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A NIKKATSU PRODUCTION

PARTICIPATED IN THE 1957 NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

TEMPTATION

Produced by: Masayuki TAKAGI Original story by: Sei ITO Scrinplay by: Sankichi OHASHI

Cinematography by: Yoshihiro YAMAZAKI Lighting by: Yasuo IWAKI Sound recording by: Masakazu KAMIYA

Art direction by: Takashi MATSUYAMA Editing by: Masanori TSUJII Music by: Toshiro MAYUZUMI

Assistant Director by: Akinori MATSUO Production Management by: Akira YAMASHITA Consultants for flower arrangement by: Sofu TESHIGAHARA and Kosoku SUMURA

STARRING:

Sachiko HIDARI Izumi ASHIKAWA Ryoji HAYAMA

Yukiko TODOROKI Shoji YASUI Koreya SENDA

Sanae NAKAHARA Misako WATANABE Tomoko KO Teruko NAGAOKA Taiji TONOYAMA

Hideaki NITANI Yukihiko SUGI Shoichi OZAWA Shosei MUTO Jo SHISHIDO

Directed by: Ko NAKAHIRA

SUGIMOTO

Radio Moscow reported that a Leningrad State University professor

stated that interplanetary travel will become possible by 1962.

The USA and USSR are locked in a close race

to send the first man into space.

Dad.

Mind if I throw that party this month?

Don't, that's a bad habit.

You trouble our housekeeper by staining the table.

Such bad manners.

Mom would have scolded you.

You want a light.

The party is for you, too.

Go learn blues dancing.

I still remember how to do it.

You can dance, Dad?

Where and when did you learn?

When you live until 55, you manage to learn many things.

Mom never knew you could dance.

Don't hit me because I can dance.

Do daughters inherit their mother's jealousy?

That's silly.

Hey Dad, take out life insurance. I feel helpless.

Life insurance?

It's a disadvantage at my age. My rate will be much higher.

You pay and I get the money.

There's no guarantee that I'll pass the medical.

I might have high blood pressure. I get constipated a lot.

Early-stage cancer, maybe.

Don't scare me like that.

You're fine. You could still even get married.

That'd be promising for not only you but for me, too.

Mitsuko said to me that you're like Chevalier.

Mitsuko? Oh, that showy girl?

Yes, that buxom...

You're taking this seriously!

Today we'll discuss the August market movements...

I'll drop by the shop after my lesson.

- That monstrous floral art? - Yes, but it's not "monstrous".

You studied art, yet you disparage it.

Calypso girl...

Michiko Hamamura makes 50,000 yen a stage.

Ryuzaburo Umehara's paintings are at least 200,000 yen.

Seiichi Funabashi's novels are 10,000 yen a page.

You just care about money.

Yes. "Art is money".

It's all about publicity. "Life is sex". "Art is money".

It's easy. Media attention is everything.

"Art is money", huh?

We used to have purer aspirations towards art at that age.

SUGIMOTO DRYGOODS

- Good morning. - Good morning.

Morning.

Is the electrician here?

Not yet. 3 plasterers, 2 carpenters and a tinsmith.

Here's yesterday's total.

I deposited it in the bank.

This is fine.

Good morning.

Brings back memories, doesn't it?

Yes, indeed. Where did you find it?

I found it in the storeroom yesterday.

Isn't it great? Such deep emotion.

Those were the good old days.

Yes, indeed.

The scratching sound of the needle is nice, too.

Yes, it is.

"Over the Hills".

About 27 or 8 years ago,

this song could be heard all over Tokyo.

1931.

It was when I broke up with Eiko Mitani.

♪ Over the hills we go. ♪

♪ The serene sky is cheerfully clear ♪ ♪ and fills my heart with joy. ♪

♪ Blood rushes through my heart. ♪ ♪ Oh, praise my days of youth! ♪

♪ Let's go now! ♪ ♪ Over the distant hills of hope. ♪

I'm sorry, Shokichi.

It's OK. I understand. It's my fault.

When you get married, forget about me...

and be a good wife.

Shokichi.

Eiko.

- No. - Eiko.

It's not right.

Eiko.

- What's wrong? - Nothing.

- Here you go. - Over there.

"Dear Shokichi,"

"My wedding day is drawing near."

"When I think that I'll never see you again,"

"the pain from the thought wrings my heart."

"Why didn't you kiss me that one time?"

"Although I resisted,"

"I wanted you to kiss me once even if it were by force."

