train!

I am betting that Count Ando's wife is "Namiko", the younger sister of Mrs. Goriki Soneko.

It is as you have said.

I am the younger sister of Goriki Soneko.

KasaKen was the man who killed my young niece and my sister...

...and drove my brother-in-law to his death.

Inside this train, I am perhaps the one who has the strongest motive...

...to kill that man.

However, you are not the murderer...

...is that what you are saying?

I swear it.

Though I wanted to kill him, I never laid a finger on him.

I too swear it. My wife has nothing to do with this murder whatsoever.

I swear on my honor.

Then why did you tamper the passport?

Mr. Suguro, please consider my wife's position.

My wife and I could not bear to be caught in a vile police matter.

Then, how can you explain the presence of your wife's handkerchief in the scene?

That handkerchief isn't mine.

Do you want me to believe that?

Yes.

If so, let's do this. Please cooperate with the investigation.

- Cooperate? - The motive of this case...

...lies in the past.

Your loved ones destroyed...

Your life wrought in sadness at a younger age...

The tragedy of 5 years ago.

What is it you wish to say?

Please try to remember as much as possible...

...the people of the Goriki household.

Everyone is dead.

The Colonel, my sister...

And... my niece Seiko.

She was always a cheerful girl... Asking me to curl her hair...

Everyone loved that child.

There was another one who died, wasn't there?

Sayuri, the maid.

The police interrogated her.

They believed that she had something to do with the case.

So with her reputation damaged, she hung herself in the police station.

What is the last name of Ms. Sayuri?

I do not remember.

Did the deceased daughter...

...have an au pair?

There was.

She had qualifications of a nurse.

Her name was...

Forgive me. It's been a long time...

Enough about that already.

Well then, Madame...

From this point on...

...please think very carefully of your answer to my next questions.

Yes.

Inside this train...

Aside from Lady Todoroki...

...are there other people that you recognize?

Please try to remember well.

Perhaps the cook and the chauffeur...?

There were neither of those.

For example, was there a private tutor at the house when you were there?

There was one.

Was it a woman?

She had gray hair... and a petite frame.

The name?

Takada... Yes...

Ms. Takada. She was a stern teacher.

How old was she?

She looked quite old.

Isn't she among the passengers?

N-no.

I am not familiar with any of the passengers.

Please return my handkerchief.

Is it this one, Madame?

Finally, you admitted it.

An old person like me takes a while to remember things.

- Please have a seat. - No thank you.

What you want to ask next is...

..."Why was this handkerchief at the scene of the crime?" isn't it.

That is correct.

I do not know why.

Indeed, with all due respect, Your Ladyship...

...how far should I trust your answer?

Do you doubt my words?

Didn't Your Ladyship keep from us the fact that Countess Ando was Mrs. Goriki's sister?

Her mother is my friend.

Of course, I would protect the family of my friend.

Don't you think one should cooperate, in order to carry out justice?

I believe that real justice was carried out.

Oh dear.

This handkerchief is mine.

That is all I needed to say. If you'll excuse me.

May I say something?

That person couldn't have killed Todo. It's impossible at that age.

What if it's the shallow wounds?

Ah, Colonel, please wait.

- Colonel! - Suguro...

Baba Maiko does not have anything to do with the case.

I assume you have talked with Ms. Baba.

Do not involve her anymore.

Then let me ask you a question, Colonel.

What I heard her say to you at Shimonoseki Harbor...

What does it mean?

I cannot afford to answer that.

Right now, Ms. Baba is the primary suspect.

You have no reason to doubt her.

At the time the young daughter of the Gorikis was kidnapped...

...Ms. Baba was already working as the governess of the Goriki house, wasn't she?

What!?

How much do you know?

At the very least...

I know far more than you think.

- Mr. Miki. - Yes!

Please call Ms. Baba.

Very well, sir.

That is right. I served as a governess at the Goriki house.

Ms. Baba...

We have no choice. He already found out.

