Original subtitles

August 31st

Hello?

Yes?

Hi, it's Shuichi. Shuichi Naka.

- From high school baseball... - Yeah, I know.

Good. Rinko?

What?

I have something to tell you.

Can we meet up somewhere today?

Just say it now.

Well, I'd rather say it in person.

You still there?

Does it have to be today?

I'm afraid so. I really have to tell you today.

But why?

Huh?

I'm actually really busy today.

- But summer ends today. - What?

Today is the last day of summer, right?

So I have to do this today.

You're making no sense.

Right...sorry.

Fine, but I'm tied up now. I'll call you later.

Okay.

I'm not breaking up.

- Who was that...? - Never.

All Summer Long

What?

Huh?

It's really hot today.

So? It's cool in here.

Oh. Right.

So, Kyoko, I...

What?

No, I mean yes, I...

I was just wondering.

Do you have plans after this?

Why?

Oh, it's just...I mean...

I was just...

Good afternoon.

Afternoon.

- So, if you... - I'm taking a break.

Job interview result

Oh.

Excuse me.

Yes?

Are you here for Magenta by chance?

Sorry?

I mean, the job interview with Magenta? Starting at six?

Oh, yes, Magenta. Starting at six.

I thought so. I saw you at the employment briefing.

Right.

Mind if I sit here?

- No, go ahead. - Thank you.

- Are you nervous? - Well...yes.

Of course you are. I'm so nervous, too.

Is that why you just drank sake?

What?

This bottle here.

Oh, this? This is water. I brought it from home.

- What? - Huh?

Didn't you fill this with sake earlier? The sake-in-a-cup?

Oh, that's also water. Water-in-a-cup.

No way.

Right. I lied.

Excuse me?

I thought a bit of alcohol might help me relax.

Oh.

Want some?

No, I'm good.

- You sure? - Yes.

- Hey. - Yes?

This really isn't the time, but...

Magenta totally stinks, don't you think?

Stinks?

Our interview starts at six, right?

Yes.

It means the staff are forced to do overtime.

Yeah, true.

Also, our interviewer is the CEO himself.

- Oh, really? - Yes.

They told us at the briefing.

Right.

Apparently the CEO will handpick the new recruits.

- Excuse me for a sec. - Sure.

Hello?

Hello?

Hi, is this Mr. Taku Yamanobe?

This is he.

I'm Sanjo from Magenta's HR department.

Oh, hi. Yamanobe speaking.

You have an interview at six, correct?

Yes.

Have you seen the news?

Pardon?

I haven't checked it myself, but it seems like the story's gone viral.

Story...?

Our CEO Sakaguchi has gone missing since yesterday.

What?

We've asked the police for help.

Um, okay.

Mr. Yamanobe, perhaps you know where he is?

What? No, I'm...I don't know that.

I know. I was just kidding.

I've asked other interviewees, too. It's so fun hearing how you react.

- Anyway, today's interview is put off. - Yes, okay.

- We'll follow up on this by email. - Okay.

- Thanks for your time. - Thank you, too.

Seriously?

Hey, did you hear that?

Yes, I just did.

Missing CEO sounds way out. So much for handpicking recruits.

- Oh. - Oops.

Did you catch my accent?

I did.

Too bad I slipped up.

You're from the Kansai region?

Yes, I moved here for college.

- Oh, I see. - Yeah.

- I told you Magenta stank! - Yes, it's shocking.

Did they ask you where the CEO might be?

What? No.

Well, the one I talked to did.

Mine was way too serious.

- I guess not, then. - Yeah.

It's weird.

We have nothing to do now.

Yes. You're right.

Had any fun this summer?

Fun?

Any last summer fun before you graduate?

Wait, are you a senior?

- Yes, I'm a senior. - Cool. So, any fun?

Well...

I had no fun at all.

Just many job interviews and many rejections.

I had no fun, either.

Just lots of bad things instead.

Any plans after this?

Sorry?

Wanna go look for the CEO?

What?

Summer should be fun. Make it count.

Yes, but...

Let's get him to interview us.

- We're going now? - Yeah.

It's more fun to have a goal when you're drinking.

- Fair point. - Are you in?

- Sure. - Great!

Let's find a store first and buy some food.

