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You up?

I feel sick.

You're still made up.

Want milk?

Isn't it expired?

Is it?

Probably.

We came home, then what?

I slept first.

You drank a bottle of wine.

Damn, I did!

I lose my memory a lot.

Hey, about that.

Maybe you just don't input memories.

How's that?

Well, it's just a feeling I get.

Memories aren't lost,

alcohol prevents you from inputting them.

Maybe I shouldn't care about remembering.

Huh?

Bear with me.

Brains sort info, right?

They delete the unnecessary.

Yeah! I hate that.

Who made that rule?

We forget fond old memories.

Our brains run out of room.

Have surgery to make more.

Maybe we can one day.

Backing up memories in the cloud.

Bad wifi. Can't remember your name.

Is it Kato?

Who's Kato? Also,

My storage is full. Let me use yours, Ayano.

I'll dream of your ex, Koharu.

No way! You can't have him.

Hello, long time no see!

Hell no!

Seen the swallow's nest at the greengrocer near the station?

No, I haven't.

It's pretty heavy with chicks, but it stays on the wall.

How's it done?

I guess parent birds work hard to make it from mud and sticks.

That's love. No, instinct?

Are swallows lovey-dovey?

No, mandarin ducks.

Oh, right.

Mandarin ducks are like...?

Like fancy ducks.

Ah. Crap, I forgot my phone.

- Great… - Sorry.

Jobs and homes tell you how a person lives.

So does knowing who they live with.

Put this there please.

This goes there.

It’s almost four years since Ayano found this place by the river.

So much stuff.

Where will it go?

Yeah. Good question.

Oh come on.

I'll do it later!

Ayano, aren’t you getting up?

I will, I will. Shit!

I’ll shower first.

No problem. Okay.

Koharu! How much longer?

Not long! Nearly done!

Sorry!

Why a bunk bed?

To put stuff on top.

So that's it.

Gotta maximize space.

Too many manga!

This?

What number?

Wait! I can't!

As seasons passed beside the Meguro River,

our lives grew more stable.

Hey. I think it's time we got a new vacuum.

Yeah, we should.

I think I'd fit in here.

Would you?

I'll give it a try.

For real?

I'm sure I can.

I'm in!

I'm gonna spin!

No! Don't close it!

Just a little?

Don't do it!

Our jobs were similar too.

That's one reason we got along so well.

Takino, get the next one ready.

Yeah, forward. A little more.

About 3cm to the right.

There, there!

Hello? Yeah.

Finished?

Jasmine highball!

Two!

We understood each other.

Most of all, we were at the same stage in life.

Hello?

Yeah. I'm with Ayano.

Yeah. Hey, wait.

Kosuke's in Nakameguro. Wanna go?

Yeah!

We'll go. Where?

Near Ikejiri, huh?

You got a good table!

Long time no see.

Yeah? We drank last month.

Hey, you lost weight?

It hasn't been that long!

Ate already?

No, not yet.

Beer please!

Two!

So you're going overseas?

- You heard? - From Koharu.

Yeah. To Shanghai.

Don't want to?

It's for two years at least.

That's long.

To do what?

There'll be a new fashion building for Japanese brands.

I'm in the project team.

- Awesome! - A promotion.

Could be five years.

I'll come back now and then.

He'll get a side chick.

Since high school, he's liked...

Zhang Ziyi!

What about your girl?

That's the problem...

She wants to come.

Unwelcome, huh…

You'll marry her?

Maybe. Guess I'll have to.

But Kosuke, you'll propose beautifully.

He will! He'll surprise her.

Roses on a bed!

But he'll get a local side chick too.

My image's that bad?

So this is Kosuke's going-away party now.

Yeah. Bye bye, Kosuke!

See ya.

Is that all I get?

Koharu! Koharu, let's go.

Koharu!

It's no good.

Let's carry her. She won't wake up.

Thanks.

Sorry, wait. Wait up.

Why?

Sorry. I feel sluggish. I give up.

You okay?

Yeah.

This might make a better visual.

Will the catalog be given out at the new store?

It will.

