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I can't make it. I can't walk anymore.

Let's go home to Shibamata.

Take me home.

It's too late.

I didn't like the idea.

But you said to do as Tora wanted.

You insisted, right?

I'm sorry.

I was wrong to believe him.

Come to think of it,

there can't be any bluebird of happiness.

I was foolish.

Tora!

Come back, Tora!

Yes?

What's wrong? Chin up!

We'll find the bluebird.

Let's go home to Shibamata.

Living in poverty is better than death.

Hiroshi, don't you want happiness?

It's something to get for yourself.

That's why we're on this journey...

To get the bluebird ourselves.

Bluebird? Stupid!

Let's go home.

Wait a minute!

Let go!

Why not go home with us?

Please!

What a minute!

What's up?

Look! A bluebird!

Get hold of yourself.

I've got it!

Bring a cage!

It's a parakeet.

I heard something.

The cage is moving!

What's that?

Here we are... finally!

No more pain or suffering from now on.

It's happiness every day.

I'm glad!

Let's go where we can start a new life.

Mister...

Mister, excuse me...

Show me your ticket.

Thank you very much.

Not at all.

No...

Mister!

Excuse me!

Sorry to disturb you.

Your ticket.

Here.

I changed my mind. I'll go to Hagi.

Additional fare?

780 yen.

780 yen? Here.

Are you married?

Married?

In a way.

Getting along?

No. We've been together so long we fight every day.

Rough?

Your change, sir.

Keep it.

I can't do that.

It's yours.

This isn't a hotel...

Don't be stuffy. Keep it.

Persistent!

Wait!

Tora-san's Bluebird Fantasy

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika…

I was born and raised in Shibamata, Katsushika… Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora

Kuruma is my family name… Kiyoshi Atsumi as Tora And my given name is Torajiro…

Kuruma is my family name… And my given name is Torajiro…

But people call me Tora, Chieko Baisho as Sakura the street peddler…

Chieko Baisho as Sakura

Etsuko Shihomi as Miho

Masami Shimojo as Uncle

Chieko Misaki as Aunty

Gin Maeda as Hiroshi

Hisao Dazai as President

Gajiro Sato as Genko

Hidetaka Yoshioka as Mitsuo

Jun Miho as Akemi

Narimi Arimori as the girl at spa Kei Suma as the theater clerk

Chishu Ryu as the High Priest

Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi as Kengo

Producers: Kiyoshi Shimazu Shigehiro Nakagawa

Planned by Shun'ichi Kobayashi

Written by Yoji Yamada Yoshitaka Asama

Cinematography: Tetsuo Takaba

Art Direction: Mitsuo Degawa

Music: Naozumi Yamamoto

Sound Recording: Isao Suzuki

Sound Mixing: Ryuji Matsumoto

Lighting: Yoshifumi Aoki

Editing: Iwao Ishii

Original Story and Directed by Yoji Yamada

Delivering noodles? Hard work?

I envy you.

It got cool.

Heat won't last past the equinox.

Aunty, thanks for the cake.

Uncle, you're well?

I'll put this away.

An important matter. Think it over.

I'll talk to the boss, too.

Thanks.

What's wrong?

His dad wants him to quit and...

To succeed him in business.

What business?

A laundry.

You hear? Toshio may quit.

His old man sick or something?

He's getting too old. Delivery is hard.

He's a good son to worry about his dad.

He should succeed his father.

That's best.

What do you think?

I wonder if working here really makes him happy.

What if he quits?

We got a new printing machine.

We're one man too many.

The President wants someone to quit.

But he can't mention it.

Excess personnel?

That reminds me. He looks blue.

Hi! You're always good to my octopus dad.

Gabbing again?

About your dad's shop.

Forget it. It's depressing.

Let's talk about Tora to cheer up.

Our excess worker? I wonder how he is.

Indeed.

He alive?

Hopefully.

I'll get it. Could be Tora.

I doubt it.

Maybe he's in love.

Toraya speaking.