- Sounds good. - Cool.

- Oh! - Huh?

I'm Kimi Sarue.

Oh, I'm Taku Yamanobe.

Same age?

- I'm twenty... - Two?

Same. Don't be formal, then.

We need drinks and snacks. Which snacks should we get?

Let's see.

Excuse me.

What?

Well...I just...

Can I sit for a bit?

Do your job. Stay at the cashier.

This won't take long. I promise.

Well.

So, I'm...

You what?

I mean...

I just...

You like me, right?

You wanna take me out after work?

Yes.

You know what Dazai said?

Dazai?

Osamu Dazai, the writer?

"You act too shy to confess your love, but only to protect yourself."

You care more about yourself than me. That's why you're hesitating.

My answer is no.

Hey, are you dying?

You dying?

What the...?

Don't kill yourself.

You're still too young.

It's okay, listen.

You should live because life is full of unexpected things.

Both good and bad.

But I'm not killing myself.

You're not?

You sure?

Yes.

Seriously? But you had the air of someone very suicidal.

I always sense it somehow. I'm good at it.

But you just missed it.

True.

Sorry, what are you doing here?

Huh?

Why are you buried?

Oh, that.

That would be a really long story.

Okay.

I can help you out.

No, I'm good.

Actually, I need to stay buried here.

You "need to"?

Yup, I do.

Wanna sit?

Pardon?

Wanna come and sit?

No, I'm fine.

What, you going somewhere?

No, I mean...

Then come on. Sit.

Sit down.

Come, sit.

Okay, maybe for a bit.

Thank you.

Student?

No, I'm not.

But isn't that a baseball uniform from high school?

Yes, this is from my high school.

I finished four years ago.

Why wear it now?

I'm burning it.

What?

Um...

I came here to burn stuff like this uniform and gloves.

Sounds like a strange thing to do.

Yes, maybe.

Strange.

Is Aiko doing well?

What?

Yes.

Her name means love and happiness.

But her dad is having an affair. How ironic.

Stop it.

I'm not asking for more than what we have now.

I'm not asking you...

to divorce your wife and marry me.

Just don't leave me.

I'm sorry.

We had sports day at the preschool a little while ago.

But Aiko refused to go that day.

She feared that her team would lose because she can't run fast.

I was shocked.

I realized how quickly she's growing up.

I felt very ashamed.

- I want to spend... - Who cares?

Who cares if your daughter's growing?

You can't be a good dad now.

It's too late.

A good dad doesn't date a college girl.

I don't love you anymore, Rinko.

My family is more important...

And?

I was saying...

my family is more important to me now.

I love them more than I love you.

- You never loved me. - I did.

Stop it. I knew you lied.

I knew you never meant it. But that's why I...

That's why I'm never letting you go.

I'm not breaking up.

Where are you?

- At the beach. - Okay.

I'll be there. Just stop calling.

I'll call you later.

All righ...

If you leave me, I'll die.

I'll kill myself.

Then your wife and Aiko will know.

They finally picked up?

Yes.

And?

On their way now.

Who is it? Girlfriend?

No, nothing like that.

But it's a girl?

Yes.

Oh, I see. I get it.

Pardon?

You like her.

No, it really isn't that.

Don't be shy.

Is she cute? Show me her photo. Come on.

The thing is...

I dropped a fly ball.

What?

It was four years ago in the regional semifinal.

I couldn't catch it.

Our summer ended that moment.

I see.

But I somehow couldn't cry at all.

Everyone else was crying.

Our manager Rinko cried the hardest.

And it stuck in the back of my mind.

You see, she wasn't the one playing.

But her heart was always with the team.

She was one of us all the way.

I felt very guilty.

I've kept thinking about it for the past four years.

So I decided.

I need to see Rinko before summer ends.

I want to apologize for losing the tournament.

I get the story.

Not that I understand your sentiment,

but I think you're cool.

I'm finally going to be a full-time employee next month.

I work at a supermarket.

Okay.

So I need this.

I need proper closure to move on.

That's why you're burning your uniform and stuff?

Yes. Once I have apologized, I will burn them all.

Cool.

Good evening.

Look who's here.

Hey, what's up?

I need a pack of cigs. You working?

Yeah. So dull.

- I know. - So lame.