Plus, this visual will be put up there too.

Sorry, go on without me.

Oh, sure.

Hey there.

Hey.

Just got home too.

Oh. Eaten yet?

Nope.

I'm going drinking. Wanna come?

Um, I want to, but...

Not today. I've got unfinished work.

Oh. Okay, see you.

You did a home test?

I did.

Your last period was late March?

Seven weeks then.

How do you feel?

Kind of unwell sometimes, and a little queasy.

My period didn't come, so I tested myself.

Let's do an ultrasound.

Come to the chair.

Chair moving.

Lifting and opening legs.

I'll press a little.

Laksa for one.

You never change.

I'll have chicken rice.

- Drink? - No, water's fine.

Okay. That's all.

Hey, by the way,

our lease renewal's next month.

Huh? Don't you want to?

Wait. What? Something wrong?

Well...

This is gonna shock you.

What, are you pregnant?

You knew?

You're joking, right?

It's for real.

What? When? Who's the guy?

Well, somebody I work with.

I never told you.

What the hell? Who?

You wouldn't know. It's complicated.

You'll marry?

He doesn’t know about this yet.

I won't marry him.

You'll abort it?

I don't want to.

Why tell me before eating chicken rice?

I didn't know when I should.

Are you 100% sure?

It could be a phantom pregnancy...

I saw a gynecologist. I'm seven weeks.

But I could miscarry. It's hard to say.

It's hard to say?

It's definitely inside you?

Definitely.

No marriage?

A single mother?

Don't tell anybody.

Hey, how could I?

But you would, Koharu. Your mom, for one.

I wouldn't.

Also,

tomorrow's my second checkup,

and I want you to come.

Tomorrow? Me?

Okay, sure.

That's fine, but...

This is pretty shocking, you know.

So hey, you thought this over before making up your mind?

Yeah. I thought about it properly...

Properly? Anyway, I did...

And I still am, but...

Why'd this happen?

Here's your laksa.

That's mine.

Your chicken rice.

Well, first of all...

Sorry, wait.

Let's eat for now.

Let me focus on chicken rice.

You're back.

Yeah.

All I thought about today was you.

Sorry.

Don't be. Nothing to apologize for.

I think... you need to be rational.

Having it isn't realistic.

Why?

You know why.

No husband, or parents nearby.

Can you raise it alone?

Of course you can't.

What about money? Work?

Using daycare means picking the kid up later.

Can you keep your job?

And a place to live...

I thought about that!

I know I've messed up.

I know. Having a kid like this...

I'm sorry.

But tomorrow...

I want you to come.

Alright.

Sorry. I'm going to bed.

Tomorrow at 4.

I appreciate it.

Good night.

Excuse me.

Hello.

Hello. My big sister.

Hello.

Nice to meet you.

Have a seat.

Come and look. Watch this screen.

I'll press a little.

Can you see the movement?

Body is currently 21mm long.

Just right for nine weeks.

Head shape is normal too.

Heart's beating as well.

Want to listen?

For real?

For real. A healthy sound.

How many weeks?

Nine.

Nine, huh...

It looks like a person now.

Sorry.

I'll head off to work now.

Bye.

I stayed out for four days.

We did things like that.

We didn't ask about where we went or what we did.

That's how we maintained balance in our life together.

You're back.

Hi.

Spritzer?

I bet you need a drink.

Want one?

Me, a pregnant woman?

You really have quit.

But they say one drink per day is okay.

So I hear, but it's still scary.

Strangely enough, I don't feel like drinking anymore.

Just soda water for me.

Impressive.

Will I feel like that one day?

Good?

Yeah, good.

By the way...

I went to a bookstore.

A Rookie Dads' Guide to Pregnancy and Birth

A Rookie Dads' Guide?!

You're not the dad!

What's wrong?

I feel sick.

Skip work.

Have we got fruit?

You're hungry?

That's making me sick.

But I can't handle bread right now.

We've got cucumbers!

See you later!

Thanks.

Ayano, the proof for the main visual.

Okay to send back?

Just a moment.

Looks good to me.

