ASURA
Dad, the moving truck is here!
Coming!
- Dad, there's no need. - Huh?
- Mr. Katsumata doesn't have much stuff. - Oh?
- Takiko. - Yeah?
What about the tip?
Do we need to give him one?
You can't skip stuff like that.
Mr. Katsumata.
- Huh? - Dad says to tip.
Tip?
Oh, right.
I don't have small bills.
Me neither.
I'll do it.
Thank you for your help. Here's a little extra.
- Sorry there's no envelope. - Not at all.
Thank you.
- Sorry, sir. - It's fine.
- Dad! - What?
You know, I haven't made up my mind or anything.
Mr. Katsumata isn't family yet. On money matters, you should--
I know.
She's so inflexible.
- Dad, where are you going? - Cigarette run.
Hey, don't drag things! You'll scratch the floor!
Oh, no!
Huh?
Oh.
Don't worry.
That wasn't you. It's an old scratch.
Phew. Thank goodness.
It was probably Sakiko.
You know we shared a room, right?
All we ever did was fight.
I see.
Your older sisters too?
Um... probably.
With faces like theirs?
It's probably in our genes.
Oh, I remember. Over there.
That was probably Tsunako.
Whoa.
I've never heard of someone who's so afraid of heights
that they can't even stand on a footstool.
I'm okay on the second floor though.
That's much higher than this.
Yeah, but it has railings.
I guess there are no footstools with rails.
When you laugh, all your muscles
ripple.
It's like a tsunami.
Especially,
over here.
Whoa!
What are you doing?
Takiko!
Cut it out! My dad will be home soon.
- It's fine. - It's not fine!
I don't like this!
- It'll be fine. - You expect to just take advantage?
- Let go! - Ow!
Mr. Katsumata!
That hurt.
Are you...
Hello! Your Kiku Sushi order is here!
I never ordered Kiku Sushi.
Kiku Sushi! Your order is here!
You've got the wrong house!
Hi! Super deluxe platter for five.
I told you, it's not our order.
Yeah, but... it's already paid for.
Maybe it was my dad?
No, it was a woman.
- A woman? - Yes.
Oops, we got here at the same time.
Thanks for the delivery.
Huh? You ordered this?
I know you love fatty tuna, so I requested extra. Enjoy!
You can't just-- Where are you going?
- Place your shoes properly. - Excuse me.
Oh, I'll take that.
Thank you!
I better say hello to Mom first.
- At least take your coat off. - This house is freezing!
Plus, I want her to see it.
Mom knew
that I didn't have a coat after I started dating Hide.
She said she would buy one for me with her secret savings,
but then she collapsed.
What is that? Mink?
American red fox.
A fox wearing a fox, huh?
Where's Mr. Katsumata?
What happened?
- Oh, it was a hammer. - What?
You hit him?
Wait, are you okay?
He's fine.
Why would you hit him in the head with a hammer?
Oh, it was me.
It was up high, and...
Yeah. It fell.
Anyway, I found a good lead for you.
It's the editorial desk for this magazine. We've worked with them.
Their monthly salary is really good.
Wait a second.
Did you ask her for that?
No, I only talked to Mr. Satomi--
Takao asked me to find somewhere our brother could settle down.
Choose your words more carefully.
What?
Oh... "our brother"?
I meant in the general sense.
So then, he's no different to you than your average fish or sushi vendor?
Takiko, you really...
Sakiko!
A man's profession is about more than money.
So being a detective is superior to working for a boxing magazine?
Could you set the table... Brother?
Uh, right.
Say, where's Dad?
He went to buy cigarettes.
Why don't we eat? The tuna will turn color soon.
I'll pass.
There you go getting jealous again.
Me, jealous?
Of what?
I'm the one with a stable job and savings.
A job and savings, huh?
Are those enough to make a woman happy?
I don't have a job nor any savings,
but I'm constantly thankful I was born a woman.
It's up to you, Mr. Katsumata.
Until you settle down, she'll keep getting hysterical.
Go home.
You can't take a joke.
Go home!
This is Dad's house. You can't order me around.
You can't say that after you pushed him on us!
- Is this supposed to make up for that?! - Hey!
That was close.
If that's how you feel, I'll take it elsewhere.
I can see why she got mad.
I was only trying to help!
Your approach is all wrong.
Um... you're not ready for that.
Here. Some spending money.
- For real? - Thanks!
- How much did you give them? - Quit worrying!
- This is great. It's enough for a Walkman. - Wow... Huh?
- A Walkman! - I lost my count.
Oh, right. I think I'll buy one too then.