I lost Eiko because I couldn't graduate from school and had no job.

I had nothing to live for and lived from day to day.

Would you like some Calpico?

Thanks.

Oh, are you feeling all right?

You look very pale.

Are you all right?

That was how it began with Yuko.

I was married to Yuko for 25 years,

and I was a happy man with her.

But now I'm a 55-year-old widower.

Here's your change.

Let's go home.

- Hello, sir. - Where's Ohashi?

He went to lay in stock.

It's suddenly so hot.

Welcome.

Do you have a nylon blouse?

We're out of stock now.

When will you have it?

We can't say for sure.

Forgive us. We'll stock up right away.

This won't do. She's just too surly.

She's efficient and is trustworthy,

but she might be the reason why business is faltering.

Should I tell her to at least wear makeup?

It's hard to say critical things.

Ms. Takeyama.

I need to speak with you.

Why?

What's wrong?

No, I...

It can wait.

Welcome.

Did she think that she'd be fired?

She does seem sensitive about my mood recently.

- Good morning. - Morning.

Morning. Good work.

Looks like it's coming along well.

The boss has become nicer to me ever since his wife passed away.

His smile just now was especially nice.

Maybe...

"Will you marry me?"

Good work.

Seriously, it's so humiliating to have to go fetch the goods.

The boss should pay for delivery.

- The boss is back. - What?

Calypso Joe can't pay his taxes...

HIJIKATA FLORAL DESIGN SCHOOL TRADITIONAL & AVANT-GARDE

Hello.

Colors and shapes are harmonized through the container and plants.

We women are born with this sense of harmony,

so the art of flower arranging is suited for women.

Pardon me.

"Flowers are the person", as they say.

Whatever you learn through flowers

will benefit you in your job,

at home, and even in relationships.

Hideko.

Hideko!

How's the renovation?

Your dad's new gallery...

How's the renovation coming along?

It'll be done by the 20th next month.

Ayabe, could you quiet down?

Ayabe!

What?

Tommy!

Mitchie!

Obayashi!

Everyone listen up. About our exhibition.

- Our exhibition? - Yes.

Why not organize one to show those traditional old-timers?

Sure, if it can be done.

Hideko's dad is opening a new gallery.

I'm hoping he'll let us do the opening exhibit.

- For free, you mean? - Not for free.

Dad wants 5,000 yen a day but I'll ask for 3,000.

OK, then. It'll be a good "deflation".

- You mean "demonstration". - Oh, "demonstration".

But how will we pay for it?

You men should figure that out.

We'll need at least 20,000 yen.

I know an artist collective, so let's collaborate and make them pay half.

The "Rainbow Group"?

They're poorer than we are.

Maybe Mrs. Hijikata will help?

No way. My grandmother is incredibly stingy.

Pardon me.

The flowers, containers and the arranger's skill

become genuine only when they appeal to people and move them.

Pardon me!

If our works win recognition, we could work in theater.

Yes, but movies and theater aren't lucrative.

But how lovely.

We could date famous writers and movie stars.

Hey!

The bus is here.

- Bye. - Bye.

Wait for me!

- Pardon me. - Excuse me.

You're in the avant-garde group, aren't you?

Yes.

Do you have time?

Well yes, I guess.

I'm Kotoko Sonoya. Nice to meet you.

I'm Hideko Sugimoto.

"Hideko"?

I must say, when I look at you... How to put it?

Your intelligent air and beauty match your name perfectly.

Please.

Kotoko Sonoya, did she say?

Kotoko Sonoya is an easy name to remember.

I wonder what she wants from me?

Maybe she wants to match me up with someone?

Who knows what fate awaits a single woman?

Don't giggle or burst out laughing for no reason.

Be on your best behavior, Hideko.

So Hideko, how are your parents?

I was right.

No, um...

My father is fine. My mother died last year.

Oh, I'm so sorry. Any brothers or sisters?

I'm an only child.

Your father must love you dearly then.

I understand that feeling all too well.

How old is your father?

He's 55 by the traditional age system.

So he's really younger, right?

His whole life is before him.

He'll be fine for at least 22 more years.

Well, it might be 19 years.

Does he work for a company?

No, he runs a haberdashery.

It's on Suzuran Street in Ginza.

Oh, "Sugimoto Drygoods"! I see...

I'd been admiring you because you're such a lovely young lady.

Your ice cream's melting.

Just like I thought.