We need to decide on the event.

Ayano.

Still got that cold?

No fever though.

We need to order gifts too.

Think of some ideas.

How many?

500 for now.

Still up?

Hurts too much to sleep.

Really? Where?

All over.

Hey, will you be busy in late August?

Summer'll be pretty quiet. Why?

Our Shibuya store'll reopen on August 25th.

I want you to decorate it.

Okay. I think I’ll be free.

Can't pay much though. Okay?

As if I'd turn you down.

Thanks.

I'm glad.

Hey.

In high school,

when you got that upper leg injury,

and I was massaging you,

you said your hymen broke. I still remember that!

You know, I'm sure it really did.

No blood my first time.

I know. You keep telling me!

It freaked me out.

I can laugh about it now. Don't laugh so much! Hey!

Back to the massage.

A little higher.

I think my morning sickness is pretty bad.

Are you eating properly?

I feel sick if I don't eat,

but sometimes when I try to, I just can't.

Then you're probably okay.

Morning sickness comes with the territory.

Your body's adjusting to being pregnant,

so it tries to maintain your energy

by making you feel sick when you're hungry.

Try to eat something, even just a little.

What things shouldn't she eat?

Best to avoid alcohol.

Limit caffeine to one cup of coffee a day.

No raw meat or fish either.

Stick to cooked foods.

That's about it.

Really?

Lots of theories out there.

The internet's a real rabbit hole.

So I don't say much about what not to eat.

More importantly,

giving you restrictions

and causing you stress isn't something I want to do.

Pregnancy isn't an illness.

Just use common sense and live normally.

Okay.

What's most important

is eating properly, exercising, and building strength.

Is it okay to run?

A full marathon?

Running and lifting heavy things in everyday life

is no problem at all.

After the 15th week,

we recommend exercise, you know?

Like maternity yoga. We hold classes.

If you'd like, join in.

Movement's recommended these days.

Just eat, move, and get strong,

or no birth for you.

Okay, apricot liqueur and soda.

And a ginger ale.

Can we order food too?

Gyoza and...

...spring rolls and…

What else?

French fries.

You gotta be kidding.

Xiaolongbao and...

...century eggs.

Wait. Are century eggs okay?

Okay, no century eggs. That's all.

Hey, listen.

Don't look up everything.

Doc said it's okay.

But century eggs might not be.

I don't want to regret it.

Oh... Fair enough.

Bathroom.

Koharu, everything okay?

Koharu? You okay?

Nah... It was those scorpions....

No way!

Scorpions please!

Uncertain options.

A groundless feeling of loss.

Like dust floating beside a bed,

we let the warm wind carry us.

One day blended into the next.

We thought that time was endless.

Grandma?

Grandma?

Grandma?

Oh my! Ayano!

You got even prettier!

Sorry to just turn up.

Don't be silly. I haven't seen you in ages!

How many years has it been?

About 10 years, I think.

This takes me back.

Hi.

I'm back.

You'll raise it yourself?

Can't I?

You'll keep working?

You're taking it too lightly.

How would you know?

I've seen my share.

What about the father?

He'll do nothing?

You can't let him escape responsibility.

Are you serious?

That's rich coming from you.

I took responsibility.

In terms of money, you mean.

Don't just stand there.

Sit back down.

Since he was little, Hirotada never could

sit still during meals.

Neither could Ayano.

You know what you want to do.

Congratulations.

You know, a child is a blessing.

You've got to have it, and raise it with care.

You never did much for her,

so support her financially, or else.

I'm going to.

No, I don't need...

Don't worry, Ayano.

We'll do what we can, so take advantage of us.

Gosh, you came so suddenly,

I thought that might be the reason.

But you know, I couldn't be happier.

I never thought I'd see my great-grandchild!

You've done well by coming to tell me,

and I'm over the moon.

Thank you dear.

So, I remembered you said you like sukiyaki,

and bought all this meat for you.

It's good stuff, so eat more.

Want an egg?

Thanks. I can do it.

I'll have one. Thanks.

Ayano.

Do you remember

that grave visit years ago?