Why, Tora!

I thought it might be you, and it is!

I'm so surprised to hear your voice…

Hey, who is this?

Don't you remember your old girlfriend?

Sure. Akemi.

Making it with my husband? Hell, no!

I'll get a divorce!

Then I'll marry you, okay?

Okay, okay. Whatever you say.

Put Sakura on.

She there?

Hi, it's me.

What's wrong? It's been a whole year.

I forget how you look.

I didn't.

We're all fine. Where are you?

Choshu?

Sure, I want to come home. But Tokyo's so far.

I'll work my way home.

Am I in love? Lay off.

I'm working steadily.

Akemi wants to talk? No thanks.

I'll hang up. Bye.

Is he well?

I'm glad I could hear his voice. Bye.

Get along with your man.

What for?

Hey, why not buy one for your grandchildren?

Computerized fortune-telling!

I wonder where to go next.

Let me try your game.

No use.

Rat, Ox, Tiger, Dragon...

What's mine?

Tiger.

And... date and time of birth...

Computerized fortune-telling!

Try it. You'll see how it works!

"Things are becoming favorable for you.

"Happiness depends on you.

"A wonderful encounter waiting in the south."

Buddy, which way's south?

This way.

Kyushu, then.

And Edo...?

Maybe that way.

Shall we go to Kyushu? The Chikuho area?

Iizuka, Nogata - how about it?

The coal mine area? It was prosperous.

But not now.

I'll tell you about your future.

Kyushu?

Hey, Kyushu!

If it ain't Tora!

Where you going?

To Kyushu?

You're in Kyushu.

Where to?

Honshu.

We're a fart in the bath.

It splits two ways.

Sorry...

Where's Iizuka?

Kaho Theater? I remember it.

Can I go inside and take a look?

Mister.

Been working here long?

I used to come here when the mines were working.

It was always a full house.

Good trade.

Back then.

That reminds me...

I saw a Kabuki star from Tokyo here.

I wonder when it was...

March 10, 1963.

The play sure was good. I liked it.

Great!

You're good. Weren't you an actor, too?

You were?

Maybe you know him:

Kikunojo Nakamura.

He was my favorite.

He was from Chikuho.

I know him. He's from Nogata.

Is that so?

How's he doing?

He died.

When?

Last summer.

Dead?

Few people went to his funeral. Very sad.

Know where he lived?

Ask the cleaning lady.

Excuse me.

I don't know his real name.

Where did Kikunojo Nakamura live?

In that house.

His daughter is out now.

Miho Shimazaki

What is it?

Excuse me, are you the actor's daughter?

Then, weren't you the one...

Who sang under the name Sayuri Ozora?

Yes...

I see. Then, don't you remember me?

Your dad and I used to drink together.

Tora!

I'm glad you remember.

Sure, I'm Tora.

You've grown big.

Sorry, it's so dusty.

I don't clean it often.

Thanks for praying. I'll make some tea.

I wonder where I first met you.

At a theater in Shimoda. Remember?

It was a rainy day.

No audience but me.

You were only rehearsing.

Your dad looked embarrassed.

He said, "Sorry, no performance today.

"My daughter will see you home."

You walked me to my inn, holding an umbrella.

Yes, I remember.

You gave us 5,000 yen.

To get some sake.

I thought it was 1,000 yen.

Really?

I was broke and had to sleep at the station.

Poor man!

Your dad was really great.

Even when drunk, he talked about nothing...

But acting. I liked him.

He got old as soon as he quit acting.

He grew selfish.

Everyone does when he gets old.

He started laughing near midnight.

He'd stand up suddenly.

All alone he'd start acting.

He'd stammer his lines - he was senile.

He raised me all alone.

I should've been nicer to him.

But sometimes I wished he'd die soon.

That's how I felt.

You had a rough time.

Yes. To be honest, I got tired.

Miho.

My sister's gift, for your guest.

Where will you stay tonight?

I haven't decided.

Maybe an inn.

