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MAN WHO CAUSES A STORM

Produced by Eisei Koi Written by Umetsugu Inoue and Dai Nishijima Based on the story by Umetsugu Inoue

Cinematography by Kazumi Iwasa Lighting Effects by Ko Fujubayashi Sound Effects by Nobumasa Fukushima

Art Direction by Kimihiko Nakamura Music by Seitarô Ômori Film Editing by Akira Suzuki

CAST:

Yûjirô Ishihara Mie Kitahara

Kyôji Aoyama Izumi Ashikawa Mari Shiraki Masumi Okada Nobuo Kaneko

Toshio Oida Fukuko Sayo Yumi Takano Yo Shiomi Tôru Abe

Directed by Umetsugu Inoue

Tokyo the capital of Japan.

In its places of entertainment,

year by year the number of neon signs is multiplying.

More and more people are flocking to this neon garden in search of fun and pleasures.

At the same time, the number of jobs,

charged with serving all these people is growing too.

This gave rise to a whole new separate society,

with its own competition and struggle for success,

as well as its own morals and customs.

Here, fights and love stories exist side by side.

There is friendship and there is strife.

There is temptation, envy, fraud conspiracy,

and multiple expressions of virtue and vice.

This is a story of our world.

Where, under the veil of darkness, beautiful neon flowers are blossoming.

Ginza is a nocturnal district.

During daytime, its streets are empty.

The shutters on the shops' windows are closed,

and everything is silent.

That's how winter days go by.

When the evening draws,

people tired after a hard day's work,

come together to relax.

They slowly roam the streets of Ginza,

blending with the rhythm of jazz.

We are jazz men from Ginza.

We come out when it gets dark.

Ginza is our home.

Neon lights are our sun.

And Jazz is the music of our souls.

So Saturday at 6 and Monday at 12, alright?

But Saturday is 50 thousand.

50 thousand? Since when?

It's always like that on Saturdays.

Are you serious? This is my joint.

Are you going to rip your mum off?

Family is family and business is business.

As you like. 40 thousand tops.

- Miser. - And you're greedy.

Ginza lives its own life.

A quiet office worker, a tyrannical boss,

and a fortune-teller,

all live expecting a storm.

Jazz has no limits!

Encore!

Let's give a round of applause to Hirao Masaru.

And now, let's welcome the band Six Jokers

with their lead singer, Shinsuke Fukushima...

... and drummer, Charlie Sakurada.

Charlie!

Charlie!

Charlie is getting really good.

But he's also getting big-headed. He wants double pay now.

And what about your relationship with him?

Well...

You said feelings are feelings and business is business.

Exactly.

That's why if I don't get 50 thousand,

I won't be able to pay decent money even to my brother.

Don't you feel for him?

You're always appealing to my feelings.

I thought you differentiated between feelings and business.

Welcome. This way please.

I'm here to see Fukushima-San.

- Huh? - Miya-San.

She's over there. See?

She's wearing blue.

Thank you.

Hello.

Are you Fukushima-San?

That's right.

My name is Eiji Kokubu.

I have a request for you.

What request?

My brother is a very good drummer. Would you consider giving him a job?

What's his name?

Shoichi Kokubu.

Kokubu?

Mum, have you heard of him?

No, I haven't.

He's very good.

But he's a bit hot-tempered... How should I put it?

Sometimes he feels inspired. It's like a stroke of lightning.

Which band does he play in?

He used to play in Five.

But now he plays alone.

What? Sho, the free musician?

That's not a good idea.

I haven't met him personally but he's known as a troublemaker.

He got into a fight once.

But he's kind and gentle.

It was thanks to him that I got into the musical school.

So, you go to a musical school?

Yes.

He's very talented.

Besides, he's a good brother.

Just a bit hot-tempered.

Hot temper is a flaw.

He also sings well.

What? He sings too?

Alright, I'll keep him in mind next time when I decide to change something.

If you give us a call, he'll be here right away.

Alright.

We'll be waiting.

- Thank you for your work. - Thank you.

- Good job! - Thank you.

- Well done! - Thank you.

- Good job! - Well done!

Listen up!

At 12 at Katerin.

We also have a meeting before the show. So let's gather at 11:30.

This is our first show there, so don't be late.

- OK. - Got it.

I'd prefer to be excused from that.

What happened?

I can't play for couples in a night club. It's ridiculous.

You're not the only person in the band.

Yes, you're good, but you should also think about the others.

In that case, I'll have to create my own band.

What is that supposed to mean?

- Is Charlie here? - Ah, Mary!

- Have you been waiting long? - No.

Well, I'm off.

Charlie, 11:30!

Who does he think he is?

Miya-San, how much longer are you going to tolerate this?

Do you expect me to get jealous?

You must be joking.

There are plenty of handsome men in Ginza.

- That's right. - That's true.

- How about we go somewhere to eat? - Let's go, then.

- Guys don't forget, 11:30. - Of course.

- It was a good show. - Bye.

It must be hard for you, a girl from the Ginza hotel of broken hearts?

Well, you still won't get your act together, so it's tough for mum and me.

That's true. So as a way of saying sorry, can I buy you a drink?

Take that!

I'll kick your ass!

Show them, Sho-Chan!

Sho-Chan, police is here!

Sho-Chan, hurry up!

Is that Sho, the musician?