She even wants to know Dad's age. She's trying to match me up.

Are you engaged?

No.

I see. If you're planning on succeeding to his business...

Um...

If you don't mind, could I meet your father tomorrow?

No, I don't mind.

I forgot to tell you, but I have a side job of sorts.

I'd like to discuss it with him.

TOHO LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

It's like a hobby, really.

Oh. She's an insurance saleswoman. I feel like such a fool.

But I want Dad to take out insurance.

♪ Oh the one whom ♪ ♪ I'm distantly joined by fate. ♪

♪ The pain of the dreams ♪ ♪ that I see every night. ♪

Where did you get that?

What's that you're doing?

It's a facial pack. Egg whites.

Dad, be at the store tomorrow morning.

- Why? - Someone will come see you.

Who is this person?

A widow about 40 years old.

She wears pointed glasses and is rather pleasant.

Why does she want to see me?

You'll know when you see her.

Good night.

♪ The cormorants of the seashore. ♪

♪ Return home when the night falls. ♪

♪ At the Port of Habu. ♪

♪ A beautiful sunset can be seen. ♪

♪ Tomorrow's weather is probably calm. ♪

My, how rude!

You're just around the age when sexy gives way to fussy.

I'll write to the paper.

Oh! It's Sugimoto Drygoods!

Oh! Pointed glasses!

- Please. - Please.

Thank you.

- Two? - One more, please.

I'm opening a gallery above the store.

One more, please.

Thank you.

By a gallery, you mean a space for art shows?

That's lovely.

It's not exactly a hobby,

but after my wife died, I think about art again.

My late husband used to love paintings, too.

I see.

When did your husband pass away?

Two years ago in the fall.

Ever since then, it's been so inexplicably lonesome.

I know what you mean.

People don't seem to understand just how painful being widowed is.

I agree. It must be even harder for a lady.

It is. People can be so heartless.

"She's so spirited now that she's widowed".

Is how people look at me.

Sometimes when I see a man I wonder why he's alive...

- ...when my husband is dead. - Yes, indeed.

Whenever I go out for drinks with friends,

they say that they envy my freedom.

They joke that their wives are so well

that they'll be managed until the day they die.

They're fools. What a waste. They don't get how lucky they are.

Unbelievable!

How utterly conservative to say that their wives "manage" them.

- I'm so sorry. - It's all right.

The boss is taking so long.

Who was she?

Who knows?

She's a widow.

How do you know?

BEAST IN VIEW

Deduction.

It's so much better to have a man listen to me.

Women just say things like "I see" and "It must be so hard",

while they mend their aprons or fix their makeup.

They don't really care.

Ms. Sonoya.

Ms. Sonoya.

Please forgive me.

I cry so easily lately.

By the way, what brings you here today?

Oh, didn't Hideko tell you?

She just said that I'd find out when I saw you, so...

Oh, is that so?

It is a delicate matter I suppose.

I came to talk about life insurance.

Oh, Hideko...

2,000 yen plus 4,000 yen plus 5,000 yen...

Grandma.

What? Give me that.

Ready, start afresh.

What a hot day.

Welcome.

- Is everyone here? - Yeah.

I'll go now, Grandma.

Oh, dear. You become so fidgety and flirty around women.

You miscalculated 10,000 yen before.

Our show might fall through.

What? Why?

He's planned the grand opening.

What is it?

His old friends Seiji Togo and Taro Okamoto agreed to show their works.

He doesn't want unknown artists like us for the opening.

Exactly. He says that it's rather embarrassing

to showcase his own daughter for the grand opening,

but in truth, he just doesn't get our art.

What an old-timer.

It's no use. That's commercialism.

So can we use it next?

Ginza has few galleries so he's getting offers left and right.

How lovely. Why is ice cream so good?

We can't even pay the rental fee.

Well, our half is ready anytime.

Nobody in the Rainbow Group can raise money.

They're so otherworldly.

So they are?

Dad thinks that young artists

tend to haggle or skip payment altogether.

He used to be like that, so he's sure they'll do the same.

Will you ask the Rainbow Group to pay?

Well, I could ask, but...

Why don't we all go see them?

How lovely. Oh!

Hideko, Tomiko, and Mitchie.

You're all beautiful.

I should convert to flower arranging.

Now it's our turn.

The convert is Kyozo Ikegami.

The one with the stubble is Sohei Tadokoro.

I'm his buddy since junior high, Shohei Matsuyama.