I'm glad you're being so cooperative.

Nevertheless, she isn't necessarily involved in this incident.

I am not asking you, Colonel.

I'll be fine.

Well, then... Ms. Baba.

You knew of course that Countess Ando was the sister of Goriki Soneko, did you not?

The Countess?

It can't be.

You should know of course.

It's true that I felt I've seen the Countess somewhere before.

But surely not.

Besides, I'm too preoccupied with another matter...

What other matter?

As you have guessed, the Colonel and I are in a relationship.

We were even together in Shimonoseki the whole time.

Enough.

I have a wife.

We are now having talks of divorcing.

When I'm done with that matter, I'm going to ask Ms. Baba to marry me.

Do you understand now?

Why didn't you say so?

It is a sensitive time for us. We hope you understand.

Let us go, Colonel.

Col. Noto!

You too know Col. Goriki very well, don't you?

Of course.

He was a fellow soldier.

He had saved my life.

When I assumed that Ms. Baba was involved in this case...

I thought early on that she must have been the Goriki family's governess.

However, it is completely different from what the Countess said.

Gray hair, and a petite frame.

So it suddenly came to me...

The Countess couldn't think of a name right away...

...and unconsciously blurted out, "Ms. Takada".

- Because of that, I was convinced. - "Ms. Takada"?

Her name is "Baba" so the first name that came up in the Countess' head was...

..."Takada".

Takadanobaba*! (*An area in Shinjuku, Tokyo)

But there are now 4 people connected with the Goriki family.

The Marchioness, the Countess...

Baba Maiko and Col. Noto.

If we add in the Count, that'll be five of them!

You must not forget Mr. Makuuchi.

He was indebted to Mrs. Goriki.

Six people!

If this is goes on... I wouldn't be surprised if all of the passengers are related to the Goriki house!

Just a joke. I'm only jesting.

- I have nothin' more to say. - No, sir...

...there is still more.

What else is there?

The truth.

The truth?

Don't feed me any more rubbish.

Please tell me everything.

You're talkin' like a cop.

Them cops always say things like... "Ya ain't gonna talk?"

It seems you have been interrogated by the police.

No, that's...

You were the chauffeur of the Goriki house...

...were you not?

What!?

Why didn't ya ask me if I ya already knew about it?

Is that so!

The young daughter was so adorable, wasn't she?

She was so attached to me.

She was often in the driver's seat, steerin' the wheel and copyin me.

Always laughin'.

Then that bastard...

But I didn't kill him!

Please go back to your compartment.

I ain't the culprit! Ain't got nothin to do with it!

That makes seven.

Is that a good thing?

You should not be surprised with this one.

Mr. Miki!

- Yes, sir? - Please call Ms. Kureta of Compartment No. 4.

Yes, sir.

Don't tell me... It's impossible!

Seems impossible... but 'tis the truth.

I heard about the work you did for the church.

Y-yes.

I think that, in any case, murder is a sin.

That murdered man was a terrible person.

Of course.

He was a loathsome thug.

But just because he is one...

Stabbed to death... on a hard bed inside a sleeping compartment...

...Do you think it was right?

But that man was--

Do you think that God would forgive it?

The Countess... Ms. Baba too have already admitted it.

It'll be easier for you too, if you tell me everything.

Are you...

...the late young mistress' au pair?

You don't say!

That child was an angel.

A sweet little angel...

And then, the Mistress...

The baby that was supposed to be born...

That'd be all.

I have no more questions.

Ms. Kureta, let us go.

Come.

You knew it well, didn't you?

I know everything.

I can't believe it.

May I disturb you, sirs?

I thought it is best to tell you the truth immediately.

That's splendidly wise of you.

I told a lie.

I do have a deep connection with the Goriki family.

What!?

In the battlefield, I served as an officer's orderly for Col. Goriki's troop.

After that, I served as the Goriki family butler in Yokohama.

Thank you for confiding in me.

Please, Hotoda did not do it.