I know one.

I work for inns around here.

The number...

You called? Sorry, I got the wrong room.

Pity you did.

Sorry.

Hey, wait!

Know Miho? I think she's your pal.

I think she's here. Want her?

No, nothing.

She has a nice voice.

She's an actor's daughter. I'm no match.

Bye.

Tora!

Glad I'm in time.

To see me off?

Here's a gift.

Not much, though.

Thanks.

To be honest, I worked at that inn last night.

I was too shy to come and see you.

I heard someone singing beautifully.

Maybe it was...

Where to?

I'll just drift along on my way back to Tokyo.

I wish I could go with you.

Anything I can do for you?

I can't do much, though.

Anything you want?

Let me see...

A bluebird.

"Bird?"

You mean "birds?" Some of my buddies are in the racket...

Of peddling parakeets and chickens.

A fairy tale.

A bluebird brings happiness to people who catch it.

Is there such a great bird?

Sure.

I have some bluebirds.

Had a green one, too.

I sold it.

Keep it.

Blow it.

Nice sound.

Thank you.

Take care on the way.

If you happen to come to Tokyo,

drop in at a sweets shop named Toraya in Shibamata.

Even if I'm out, my family will be nice to you.

I wish you happiness.

"Hi, Mitsuo! How are you?

"I'm Chako, filled with cheer.

"I was happy when you came to see my game."

She must be nice.

Be nice to her.

She'll bring you lots of cheer.

She's noisy. She yaps.

But you like her. You're blushing.

What are you doing?

Relax. I won't snitch.

We're consulting about college.

I can't believe it.

How about Tokyo University? He's bright enough.

Next.

Hi!

Welcome, sir.

He's the father of Toshio, the printer.

He came all the way.

Suwa's wife.

Mrs. Suwa? Nice to meet you.

You run a laundry, don't you?

An old shop?

Not very. It's only a small shop my father started.

Nowadays shops with a lot of capital are increasing.

Small shops can't compete.

Hard, isn't it?

Sorry to keep you.

Toshio, talk to him.

Sorry to have disturbed you.

What'll happen to him?

He'll quit and go home.

That's best.

He'll marry a nice girl and find happiness.

Hey, chin up!

I think your shop can do without him.

That's not the point.

I'm worried about his severance pay.

I wonder how to get money for it.

That creates another problem.

What a headache!

What a gloomy guy!

A letter for you.

My! A postcard from Brother!

Lovely autumn maples.

What does he say?

"Dear Toraya Bunch: Are you happy?"

What's he saying?

"It's been a long time.

"I'll be back before too long.

"Torajiro."

Back for what?

This is his home.

Sure.

But why broadcast it?

That reminds me...

A woman phoned around noon.

She asked if Tora was home. I said no.

She said, "Is that so?" and hung up.

Who can she be?

I wonder.

They might chance to meet here.

Don't involve me.

Toraya?

I'm the one who phoned. Is Tora home yet?

Is that so?

No, thank you.

Hey, wait!

Your bag.

Thanks.

Eat this.

Thanks.

Wash your shirt.

Hey, what's wrong?

We meet again.

What's wrong? You sick or something?

Where are you going?

Step aside.

Wait!

She your girl?

She's not?

What's the idea?

What'll you do for this?

Hey, you!

Idiot! You heard me?

Hold this.

Your breath stinks.

You ate garlic?

And drank cheap booze?

Think you're happy?

Shall I puke on you?

Go to the boss!

I did it! My first time to act like that!

Hey, it's bad.

They may come back.

Let's run. Quick!

Where do you live? Shall we get a taxi?

Or come to my place?

Isn't there a hotel around here?

I feel sick.

You have a fever!

Come to my place.

Relax.

I'm not a punk.

I'm a painter.

Let's go.

The light changed.

Sorry.

Hurry!

Sorry!

Hurry up!

Careful.

I'm shocked.

You back, Kengo?

Time to work.

I know.

Lie down for a while.