You can't do this every time.
Just this once.
- Don't eat all the tuna. - Huh?
- Give the coat back. The money too. - Makiko!
No! Hey!
There's a limit. Even for siblings and relatives.
If money's burning a hole in your pocket, put it into savings.
If we do that, it'll jinx him.
Once you start saving money,
it's like you expect to lose your next title defense.
Everyone in his trade thinks like that.
Save it for your own home then.
You know, Takiko is unsatisfied.
I can tell these days.
When I pass a woman on the street,
I say to myself, "That one's satisfied,"
or "That one's not."
Which one am I?
I won't say.
I've had enough fights for one day.
Quit eating all the tuna! It's one per person.
I think the sushi is calling me.
- What? - The tuna is delicious.
Tuna?
The squid is good too.
KOTARO TAKEZAWA
You can't tell him that! No matter what.
But it feels wrong to stay quiet.
SHIZUO KATSUMATA
I'd rather apologize and get it off my chest.
He's a man. He won't care about how we met.
It weighs on my conscience.
Oh, is that oden?
You'll sleep here tonight, right?
Dad!
- As a parent, how can you say that? - What?
Seriously? Don't jump to conclusions, you fool.
Do you think your dad... is unhappy?
About what?
You know.
About living with a stranger like me.
I know it's not for me to say,
but if someone were to move in, shouldn't it be Tsunako?
She's the oldest.
I thought so too at first.
That your dad's unhappy?
About Tsunako.
But her son is coming home from Sendai.
Oh, I see.
I guess that would complicate things.
- You can eat this. - Thanks.
- And this. - Right.
You're gonna love this. It's my mom's specialty.
- My son is here. Yes. - Looks good.
- It is good. - Another time then. Tomorrow.
My apologies.
Who was that?
Oh, uh... a student from my ikebana class.
Huh? Is it okay to cancel?
It's fine!
Of course it is. Don't be silly.
- If you say so. Right? - Yeah.
When you didn't come home for New Year's,
I knew that skiing excuse was nonsense.
If you have someone in your life, you could have told me earlier.
- It's hard to express it in a letter. - Yeah.
And a phone call didn't seem right either.
- We intended to do it eventually, right? - Yeah.
Ma'am, the yams are delicious.
Oh? You think?
I'll teach you how to prepare them next time.
- Good for you. - Yeah.
- So, Kayoko-- - Satoko.
Satoko?
- Forgive me. - "Sato," the kanji for measurement.
- And your zodiac sign? - Camel.
Hey! What do you mean "camel"?
She can go a whole day without water
and walk forever without tiring.
I'm a year older than him.
Oh, I see.
Any siblings?
You know that Saudi Petroleum...
What?
The Petroleum Minister.
The one with a Japanese-sounding name.
A Japanese-sounding name?
"Ya" something...
Yamani?
- Petroleum Minister Yamani. - Yeah, him.
Whenever I hear his name,
I imagine the kanji for "mountain" and "two."
I can't help it.
Since you work at a library, everything is letters to you.
What's wrong?
Are you choking?
The shirataki noodles...
- Rub his back! - What?
Can you breathe?
They got stuck in his windpipe. Rub his back.
- Like this. - Are you okay?
- Are you-- - I'm fine.
I'm okay.
Sorry about that.
You startled me.
I thought you were gonna die!
Where are you going?
- The bathroom? - Yeah.
Why do I always screw up important moments?
This wasn't an important moment.
Well, it's my first night here, right?
And we're having dinner with your dad.
I guess I'm destined to mess up the first night.
That's...
Don't say that.
Oh, I didn't mean...
You're going out?
Yeah.
- To where? - I remembered an errand.
What errand?
You know...
There are cigarettes here.
No, it's fine. You two enjoy yourselves.
Dad, come on.
I don't like this sort of thing.
When people try to set me up.
- I hate it. - That's not what this is.
What is it then?
Um...
It's fine. I'll go.
- What? - I'll find somewhere else to live.
Mr. Katsumata.
Let's not have another moving day.
Okay?
Now go inside.
The bathwater was lovely.
It wasn't too hot?
No, it was fine.
I like hot baths.
- Just like Masaki. - Yes.
Oh, but I don't mean...
Well then, good night.
Good night.
Good night!
- Make yourself at home. - Thank you.
Jeez, how long were you in there?
Sorry!
Huh? What is it?
I like him, you know.
He's a good guy, that Katsumata.
He won't lie to you.
I take refuge in Amida Buddha
Whoa, careful!
Jeez.
- Sorry about this. - Huh?
You hate that, don't you?