He would not hurt a fly.

He may look like a bad man, but he is a very kind person.

If you'll excuse me.

I'll be damned.

An astounding development...

Nine out of 12 passengers...

...are connected with the Goriki house.

Who's next. I won't be surprised any more.

It seems the answer will come from the other side.

What in the world is happening on this train?

- There's a big commotion, isn't it? - What can we do for you?

What are your findings so far in this case?

- Who requested you to come here and ask us that? - No...

It's of my own professional interest.

Inferencing. I have only been inferencing.

But... surely you don't think that everyone is connected with the Goriki family, right?

There is a high possibility.

No, that's impossible. What are the chances of that?

Nothing could be that coincidental!

You...

...don't seem to know the most important point in this incident.

Then, are you saying that I too have a connection with the Goriki family?

Mr. Miki!

Yes, sir?

The photograph.

I have...

...already arrived at the truth.

Hazama, forgive me.

Are you...

...a god?

No.

I am a detective.

What in the blazes is happening here?

Please quickly call and gather everyone here.

It seems the time has come to solve this case!

This morning, Todo Osamu otherwise known as Kasahara Kenzo...

...was found dead.

According to Dr. Suda, the time of death is from 12 midnight to 2 in the morning.

As you know, the train stopped at an avalanche, 30 minutes past midnight.

Subsequently, it became impossible for anyone to leave the train.

Therefore, there is no other way that can be concluded from this.

The culprit is among us passengers.

On the other hand, however, there is also another way of looking at this.

Another point of view?

It was a very simple story. Todo's life had been targeted.

He who had been prowling about, a small, dark man with a woman's voice...

...had sneaked into the carriage at Maibara Station...

...through the door left open by Col. Noto and Mr. Makuuchi.

He was prepared, using a duplicate key, and wearing a conductor's uniform...

...entered Todo's room and stabbed him to death.

That person...

...moved to the next room, Mrs. Hatori's compartment, through the adjoining door...

...and hid the knife weapon inside Madame's cosmetic pouch.

At that time, the culprit had dropped one button.

Then, he came out of that compartment...

...took off his uniform and hid it in Mrs. Hirudegawa's compartment.

And then, he disappeared somewhere.

That is the conclusion.

We are convinced.

As expected of the detective.

That's impossible!

You are wrong, Mr. Suguro.

It's illogical. It isn't the truth of the incident! Even you know that!

You are correct.

- What was that? - Well, then...

From this, there is no other choice but to state the second solution.

What actually happened last night, in this Special Orient Express.

First, I want to explain to everyone regarding the time of the crime.

The hands of the pocket watch stopped at a quarter to one.

But this is a false clue.

I will not be fooled.

Then, what was the real time of the crime?

The voice that I heard from inside the compartment at 12:37 was not that of the victim's.

I had realized it.

That it was the culprit's trick to deceive me.

"I am smart and conceited."

"Because Todo doesn't speak with a Hakata accent..."

"...the voice I heard at 12:37 was from a different person."

"He must be already dead at that time!"

That is what the culprit suspected I would think.

But I will not be tricked.

On the contrary, I have arrived at the truth.

The time of crime was not 12:37.

Nor was it at 1:15! Actually...

...it happened much later.

Perhaps around 2 am.

A time wherein none of you has an alibi.

Then, let us go over everyone's testimonies.

There are some interesting facts here.

- For example, Mr. Makuuchi. - Me?

When I talked about the burnt letter of threat, you said this:

How did you know?

There was a threatening letter in Todo's room.

But surely, I...

The truth is, he was going to say something.

For example, "But surely... I burned it."

- If that was the case... - Hang on a second...

In which case, he is clearly the culprit or an accomplice.

I did not murder...

Next, the manservant.

This was his testimony.

I prepared his medicine and nightcap.

- What was the medicine? - Medicine to help him sleep, sir.

However...

Todo had hidden a gun under his pillow.

He was not supposed to drink a sleeping drug.