Don't use so much paint. It's expensive.

Cigarette, Ikegami.

"Ikoi"? I need a match.

Oh, so this is the notorious...

Right. He's our "Brutal Artist".

How lovely. Is he a good fighter?

No. When we manage to gather supplies by painting signs for pay,

he always appears from nowhere.

He then uses our canvas and paint without asking.

We've all been victimized and now it's my turn.

My little sister hates him.

He's smart. He's not wasting anything.

Hideko, when will we get to use your father's gallery?

Well...

Hideko's father doesn't want to rent out the gallery for cheap.

So let him showcase famous rich painters first,

and we'll use it later.

We have to see the gallery before we can pay.

The gallery is 9,000 yen for 3 days.

Plus 8,000 yen to print and send the invitations.

That's 17,000 yen total.

If only the gallery could be used for less.

Hey, Shohei.

What?

We're already asking for a 2,000-yen discount.

That's true, but...

Trying to profit for free is selfish.

Yes, it's selfish. Right?

Profit? You guys arrange flowers to make a profit?

Yes, it's for profit in a sense.

My family makes a living by it.

Grandma wants a hall like Ohara's and to be popular like Sogetsu.

I refuse to accept that idea.

Art isn't about making a profit.

But Dad's new gallery is for business.

You can't ignore that. It's not a charity.

I don't mean the gallery.

The value of a work of art hinges on whether or not it sells.

Yes. I agree.

We should be proud that art is profitable.

"Art is money".

That's absurd. What a foul way of...

Foul? That's so terribly rude of you.

How insulting!

Yes, how insulting!

- Shohei. - What?

Give me insecticide.

Shoko! Bring the DDT!

- What? - Lice.

Mitchie.

Help me, Ayabe.

So enthusiastic!

Did you see Fuekichi and his pal?

No.

The guy in the beret came and they went to the gallery.

Oh really? What should I do?

You're so heavy.

You're enjoying this, right?

Oh, pardon me.

- Hello. - Leaving already?

Yes. I'm going to my father's store.

Oh. Maybe I'll come along with you. Do you mind?

This isn't ideal to show our works.

Why not?

If an object is placed in the center, that leaves only a meter of space.

This building must have originally had a pillar here.

They had to replace it with this frame.

I refuse to accept this frame as part of the wall.

Monstrous floral art, poor painters...

Hideko doesn't have decent male friends.

But the one in the beret reminds me of someone.

- Who could it be? - What?

Nothing.

My father and Ms. Takeyama? Really?

Yes, I thought they were going to get married.

That's absurd. Such an age difference.

You're right.

But it's the fad nowadays.

What?

Well, your father is a very attractive man, so

we wouldn't want him to be taken in.

- This? - 500 yen.

- This? - 700 yen.

- This? - 1,500 yen.

I see. Then...

Is it a gift?

Welcome.

I'm going now.

I'm going now.

Hello.

Excuse me.

Do I have any visitors?

They're upstairs.

This place is a mess but please.

Hi. So, do you like it?

Well...

- I guess it's all right. - Good.

Why so meek all of a sudden?

"A wise man changes his mind". She'll snap at me.

Oh, let's not bicker anymore.

You're right.

I know. I'll have the party here.

Sure. Throw a bash while you're at it.

I need to ask you a favor.

Anything but money.

Ms. Sonoya from your grandma's class likes my dad.

Oh? And your dad?

Who knows? But she's pushy so he might fall for her.

I see.

I want Dad to meet lots of women and choose the best person.

OK. You want me to find him suitable ladies.

Yeah. There must be others in that class.

Ms. Pointy's not bad but she's rather unrefined.

We're going across the street.

Shall we, then?

Excuse me.

He's a pushover. Wrapped around her finger.

Meddling, talkative and fat.

She's the type I dislike the most.

That 30-something woman annoys me.

No makeup at all and so stuck up.

She's the type I dislike the most.

What will you have?

Oh, anything is fine.

Welcome.

May I help you?

Oh, hi.

- We're going out to eat. - I'll come along.

- Want to see the gallery? - After we eat.

Hey you. Hold on to this for me.

I might leave it here for a few days.

Be careful, valuable things are in it.

Yes.

You should wear makeup.

God gave you a good face.

Wear makeup.

Who was that filthy man?

Ms. Sugimoto's friend.

Wow, she's got bad taste. Terrible.

"Wear makeup".

She worries me. I wish she'd keep company with better men.