Well... at least it's not every day.
It's the one thing my mom looks forward to.
Cut her some slack.
I actually like the way you care for your mother.
Cut it out. We're outside.
Who's watching?
Oh, he's awake.
He must be hungry.
Should I do it?
No, you take care of your mom.
Coming.
I take refuge in Amida Buddha
What should we pray for today?
Are your eyes going bad?
It'll be too late if they ever do.
Well, if that's all it is.
Pray your hardest, Mom.
Leave it to me!
I take refuge in Amida Buddha
Milk?
No? Okay.
Here.
Huh? Hey!
That was unexpected.
"Yum, yum!"
Mm! It's yummy.
Is this Mukai Clinic?
I'm calling about Mr. Satomi, who had a full check-up today.
Is he finished yet?
Satomi. Takao Satomi.
Yes.
What?
Pardon me!
What was that about?
I thought maybe I had the wrong room.
She panics easily.
On our honeymoon, she went to a bathhouse alone,
and when she came back, I was changing.
She said, "Pardon me," and ran away.
Come on. Let's not tell stories like that.
Thank you for supporting my husband.
It's my pleasure.
So, you felt sick afterward? That's just like last year.
I don't respond well to colonoscopies.
I'm sorry for the trouble.
I happened to have brought some urgent documents over.
Thanks for that.
Did your handkerchief get dirty?
- Not at all. - Please allow me to wash it for you.
No, I couldn't.
I really don't mind.
- Water? - A cigarette?
Do you need water?
I'll have a cigarette.
Is it okay to smoke?
Well, the nausea is gone.
I asked her to buy me a pack.
Don't you smoke SevenStars?
He switched to Mild Seven three months ago.
You didn't notice?
Well, I'm not a smoker.
They do look quite similar.
- Mr. Kikumura called for you. - Oh?
That's a surprise.
I wonder if he bought that condo.
Not that Kikumura. The one from Semboku Bank.
He needs the loan details.
I'll call him tomorrow.
Very well.
If you're through with work matters, I'll take over from here.
In that case...
- Take care. - Thanks.
Oh, what a coincidence.
I'll take this as a warning.
Not that I've done anything wrong.
I bought this with my year-end bonus.
And when Mr. Satomi saw it, he said he wanted to buy one for his wife.
Is that so?
I'll be going.
Ow!
I didn't know we wore matching outfits.
I'm bad at picking out clothes.
Perhaps you bought that for her too?
If I had, I wouldn't have bought you both the same item.
She has a boyfriend, you know.
Oh? Who?
I don't know his name or anything.
Do you need help?
I'm fine.
I've got it.
I'll get it, sir.
Hello?
Daddy?
Huh?
You're not Daddy?
What number did you call?
Wrong number?
It was a kid.
A kid?
A boy.
I see.
Maybe he wanted to ask for permission to visit his grandma after school.
Yeah, probably.
- Mr. Katsumata. - Yes?
Have you heard the saying, "A Nara sword's gleam soon fades"?
What's that?
I think it was back in the Muromachi period.
It's said that cheap, poor-quality swords were mass-produced near Nara.
They're now called "Nara-mono."
I see.
So, that's what a "Nara sword" is?
Yes.
At first, they gleam brightly and look very sharp,
but their coating eventually fades away.
- Is that what I am? - No, sorry.
I'm not saying this as criticism.
I simply mean you're working too hard.
Right.
- Here's rice. - Thanks.
Or are you trying to compensate for something, perhaps?
There's nothing like that.
Let's go fifty-fifty then.
We'll switch cooking duty on a daily basis.
Thanks for the meal.
Thank you.
Hello?
Oh, it's you.
Is that you, Dad?
Here.
Hello? Oh, Takiko.
Did you cook dinner?
I'm used to cooking, so...
- Oh, right. My dad can't eat-- - Good night.
He can't eat potatoes.
Oh, no... I made potatoes tonight.
Boiled potatoes with chopped meat.
Oh, that dish is okay. It's the one potato dish he eats.
He's eating it, right?
He is.
Now I want some too.
I wondered what this was about. One marriage is enough for me.
If you want to live alone for the rest of your life, fine.
But...
But what?
Won't someone be shedding tears?
Whoever do you mean?
There must be someone.
For every smile, there's a frown.
That's the way the world goes 'round.
Say something!
Have a drink with me?
Don't mind if I do.
Recommending drinks is fine, but do the other recommendation too!
Your sister really wants you to remarry.
I bought a new kimono and I need a chance to wear it.
The shirataki tastes great.
She loves traditional morals.
No, she's just remembering the old school Rescript.