He unknowingly drank the drug.

In other words, the manservant lied.

What do you think of it?

I will leave it to your imagination, sir.

The strange thing with regards to the passengers....

...there were unforeseen people verifying other's alibis.

Col. Noto and Mr. Makuuchi verified each other's alibi.

I very much didn't believe these two to be long-time acquaintances.

Todo's manservant and a car salesman from Kyushu.

A Tokyo governess and a woman working at a church in Shimonoseki.

In all cases, they all said the same thing.

What does this mean?

I asked myself that.

Perhaps...

...everyone is involved in this incident.

No! Such an absurd thing cannot happen. It's not possible!

However...

...what if it's the truth? That... everyone IS in fact involved.

Yes! I have finally arrived at the truth!

Col. Noto's words, "Trial by jury is the soundest system of all"...

...had crossed my mind.

The jury is made up of 12 people.

The number of passengers in the sleeper compartments is 12.

Todo had been stabbed 12 times.

He received 12 threatening letters as well!

Finally with this...

...the mystery that has plagued me since last night has been solved.

Namely, why is the train fully booked at an unlikely time of the year!?

On this train, people from a variety of classes have gathered.

Mr. Baku here had said...

...this represents the splendor of a train journey.

A once-in-a-lifetime encounter.

It would make the most suitable subject for novels, wouldn't it?

However, I know that there are other such places.

The mansions of the upper classes.

For example, the mansion on top of Yokohama hill.

There lived a man, his family, and servants.

It had a chauffeur, a governess, a maid, an au pair and a cook.

I based my reasoning on this outline.

And the rest is easy.

Like a producer casting actors in a play...

I assigned each person in the cast of the Col. Goriki incident.

The Marchioness's companion, Ms. Hirudegawa.

She tried to play a little trick on me.

I wonder if you are a good cook as well.

Until now all of Her Ladyship's guests that I have served have said the same.

However, as the servant who cares for Her Ladyship's daily needs...

...she has no chance to show off her culinary skills.

You were the cook of the Goriki household, were you not?

I know just by looking at you, that you are a good cook.

Thank you.

However, there is a person that without his cooperation, this incident will not hold true.

It is the conductor.

However, he is a person who has devoted his life to the railway.

A man who can't be bought!

Then he MUST be as well connected with the Goriki house.

For example, the maid who took her own life is his daughter. How about it?

Their ages match. Not only that, he carries a cherished photograph of his daughter.

My daughter did not have anything to do with that incident.

She proved her innocence with her death.

The self-proclaimed detective, Mr. Hazama.

What is his role? There is no photograph of the servant.

So he is assigned the role of the deceased servant's lover.

When he was shown the picture of Mr. Miki's daughter...

...sure enough, Mr. Hazama became very upset.

Are you... a god?

Finally, the last one is...

...you, Mrs. Hatori.

Who am I?

You played the most important role of all.

Being the one occupying the compartment next to Todo...

...it wouldn't be strange that you'd be the first one to be suspected.

You must testify that you saw the culprit.

You cannot even make a complete alibi.

If this were a one-night play, this will be the most difficult role of all.

She'll have to have an excellent acting ability and courage.

Her acting prowess must be matchless. However...

...there was one perfect person connected with the Goriki family.

Goriki Soneko's mother, Awashima Yachiyo...

Touted as the genius and enigmatic actress!

I've always...

...wanted to play an amusing character.

Just this once, I am seeing that stage.

You have seen through everything, Mr. Suguro.

Yes.

I still don't understand. In other words, what does it all mean?

In other words, with the exception of you, Dr. Suda and myself...

Everyone in here conspired to murder Todo Osamu.

It can't be!

That's some hell of a teamwork.

Todo had been acquitted in a trial. However...

There is no question that he is guilty.

I visualized it.

Twelve people took it upon themselves to become a jury....

...and meted the death penalty onto Todo.

And with their own hands, carried out the sentence!

Each person was given a role.