Yes. He's a real man, isn't he?

As soon as he sees a woman, he tries to kiss her.

You seem informed. Do you know him?

I heard he's a very good drummer.

And that was quite an exit.

He arrived like a storm and disappeared like a storm.

- You're early. - Ah, hello.

And where's Charlie?

He called and said that he's on a date, so he needs a replacement.

What? Where did he call from?

He didn't say.

He was drinking with Mochinaga at Muuran.

Mochinaga?

- From Mochinaga Company? - Yes.

Mary works there.

Maybe they're trying to lure him away.

Hello.

- Thank you for your work. - Thank you.

- Taki-San, thank you. - I'm the one who should thank you.

How about at the end of the show we have a drum solo by Charlie?

The thing is, Taki-San,

Charlie is a bit under the weather.

But we need him.

Let's replace him with someone else today. And tomorrow, I'll bring him for you.

Don't you have someone who can play his part?

Of course I do.

There's a guy named Shoichi Kokubu.

- Kokubu? - Yes. Give him a chance.

He has a hot temper, but he's very good.

How should I put it?

Sometimes he feels inspired. It's like a stroke of lightning.

But he's very kind and a good brother.

- Brother? - I meant drummer.

Hello? Grandma?

What?

Hello? Hello? Is this Akebono's flat?

Oh my, yes, it is.

You need Kokubu?

The thing is...

What? Where? Hello? Hello?

It's urgent. I need to find him.

Hello? What? Police?

Ah, that fight earlier.

We still have 25 minutes. Let's go.

Fukushima-San!

My brother got into a fight and ended up in jail.

They say they can't let me take him and mum isn't back home yet.

Please, get him out.

Alright, I'll try to talk to them.

Twenty-five is out.

Twenty-five is out!

Twenty-five?

Alright.

Hey, Twenty-five! Out!

Hey, Twenty-five!

- Wake up! - You're out.

- Let me sleep. - You're free.

- You're free! - You're so lucky.

Get off me.

- Goodbye! - See you.

Brother!

Oh, so it's you.

It's so comfortable here. Maybe I'll stay here a bit more.

- A band is waiting for you. - What?

They need a drummer.

Do you know these people?

It's Fukushima-San of Six Jokers and their manager, Miya-San.

Do you want me to be your drummer?

If you can.

Thank you so much! Let's do it!

When I have drumsticks, I'm one fire.

Hey Cut it out!

- He's rowdy. - He is indeed.

Hey! Quiet!

- But there is something about him. - Yes.

Hey, stop that!

Did you hear? Stop it! This is not a drum!

Only fools beat on the drums!

Dummy!

Ladies and gentlemen, for the first time in Katerin, we welcome Shinsuke Fukushima and Six Jokers.

Members of the band are on piano, Hase, on saxophone, Yoshida, on xylophone, Kimura,

on guitar, Hara, on bass, Shinsuke Fukushima.

And since Charlie Sakurada is sick, the substitute drummer will be Shoichi Kokubu.

Hi!

Fool!

One, two, one, two, three, four!

Look who's here.

Scotch?

Not for me.

Then, three scotches.

Yes.

They found a replacement for you pretty quick.

My act is soon. See you later.

Mary!

Don't get in the way of Charlie's work.

I have nothing to do with it.

Charlie decided to accompany me.

- Good evening. - Hello.

A talented and successful girl has blessed us with her presence!

I'm still nowhere near your level, Mochinaga-San.

No, no. Your father was very successful too.

He was a top-class manager. We were bitter rivals in the past.

Who would have thought that her daughter would be my rival too?

God works in mysterious ways.

Don't judge me too harshly.

Charlie, why haven't you come?

Like I said, I won't play in front of an audience like this.

Who do you think you are?

A year ago, you were a student and did any job that was offered.

Who helped you, back then?

You made some good money off me.

Well, well, Miya-San, let's not make a scene here.

You see that Charlie isn't happy here.

Why don't you listen to him?

Or are you jealous because of Mary?

Are you serious?

There's nothing between Charlie and me.

Really? But we've heard the opposite.

Anyway, Charlie, we have a show tomorrow at 3.

- Try to be on time. - Yeah.

Have a nice time!

She's slick. Exactly like her father.

- Sakio-San is here! - Huh?

This way.

Sakio-San! Sakio-San!

Please, join us.

No way! I can't sit anywhere near your group.

- I have my reasons. - Reasons, you say?

Thanks to you, everything went smoothly.

Glad to hear that.

That's good for all of us.

Miyako is here.

Really? Hold on.

- You're not needed. - Yes, Sir.

Mr. Sakio looks really excited.

Charlie, beware!

Not in the mood?

Good evening.

Is it because of Charlie?

That's right.

He's getting big-headed.

And Mochinaga is encouraging him.

Mochinaga-San is always plotting something.

I see you have a new guy.

I got him out of jail.

Jail?

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time for the act you've all been waiting for.

The queen of the stage, Mary Oka!

So that's Charlie's new girlfriend?

I like those curves.

I know you do.

Hey!

What are you doing here?

Same as you.

Get the hell out of here!

Both of you.

Never seen a naked woman before?

Don't you dare lay a finger on her.

I see. And what if she wants me to?

What did you say?

What are you doing here?

You needed me only for tonight anyway.

Brother, you have to get back to the stage!