"Be affectionate to your brothers and sisters."
"As husbands and wives be harmonious."
You remember all that?
"Extend your benevolence..." What came next?
No, before that,
"Bear yourselves in modesty and moderation."
What does that mean anyway?
It means to be respectful. To carry yourself in a polite manner.
Sir, my hands are full.
Hello? Takezawa residence.
Daddy, how are you?
I'm fine. How are you, my boy?
I'm not fine.
That's not good. Cheer up.
I can't.
We've got a problem then.
If I see you, I'll cheer up.
We can't do that.
Why not?
I've gotta go. Good night.
Can I call again?
Yeah, go ahead.
Mr. Takezawa.
Yes?
I have to tell you something. May I?
Sure. Go ahead.
What is it?
I heard you praised me as someone who doesn't lie.
Oh, Takiko told you?
Yes.
But, I've been
lying to you, sir.
I hid something from you.
Hid something?
I'm the one
who investigated your affair.
That's how Takiko and I met.
At this point,
I don't know if we intend to marry,
but if we do...
As a token of apology...
Um...
I'll take good care of her.
I'll never cheat on her as long as I live.
I haven't laughed this hard in a long while.
The "camel" thing was a nice touch.
He never made jokes like that before.
Maybe the humps mean she's got kids.
Wait, that might be it.
I'm joking.
She has no shame.
Even if they're serious,
he could have stayed the first night alone.
Or they could have stayed in separate rooms.
"The bathwater was lovely."
What happened to that speech you gave me?
"I'm throwing all your things away."
"My son will get married, I'll have a grandchild,
and we'll live a quiet life free of worldly desires."
Did you change faiths?
I got all worked up over nothing.
Huh? Are you...
A dizzy spell?
Take it easy. Sit here.
I want to throw this.
Do it.
Replacing the screens is a pain.
I'll do it for you.
I'm good at it.
Here goes.
TSUNAKO MITAMURA'S SCHOOL OF IKEBANA
Good afternoon.
- Hello. - Sorry I'm late.
- Not at all. - Thank you.
By choosing which leaves remain and which to cut...
Spread them out and arrange them to look natural.
Combining chrysanthemum types might work.
That's good. Try something bold.
There.
Eh?
KNIT COFFEE
I'll check your answers afterward.
Here. Take a look.
- I'm gonna check then. - Sure.
Three, two, one...
It's wrong, Daddy!
Huh? Wrong how?
I see.
- That's not it. - You're right.
- It's too hard for me. - This one.
I never learned this stuff.
You do this one like this.
- Oh? - Like that.
It's the same thing, isn't it?
No, it's not!
KOTARO TAKEZAWA SHIZUO KATSUMATA
You came just to hammer that nail?
I didn't get to finish last time.
Will you... make me laugh?
Say something funny.
Huh? It's hard on a moment's notice.
I want you...
to get that same feeling you had that day.
Today, I...
I won't say no.
I can only serve what you brought us.
Will this do?
So, what did you want to tell me?
Oh, uh... it can wait for later.
Should I leave you two alone?
No, Takao. You stay here.
Huh?
Oh, right. Yoko!
Go upstairs, please.
You're getting married, right?
Yoko!
Is that true?
Really?
To Mr. Katsumata?
I knew it.
You seem totally different, Aunt Takiko.
You're glowing.
Well, a soon-to-be bride can't look gloomy, can she?
Go upstairs.
- Now. - Upstairs.
Whenever I state the truth, you send me upstairs.
Why do you think we built a second floor?
Now, go!
Kids these days are scary.
Both their bodies and intuition are outgrowing the adults.
You've got your hands full.
If I daze out and don't notice something, she picks up on it right away.
I can't let my guard down.
"The blush upon my cheek proclaims to all," huh?
It's about time.
She's right. You have the best facial features of all, Takiko.
If you'd caught on earlier, you could have...
- I could have what? - Oh, uh...
I could have found someone better?
- No! You just wouldn't have taken so long. - Welcome back!
He's right. Do you know how worried I was?
- At least say you're home. - It's okay.
Nothing you say ever seems to offend me, Makiko.
- Your aunt is here. Say hello. - Even so...
Hello.
- Is that it? - He's rebelling.
You've gotten taller again!
He better have. He eats four times a day.
When's the ceremony?
Do we have to do one?
Of course!
There are some things you have to do.
Neither of us like them.
It's not a matter of preference.
When your kids grow up, you'll regret it.
They always ask to see their parents' wedding photos.
The real problem is who to invite.
Parents, siblings, and...
Siblings, huh?