You're right. I'll find her a nice husband sometime.

Just like a mother would.

What?

Nothing.

God gave you a good face.

Wear makeup.

Was that real? Did he really say that?

He might not have been a real man but an illusion.

I might have been dreaming. But...

What will you have?

Anything is fine. Toast and a coffee.

I want to eat steak.

Some creamy soup would be nice.

And some bread.

I haven't had good steak in a while.

And you, Shohei?

Me? Curry, please.

Creamy soup, steak and bread.

Two curries and a piece of toast.

Coffees for everyone.

Okey.

- Some fruit. - Watermelons for all.

And a pack of cigarettes.

His is 100 yen in all, plus 350, 40, 60, 50, and 40 yen.

That's 640 yen in all. What a waste.

No way. I'm old. I'm not remarrying.

That's not true. You're still young and attractive.

- No way. - No, really.

You'd pass the insurance medical unconditionally.

What's that?

Ms. Sugimoto's friend left it here.

It's absolutely filthy. Put it away.

Yes.

That's awful. You're ruining my noodles.

Fine. He asked me, so I'll take it home.

God gave you a good face.

He definitely said that.

Wear makeup.

Welcome.

Here's some watermelon.

Thank you.

Oh my.

I'm stunned.

You look so different.

Do I look all right?

You look fabulous. What happened?

Oh nothing, really. Thank you.

You're pretty. Really very pretty.

Please don't. Oh?

What?

Will you look for me? I feel itchy.

A bug? Maybe a moth?

What is it?

Oh! A louse!

Where did it come from?

Please get the DDT.

I'll get it right away.

Where's the DDT, dear?

I don't know.

Ms. Takeyama's wearing makeup.

She is? Really?

Really. She's pretty.

She's curt but looks better with makeup.

Where's the DDT?

You don't have to use DDT because she's pretty.

Because a pretty... No, a hug louse...

Lice?

What a truly unbelievable man he is!

How about this one?

It's by Margesson, and it perfectl suits your pale complexion.

- You flatter me. - It's not flattery.

This is truly revolutionary.

Cleopatra's nose is higher...

No, that's not a good analogy.

"Hardship makes the man". Not that, either.

Anyway, women are such mysterious animals.

"A wise man never courts danger".

Welcome.

- What is it, Boss? - The list of cultural elites.

I'm sure it was in here.

Your wife has much better taste than I do. It suits you well.

What made her change so suddenly?

In any case, business has increased since she started wearing makeup.

Boss?

Very well.

These three? Thank you. That will be 4,800 yen.

How did you get Mr. Togo and Mr. Okamoto to help?

That's because I used to buy them noodles long ago.

I had no idea you knew such influential people.

She looks so much like Yuko.

Yuko was Hideko's current age back then.

"Oh, are you feeling all right? You look very pale", she said.

That was how it began with her.

You have a visitor.

Oh. Will you take over, then?

You...

Hi.

I'm sorry about the other day.

Are you all right? You look very pale.

Really? I'm in a bind and need to talk to you.

I see. Let's talk elsewhere.

We'll be across the street.

Yes, Miss.

Isn't it hot?

No.

It's so humid.

The air conditioning's cold.

Welcome.

I'll have a hot coffee. You?

- I'll have iced coffee. - So perverse.

- We can't do it. - Can't do what?

The exhibition. We can't raise enough money.

That's unacceptable. Everyone's already begun.

My dad thinks art is a hobby so he won't help.

Old-timers are the same.

My dad studied art, but he calls our floral art "monstrous".

Why did your dad quit painting?

He says he realized he wasn't gifted.

Gifted, huh...

Hey. Ask our side for half the printing and postage.

That's... But should you be saying such things? You're one of them.

But if your side really can't pay, someone has to.

That'd be great, but...

And start printing the invitations soon.

Really?

It's a week until the opening but our invitations came today,

so we're busy addressing them.

Oh no. Do you know of a good printer?

How unreliable.

Talk to Fuekichi and bring a draft tomorrow.

I'll take it to the printer we used.

Really?

Here you go.

They say a strong jaw shows spirit,

and this lady is pretty trustworthy.

She'll boss her husband around.

He's wimpy but he must be a good man.

But he's not marriage material.

No poor painters for me. Only rich men.

Oops, I messed up.

That smile is as if another woman was born within her.

Why am I so hung up on such a young woman?

But I do wonder why she changed.

Could she be interested in me?

Surely not. But maybe?