Shut up. I'll go.

That kid has some balls.

Charlie, let's talk straight.

What do you wanna talk about? Feelings?

Or about business?

Business, of course.

Well, in that case, Mochinaga wants to sign a contract with me.

I'm ready to meet your demands. But, in exchange, I want you to do what I say.

But, I've already signed it, you know?

What?

Why not? They offered an advance and really good fees.

I see. I'm late, then?

Unfortunately.

Then, I give up.

But, this is also the end of our relationship.

What a shame!

Let's at least remain friends.

If you don't mind.

I'll try to do my best.

Are you ready yet? Let's go!

- How about we go eat? - Yes!

By the way, I think that new drummer of yours

needs some work but he has what it takes.

I didn't ask for your opinion.

See you.

Forget about him.

There are plenty of guys around.

You'll find a new one pretty soon.

Besides, he doesn't deserve to be your lover.

Lover? You're exaggerating.

- Good evening! - Brother...

Charlie signed a contract with Mochinaga.

You shouldn't try to chase someone who's leaving.

Of course.

- You played really well! - That's true!

Starting from tomorrow, you're officially a part of Six Jokers.

- We just need to sign a contract. - What, really?

- Everyone, welcome him. - It's a pleasure!

- You're going to do great! - I'm glad!

Come here.

This is Sakio-sensei, editor-in-chief of Jazz News.

He might look soft and gentle,

but he's a scary man, since he has a lot of influence in the industry.

That didn't sound like praise.

- This is Shoichi Kokubu. - Nice to meet you.

Well, now you know each other.

Don't let her down.

I sympathize with Miya-San.

So I'm on your side.

I'm in love with her. What can I do?

- Well, I have to go now. - Thank you!

- Goodbye! - Goodbye!

What a snake!

Beware of his nice words.

Although he calls himself a journalist,

he's actually half adman, half informer.

I see.

Starting from tomorrow, you're going to come to my place to practice.

Brother, teach him well.

You know how to teach better than me. She's scarier than the devil himself. Beware!

That's fine. I never give up.

That's true. If he starts something, he always sees it through!

Right?

Let's do this! I can't wait!

Did you write that?

Yes.

I had a lot in my chest.

The city is so noisy and hectic.

And people living in it are stifling.

But you know when one escapes the giant mechanism of the city,

and returns to oneself,

one finds pulsating life and freedom.

Working people who have wives and children are limited by an idyllic family life.

Dancers on stage are embodiments of dreams,

of every girl dancing in her bedroom.

When one's energy is released, it starts pulsating under the starry sky,

and eventually turns into energy for tomorrow's acts.

I want to write music about this mechanism of the big city,

about competition, harmony and humanity.

You're speaking in such a complicated way!

I'll try to keep up with you!

Alright?

You're so late.

Your mum went to the police station, but she couldn't find you, so she came back.

Where were you?

Midori-San, my brother is now officially the drummer of Six Jokers!

Great, isn't it?

Is that true?

What's that noise? You're going to wake up the neighbors.

Dad! Shoichi has been accepted in a band.

Great news!

Go talk to your mum.

She's very worried.

- Let's go? - Yes!

Mum, brother got a job in a band.

Six Jokers! It's a very well-known band.

When I was at the police station, they told me: "So you're Kokubu's mother?"

"He's such a troublemaker".

"That's probably because he wasn't raised right".

But, Mum, it's not his fault.

People just can't recognize his talents.

Playing the drums! How can you make a living like that?

And it wouldn't be so bad if it was only you.

- But you're also dragging Eiji into it. - That's not my fault!

- That's right! I chose this way myself. - Don't say anything.

You've always been a disappointment.

You're the exact copy of your father.

He was a troublemaker and a womanizer.

And you're exactly the same.

I really wanted at least Eiji to be normal.

Normal, you say? What's wrong with music?

Music is not a job. That's what's wrong!

If he worked in a bank or a big corporation,

and got promoted to department head, that would be enough for me.

And you dragged him into this world of yakuza.

Mum! Why do you only see the bad in me?

I'm not like my father!

Brother!

Eiji! Eiji! Stop!

That was too much! He didn't deserve this!

Brother!

Brother!

Mum hates father because he left her.

And she vents her anger on me.

You've always been her favorite one.

I've always been the scapegoat.

I'm always the one to blame.

Even you going to the musical school is my fault.

I feel like I was born to be hated.

Brother! I'll talk to her when she calms down.

It's useless.

Damn.

You'll see!

I'll be the best drummer in Japan!

Then, she will regret it!

What's that noise?

Do you know what time it is?

Stop it! Someone!

Brother, stop!

Cut it out!

In Katerin, they refused you?

I told them no. They wanted too much.

Burn this, please.

Alright.

Was it serious between Charlie and you?

Not really. It was like a bubble.

It looked big, but it was empty on the inside. I knew it all along.

Charlie is no match for you.

I think so too.

- Hello. - Come in.

Mum, Tokiko is here.

Hello!

You're early.

Shin-Chan called and said he wanted to meet.

I wish I was as lucky as you are.

Get married already!

You have someone really good here.

Who is it?

It's a storming drummer.

Storming?

Brother will tell you everything.

So? Is he good enough?

I think he is. He sings even better than expected.

So, you're going to start all over?

Of course I am. I'm not going to give up.