Wanna come to Chika's for a drink?

Yeah, of course!

- You should. - Who else is coming?

Yuka, Moe, and Kimu will be there.

I wanna see Yuka and Moe! And who's this Kimu guy?

- Never met him? - Nope.

Then don't bother.

- Come, then. - I will.

- When do you finish? - I think at 11?

Oh, so it's...

not anytime soon.

Yeah, it's like forever.

Can't you just bail?

I'm so tempted to.

Just come whenever. We'll be there.

Great.

Hey, you got my cigs?

Marlboro, right?

Yeah. You have it?

- Of course. - Yes.

I haven't seen Chika and Moe for a long time.

- You haven't? - No. You?

- Yeah, just yesterday. - Really? Why?

- Drinking at Chika's. - For real?

I didn't know. Why didn't you call me?

Didn't I?

No, you didn't.

- Sorry, my bad. - Seriously.

But I told you today.

It's 570 yen.

- Say that again? - Sorry, it's 570 yen.

- Thank you. - I'm bailing.

What?

This is too dull. I'm out.

- Seriously? - Yup.

You're bad.

- I'll go get my stuff. - Okay.

It's hot out there.

Yes. It is.

Right?

I'm ready.

Great.

Let's go.

Summer ends today, you know?

Let's go.

- Good evening. - So hot.

- Do you need a basket? - Yes.

- Here. - Thank you.

We need snacks. And maybe I'll get lots of sake.

- Okay, snacks. - Which ones do you like?

- Dried squid. - Great choice!

Hey, this one's great!

- You like that? - I love this.

I got the last one.

I'll go with this one.

I'll also get some sake and...

Hey, do you mind if I wipe off my makeup?

I'm sweating all over.

Yeah, sure. Go ahead.

I thought I should ask.

It's fine.

Good. Do we need bug spray too?

Yeah. I'll buy that.

You sure? Thanks.

Alright, then.

Yes, absolutely.

Yes. I am terribly sorry about that.

We will try to...yes. We sincerely apologize.

Yes. Thank you for your time.

Thanks for waiting.

Sure.

What's wrong?

- It's nothing. - Okay.

First things first.

- Can you? - This one?

Yup.

It's stiff.

- You okay? - Yeah.

Got it.

Thanks.

- Trash here. - Yup.

- Time to freshen up. - Go ahead.

So, what's the plan?

I mean, where do missing CEOs go?

I've never met one in my life, so I have no idea.

Same here.

- A beach, maybe? - What?

Don't missing people always go see the ocean?

I guess that's a valid stereotype.

They sit on a log with their suits on.

Gazing at the sun.

I can picture that.

- I'm done. Thanks for that. - Sure.

Thanks.

So happy I got the last one.

That's good.

Shall we?

This is so good.

On to the beach.

- Now? - Weren't we?

Come on, it's summer.

I mean, it's totally fine.

Just how do we get there? Taxi?

We're walking.

- What? - Huh?

But it'll take like two hours on foot.

We'll drink-walk.

- Seriously? - Yup.

Think about it.

You know in Stand by Me?

- The film? - Yeah.

It'd be no fun if the kids took a taxi.

- That's true. - Right?

The fun is in the walking.

Let's go.

Oh, check this out.

I already had the beach in mind, so I got fireworks.

It has different sparklers.

Hey, look.

I got the same one.

This is getting more fun!

Cheers.

Yes, cheers.

Did you see this?

The Deep Purple sparkler.

I haven't checked yet.

It says it emits purple sparks.

Don't leave me.

Or I will die.

Did you hear me?

Say something.

Go ahead and die.

What?

I really will.

No, you won't. Just like the last time.

I will this time.

You love yourself the most.

You'll never kill yourself.

Stop doing this.

Suicide isn't a game.

Your life isn't for barter.

Trust me.

I gave you all of my attention.

But my family gets priority now.

We're over.

Behind our eyes,

a bunch of eyelashes must be stuck.

What? How?

Contact lenses go behind the eyes, too.

They do? I didn't know.

I've never worn lenses.

Are you saying you're unaided?

Yeah.

That's so dull.

What?

So you don't know how shitty it feels to wake up with lenses on.

You can say that.

Do you know what biweekly lenses are?

I've heard about them.