I'll make you some coffee.

That was my boss.

If in danger, yell. You'll be all right.

I'll make you coffee.

He has a family.

A wife and a daughter.

The daughter's a beast.

She doesn't look human.

Cold medicine...

Where's the medicine?

Allergy-proof.

You allergic? No?

I am.

I can't eat sardines or mackerel.

I get a rash.

Know my nickname?

No.

"Rash."

You finally laughed.

You're funny.

No, I'm a gloomy type.

I only tried to relax you.

Get to work!

I'll work all night.

We change movie signs when the show's over.

So...

Relax and stay the night.

The bed may stink, though.

The john is to the left of the stairs.

Coffee here.

Sake.

You can eat anything in the fridge.

Nothing special in it, though.

This for now.

I'm going.

How many times must I tell you?

You can't show nipples!

Not enough yet?

It's almost art.

Signs aren't art.

The law forbids things like this, see?

I'll paint a bra on her.

Hide the nipples. I told you!

What a pity!

Sorry, kid, I'll paint a bra on you.

Your favorite color?

White, I guess.

Good night.

Welcome home.

You up? How do you feel?

My fever is gone.

I shouldn't use cheap paints.

I should use better ones.

Why must I be stingy about this?

It's like a sign.

I've degraded.

I'm in reverse!

Don't yell so loud.

I'll sleep here, too.

Two in this small bed?

We'll manage.

Don't do that!

Don't think I'm a slut!

A Kyushu accent!

You're from Kyushu?

Where in Kyushu?

Chikuho.

I'm from Kagoshima.

Don't worry. I won't do anything.

So, you're from Chikuho?

Have you been to Kagoshima?

When the volcano erupts,

ash falls all over the town.

The people use umbrellas.

They say, "It's bad! Ash is falling!" What a town!

Kyushu?

I haven't been home for so long.

I bought bread for you… Make an omelet and eat…

I won 't be back before evening…

I told the boss you 're my cousin… Kengo…

Excuse me.

Mail for him.

Thank you.

So you're his cousin?

You're lovely.

My name's Kanamori.

Thanks for helping him.

Not at all.

I rate Kengo's talent high.

Unfortunately, his trouble is lack of patience.

It often happens to guys with talent.

More patience or ambition.

With that, he'd be a real artist.

Don't you agree?

He can't get along with his father? They don't talk?

Apparently.

It's bad. He's too stubborn.

But maybe that's his merit.

See you later.

What's today's lunch?

Box lunch.

Again?

My old lady has no desire to improve.

She despises me.

Thanks for everything… Miho…

Where's Tanzania?

Below Kenya...

Kenya?

You don't know?

Going home, Mitsuo?

Who's she?

A relative.

What a child!

He ignored me.

I wonder why.

When he passed me, he looked the other way.

It's his age.

He's getting mean.

Until recently,

he'd run to me.

He'd cry, "Aunty!" and hug me.

Everybody grows up that way.

Except one, that is.

Disgusting, isn't it?

That big idiot will be here forever.

Don't talk like that.

He's only telling the truth.

Mom, Uncle's back.

Really?

Welcome home.

Something wrong?

Huh? I'm back, everybody.

You all right?

Me? I'm fine.

You look tired.

Was it a long trip?

I looked for a bluebird.

I'll fix you some tea.

Got a fever?

Are you hungry?

Have some beer.

I don't know how to give him pep.

I forgot. A woman phoned you twice.

She phoned again?

Tell me sooner!

What was her name?

I don't know.

I asked, but she didn't tell me.

You should've asked her more politely.

The woman was...

Phoning a place she'd never been to.

"Your name, please. I'll tell Tora you called."

Why couldn't you say that?

You must have said something bad.

"That jerk isn't here.

"Don't call anymore!" Bang!

I'd never say that!

You'd say anything!

The way you talk!

Knock it off!

You talk like a skunk!

Get out!

Wait, Uncle.

So, it's the end.

All right, I'll hit the road.