Well then, let's go have a look at this storming drummer.

Let's take a break.

Here you go.

And for you too.

- This is my mum. - Hello.

Hello.

And this is Tokiko, my brother's fiancee.

- Hi. - Hello.

He really is like a typhoon.

What?

Nothing. It's our thing.

- Hello. - Hello.

Hello.

Hello.

- Hello, everyone. - Welcome.

Miya-San! I have something for you!

What is it?

Didn't Mochinaga have a band called Western?

- Yes, he did. - One of them, a guitarist named Shimomura,

told me that it was Sakio who introduced Charlie to Mochinaga.

What?

He did that because he wanted you to break up.

That's really low.

He's pathetic!

Love is cruel.

Sakio is a bastard, of course.

But Charlie is no better.

So, Sho-Chan, now you'll have to do your best and become famous.

This is how we beat those intriguers.

Don't worry about me.

Now I understand why you've been so angry today.

Alright.

I have my ambitions too.

I'll get it done.

I'll do everything I can to make my mum regret it.

- Your mum? - Never mind.

Let's start!

Tempo! Tempo!

Faster! Faster! Go faster!

TODAY'S PROGRAM: RHYTHM CROWNS WITH SHINSUKE FUKUSHIMA DEBUT!

- Welcome. - Ma'am, Sakio-San is here.

- Welcome! - Hello.

- Hello. - And where's Miya-San?

She's over there.

Congratulations!

Oh, hello!

This Kokubu sounds good.

He's not Charlie, but we're training him little by little.

Charlie is really ungrateful, though.

He exploited your kindness and betrayed you.

Yes, he is.

And so is the one who was behind this. I heard someone talked him into it.

No way!

How about we go eat something together?

I'm busy right now.

Oh, come on.

I'm willing to provide some good publicity in exchange.

Really?

Sho-Chan, come here.

This was an incredible performance by...

Hello there. Not bad at all!

Keep up the good work!

Sakio-San offered to treat you to a dinner to celebrate your debut.

That's very kind.

Sakio-San, I have an urgent matter to handle, so I'll leave you now.

And you, eat and have fun!

See you.

Now, you've been dumped.

She's really busy.

So, where shall we go?

Are you sure you want to do it?

Well, it's too late to take it back now.

In that case, I'd prefer a drink.

BAR ASPHALT

You're early today.

Yes, this is me again.

Scotch with soda.

Same for me.

A bar without women isn't so bad, is it?

What time is it?

Six o'clock.

Will you turn on the radio?

- Which station? - Radio Culture.

Do you know who this is?

Charlie.

It will take some time before Miyako's is satisfied with you.

Turn that down a bit.

Sure.

- Listen, Sakio-San... - What?

Are you really in love with Miya-San?

It's hard to answer such a direct question.

But I'd say yes.

Is that why you're helping me?

Maybe so.

How about you praise me higher than Charlie?

And in exchange I'll help you with Miya-San.

How about it?

You scratch my back and I scratch yours.

Give and take.

Practicing?

Yes.

Are you hungry?

Looks delicious.

Where's your mum?

She's doing the laundry.

I see.

What are you playing now?

Huh?

There's nothing but buildings around!

There's nothing in the valley except sprawling buildings.

I let myself go dancing in the night.

I wonder how Shoichi is doing.

He hasn't come in a while.

He stays in one of the free rooms in Miya-san's house. He practices there.

Right! Why don't we visit him after lunch? He'll be happy.

What time do you think it is?

Get up!

But it's Sunday.

There are no days off practice.

Get up already!

Why don't we go to the cinema or something?

No! You have to practice!

- And at night... - I see. Work, work, work.

I get it.

So get up and get dressed, then.

And I'll make breakfast.

- Shameless! - You're shameless!

Toshi-Chan! Shoichi is up.

Alright.

Sho-Chan, how do you want your eggs?

Scrambled.

Make scrambled eggs, please!

Yes.

You're behaving like a wife, Miyako.

I have no choice. He's helpless.

Seems like you're enjoying it.

Don't make him the "second Charlie".

And what is that supposed to mean?

Rumors will start circulating again.

Oh, come on.

He's not my type.

You said the same thing about Charlie.

Women usually fall in love with the guy who's closest.

Are you serious?

- Good morning! - Hello.

You're still not ready?

You're getting more insistent.

We arranged to go to the cinema.

Oh, Miya-San, you have guests in the hall.

- They came to me? - I think so.

Sho-Chan, practice a bit before breakfast.

OK.

Welcome.

Good morning.

I hope you had no problem finding the way.

Is he here?

Wait here.

Don't smoke in here! You have guests.

You can come in.

This way.

Thank you.

Brother!

Hey, Eiji!

Midori wanted to see you, so I brought her.

How are you doing?

Same as before. Eiji-San practices a lot.

That's right. Me too. I haven't even had breakfast yet.

You're saying that like we're starving you here.

This house is so beautiful.

What a piano!

- Do we have guests? - They came to see Sho-Chan.

- Will you give me a tray? - Yes.

- Let's go already. - We still have time.

- We're going to be late. - Relax.

- He's not very fast. - I know!

Come on, let's go!

Sounds great. Who is playing?

That's all I've written for now.

Not bad. Look at you!

It's all thanks to you.

Midori put on weight since last time.

What? Eiji-San told me I lost weight just today.

