Original subtitles

Are you sure you won't regret it?

It's alright.

This is the only way.

Oda. It's been a while.

Kanako. What happened to your face?

Nice to meet you. I'm Tatsuro's sister, Yoko.

Kill him.

Once he gets angry, nothing can stop him.

Shall we just...

...kill your husband?

Naomi & Kanako

Are you sure you won't regret it?

Hirosue Ryoko

It's alright.

This is the only way.

Uchida Yuki

We're still friends after this, right?

And also partners in crime.

5.

4.

3.

2.

1.

One month ago

In recent years, Chinese customers have become...

...increasingly important to our department store.

Among them is Chairman Chen.

He is an influential and well-connected Chinese businessman.

This private trade fair will be an excellent business opportunity for us.

- Please serve them well. - Yes sir.

These are our product lineup.

Furs. Watches. Jewelries. Wine, and more.

We have prepared the best products the chairman would enjoy.

Art Magazine 'Modern Art Selection'

Is that really enough?

Mr. and Mrs. Chen are also well-versed in the arts.

They have also taken a keen interest in Japanese modern art these days.

I believe we could further strengthen our relationship with the chairman...

...by including our own art pieces to the lineup.

- Do you have a concrete plan? - Yes.

I recommend the Kachomon vase from Master Kunimura Sosui.

As for Mrs. Chen, the Imperial Series from Ono Crystal.

Looking at their purchase history to date,...

...I believe they will be satisfied with it.

These art pieces will be placed in a spot visible from the entrance.

This should win the chairman over at the start of the trade fair.

Oda. That was a wonderful plan.

Thank you.

Chief. About the transfer we discussed the other day...

I'll be counting on you from now on too.

Aoi Museum 40th Anniversary Exhibition

This is Oda, Aoi Department Store Sales Dept.

Certainly. I'll be there right away.

Ouch.

Ouch.

Hey. Wait... No way!

Daisuke! Aren't you glad?

Going on a walk with your beloved Oda.

Oda. I have a favor to ask.

Yes.

I'm at your service.

My wife and I are planning to go on a Mediterranean Cruise for three months.

That's wonderful.

You will need to pack a lot in that case.

Would you like me to get ready a huge luggage?

Could you look after Daisuke during our trip?

During our previous trip, we left him at a pet hotel...

...and he broke down from stress.

He broke down?

You're the only one...

...we could rely on.

Of course you're the only one.

My apartment is tiny and pets are not allowed.

Listen up. In sales, customer relations is everything.

Trivial acts like this will affect...

...affects our sales. I know that.

Just when will I get a transfer to Aoi Museum?

Why would I transfer a trusted salesperson...

...to another department?

I cannot afford to give up any of our clients.

- See you. - See you.

Wait.

Kanako

Daisuke. Daisuke... Stop it.

Naomi?

Sorry. Kanako?

It's been a while.

It's been six months.

- We haven't met in that long? - Yes.

But since we live in the same area now,...

- we could meet up anytime. - Yeah.

- Come on in. - Thank you.

I live two stops away, so it's really near.

- That was why we moved here. - Thanks.

You know, if I'm happy I'll start hanging out here.

But your husband's here as well. I shouldn't intrude on your happy family.

I always felt bad about calling you.

Seriously? I didn't call you either because of your work.

Next time, you can call me anytime you want.

Your new home is amazing.

Oda. It's been a while.

Thanks for having me here today.

Your new home looks great.

Thank you.

We exceeded our budget a little.

But since Kanako is always home...

...I wanted to give her the best possible home.

- Right? - Yes.

Tonight's dinner was made by Kanako.

She enrolled at a culinary class and her cooking improved a lot.

She's basically an expert now.

Her cooking is far better than food sold outside.

Stop it, Tatsuro. You're making it hard for me.

Why?

I'll get the door. Stay here and catch up with your friend.

Thanks.

Kanako. You lied to me.

You wanted an ordinary life.

You said your dream is to build an ordinary family and protect it, right?

You live in such a nice apartment. Your husband's an elite banker.