Yeah, kind of.

You do? I'll go there now.

Could you give me a hand?

Sure.

This here

is a brush I made for polishing the gravestone.

I use it on the corners.

Like this. I come every month.

Making it clean makes the spirits happy.

Want to have a go?

Sure.

Like this?

Right.

This won't be easy for you to hear,

but when Hirotada dies, nobody else will do this.

The thought of that makes me sad.

Shall I come and clean it?

Really?

Just hearing those words from you makes me so happy.

Leaving you alone like that

was disgraceful of Hirotada.

The final touch.

Pour this over it.

Pour this?

That's right.

All of our ancestors were fond of drinking.

Ayano, you don't drink much?

I quite like it.

Oh dear. You're a chip off the old block.

This car's new?

Bought it last year. Crappy?

No. It's okay.

What do you do now?

I actually don’t do much these days.

I mostly read books.

I'm thinking of writing one.

Like a self-help book?

Not like that. Fiction.

Yeah? Enjoying life?

It could be worse.

It won't be easy, raising it alone.

Won't know till I try.

Right.

Want to move back? Be my dependent.

Thanks.

I'll be okay.

But you could send me money.

You came all this way for that?

You can go.

That's a heavy bag.

I need to get strong.

I'll...

...visit with the baby.

You'll be a granddad then.

So I will.

Lastly, the gifts.

We've made two samples.

I prefer this. How about it?

Hmm, yeah. This one.

Great.

Okay, we'll proceed as agreed.

Oh, Ayano.

Got a moment?

Sure.

Takino, we'll be fine.

Your pregnancy's stable?

Yes.

When will you announce it?

Oh. Would after the event be alright?

Wow. You'll hold off, huh?

I don't want special treatment.

I'll get bigger though.

Alright then.

And after the birth?

Returning to work?

It shouldn't be hard to arrange daycare.

I'd like to come back next April.

You don't want to quit press, do you?

You mean a transfer?

It's been talked about.

But I'll say no for you.

However,

guaranteeing a return to your position

is difficult.

Can't reduce hours?

Your child could get sick.

What if daycare calls?

Of course you'll go.

As a mother.

I'll train Takino till I leave.

Well...

You could...

...hire a nanny.

I'm sure you're thinking.

But sometimes you'll need to go.

You'll have to make absolutely sure

we can get by without you.

Growing well.

It's your 21st week. Looking good.

Doctor.

Can you tell what sex it is?

Want to know?

I really shouldn't say, but...

This is between its legs. See?

There's a cleft there.

A girl, I think.

Is that for sure?

Well, as far as I can see here.

You wanted a boy?

No.

I wanted a girl.

This is giara?

Yeah. Cow stomach. The fourth one.

I think I'll pass.

It's well-cooked though.

Okay, I'll have it all.

You know, I was hoping it'd be a boy.

Yeah? I don't know how I'd raise a boy.

At junior high age, what if he jerks off?

Huh? That's cute.

I'd want to help.

Ugh! That's messed up!

What about names?

Nothing decided yet.

By the way, about that reopening event.

Are you...

...able to arrange for a DJ booth?

Equipment and everything?

Yeah.

It's not my thing, but I get asked a lot.

So I can do it now.

Way to go.

I want to learn a craft too.

Morning.

Morning. Can this go in?

Sure. Put it at the back of the 1st floor.

Mayu, 2nd floor backyard for this.

Cover this whole low part too.

Make sure everyone gets one of these cards.

Like just now, slowly searching.

Let's try that.

Got it.

10% discount, right?

Right.

Ayano, excuse me.

The gifts came.

Okay.

Ah, I get it.

Let's move them.

Oh! Hey!

I'll do that.

Oh, sorry. Thanks.

What's inside?

Gifts, just in time.

Got to assemble them.

Hmm. How many?

400.

That's quite a lot.

Can't do it on the 1st floor.

More space on the 2nd.

Okay. Thanks.

I'll get help.

Yes please.

So what's next?

Um, put them by the register.

Okay.

Hello, Ayano?

I got the delivery date wrong.