You definitely put on weight.

- She lost weight! - She put on weight!

Enough already...

- She lost weight! - She put on weight!

We're off!

- We're taking the car. See you. - Have fun!

Why don't we go somewhere to eat after I finish practicing?

- Let's go! Right, Midori-San? - I'm in.

Miya-San, I don't need breakfast.

That's a bad idea.

Besides, you promised to go to the cinema with me.

I already bought the tickets.

What?

Don't you remember?

Eiji, since it's practicing time now, could you leave us alone?

Of course.

Oh, come on! They don't come every day.

It's fine, brother.

We shouldn't bother them.

Excuse us.

- Would you like some tea before you go? - No, thank you. Goodbye.

Eiji!

Take this.

Thank you. See you!

See you.

- Goodbye. - Goodbye.

Sorry to disturb you.

She's so cute. Is she your girlfriend?

No.

She's the landlord's daughter.

So, she was the one who answered the phone...

What?

I think she believes there's something between you.

They say a girl falls in love with the guy who's closest.

Midori-Chan!

Midori-Chan!

Wait, Midori-Chan!

You can't blame her.

She just really wants him to become the best drummer.

She's acting weird!

I think she's in love with Shoichi.

- That's not... - It is!

No wonder a girl falls in love with the guy who's closest.

Is that so?

THE NEW BEST DRUMMER! SHOICHI KOKUBU CHALLENGES CHARLIE!

THE WORLD OF JAZZ TODAY!

We're going to ask Sakio Tooru, a music critic and editor-in-chief of Jazz News,

to give us an insight into the recent developments in jazz.

Sakio-San, please.

Good afternoon, dear viewers.

Lately, jazz has lost the appeal it had before,

but on the other hand it has established itself as a part of Japanese culture.

And the biggest piece of news in jazz these days is a quick rise to stardom,

of Shoichi Kokubu, the drummer of Rhythm Crowns.

He's a bit of a rowdy guy, but that's exactly what makes him who he is.

And in the coming months,

he might challenge Charlie Sakurada who's still number one.

That is my personal opinion, of course.

But a competition between the two of them on the big stage,

would certainly make an exciting watching.

Is Sakio-San on Kokubu's side now?

Why don't you challenge Kokubu on stage?

And maybe we should get Haruno from the Marunouchi theater on board.

That might be interesting!

Besides, it's a great opportunity to bury Kokubu.

Why not? I'll show him who's the boss.

I wonder what he'll say to that. I'll call Miyako.

I'll accept the challenge.

You can't back down when you're challenged.

I think it's still too early for you.

- Hello. - Hello.

Why are you so serious?

Let me guess.

Mochinaga must have offered a challenge?

You're well-informed.

I was the one who started it.

I see now.

- So? Are you going to accept? - I think so.

Isn't it too early?

Don't worry.

It will give you all the publicity you need.

Plus, Sho-Chan has some style points. I think spectators will be on his side.

And I'll handle the experts.

So, a drummers competition?

Say, Yano-chin!

- Charlie or Kokubu, who will you root for? - I don't know...

Both are my customers.

It's hard for me to support one or the other.

I see. So, they come here?

Yes.

Really?

Wow!

- Hello. - Welcome.

Speaking of the devil.

Yeah.

Don't you have a boyfriend?

Why? Are you insecure?

How about we go out? Dance maybe?

Is it written on my face?

Hi there.

Where are you going?

I've been waiting for you for a whole hour!

- I thought you forgot about me. - Are you coming or not?

So, Sho-Chan is the first one on the list.

What are you doing?

You decided to dump Charlie?

She likes me more, accept it.

And I'm going to win tomorrow too!

Stop it! You're hurting me!

It was your own fault!

Don't be violent!

Hey! Not so fast.

Follow me.

What's that face?

I was born with it.

What did you say?

Over here.

It's swollen. There's nothing we can do.

It looks terrible.

He can't play now.

You silly! Hands are the most important thing for a drummer.

Why didn't you run away?

Run away? Are you serious?

I've never run away from anyone in my life.

In any case, he can't play tomorrow.

Since Charlie is involved, why don't you ask to postpone?

Good idea. I'll call, anyway.

Toshi-Chan, bandage him.

Don't do it. I'll play.

Don't be ridiculous.

Don't call!

I told you.

I never run away.

I'll take up the challenge.

Even if my hand falls off.

I'll take up the challenge.

- What's wrong? - I don't know.

I'm a drummer!

I'm like yakuza!

Whenever I lose my temper,

it causes a storm!

And if instead of fighting,

I beat on the drums,

my love blues,

will go away in no time!

You bastards! Come at me!

Throw a jab, left kick, right hook!

Damn! I hit you twice as hard!

In the jaw, in the core and again in the jaw!

It's almost a knockout!

Oh, seems like I got carried away!

He's making Charlie play a secondary part.

I'm a drummer!

A drummer of infidelity!

And whenever I fall in love,

it causes a storm!

And if I hold a woman tight,

and beat on the drums,

I don't need money,

and I have all I want!

There's something appealing about him.

- Once I step in, it will be over. - Step in?

I'm a drummer!

I'm like yakuza!

Whenever I beat on the drums,

it causes a storm!

And I beat on my drums,

year after year,

even criminals run away from me!