Right? It's her dad's gallery but she has no right to say that.

Don't you think so, Obayashi?

Well, I guess so, but...

Here are the invitations.

Thanks.

I called Shohei, so he should drop by.

What? Why are you all so quiet?

We were just discussing the printing and postage.

I don't like your way of doing things.

Don't you get it?

We're holding a joint show because we lacked funds.

They were supposed to cover printing and postage. You knew that.

Of course I know that.

But you told Shohei to charge us half, didn't you?

Yes, I said that.

Because it's the only way we could go ahead with the show.

What you did is an ultra vires act.

I just told him to ask if it were possible.

We didn't conspire to go ahead with the idea.

Besides, didn't you give consent when you heard this?

That was my understanding.

What? I didn't know. Is that true, Fuekichi?

Well, I heard about it from Shohei...

Oh yeah, and I asked Obayashi.

What? You didn't say that before.

Anyway, Shohei wasn't sure he could make us pay.

What right did you have to tell him to get 3,000 yen from us?

It's presumptuous!

- Just drop it already. - No!

All right.

It's all my fault.

Hideko.

What's wrong?

Hideko.

Hideko!

What's wrong? What happened?

Everyone... Everyone is bullying me.

No! Don't!

You're all a bunch of wimps.

Tommy, I don't like the way you talk.

You seem to always think that you're right and others are wrong.

Yes. I agree.

It doesn't matter who pays the 3,000 yen.

Doing the show is what matters.

- Yeah. - Yes. I agree.

The way women think...

All right.

I get it.

You all just take sides with Hideko.

Tommy!

Tommy!

Tommy! Oh, hello.

Tommy!

Tommy!

Tommy.

I'm sorry I said too much.

6 ARTISTS JOINT EXHIBITION

KONGO ABE

TARO OKAMOTO

TAKEO TERADA

SEIJI TOGO

MORIO NOMURA

KOJI MATSUMOTO

Will you sit in for me? I need to leave.

Of course.

And...

Nothing.

Hideko.

You said there was nothing between your father and Ms. Takeyama.

But she's suddenly so beautiful, so he might...

No way. She's in love with someone.

What? Is that true?

Yes. She blushes whenever I talk about a certain man.

Oh, is that so?

I didn't expect her to be so pure.

Who is she in love with?

Oh, I must be going now.

To the store? I'll come along.

No, not the store. Back to the floral school.

Did you forget something?

No, I'm choosing party guests for my father.

I want to find him a nice wife before it's too late.

Please excuse me.

THE GOWA BANK, LTD.

Enough about business. Do me a favor, Mr. Motoyama.

I'm looking for a husband for my girl.

Oh, your daughter?

She's not the type to listen to me,

but I feel that her friendships are a bit biased.

I'd like her to date more respectable young men.

I understand. Do you have someone in mind?

How about that Mr. Yasui who works for you?

I see. You've got an eye for people. He's brilliant.

How's Ms. Suzaka? She's fine and able.

She's a mistress.

Oh. Then it's Ms. Hisai, Ms. Fukaya,

Ms. Seki, and Ms. Owaki, 4 in all.

How about Ms. Kai?

- She's married. - Oh, really?

What about Ms. Pointy?

You mean Ms. Sonoya? I'm not sure...

But we wouldn't want her to be soured.

Fine. 4 is bad luck so include her.

NAIGAI KNIT FABRICS INC.

So Togoshi interests you?

Yes. I've noticed how reliable he is when he comes to deliver.

Yes, he's a fine young man. He'd suit your daughter perfectly.

I've owned dogs for many years,

and I've discovered a basic principle.

Character, education and ancestry.

Such things matter little between males and females.

Everything is decided when they meet.

If one dislikes the other at that moment, it's over.

You rascal.

What? Why?

Landing such a beauty after your wife died.

What? No, she's not...

She's obviously the hostess of tonight's party.

Let's dance.

Look, Yasui. That's your rival tonight.

Thanks.

Let's dance next.

No, I can't.

I didn't expect Hideko's father to be such a wonderful dancer.

Hey, won't you take me to a cabaret sometime?

How lovely. You have such fine silver hair.

She's not bad. She's nice and curvy.

Hips, 92 cm. Waist, 55 cm. Bust...

That guy looks like he's into me.

OK, I'll dance with him next.

Excuse me.

Dad seems to like younger women better than older ones.

Dirty old man!

Hideko's hitting it off with Togoshi.