There is one person...
I don't want to invite.
Who's that?
Sakiko.
You're rebelling too?
I don't know what she said, but you're sisters.
That's no reason to brag about how much money she has.
The way she shows off--
She means no harm.
It's her revenge.
She's getting revenge for the way I mocked her grades as a kid.
So let her do it.
I don't mind. She can say what she wants to me.
But I feel bad
for Mr. Katsumata.
He's finally gained confidence as a man.
- What? - Huh?
I don't want to pull the rug out from under him
when he's ready to move forward.
Does he feel the same way?
- No. - It's yours alone?
There'll be hard feelings.
I was just about to say that.
Not being invited to her sister's wedding...
That's something Sakiko and Mr. Jinnai will never forget.
You never learn, do you?
What?
It's Mr. Katsumata who will have the hard feelings.
I know I would
if I found out my wife was that concerned about me.
Takiko, you're out of line!
You can't go tell Makiko something like that.
All your sisters should be there.
Whether they're rich like the Rockefellers or even murderers,
it doesn't matter.
I'm human too.
I have my resentments.
I scream out too.
But that's not the same thing.
If she ever does something to upset you...
You know, I'm prone to hot flashes. Maybe I won't even notice.
Hey there.
I've been saving this.
Oh, wow!
Takiko, you know those kiriko glasses?
Could you get them for us?
Where are they again?
Here we go.
In here? No.
Where?
Oh, over here.
There they are.
How is it?
Incredible.
Yeah. What an aroma.
- Mind if I join you? - Join us.
Well, then. Congratulations.
Thank you very much. It's all thanks to you, sir.
What?
Oh, um, I didn't mean...
That's right.
I guess I brought you two together.
Congrats again.
- Thank you very much. - Thanks.
Cheers.
- Are you okay? - It's...
- It's pretty... - Strong?
It has quite an aftertaste.
- Tasty. - You're right.
It's trouble if you drink it neat.
WAITING ROOM FOR KATSUMATA AND TAKEZAWA FAMILIES
Looking good, Mr. Katsumata.
- It looks big on you. - Tsunako!
You look great.
Won't people know that it's rented?
You only wear them once. Even if you buy it, it's like a rental.
He's right. Hold your head high.
I prefer men who slouch.
Stop it! You'll confuse him.
- Oh, it's Jinnai! - Hide! Look over here!
Thanks, everyone.
Whoa! Steady!
Hi there!
Congratulations on your marriage!
Thank you, everyone.
Look this way!
A photo? Let's do it.
- Up we go! - Wow!
- Say cheese. - Cheese!
What are you doing?
Didn't I tell you to dress down, so you don't outshine the bride?
- You're not the stars here. - I know, okay?
So then, why is he dressed like that?
I put a dark lounge suit out for him.
But as we were leaving, he said he couldn't wear black.
- He said the occasion should be brighter. - He stands out as it is!
This isn't a parade.
Okay, strike a pose.
I'm gonna go tell them.
Excuse me, everyone.
This is a private event. Could we ask you to leave?
The ceremony will start soon. Please do this later.
Come on, ladies. Can't you let them stay?
I have to respect my fans.
Even so--
Isn't it more festive like this?
It improves the mood, right?
But...
- Congratulations. - Thank you.
Couldn't we make things even brighter?
Huh?
It's a once-in-a-lifetime event. The lighting is too dark.
It should be dazzling--
- What the-- - Are you okay?
- The suit! - Takiko!
Watch out! It's slippery!
Are you all right?
- Whoa! - Careful.
Leave!
Both of you, leave.
If you won't,
we will.
Wait a minute, Takiko.
- Let's go. - Whoa, there. Hold on.
In ten years, you'll be laughing over this.
Okay?
Mr. Katsumata, change outfits with me. I don't think that one suits you.
But what about you?
I'll borrow one from the venue.
Mr. Katsumata, Ms. Takezawa. We're ready for you.
Coming!
Just one second, please.
Let's go. Come on.
Come on.
You too, Takiko.
- Don't slip. - Watch your step there.
You're not well, are you?
- I'm fine. - So what happened?
Someone pushed me.
Hide.
I'll be right there.
Okay.
Do you promise to be faithful to her, in good times and in bad,
for richer or poorer,
in sickness and in health,
for as long as you both shall live?
I do.
Takiko Takezawa.
You come here today to enter into the bond of holy matrimony.
Do you take this man to be your wedded husband?
Do you promise to be faithful to him,
in good times and in bad,
for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health,
for as long as you both shall live?
I do.
Subtitle translation by: Brad Plumb