In a magnificent drummers competition in the Marunouchi theater,

despite a serious hand injury, Shoichi Kokubu did

his best delivering an inspired performance,

which was greeted by a standing ovation.

Rumor has it that he suffered his injury in

a fight with Charlie's friend who is a boxer,

the night before.

I don't know what was Charlie's involvement in this,

but this case is outrageous,

and it provoked fierce criticism towards Charlie.

In the future...

Damn it! I'm done now.

Hello.

Are you going against me?

Let's go outside.

Stop it, Mochinaga-San....

And you, shut up.

We can go outside if you want.

And who's that guy?

I hope it's not the same guy that hurt Kokubu?

I stand on the position of non-violence.

At the same time, as a critic, I have an obligation to tell the truth.

Say it again? You'll regret it!

Hold on.

Sakio-kun, I just want to get one thing straight.

Are you our friend or our enemy?

Even I myself don't know that.

For now I prefer Kokubu.

All you can do is watch.

Charlie is going to fall rapidly and Kokubu is going to become number one.

That I can foretell.

So, you're our enemy.

If you like to think so, let it be.

I see.

I'd be careful if I were you.

You never know when something might happen.

Fine, but I think you're going to need me later.

VOTING BEGINS

PRELIMINARY RESULTS SHOICHI KOKUBU IS AHEAD

I'm a drummer!

DECLINE OF CHARLIE'S POPULARITY

I'm like yakuza!

Whenever I lose my temper,

KOKUBU IS WAY IN FRONT

it causes a storm!

And if instead of fighting,

I beat on the drums,

my love blues,

will go away in no time!

I'm a drummer!

VOTING CONTINUES

A drummer of infidelity!

And whenever I fall in love,

it causes a storm!

And if I hold a woman tight,

JAZZ - KOKUBU IS ON TOP

and beat on the drums,

I don' need money,

SHOICHI KOKUBU KICKS JAZZ KING OFF HIS THRONE

and I have all I want!

VOTING RESULTS NEW KING OF JAZZ - SHOICHI KOKUBU

- Hi. - Shoichi-San!

You're number one now! Congratulations!

- And how are you doing? - I'm fine.

Mum, I made it!

Look! I'm the number one celebrity.

So, you already knew.

When Eiji saw it, he started jumping around.

Shoichi, you are damned.

I have no hopes for you, anymore.

Eiji kept saying: "I'll become like that too!"

And now he can't stop playing either.

Mum, you're so stubborn!

I'm number one!

I'm the best in Japan!

Why can't you be happy for me?

I'm afraid about Eiji!

He will become part of the yakuza world now.

I prayed that it wouldn't happen to my son.

Mum...

Is Eiji your only son?

So whose son am I?

Whose son am I?

Shoichi-San!

What happened?

Congratulations, brother!

Brother! What happened, brother?

It turns out you're mum's only son.

What?

She didn't mean it.

She's been mumbling something and crying all day.

She doesn't understand music.

I have my ambitions too.

I'm going to make sure you succeed!

Hey, brother, Midori-San is also very happy.

Really?

She loves you, you know that.

Talk to her.

Don't be silly.

Why not? She thinks about you all the time.

I'm not a good choice for women.

I was told I have my father's blood in me.

Brother! That's not true!

Midori and you go well together!

Right now,

I have a girl that I love.

You mean Miya-San?

Don't be ridiculous.

Don't hide it from me.

There's nothing wrong with that.

I just feel sorry for Midori.

Calm her down.

Maybe you'll have to take care of her.

Damn.

Finally I'm number one,

and I can't even enjoy it.

I'll go have a drink to celebrate.

See you later!

Brother!

Welcome back. Careful! Are you alright?

Where have you been? I've been looking for you.

I wanted to have a drink together.

Because you got your back on Charlie?

Charlie is in the past.

He's performing somewhere in the province now. I have no problem with him.

So, what were you going to drink for?

All men are the same.

As soon as they make it to the top, they forget about those who helped them.

I won't forget.

I know that all of it was thanks to Miya-San.

Well and Sakio-San too.

That's right. He also wanted to see you.

Sakio-San said he loved you.

Why don't you marry him?

I don't like him.

He has positive sides too.

Besides, he's handsome.

Sho-Chan!

Are you serious?

Of course I am.

You should go to bed.

What's wrong with you?

Get up at once.

Come on! Get a grip! Act like a man.

Sho-Chan...

Miya...

I love you.

I don't even know when I fell in love with you.

Me neither.

Me neither.

But...

Miya!

Miya!

TYUO MUSICAL ACADEMY

And if this plan comes true, I'm quite sure of a wonderful result.

It will provide help for young musicians of Japan.

- You wanted to see me? - Yes, come in.

This is Mr. Eiji Kokubu.

And this is Mr. Harold Sneider, member of the Sneider financial conglomerate.

He's interested in organizing cultural events.

I love Japan very much.

And I also love music.

Have a seat.

Won't you sit down?

He says that he wants to make his contribution

in the development of music in Japan as a private person.

And as the first step, we decided to hold every year,

performances for talented beginner composers.

And we decided to recommend you as one of them.

Me? Really?

Yes. We're convinced you deserve it.

We listened to the song that you wrote.

Mr. Sneider was impressed too.

You are to be a conductor.

Me, a conductor?

This rhythm, this genre.

That my body and soul dance to!

This rhythm, this melody.