He would make an ideal husband.

I think I'll dance, too.

You can dance?

The rhythm of the moves is simple. Nothing to fear.

I'm a beginner, but will you dance with me?

Oh, sorry.

Hey, let's go to a bar sometime.

A bar? You don't mean a pub, do you?

Let's dance.

When did Shohei make advances to Hideko?

It looks like I made a mistake by introducing them.

Shohei Matsuyama, was he?

I should probably remember that name.

But he still reminds me of someone. Who, though?

Has he forgotten about me?

Excuse me. I have a terrible headache.

Oh no. Are you OK?

I'm fine.

No really, I'm fine.

Take care.

How was it?

It was nothing. Dancing is easy.

I could have mastered it if she'd been OK.

If you say so.

Lice!

- Let's dance. - Yes.

How long should I hold on to your suitcase?

Oh, it's you.

I should've come for it sooner. But I've nowhere to put it.

I've washed and mended your belongings.

Just drop by to change.

That's kind of you. Where is it now?

It's at my place.

I'll tell my landlord about you.

I'm out during the day, but please come change anytime.

I'll mend anything that's torn.

Really? That's so kind. What's your name?

Junko Takeyama.

Feel free to use my place to work even if I'm not in.

I see.

You're so beautiful now.

And such a fine smile.

What's going on with Hideko and Ms. Takeyama?

Such things raise my blood pressure if I'm not careful.

I get it now.

It's him. He made Ms. Takeyama wear makeup.

They make a perfect couple.

She's probably right.

Ms. Takeyama's suddenly prettier because of him.

But what does she see in him?

You're so lovely. Take me to a nightclub sometime.

Sure, of course.

Sugimoto.

Hey, it's Seiji Togo and Taro Okamoto.

Who's the other one?

Kimihide Tokudaiji, the art critic.

We danced to this music on the eve.

Yeah, Sugimoto dressed up like a woman was great.

He was so sexy.

Togo's grass skirt fell off.

It was great. Wish Tokudaiji could have seen it.

- Need a hand? - No, we're fine.

Look, they're watching.

They're displaying now.

Don't look. They want you to notice them.

Togo, come with me.

This is interesting.

There are many elements but brilliantly handled.

The composition is abstract but it's unique and powerful.

- Is this yours? - Well...

Are those both yours?

Yes, they are.

If I may say so, those are fine works.

They're excellent. Fine indeed.

Thank you.

Hey Tokudaiji, come take a look.

We're thoroughly impressed with these.

These are fine pieces. Are they yours?

What a great find.

Now I really feel my blood pressure rising.

HIJIKATA AVANT-GARDE FLORAL ART RAINBOW GROUP EXHIBITION

Did a woman cry in Mr. Tadokoro's arms on the eve of the exhibition?

That didn't happen.

When the great masters praised Tadokoro we were all moved to tears.

Did he refuse to paint signs saying it would harm his art?

That's true.

Did he give lice to a dance partner?

Maybe. He used to leave lice at my place, too.

This is absurd.

It's like we're having this show for Sohei Tadokoro.

Yes, it's absurd.

At least it was significant since one of us became famous.

Yes, it was significant.

It's Sofu Teshigahara.

But he's so odd. Disappearing at a time like this.

So Mr. Sugimoto, could you offer Mr. Tadokoro 100,000 a piece?

Yes, well, one moment please.

Do you really have no idea where he is?

None whatsoever.

What a strange man.

Really, though, where could he be?

Vanishing when he's finally been recognized.

He could have at least told me in secret.

Dad, we found 4 old works by Sohei.

- You brought them? - There were at Shohei's.

That's good.

Shohei's sister is here.

I'd like to see them.

Over here.

Dad, this is Shohei's sister Shoko.

I'm Shoko Matsuyama.

What's wrong, Dad?

This is Junko Takeyama who works here.

Nice to meet you.

You want them upstairs?

What's wrong with you?

Let's see them.

Who's this?

It's my mother.

Your mother?

Mr. Tadokoro painted her before she died 5 years ago.

She passed away?

What's wrong, Dad?

Nothing.

Isn't there a way to find Mr. Tadokoro?

That painting was Eiko.

Dad.

Shoko is looking for a job now.

Let's hire her. We need someone upstairs.

It's OK, right? I'll tell her.

Tell us how you feel about discovering a genius, Mr. Sugimoto.

- I'm home. - Oh, you're back.

Junko.