And he's so nice to you. How is this ordinary?

I'm happy for you, Kanako.

Thanks.

You're also getting transferred to the museum soon, right?

Your dream's coming true at last.

You have to let me celebrate for you then.

Sure.

Welcome.

Sorry, I'm late. A souvenir.

It's cream puff.

Nice to meet you. I'm Tatsuro's sister, Yoko.

Planning & Development Manager - Hattori Yoko Touo Real Estate Residential Pte Ltd

Aren't you the one who gave the friend's speech at Tatsuro's wedding?

Yes.

I knew it. Thought you looked familiar.

- Sis. Have a seat. - Thanks.

You're early today. Didn't you say you had a party?

Yes. A matchmaking party.

- You're settling down? - No way.

- Here. - Thanks.

But you joined the party...

A matchmaking party is useful for business...

...since I know the background of the people there.

If I know their income, background, and preference...

...I could better recommend a property that suits their needs, right?

I see.

That's why I don't need you anymore. Too bad.

Cheers.

Oda. You work in the Sales Dept. at Aoi Department Store, right?

Yes.

Naomi is really good.

She has the trust of many wealthy customers.

Stop that.

That's right. Maybe Tatsuro could help you in some ways.

She's right.

I specialize in investment and assets management.

I could assist your clients with life planning.

I see. So we're not here to celebrate but to discuss work, huh?

I'm different from you, Sis.

I'll go prepare the desserts.

Tatsuro, you want seconds?

Sure. Anything's fine with me.

Okay.

I'll help you.

That was incredible. I was a little overwhelmed.

Noami, you're attached, aren't you?

Daisuke, right?

When I called the other day, he was by your side, wasn't he?

Don't hide it. You deserve a wonderful boyfriend.

I guess so.

If you're getting married, introduce us beforehand, alright?

There's no way I'm getting married.

Are you alright?

I bumped into the door the other day.

If you're really getting married,...

...you have to let me meet him beforehand.

Alright.

What's wrong?

I just felt happy...

...when I realize we could meet up again like before.

- No way. - It's true.

Naomi & Kanako Episode 1

Translated by ADKS Subtitles can be found @ D-addicts

Let's go.

Nakamura. Raise the banner.

Welcome and enjoy shopping with us!

Listen up. Chairman Chen and four other executives from the Chinese Association,...

...will be here with their wives today.

You will attend to a couple each.

This is bad!

The chairman said he wants to introduce his business friends.

That's wonderful.

Amazing. Our sales are going to skyrocket.

You fool. How are we going to serve them all by ourselves?

Welcome to our trade fair.

When I told them Aoi Department Store is holding a private fair...

...everyone said they wanted to come.

Ladies and gentlemen. Please write down your name and address in this book.

Come here.

Write down your name here.

It's impossible to serve every individual.

Shall we change the plan and serve them behind the counter?

Alright. Let's do that.

Isn't this the Kachomon vase from Kunimura Sosui?

Amazing, Chairman. You're sharp.

Please hold on.

We're going down the line so please wait to be served.

Thank you. Goodbye.

Xiao Ming!

Xiao Ming!

Wait for me!

Come out. Come out. Come out.

- Excuse me. - Yes?

Could you prepare some juice and snacks?

Certainly.

Let me help you with it.

This is pretty. How much?

This Hublot watch is only sold in Japan.

The strap has a bold leopard print...

I asked how much.

It's 2,041,200 JPY after tax.

No way! That's expensive!

You give special discount?

Our cardholders are entitled to a special discount.

Then I'll join it.

Thank you very much.

However, to be a cardholder, you need to spend above a certain amount,...

...and fill up a number of forms.

Your service is bad.

Forget it. I'm not buying.

Mr. Chen. This place is expensive!

What happened?

I'm really sorry. Madam.

Madam. Is it alright with you?

Hurry up.

Hurry up.

Thank you.

Don't touch. Don't touch. Don't touch that.

The juice is here.

Yes?

You have a delivery. Please sign here.

Alright.