That connects hearts in love!

- Thank you. - Great job.

- Great job, everyone! - Thanks!

- Everything went perfectly! - You think so?

- Are we getting a bonus, then? - You will. Tomorrow.

- Shall we go by car? - By car?

Aren't we going to disturb you?

- Yes. I'd prefer that you say no. - Oh you!

In that case, we're going to disappear.

Good job! Brother, and the car keys?

Alright, alright.

Thank you.

Why don't we go to the Chinese restaurant in Yokohama?

Alright. Bring me my coat!

Alright!

I'll get the money and you go wait in the car.

OK.

Finally, I managed to find you.

What's that look on your face?

Maybe you're feeling guilty?

Get in.

Why are you avoiding me?

- You're a hard man to find these days. - I've been busy.

And it has nothing to do with the rumors that Miyako and you are together?

I'm sure you haven't forgotten about your promise.

Why don't we go for a ride? So, we can talk.

What about Miya-San?

Maybe we should all talk together?

I think last time, we were here a bit later.

That's right! And the light was on too.

Anyway,

it's not that I don't trust you,

but since rumors are circulating, I decided to check.

I thought maybe you'd clarify the situation yourself.

I'm in love, that's true.

And is anything going on?

Listen, Sakio-San,

I'm guilty.

But what can I do? It's already happened.

I can pay you as much as you want.

Are you nuts?

You think I'm going to watch a kid like you screw me over?

- So what should I do? - Walk away.

By the way,

isn't your brother's name Eiji Kokubu?

Yes. Why the question?

I heard he's about to have his debut as a conductor.

What? Eiji?

With the financial backing from the Sneider conglomerate,

we're going to promote young talents every year.

I was asked to work with him first.

So, Eiji made it!

I'm worried about him.

If you do something against my brother, I'll kill you.

Give and take.

Everything depends on you.

Congratulations, Sada-San!

We should have a toast to celebrate!

Please, please!

Midori, bring the glasses.

Alright.

I'm so happy for you, Eiji!

But I knew it all along.

Midori and I have talked about it.

We both knew you'd make it.

I don't understand.

Is writing music such an important thing?

Mum doesn't understand music.

What are you talking about?

Just imagine: dozens of people will play violins

and trumpets following the notes that Eiji wrote.

And on top of that, he will conduct the orchestra.

Can't you hear what a beautiful flow of sound

can be created in the mind of a single person?

Creating a melody, bringing all the sounds together so that they form a harmony.

That's what Eiji-San is going to do.

Do you understand now?

Never mind. You will eventually.

Let's drink!

- Well, congratulations! - Congratulations!

All this is thanks to my brother.

That's right. Don't forget what Sho-Chan did for you.

Brother will be so happy.

And now, Sada-San, I'd like to talk about Eiji and Midori.

- What? - There's something we need to discuss.

Yes.

Drunk again.

Where's Miya-San?

She's already asleep.

Why did you disappear?

You're drunk. What is it?

What happened that night...

I remember.

You were drunk that night too.

Get up, I'll help you get to your room.

But I want to leave.

What?

I want to be independent.

Sho-Chan, you're saying that because you're drunk.

I may be drunk, but I'm thinking straight.

I signed a contract with Artists International.

They're going to be my manager for some time.

Are you serious?

Unfortunately.

Did something happen? Tell me!

I just don't want to be under your care.

That's it.

I'll send someone to pick up my things.

Bye.

Sho-Chan!

Are you leaving for good?

Yes.

I don't really understand what's going on.

Is it the same thing as with Charlie?

I guess so.

Fine.

I don't chase those who leave.

But I want to make one thing clear.

This is the end of our relationship.

Whatever you say.

And where are you going to go now?

Not to Mary, I hope?

Mochinaga owns her now.

I have a girlfriend from before.

The one that came here?

Yes.

I see.

It makes sense now.

I have nothing to say, then.

Bye.

Bye.

Who is it?

Eiji, is it you?

Oh, it's you?

And where's Eiji?

He's in the academy writing music.

Mum, Eiji did real good!

What about you?

You smell of alcohol.

It's 3 o'clock in the morning! Shame on you!

Mum...

I decided to get married.

So, marry anyone you like.

But you like this girl too.

I hope you're not talking about Midori?

Yes, I am! It's Midori-San!

Don't joke around!

Midori is Eiji's girlfriend.

We talked about it with Jenjo-San just the other day.

They've been dating.

I approved them and everything's been agreed.

And now you show up to destroy that?

Get out of here!

But, mum...

You're a terrible person.

You ruin other people's lives.

Come on, leave from here!

Get out!

Mum.

Eiji will be successful!

Welcome.

I arrived as quickly as I could.

- Coffee, please. - Here you are.

I heard Kokubu joined Artists International?

It's true.

Such a bad guy!

After all we've done for him!

I wanted to talk to you about that.

What is it? I'll do everything I can.

Maybe we should go back to that crazy guy that was before Kokubu and joined Mochinaga?

No way.

Why I wanted to talk with you.

Yes?

Is that I never want to see you again.

What?

I know that you helped Mochinaga lure away Charlie,

in order to get closer to me.

And I believe you did the same thing with Sho-Chan.

I want you to understand one thing.

I loved Shoichi.

And I still love him although I hate him at the same time.

And whatever happens, I'll never love someone like you.