Just "heard"?

So you've never lost count of the weeks wearing lenses?

Or accidentally had them on for a month?

I've never even worn them.

Wow, so dull.

- What? - Dull.

- Dull? - Yup.

So you've never woken up with blurry vision,

and then hit your head and panicked?

Never happened.

So dull.

I wake up with clear vision.

You can walk straight to the fridge?

Of course.

I'm jealous. Naked eyes rock.

It's one of my few strengths.

Always been?

Yeah, always.

I'm so jealous.

So you wear lenses, Ms. Sarue?

Hmm?

Can you not call me "Ms. Sarue"? I prefer my first name.

Why?

I hate my last name.

Oh, I'm sorry.

- Sorry I fussed. - It's fine.

Do you prefer your first or last name?

Whichever is fine.

Okay.

I see, cool.

Naked eyes, huh?

Yeah, my eyesight is perfect.

Don't say it too much.

People might envy you.

They do?

But it sure is your strength.

This one has it.

Can you hold this?

Sure.

Thanks.

There we go.

Got it. Can you...?

This? Here.

Really?

Thanks.

Sure.

Can't beat this.

You sure it's good?

It is, actually.

Oh.

A bit annoying, though.

Why?

This is how my dad used to drink.

He's the reason my last name is Sarue now.

- I see. - Yeah.

But sake mixed with tea is too cool for an old guy like my dad.

It also made him violent.

So I never tried sake with tea.

Then my dad died last month.

I had one chance to try this with him.

And it turned out quite tasty.

I see.

Yeah.

Wanna try?

Oh.

No, I'm good.

- Sure? - Yeah.

Oops, sorry.

That was a downer.

Hey, look. I really hated my dad.

So I'm not sad or anything. Don't feel sorry for me.

Yeah, okay.

Although, I guess...

it's still awkward that I'm not sad about my dad's death?

It is.

I really don't know what to say.

I bet.

Oh, I get it.

You're still job-hunting because your dad just died?

Yeah. I've been quite busy.

I see.

Actually...

can I have a sip?

Of this?

Yeah.

Go for it.

How is it?

Well, it's...I don't know.

You don't know?

You tasted something, right?

Yeah, but it's...no, I don't know.

- For real? - Yeah.

Well, okay.

You like it?

Yeah. I like its aftertaste.

- Aftertaste? - Yup.

- I'll hold it. - Thanks.

Oh no.

Hey.

Can we make a short stop on the way?

Yeah, no problem.

- Thanks for that. - Sure.

Good evening, Manager.

Good evening.

Hey.

Where's Kyoko?

Well, she...

She went home.

Went home?

It's more like...

she went out with her friend.

During work?

Yes.

She just left.

Wow, okay.

She said...

because summer ends today.

Meaning?

I'm not sure.

Okay.

It's time for me to go.

- Good work. - Thank you.

Goodbye.

Hey, wait.

Yes?

You got plans after this?

No.

Nothing much.

Good.

Wanna join me for a drink?

Drink?

But is it okay to close the store?

Sure. I'm the manager, no?

Let's drink.

Cheers.

Manager.

I didn't know you drink.

Yeah, I do.

Not too often now, but I drank every day when I was younger.

Wow.

I used to be a party girl. Everyone knew me around here.

- Party girl? - Yeah.

Like Kyoko?

Maybe? Wait, let me think.

You know, we come from different generations.

But I can relate to her about bailing.

To tell you the truth...

I told Kyoko today.

Well, at least I tried to tell her that I like her.

Really? You like Kyoko?

Tell me more.

Can I talk about it?

I'm all ears.

Well, okay.

So I...

One moment.

- Okay, so... - Yeah?

It's Dazai.

Dazai?

Yes. It's Dazai.

What if she's dead?

Huh? You think she could be?

Well...kinda, yeah.

Oh, you're alive.

You really came?

Yeah. You okay?

Wait, who's that?

This is Yamanobe.

Hi, I'm Yamanobe.

Um...do you want to drink?

Take this if you like.

I made you some hot tea.

Here.

Thanks.

Sure.

Are you hungry? Wanna eat something?

Yeah.

Good. I'll use stuff in the fridge.

Well, um...

I don't know the situation well enough to advise you,

but...cheer up.