Sender: Hattori Etsuko

Thank you for shopping with us.

Thank you for shopping with us.

Oda.

There's an extra Hublot watch box.

What?

- We lost 2 million?! - I'm really sorry.

According to Oda, one lady was really fixated on the watch.

Her name is listed as Li Zhu Mei on the visitors' log.

She sells Chinese foodstuff in Ikebukuro.

I'll submit a police report right away.

No.

Don't do that.

Why not? It's clear that the watch was stolen.

Do you know what will happen if the chairman hears about it?

He'd be offended because we doubted his people.

But we lost a 2 million watch.

I'm not going to risk it with the chairman's network!

Beside, who's the one who caused the problem!

It's only right to make a police report, right?

But he pretends it never happened. That's what I can't agree with.

You haven't changed, Naomi.

You still remember?

The freshmen training camp in Tanzawa with the club.

- Here. Eat up. - Thanks.

At the camp, a male and female junior went missing.

So we looked all over...

...and found them making out in the bungalow at the next campsite.

I got really angry then and called them wanton!

Wanton? No one uses that these days.

After that, I just caved in.

Naomi, you're an upright person.

That's why you can't stand such slovenly.

Slovenly? That's pretty ancient too.

- Yeah. - Slovenly, huh.

I feel much better talking to you.

- I'll do it. - Thanks.

Your boyfriend is unwilling to hear you out?

You know, Daisuke.

He's willing, but he won't say anything back.

What? Why?

Here.

Because he's a dog.

Sorry. I lied.

Actually Daisuke is a dog I'm taking care of for a client.

I don't have a boyfriend.

Even the museum job is unlikely too.

Since the museum and events department have downsized with the recession.

Truth is, I'm working a job I don't like, lowering my head,....

...and getting ordered around by my clients everyday.

I see.

It's a facade.

I envy you. You're happily married. Your dream came true.

My dream did not come true.

Looks good.

About what you said the other day to introduce your clients to Tatsuro,...

...please help him if you can.

This is a crucial period which determines...

...whether he'll be promoted to Corporate Sales at head office during the next personnel shuffle.

Sounds like a tough job.

You want this?

Alright.

Since he's your beloved husband, I'll do all I can to help.

- I'm home. - Welcome home.

We went barhopping with the branch manager.

You must be tired.

Thanks.

The bath is ready.

You're resisting?

Do you have the box for this watch?

No.

Do you have the warranty card?

No.

She brought it to a pawnshop in Ginza.

But without the box and warranty card, she couldn't trade in.

Do you remember her?

Well...

We won't make a police report.

You're not going to recover the watch?

Of course we are.

What?

You will visit President Li and ask her to return it as soon as possible.

This is really good. You'll regret if you don't try it.

You have reached your destination.

No more fishballs? I'll get some now.

Li Corporation Imported Chinese Foodstuff

Welcome.

What a surprise.

I thought it was free.

If Chinese stopped shopping at Japanese Department Store,...

...you will make a loss.

So I thought you gathered us there for free gifts.

Your explanation was bad.

However, Ms. Li, you asked for the price of the watch...

I just wanted to know the price of the watch you were giving out.

Is that so?

Of course.

Ms. Li, I'm giving you two choices. Please pick one.

Number one, return the watch now.

Number two, buy the watch.

I'll return it. It's 2 million yen, right?

- Where is it now? - At home.

Could you go get it now?

Sorry. I left it with a friend in Yokohama.

You just told me you left it at home.

I was mistaken. I forgot.

I'll get it back from my friend.

Come back in the afternoon tomorrow. I'm busy now.

Did you hear me? I'm busy now.

Xiao Wang. Come here.

Does Tatsuro have a twin brother?

Kanako? Can you hear me?

Kanako?

He only has an older sister.

I see.

If you saw him, you'd be surprised too.

Do you want to come and take a look before lunch tomorrow?

Sorry, I can't.

I've caught a cold.

Are you alright?

And Tatsuro? When will he be home?

Kanako?

Kanako?

I'm alright. I'll call you back.