So don't even bother trying.

I wanted to make that clear once and for all, that's why I asked you to come.

And now, I'll leave.

Oh yes, I'll pay the bill.

Charlie?

Good morning!

Some strange guy is here to see you. Maybe it's a mistake?

Mochinaga-San, didn't I say that I could be useful for you?

So, you came here to make yourself useful?

You could say so.

Hey, Charlie!

- Long time no see! - When did you get back?

A few days ago.

I see we have friends and enemies together here.

So what is it about?

I was thinking of bringing Charlie back onto the stage.

What do you think?

How about we join forces?

And what do you get from it?

I hate to admit, but Kokubu deceived me big time.

I want to get even now.

I want to settle the score too. Besides he's bothering you too, isn't he?

How's that?

Mary is your girlfriend now,

but lately Kokubu has been staying with her.

What?

You're up!

How did I get here?

I picked you up two nights ago, when you were walking around Ginza drunk.

Then, we drank some more.

Here, we finished two bottles of whisky.

Looks like you're really in love with Miya-San.

You kept calling her name.

You've been unconscious for three days now.

Because of that, there was nothing between us.

I feel sorry for you.

Why is that?

I listened to you get it off your chest. You told me everything.

Mary! Open up! We know he's here.

If you don't open the door, I'll kick it down.

Open up!

Hey, Kokubu, you know who Mary belongs to now, don't you?

You're wrong! Nothing happened!

I brought him because he was drunk.

Shut up!

Kokubu.

Did you really think we were going to let you lay your hands on our boss's girl?

Hey! Get up!

Get your hands off me!

You bastard!

- Sho-Chan! - Go away!

Let's go.

Sakio-San!

I'm a man and whatever happens, I won't go to the police.

But don't you dare get in my brother's way.

So, another deal then?

Fine. Actually I wasn't the one who broke his word.

I kept my promise.

Hey. Deal with him.

You fool!

You bastard!

Hold it, you bastard!

Hey!

This is the end of Shoichi Kokubu.

From now on, Charlie will reign.

I guess Sakio-San still got it worst here. Miya left him.

No, I still think it's Kokubu.

I feel much better now.

- Where's Miya-San? - Over there.

Miya-San, something terrible has happened! My brother is badly hurt.

Ei-Chan, Sho-Chan has vanished!

It happened while Midori-Chan and I went to the canteen.

He always causes nothing but trouble.

Here.

EIJI, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT! I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST. - SHOICHI

Engagement?

Yes, we got engaged.

Oh, I see now!

They said his right hand was shattered.

And that he'd never be able to play the drums again.

I can't go on stage like this.

How much longer is he going to cause problems to others?

Mum, don't say that about brother!

Fine, I'll search him. I think I know how to find him.

Don't worry and do your best, alright?

YOUNG COMPOSERS NIGHT COMPOSER AND CONDUCTOR, EIJI KOKUBU

Where could brother be?

This won't do!

I can't conduct an orchestra in this condition.

Shin-Chan, isn't there any way of contacting them first?

I've done what I could.

Kokubu-San, please!

No.

I can't do it!

Eiji-kun, your performance is going to be broadcast.

I'm sure Sho-Chan will be listening.

Yes, I'm sure he's listening somewhere!

Ei-Chan, do it for your brother.

Come on, Eiji. Let's go.

- Are you sure he'll be listening? - I'm absolutely sure!

Don't think about anything else. Just go out there and do your best.

Come on, pull yourself together and go.

Come on!

We should go too.

I'll be waiting here.

We set the nets. I think we'll get a call.

I hope so.

Come, quick!

Excuse me.

Mary?

Is Sho-Chan with you?

No.

I feel guilty for Sho-Chan.

He got hurt because of me.

I saw Sho-Chan drunk and brought him to my place.

But Mochinaga found out about it.

I'm sorry.

Sho-Chan really loves you.

He was drunk and told me everything.

He said that Sakio-San threatened to hurt his brother's career.

And that he broke up with you to protect his brother.

Poor thing.

He said that his mother was unfair to him for some reason.

And that he loved his younger brother very much.

And wanted him to succeed, no matter what!

He kept crying, saying that maybe then his mother would understand him.

Ma'am...

Shoichi...

Forgive me, I was wrong.

What have I done?

Ma'am... Ma'am...

Shoichi...

Ladies and gentlemen, we old men must always try to help the younger generation.

I therefore now take great pleasure in introducing to you,

the new young composer, Mr. Eiji Kokubu!

I want to dedicate this song to my brother Shoichi Kokubu, who always supported me.

Hey. Where are you going?

What do you think? I'm going to stop customers from coming for your sake.

- Hey! - What?

Come here.

Ma'am, are you alright?

I feel so bad for Shoichi.

I hope Shoichi can forgive me.

Ma'am, don't worry!

Wherever he is, I'm sure he'll hear you.

Hello? It's Fukushima.

What? You found him? Thank you!

We did it! They found him! He's in Asphalt.

I knew it.

- I'll come too! - But...

No... I have to apologize to Shoichi

Alright!

Shoichi is so badly hurt, he might never play the drums again.

Don't worry, Ma'am. He also sings very well.

Sho-Chan!

Sho-Chan!

Shoichi...

Thank you, Shoichi!

Please, forgive your mother.

Mum!

Shoichi!

THE END