I'm so sorry.

Here! Food.

Thanks.

In there?

In here.

This is where you work?

Nah, I hardly ever come here.

Sorry for the trouble.

No, it's all my fault.

My friend, Ayano.

Nice to meet you.

Same here.

Okay, take your bag off.

Right, so...

Take this and this,

and connect them like so.

Then give it to me.

Okay.

It's ready.

Want to take a look?

Sure.

Thanks for staying up.

No biggie.

Can't just go home.

Nah.

How about sushi in Tsukiji?

The two of us

have lived in this frantically updating city,

feeling its glamorous and chaotic atmosphere

against our skin.

Cities change with the faces of the people who live there.

A morning like frosted glass.

We hold faith in the future of this ephemeral scenery.

They're so small.

And cute.

Buy me! Buy me!

Me? Wow, what should I do?

That duck's adorable!

That's a swan.

Definitely a swan.

Hey. This is cute.

Well, it's cute,

but kinda ordinary.

This one's better.

Dinosaurs for a girl?

Huh? Why not dinosaurs?

I just think it's bad to tell girls how to be.

Hey.

Can you get time off in November?

Why?

For a trip.

Our last one together.

November...

Impossible. You're due in December.

A domestic trip should be okay.

Everybody visits family.

Domestic like where?

Um... Maybe Okinawa?

Okinawa?

At least it won’t be cold.

Thanks. Um,

I guess it sounds shocking.

But this means a lot to me,

so I'm having it.

How many months?

About six now.

I'm due in December,

so I'll be on leave from late next month.

So, till then, there's lots to do.

Handing over work etc. It'll be a nuisance,

but please bear with me. Anyway,

I'm planning on coming right back.

Thanks.

Dig your left heel into the mat,

facing the baby forward.

Then inhale, stretch both arms out,

and exhale while bending your right knee.

Breathe deeply for the two of you.

Palm facing up,

lift your right hand and stretch.

Right shoulder pulled back,

point your chest upwards.

Hey.

Do my right hand nails?

Sure. I'm not good at it though.

I don't mind.

Ayano,

yours are so different to mine.

Thought I should start being thrifty.

So...

The father. Of your child.

You really...

...haven't told him anything?

You won't ever?

I thought so, but...

One day my daughter

might decide she wants to know.

But I don't know what's best.

I'll only know when the time comes.

No point agonizing now.

Right.

Birth for first-time mothers takes 12 to 15 hours on average.

In the birth canal, the baby moves down your pelvis,

turning its head around as it descends.

I bet guys love her.

If you feel fear, or tense up unnaturally,

the baby tires too,

slowing down the birth.

Try your best to loosen up and relax.

Here's video of an actual birth.

First the head emerges, then the shoulders,

and the body.

The head emerging is the hardest.

Once it's out, the body follows easily.

Notice it looks very tired.

For the baby, traveling a finger's length

is harder than running a full 42.195 km marathon.

It's a fitting analogy.

Some babies cry at first,

but gradually relax and stop crying when held.

This skinship has a calming effect. Babies love being held.

So after you give birth, make sure to embrace your baby often.

Wash gently with the soapy foam.

Wash with soap?

Yes. Babies often get rashes and spots,

so wash with soap.

Will she cry?

She might.

If bathed by someone she doesn't know.

That's it, good.

Rinse the head too.

Should I use much soap?

Just one push.

And make foam.

Gently, and not too vigorously.

Okay, who's next?

Koharu.

Support the neck. Here.

And the waist with your right hand.

- Like this? - That's it.

Let's bail.

I was gonna say that.

We're going to the restroom.

We drank too much. We'll be back.

Sorry!

Hurry!

That was close!

They were really overdoing it.

Look. There's a gym here too.

This building's amazing.

A pool too. Let's go!

Just for a look.

Really?

It's a real pool!

Is this okay?

Whoa, it's so big!

- Anyone here? - Be quiet!

Seems empty.

- It sure does! - It does, but...

Amazing, right?

It's really cold!

No! You can't do that!

It's okay. We're all girls.