- A visitor, right? - Yes, but...

I know. He's so shabby, right?

Hi.

"Hi"? Everyone was looking for you.

Where have you been?

I stayed in a flophouse in Ueno for 2 days,

but I ran out of money today.

So I came to ask you for some.

I'll lend you all I have.

- 1,000 yen is enough. - No, take more.

It'll be hard paying you back if I do.

You're so silly. You're a rich man.

Your paintings are worth 150,000 yen each.

Wow! Then I could pay you back easily.

No, pay your friends back first.

What?

You were the "Brutal Artist", right?

I see. Yes, I was.

You can use my money all you want.

You saved me.

I found my heart when you told me to wear makeup.

No, you saved me.

I never had interest in money or possessions,

so I almost betrayed my friends' generosity.

Thank you so much.

3 ARTISTS JOINT EXHIBITION

That's fine.

Tadokoro will be pleased. Thank you.

No problem. Your sister is a big help by the way.

She's still a kid. Please be strict.

The way you handled those reporters and buyers impressed me.

And raising the prices by 50,000 yen.

If I may say so, you should be in business, not art.

- Excuse me. - Good-bye.

You and your brother get along.

No, we always argue.

Shohei is a rare name. What was your father's name?

Daihei Matsuyama.

Daihei and Shohei. "Big" and "small".

- Yes. - And you're Shoko.

If I may ask, what was your late mother's name?

Yes. It was Eiko.

Eiko?

So it's her, after all. She passed away 5 years ago.

And this girl is Eiko's daughter.

He asked me a similar question the other day.

I wonder why?

A letter for the boss.

Shokichi Sugimoto.

Express mail for you.

Shokichi. His name is Shokichi.

SHOKICHI YAMAGUCHI

Mother.

You gave me these letters before you passed away...

and asked me to bum them.

But I didn't burn them.

I read them.

And I wanted to meet your first love someday

and tell him how you felt about him.

I know, Mother.

That you didn't let him kiss you.

And that you regretted doing so.

Mother.

I've finally met him.

And he knows that I'm your daughter,

and is very kind to me.

But of course he doesn't know that I know...

about you and him.

I feel sort of...

But...

I can't tell Father or Shohei about this.

It's our secret.

Just between you and me, Mother.

TADOKORO / TAKEYAMA FAMILIES WEDDING PARTY

Well it's almost time,

so they'll leave on their honeymoon now.

- Be careful. - Take care.

- Watch out for train accidents. - I can't die right now!

Oh shoot, let's drink tonight!

Isn't Hideko back yet?

She'll be fine. Today's a celebration.

And she's with Mr. Matsuyama's group.

- Are you OK? - I'm OK.

I'm home.

You're so late.

Good evening.

I'm thoroughly drunk.

Shoko's staying over tonight.

Thank you.

Please ready the upstairs guest room.

Where are the others?

They're all still drinking.

It's late so let's go upstairs.

Good night.

Dad, help her if she seems to feel sick tonight.

- Sleep tight. - Thank you.

My dad's next door. Bear his snoring!

- Yes. - Good night.

Good night.

- Good night. - Good night.

Maybe she's sick from drinking too much.

Shoko. Do you feel sick?

Shoko. You're asleep.

It's Eiko.

Eiko is sleeping.

It was that face.

It was those lips.

"Although I resisted",

"I wanted you to kiss me once".

What have I done?

Forgive me.

Forgive me.

I longed to kiss your mother's lips.

"Although I resisted",

"I wanted you to kiss me once".

Mother, he kissed you. Mother...

I heard you had gin fizz last night.

That's not good.

It's sweet so anyone can drink it,

but women should beware of such sweet cocktails.

Yes.

Any guy who makes a girl drink gin fizz is a creep.

You're so mature. But keep such knowledge to yourself.

Or I won't be able to marry?

Have you decided?

Can you be a storeowner for life?

You're a better, businessman than artist.

- You think so? - Yes.

My father said he was impressed.

It's exactly like how it was with him.

And I take after my mom.

- Like what? - I'm jealous.

I'm a jealous woman. OK?

- Oh well. I give up. - Hey!

I'll try not to be too jealous.

Try not to make me jealous.

Don't make me jealous.

How are my glasses?

They're very nice. Much better.

Oh, such a flatterer! Don't tease me.

By the way, about your insurance...

Your blood pressure was too high,

so I begged the doctor to let you pass...

THE END Subtitles by: Mia Isozaki