Sorry for bothering your rest.

I thought you'd be too sick to cook so I bought food for you.

I should've sent a message...

...but I was on my way back, so I just dropped by.

Huh?

Kanako?

Come in.

Is your cold better?

Yes. Much better.

Sorry for dropping by suddenly.

Here.

Thank you.

See you.

Hey, wait...

Kanako. What happened to your face?

I fell down the stairs.

Wait. Let me see.

- That looks serious. - It's nothing serious.

You're lying. Let me see it.

Kanako. Why did you lie about the cold?

Because you will fuss all over it. It's really nothing serious...

How can that be?

- Good evening. - Good evening.

Come in.

Have you been to the doctor?

I said I'm alright.

Tell me.

Did you really get that from falling down the stairs?

Yes.

You hurt your arm the other day too.

What's this?

Did Tatsuro do this?

Did Tatsuro hurt you?

Kanako.

We got into a small fight.

What are you saying? When did that start?

Answer me. Have you told your parents in Ishikawa?

Kanako.

I told you.

Tatsuro is under tremendous pressure at work. It's normal to get frustrated...

That has nothing to do with being abusive!

You have to leave him now.

Why should I listen to...

You'll never be happy living with a guy who hits you.

You're not married. You won't get it.

Yes.

Yes. I got it.

Go home.

I can't leave you in this mess.

Go home.

Let's talk through it, alright?

I'm fine.

- Kanako. - Please go home.

Stop it!

Help!

Hello. Is that you, Sis?

Are you free to talk?

Yes. I'm at mother's place now.

I was wondering if mother's doing well.

Yes. She goes on bus tours with the neighbors regularly.

She has gotten more cheerful since father passed away.

- Hey. - What?

You're not scared of marriage, Hiromi?

No, not with a sister like you.

Sis. You don't ever plan to get married?

Sis?

I'll be going home soon.

I want to see mother smiling happily as well.

- Kanako. - Yes?

Your phone's ringing.

It's Oda.

Thanks.

I can't let it drag on. I want to talk through it with you.

I'm coming over after work.

- Kanako. - Yes?

This is good.

I see. That's great.

Can't return?

I can't find my friend. It'll take a while more.

You're making it hard for me.

You're making it hard for me too.

How would saying that solve anything?

Anyway, please give me the name and address of your friend.

I can't. These are personal information.

I'll return it in two days.

Then please sign a written oath declaring that you'll compensate should you fail to return...

Sorry, I'm late.

What's wrong?

Who's that guy?

My worker, Lin Long Hui.

He came to Japan because his mother is sick...

...and needs to get treated at a hospital in Shanghai.

He's a family man, serious worker,...

...kind and good looking.

Let me introduce you. He's perfect for you.

No, no, no. That's not what I meant.

I know someone who looks just like him.

But they're nothing alike inside.

What are you going to do now?

What do you mean?

I'm asking if you're getting a divorce.

This is a really crucial period for Tatsuro as a banker.

He's under tremendous pressure. That's why he hit me.

That's the problem.

How could he beat you up to vent his stress?

Here.

Kanako. I know doing this takes courage.

But if you let it drag on, it'll get harder to break away.

The abuse will not stop.

How can you be so sure?

You won't get it.

I'll go get the milk.

I know.

I know that.

About men who abuse women.

I've never told you about it.

My father was an abusive man.

He worked at the municipal office. A decent man on the outside,...

...but he often hit my mother since I was young.

When it began, I'd bring my sister to the closet on the second floor,...

...and covered her ears until it was over.

Six months ago, your father...

He finally died.

This is how I truly felt.

He was still hitting my mother...

...before he collapsed from brain hemorrhage the next day.

Did you move into my neighborhood...

...because you're scared of Tatsuro?

This isn't the first time, right?

We received some pears...

...from his parents a year ago.

I forgot to put them in the fridge...

...and they turned bad.

I'm home. It's cold outside.

What's this?

Sorry.

What the hell is this?!

How could you be so careless?