In our underwear?!

Get in! Hurry!

Oh crap...

Shallow breathing.

The sound of bubbles.

Bathed in light, and fading away.

As my vision blurs,

distance becomes vague,

and I sometimes become lost.

Sinking into the past, on the verge of dark depths,

I lift my head, and try to grasp that slender arm.

You okay? Be careful. Don't move.

I'm so sorry.

It's okay, I'll do it. Go relax.

Thanks...

My hands go numb lately.

Her face is visible now.

It's like she's yawning.

By the way,

her head is upwards.

Here.

Upside down?

Yes.

You're 30 weeks.

She could still shift,

but beyond the 34th week, it's hard to fix.

Is a breech birth a bad thing?

It's not bad,

but you might need a C-section.

A C-section?

- I was C-sectioned. - How come?

I was a breech birth?

They're increasing in Japan.

It scares some mothers,

but 30% of births abroad are C-sections.

You can choose the date,

making it easier to plan.

She could shift, so let's wait and see.

Still, even if you have a C-section,

it's a birth nonetheless.

Koharu, move.

Wait, didn't you vacuum last week?

I did.

But when the baby comes,

she'll be sensitive to dust.

We have to clean more thoroughly.

Also,

like I told you before,

don't just dump trash.

It makes a mess.

Sorry.

Hey.

What about...

...a washing machine?

That came out of nowhere.

When she's born, I can't come here all the time.

I guess not.

Time to buy one?

A washer-dryer.

But you know,

if I stop coming here, I'll stop reading.

Sorry.

Thank you.

But I'll be back.

Just save my seat. Thank you. See you!

Ayano, sit down.

I'm back!

Still up?

Mayu missed her train.

Sorry to barge in.

It's fine.

Long time. Remember me?

Oh, that event in August?

That's right! Wow!

You're so big. How many months?

Oh...

Eight months.

Not long now.

Yeah. Thanks.

Koharu, I'm going to bed.

Night.

Good night.

Koharu. She's so big!

I know!

I want a baby too.

Get a guy first.

Oh yeah. I forgot!

Koharu. Koharu.

Come here.

Where'll she sleep?

The sofa, I think.

Why?

I can't go to the bathroom.

Huh? How come?

I don't want her to see me.

Don't worry. You look cute.

No I don't!

Also, you could've let me know first.

Oh... Okay, I'll take the sofa.

That's not it.

I'm due in two months.

Don't bring people home.

Alright.

I gave her taxi fare and she left.

Sorry. I'll pay you.

Forget it. It's not that.

Listen.

The baby...

Of course, I want to stay with you and support you.

That was my decision.

Thanks.

Who's the father?

Kosuke, isn't it?

That night in April.

I'm not sure.

Huh?

Who else is there?!

Why?

You're having a kid!

How can you say that?!

Kosuke's totally in the dark!

He'll have no idea

that you're raising his kid! Did you ever...

...think of his feelings?!

Why? Kosuke and I don't know.

Your daughter won't know who her father is either!

You're always like this!

You pretend to be thoughtful,

but you're just winging it!

Realize that it's not just your life anymore!

Why?

Why give birth alone?

What's beautiful about that?

I would've told you...

When?

Look how big you are now!

Hello?

Coming!

Ms. Tsutsumi?

Yes, that's me.

Good to see you. Welcome.

I'm sorry. My booking's for two,

but my friend canceled.

Oh dear...

But you came all this way.

Okay, you only have to pay for one.

Are you sure?

No problem. It's off-peak anyway.

Hey, Suguru!

Back when?

By opening time.

Sorry about that.

This is your key.

Thank you.

Will you have breakfast?

Is it complimentary?

Yes. Tell me the evening before.

From 9am to 1230pm.

You can have breakfast or lunch here.

I close up shop after that,

but I'm open from 6pm.

If you'd like a drink, please drop by.

Thank you.

Let's hope she comes back soon.

Doctor.

What's birth music?

Sorry, didn't I explain?

We play music you like.

When the baby's born.

It isn't distracting?

No.

Heavy metal might be.

I'll think.