Even when one suspects another in his testimony...

...they have contrived to add confusion to clear away suspicions.

Because the snow had stopped the train...

...parts of the plan collapsed...

...and the culprits are wondering what to do.

I do not know exactly.

Perhaps could it because I hurriedly called everyone for an interview...

...they had decided to forego with the plan?

And there is one more important matter.

With the inclusion of the conductor, the number of culprits is not 12...

...instead it is 13.

This means, that there is only one person who is not involved in this crime.

Then, who was it?

And so I have reached a strange conclusion.

I think the person who was the likeliest suspect is the one who did not participate in the crime...

In other words...

...Countess Ando.

"My wife has nothing to do with the incident!"

The Count had sworn on his honor... Words that left a strong impression with me.

You are correct.

I stabbed the man, in behalf of my wife.

At 2 am, late last night, to a loathsome murderer who got away with his crime...

...a 12 man jury had enforced his sentence with their own hands!

Are you the mastermind of this crime?

I started the whole thing.

- Who planned it? - It was me.

Don't do this, ma'am.

Don't pretend you did this crime alone.

I helped with the planning.

I helped out as well.

Everyone...

I will tell Mr. Suguro everything.

Is that fine with you?

It's all right... Mother.

It all began 5 years ago.

On that day, the turning point of our lives...

...we were pushed down into a valley of sorrow...

Thus...

...all of us banded together!

(To be continued in Part 2)

Original Work: AGATHA CHRISTIE "Murder on the Orient Express"

Screenplay: MITANI KOKI

'Suguro Takeru' NOMURA MANSAI

'Baba Maiko' MATSUSHIMA NANAKO

'Makuuchi Heita' NINOMIYA KAZUNARI

'Countess Ando' ANNE

'Count Ando' TAMAKI HIROSHI

'Noto Iwao' SAWAMURA IKKI

'Goriki Soneko' KISE MICHIKO

'Goriki Taisa' KANJI ISHIMARU

'Hazama Saisuke' SOSUKE IKEMATSU

'Miki Sayuri' KUROKI HARU

'Kureta Sonoko' YAGI AKIKO

'Hirudegawa Sumiko' AOKI SAYAKA

'Shimonoseki Police' AIJIMA KAZUYUKI

'Goriki Seiko' KOBAYASHI SEIRAN

'Mrs. Hatori' FUJI SUMIKO

'Baku' TAKAHASHI KATSUMI

'Suda' SASANO TAKASHI

'Masuda Etsuo' KOBAYASHI TAKASHI

'Marchioness Todoroki' KUSABUE MITSUKO

'Miki Buichi' NISHIDA TOSHIYUKI

'Todo Osamu / Kasahara Kenzo' KOICHI SATO

Planning: OTA TORU / ISHIHARA TAKASHI

Music: SUMITOMO NOROHITO [Murder on the Orient Express] (Original Soundtrack Nippon Colombia)

Translation Reference: "Murder on the Orient Express" YAMAMOTO YAYOI (Hayakawa Bunko)

Song Selection: SHIDA HIROHIDE

Visual Effects Supervisor: ISHII NORIO

CG Producer: SATO DAISUKE

Historical Era Research: AMANO TAKAKO

Stunt Coordinator: KENMOCHI MAKOTO

Technical Cooperation: BASQUE

Art Cooperation: FUJI ART

Studio: KADOKAWA DAIEI STUDIO

Subtitles by WABI-SABI SUBS

Translation: EARTHCOLORS WILKI

Spot checking / QC: WILKI Timing / Editing: EARTHCOLORS

Special Thanks: FURRANSU

Producers: SHIGEOKA YUMIKO / HASHIMOTO FUMI MOTOMURA TSUGIHIRO

Director: KONO KEITA

A 2015 Production of: FUJI TV Co-Production of: KYODO TV In Cooperation with: AGATHA CHRISTIE PRODUCTIONS

This drama is fiction based on the original work published in 1934.