Sorry. I forgot to put it in the fridge...

Eat it.

Finish it up!

- Stop it! - Finish it!

Finish it!

Come on!

I was out of it yesterday.

It won't happen again.

That incident a year back was the beginning.

Next was...

...when I made toast, bacon and eggs for breakfast.

He said he prefers Japanese food and hit me in the face.

When the clothes are not properly ironed,...

...he will grab my hair and drag me around the house.

When the bath is too hot,...

...he will push me into the bathtub.

When the color of my lipstick is too dark,...

...or when my skirt is short,...

...he will kick me.

You went through that for a year...

Let's go to the police.

We'll get a medical report from the hospital, and submit a police report. Alright?

- I'm not going. - Why?

He beat you up, apologized, and beat you up again.

This cycle will never end.

He promised me this time that it won't happen again.

My father made the same promise many times as well.

For this to stop,...

...you have to break off with him.

You know,...

...I was glad to know that you're not leading a happy life.

I was relieved.

That I'm not the only one struggling with life.

But you were worried for me.

You wanted me to introduce the guy if I were to get married.

That was because you didn't want me to go through the same experience, right?

Kanako. You can't let it drag on.

I'm really fine.

Please leave me alone.

Then promise me one thing.

If it happens again, you have to let me know.

I'll rush right over.

Thanks.

The show started.

Are you trying to scald me?!

Hiromi. Let's go. Hiromi.

- Sorry! - Fuck you!

- Sorry! - Fuck you!

Help!

That hurts!

Hiromi. Let's go.

Stop!

Hiromi. Everything's fine.

Shut up!

Help!

Stop!

Help!

How did the client introduction talk with Oda go?

She just called. She's going to introduce a good client to me.

I see. I'm planning a project now...

...and I want to work with her too.

You want her to introduce her clients too?

This is going to benefit her as well.

I've did my research. She's quite outstanding.

At her age, her annual sales already broke the 100 million mark.

The ace of her department. She's the same type as us.

In fact, I think she's a better fit for you.

What does Kanako do everyday in the first place?

She doesn't work and stays home all day.

I wouldn't be able to stand it.

Once Kanako is pregnant, she'd get busy too.

I don't think she wants a child.

What?

Mom asked her about it before.

She said she doesn't want any now.

Maybe she's just bashful.

You know, Kanako's rather shy. She's not used to our family yet.

Welcome home.

I'm home.

I received a call from Oda today.

She said she's going to introduce her client to me.

It's a crucial period for me now, so I'm really grateful.

That's great.

By the way, Kanako.

You don't want children?

You don't want to have my child?

Tatsuro told me you're going to introduce your clients to him.

Thank you, Naomi.

This is just a temporary measure to stop the abuse.

It's today, isn't it?

The last day for her return the watch.

Is it really right to keep it from the police?

Is it really right to pretend it never happened?

It's alright.

You better not aggravate matters with your reckless sense of justice.

Morning.

So? Isn't it well-kept?

No problem, right? It's settled then.

It's not settled yet.

We haven't received an apology from you yet.

I already told you. I thought the watch was free.

Since the chairman introduced you to us,...

...we will report this to him in details...

...and seek his opinion. Is that alright with you?

Oda. Let me go already. What do you want me to do?

Since you're unwilling to apologize,...

...why don't you purchase our other products?

What do you mean?

It means I cannot return empty-handed.

For example, the ES series from EXCEED...

...is priced at 250,000 yen.

This amount comes up to 10% of the watch.

Alright, but get me something cheaper.

In that case, how about the EC series?

It cost 180,000 yen.

Then I might as well get this one.

That's wonderful, President Li. Excellent choice.

This product is highly sought-after and popular for its elegant design.

Thank you for shopping with us.

You're so different from a Japanese.

Why don't you quit your job and work for me?

I want to make my business even bigger.

I want to employ a capable Japanese like you.

I'll think about it if conditions are good.

You're interesting.

I'm hungry. Do you want to eat?

Alright. I'm hungry too.

You're good. Really good.

This is so good.