Doctor.

Giving birth alone,

and raising a kid alone...

Is it common?

Unmarried single mothers

have increased a lot.

One in four mothers in Tokyo is unmarried.

I've seen many.

Oh...

I don't know how their lives turned out...

I've...

...never given birth.

So I'm envious.

Of course,

there'll be hard times.

Lots.

After all, living creatures

aren't designed to have children easily.

But hardship...

...isn't all there is, right?

That's why I'm envious.

You're sure you want your child?

Right now,

I'm very sure.

You've got a good friend.

Hold on to her.

They're hard to find.

Hello!

Table or counter for you?

Um, the counter.

Okay, please sit here.

A drink first?

Draft beer for now.

One draft!

Coming up!

An appetizer.

Thank you.

Excuse me.

What's this kupa?

There's an Okinawan liquor called kusu,

which is aged awamori.

That's kusu with pineapple.

Easy to drink, but packs a punch.

I'll try it.

Here you go.

Delicious.

You're from Tokyo?

Yes.

Where exactly?

It's called Nakameguro.

I lived in Yutenji.

You did?

Yeah. It's great, right?

It is.

When did you move to Okinawa?

Well, about 15 years ago.

I worked for a company managing restaurant chains,

till I wanted out.

So, you came with your husband?

I don't have one.

Oh, I'm sorry.

It's fine.

But he's my son.

I brought him here when he was really little.

It was a gamble though.

Suguru.

Take her.

Ms. Tsutsumi!

I'm sorry about yesterday.

You were out like a light.

Please forgive me.

It's totally alright.

I'm going to the pineapple field. Want to come?

Never seen one?

May I?

Yeah, there's room. Let's go.

Suguru!

She'll join us.

Jump in.

We make our kupa with our pineapples.

Wow. Juice from real fruit.

Wait, these fields are all yours?

I couldn't manage all of them myself!

Just one part there.

This one looks good. Yeah, perfect. It'll do.

Grab it, and twist it.

You got it!

I got it!

Well done.

It's heavy.

Let's eat it later.

Awesome.

This part smells lovely.

- Right? - Sweet!

Freshly picked.

Any others?

All these fields here

were managed by just one couple.

About 70 years old.

70?

What, all of them?

That's right.

From 6am every morning, till sundown.

But around three years ago, the old lady collapsed.

They had no successor,

so they were forced to give it up.

The old man was one of my regulars. A real boozehound!

In Okinawa, women are usually the hard workers.

But...their pineapples were delicious.

For the old lady's sake,

the locals and I wanted to maintain these fields.

We divided them up,

to keep this place alive.

That was kind.

It's like that here.

Neighbors aren't strangers, all over this island.

Even so,

it's probably easier to be kind to a stranger.

Hi.

Hi.

What's that?

A baby bed.

Oh, self-assembly. I'll help.

This? Not this?

The biggest one.

The angular part faces this way.

Tighten the screws like this.

Tighten them where?

Here, and this bit. Here.

Yeah, yeah.

You were gonna try alone?

Ready...

Heavy?

Is this fixed?

Next is this.

Try pushing it.

You're right.

Then this one too.

Got it?

- Yeah. - Really? It's heavy.

I'm supposed to exercise anyway.

Nice. Like a real mother.

Oh please.

Whoa. We did it. All good?

Let's add you-know-what.

I'm sorry.

I was scared.

As the Heisei era ends, the Reiwa era begins.

Let’s see how people are ushering in the new age.

Hey there.

See you in 15.

I made milk, so don't worry.

It's hot!

What? What's up?

You see Mommy?

Hey, your mommy's here!

Here's Mommy!

It won't open.

- Been a good girl? - She's asleep.

Ready?

Will she wake up?

This is a huge rental.

Cool, huh?

Looks hard to drive.

But I like it. It's wild.

Bigger is steadier, I thought.

Koharu, look.

Everything okay?

Seems so to me.

Off we go.

Ayaka Miyoshi Junko Abe

Directed by Hajime Tsuda

© Daughters Production Committee

English subtitles by Don Brown