Forget it.

I'm serious. Osamu Dazai is really annoying.

I see.

"Acting too shy to say it means you want to protect yourself"?

Everyone cares about themselves.

I did nothing wrong. Don't you think?

Kento, are you mad at Dazai?

Huh? Of course.

I'm so mad at him.

I think he's kind of...

Not sure, but maybe he was always popular among girls.

So, he was clueless.

That's why I dislike him. He's really...

You're charming, Kento.

Huh?

How come?

You tried to tell her even though you felt shy, right?

Right.

Then, you're okay.

"Okay"?

Yes, you're okay.

Th...Thank you.

What do you like about Kyoko?

It's her nose piercing.

Nose piercing?

Yeah.

Her nose stud looked very pretty.

Anyone with a nose stud is your type?

What if I had one?

No, that's not what I mean.

I just thought the nose stud in Kyoko's nose was pretty.

Okay.

It's done.

It's the taste of my home.

Here you go.

Ready.

Dig in before it gets cold.

I know I'm miserable.

What?

You think so too, Kimi?

No, not at all.

I had happy times with a married man and now I'm crying.

You must think I'm a fool.

I've never thought that way.

You must mock me secretly.

Why would I do so?

Rinko, you keep struggling to live

even when you get hurt.

People who can shed tears when they get hurt

can lead their own lives.

I believe so.

How's it?

It's good as always.

See?

Did you two have dinner?

We came here drinking with some snacks, yeah?

Yeah. I'm famished though.

Really? I'll make something.

No, no. I don't mean it.

May I use other food?

You don't need to.

Shall we go buy something?

Okay. Wanna come with us?

- Yup. - Good.

My wallet...

Oh, right.

Um...

- Hello... - Which beach?

- Our team often ran... - Okay.

I'm on my way.

I have to go to the beach.

She said she's on her way.

Summer is about to end. Will your plan work?

Why?

You want to say sorry to her today before the summer ends, right?

Hmm... Aren't I right?

Yes, you're right.

It must be done before the summer ends.

If that's the case...

Look, September 1st is coming soon.

You know, the date changes after midnight.

August is over then.

It is.

But...

I just realized

that if I don't sleep, today can keep going on.

Today can continue as long as you're awake.

Ooh...

That argument?

You have a point there, too.

In that case, you still have hope.

Yes.

You really do.

By the way, how long are you going to stay here?

Huh?

What about your work?

Ah...

Yeah, maybe.

Um... What is your occupation?

Or maybe it's time to ask why you're buried here.

Well...actually...

Tell me.

I'm an angel.

Ah, okay.

Sorry, I was mistaken.

I...I knew it.

Yeah, I was totally confused.

What a relief. You surprised me.

Well, um... I mean...

Right, it's my girlfriend. I came here with her on a date.

We played with sand, and she buried me. People do it, right?

Well, maybe.

When I got buried like this, my phone received a message.

That was from the other girl. You understand?

Gosh! Really?

She told me to stay in this condition until she comes tomorrow.

Then she'd forgive me.

That's why I'm doing this. Thanks for listening.

I see.

Yeah, that's all.

Wow...

Wait, are you going to stay like this until tomorrow?

Of course. If I got out, she wouldn't forgive me.

She'd get mad.

Then, you can't go to the restroom, can you?

Come on!

You should run faster.

You're fast!

Hang in there.

So refreshing.

- Run! - Please slow down...

This is nice.

We're almost there. Hurry up.

Thank you.

Do you live on your own, Kento?

No, I live with my parents.

I see.

How about you, Manager? Are you married?

I'm...

not "Manager."

Sorry?

My name is Makiko.

It's Makiko, not Manager.

Call me Makiko.

"Makiko"?

Hey, Kento. Wanna come drink at my place?

What?

Oh, yeah.

Do you have cigarettes, Shuichi?

Ah... No.

Shall I go buy some?

It's fine. You look like a high school baseballer.

That's true.

Are cigarettes that nice?

I'd say...

Once you try them, you might find a new joy in your life.

Really?

Wait, what's going on here?

Hi, Rinko.

- It's been a while. - Yeah.

And who's he?

Nice to meet you.

Same here.

- Hello. - Nice to meet you.

Why are you buried?