This place has the same flavor as my hometown, Shanghai.

Why did you come to Japan?

I came here after getting a divorce.

I want to succeed in Japan and stay here for many years.

I also hope to maintain a long-term relationship with you.

I thought we were on bad terms?

That's history now.

I want to know more about you.

Sure.

Are your family well?

My mother lives in Niigata.

My younger sister is married with children back home.

My father passed away after falling sick last year.

Your mother must be sad.

I think she's actually glad about it.

My father was abusive to my mother.

Why didn't your mother file for divorce?

Japanese women are way too nice.

It's impossible to stay married and put up with it.

If your husband was abusive to you, what will you do?

I'll retaliate. He won't get away with it.

But men are stronger physically...

If I'm not strong enough, I'll get my parents and siblings to help.

And if your family couldn't help?

Then I'll get my friend to help. That's friendship.

Friends.

If they don't help when you're in trouble, they're not your friend.

What's wrong?

Actually, my friend from university has an abusive husband.

Kill him.

That guy deserves to die.

Any guy who abuses woman should be killed.

But... you'll get you arrested for doing that.

Then find a way to do it without getting arrested.

Lies and tricks to protect your life are all legitimate self-defense.

I wish I am strong like you too.

You're already pretty strong.

The strongest of all the Japanese women I've met.

You just lack the courage to use it.

Thank you for coming over.

It's nothing.

I believe it should benefit us...

...if I let you know the profile of my clients beforehand.

What's happened to your hand?

This is really embarrassing.

I was drunk last night and hurt my hand from a fall.

I have several investment plans to suit the financial status of my clients.

Based on the current stock and forex market,...

...I recommend the foreign REIT...

Hello.

Did he hit you again?

What are you saying?

Kanako.

You promised to inform me if something happens.

Have you been to the doctor?

Tatsuro told me not to go.

What the hell.

Go to the hospital, get a medical report, and head to the police now.

And leave that place right away.

Stop it already.

I can't do that. If I could, I'd have done so earlier.

Kanako?

I'm already suffering, yet you keep putting pressure on me.

Telling me to do this and that.

I'm about to go crazy.

Leave me alone. Don't bother me anymore.

Kanako, wait...

If they don't help when you're in trouble, they're not your friend.

I'm really alright.

Please go home!

Hirosue Ryoko

Uchida Yuki

Yoshida Yo

Takahata Atsuko

Sato Ryuta

Kanako, it's me. Let me in.

Kanako.

If you don't let me in, I'll wait here until your husband is back.

Then I'll ask him about it.

I'm going to stay put no matter what.

Because you're my friend.

Do you get it now?

He's no different from my father.

Good on the outside, with a twisted ego.

They abuse the weak to vent their stress.

He will never change.

Kanako, it will go on forever.

I know.

I know that.

It'll probably go on forever.

Then, why?

I'm scared.

I'm scared of Tatsuro.

I will protect you.

We will make a police report, and file a divorce suit.

I will shelter you during the trial. Alright?

Impossible.

Doing that will only make it worse.

Not just me, you might get killed too.

Once he gets angry, nothing can stop him.

When that happens, my family and friends will be implicated.

That's impossible.

Such people exist in this world.

Even if Tatsuro is caught,...

...he will use every means possible to look for me, and kill me.

How about escaping abroad?

I told you it's impossible.

If I do that, he will attack my family.

Then as long as your husband is alive,...

...you are going to live in fear of his abuse?

Just like my mother?

Is there really no way to stop the abuse?

There is.

It'll stop if I'm dead.

Kanako.

What do you want the most now?

Water.

The water taste bitter.

When the inside of my mouth was cut,...

...it stung and hurt at first.

I eventually got used to it.

But after that...

...the water started to taste bitter.

I want to drink tasty water.

That's all.

Shall we just...

...kill your husband?

Is there anywhere you'd like to go on our anniversary?

He isn't someone you can reason with.

Please stop...

You actually wanted to work with arts instead of sales, right?

I found it.

A way to kill your husband without getting arrested.