Well, um...

It's a rather long story,

but if you want to know...

Listen, Rinko.

Wow, making a confession?

You may be right.

Step aside a bit.

Yeah?

Actually...

Uh-huh.

In that regional semifinal,

sorry I dropped the fly ball.

We missed the nationals.

What?

I'm really sorry!

I don't mind at all.

Huh? You don't?

No. There's nothing to forgive.

Th...Thank you.

Thank you!

Good for you, Shuichi.

Thank you.

Is that all?

Yes.

I came here just for that?

Yes!

Okay then...

Shall we do fireworks?

Sounds fun.

Shuichi!

- Go, go! - Alright...

Can you see it?

Nope! What's going on?

Ouch...

It's too hot!

Awesome. Watch out, mister!

- It's hot. - This isn't good.

Oh, no!

It's like I'm in a shower of sparks.

Or am I a firework?

Move, Kimi.

- Are you okay, mister? - You okay?

That one's a bit close to him.

Yeah, true.

- Don't do that. - Be careful.

I'll light this.

Yup, come on!

Gosh! You're too close, mister.

Oh, mister!

So amazing but scary!

Oh no...

Mine's blown out.

Fireworks are scary.

- It's enough. Too hot. - Ouch!

Hey, Rinko.

What's wrong?

Wanna go home?

You don't need to stay here.

We can go if you want to.

I can't understand it.

What?

I mean...

Go ahead.

Huh? Rinko?

Rinko, join us. It's fun.

Why did you apologize to me?

And why are you feeling released?

No one's angry that you dropped the fly ball.

We know you didn't want to.

I think you suffered from it the most.

No one's blaming you.

What was that "sorry" for?

It's like...

you can move on if people accept your apologies.

You depend on others.

Not taking responsibility.

Go forward on your own.

Overcome your own fate.

Sorry.

Ignoring your weakness and blaming others...

I depend on him, dodging my responsibility.

What?

I'm just pretending I got hurt and am suffering.

I'll go see him.

To make a clean break.

Okay.

Raise your hands.

Your first time?

No...

It's not.

I see.

Wait a sec.

Mosquito coils smell arousing, don't they?

I'm sorry, but...

Actually, it's my first time.

Okay.

Oh.

Piercing...

What?

Did you pierce your nose?

When I was younger.

W...Wait.

What?

Sorry, I want to go.

I like you.

I like you, Kyoko.

Hello?

Hello?

Kyoko?

Are you there?

Who's that?

Don't hang up. This situation arouses me.

Let's go home.

I'm going.

Ah, okay.

Um...

Please tell Rinko I'm sorry.

Also...

that I thank her and will do my best.

- Yup. - Sure.

I think...

Yeah?

They're amazing.

How?

Well...I'm not sure.

That's funny.

Most things are unsure, right?

Oh, you're awake?

But...

the summer has to end after all.

- Hm? - Sorry?

This boring summer that once seemed to last forever

has to come to its end.

I feel thirsty.

Ah...me too.

I'll get something to drink.

Do you want some?

Wait, I'll go too.

Good, let's go.

The sky's getting light.

Another workday, huh?

About the CEO...

I mean that missing CEO.

Yeah.

I thought it was him.

Ah, that buried man, right?

Right.

I checked online just now, but I was wrong.

I thought so too. So, it's not him?

Totally different.

I wonder who he actually is.

Me too.

I asked him last night the reason why he was buried.

He said he was involved in a fight between yakuza.

- Huh? - Was he?

I asked him too, and he said a strange old guy

hired him to be buried all day.

Oh, come on.

He said so.

He's so weird.

Yeah.

I'm...

going to die soon.

What?

I have cancer.

What? No way.

Right. I lied.

Sorry?

My ideal type is...

someone with bright skin and big eyes.

Someone who easily cries or gets angry.

I like that kind of girl too.

We're the same.

Yeah.

Shall we go now?

Yeah.

So, my train's that way.

Okay.

Good-bye.

Okay...bye.

This is the last time.

Okay. So?

September 1st

You're late.

How was it?

It was fun.

Oh, yeah?

All Summer Long

Written and directed by Yuki Horiuchi

English subtitles by Hiro Yamatama Hinako Someno (Japan Visualmedia Translation Academy)