Brother, wait!

Welcome. A customer.

You...

Tora...

You came?

Glad to see you.

Uncle, Aunty and I were talking about you.

Come in.

Sakura and Mitsuo.

Uncle and Aunty.

They're nice. They never speak ill of people.

Hi. My name is Miho.

So you phoned?

Sorry to bother you.

Good of you to come.

From Kyushu.

When did you arrive?

A week ago. I looked for a good job - no luck.

Show her to the back room.

She's tired. Let her rest in my room upstairs.

Do you mind her staying there?

No.

Show her upstairs.

May I?

Change your clothes and relax.

I'll send up some tea later.

Bring her a pillow.

You help, too.

I'm glad. You too, Uncle?

Welcome. May I help you?

Will you put it in this?

Tora, supper's ready!

You well, President?

Long time no see.

Welcome home.

That girl will stay here.

I heard about her.

She had a rough time.

She transferred 50 times as a student.

She has no relatives here.

Be nice to her, you guys.

I'm glad Miho helped me.

Good.

Thanks.

Mitsuo, come and eat.

I'm starving.

Do you always eat with so many people?

Makes you nervous?

I prefer eating, listening to music...

In a quiet restaurant.

He's never been to a restaurant.

What about her job?

Lots of "Help Wanted" ads.

But she'd better work near here until she gets...

Used to Tokyo.

Yeah! That's what I think, too.

Any good job around here?

President, what about your shop?

A new machine. I'm overstaffed now.

Meaning...?

Too many men.

That's no good.

Uncle, what about here?

We have one too many, too.

Who?

A bum who never works.

What a shame, loafing...

Me?

Tora was born to loaf, right?

Octopus, eat your own leg!

Stop it! Miho's here.

The President started it.

I'm sorry for this.

It happens often.

Here you are.

What a life!

Thanks.

I ordered some food for the youngsters.

Hi, Tora!

You deliver by yourself?

Short on hands?

Hard to get help. Any young girls around?

She wants a job.

Really? I wish I had one like her.

What kind of job do you want?

In a decent place like...

A jewelry or dress shop?

I don't like those places.

How about a tearoom, then?

His shop will do.

It's hard work at a noodle shop.

Yes, I once worked at one.

Good.

He's a nice guy.

How about it?

That's it. So what'll you do?

Are you serious?

Will you really come?

It's like a dream!

Done!

I'll tell my wife.

My personal history?

Forget it.

Tora brings good news, too.

Let's eat.

Let's drink to our excess personnel.

To Miho's new job.

Right!

I'm glad.

Everyone, thank you.

I meant to go back to Kyusyu right after...

I saw Tora's home.

But this happened.

It's like a dream.

I can't believe it.

Tora, I'm glad I came.

You are?

She's good.

In Kyushu we use pork bones.

So I'm not sure you'll like this.

Try it.

Good! We'll sell Kyushu noodles.

A specialty.

Welcome!

This your shop?

Of course!

Tora introduced her to us.

Big news! Go!

Tora's sweetheart at the noodle shop!

Tora's sweetheart at the noodle shop!

Sweetheart?

Did you hear? Tora's sweetheart.

Did you hear? Tora's sweetheart...

Sorry!

I'm sorry, all sold out.

Him.

We're ready.

What's this?

An important talk.

Miho?

Working.

Begin.

You all here?

Let me see...

There's something I hope you won't get it wrong.

It's about Miho, that's all.

With Miho, I have a clean conscience.

Are you saying you haven't fallen for her?

You could say that.

I took the whole day thinking about her future.

She's got a job now.

So what's next?

A groom?

Bingo!

You sure?

I want her to find the best guy around.

That's my conclusion.

I'm glad to hear it. Well said!

Let's find her one. Any ideas?

How about Toshio?

He's going home.

Forget the creeps in this neighborhood.

It's her future. Give it more thought.

What about Kirindo's son?

That bum? He loafs all the time.

Someone with a good job.

A carpenter?

Not bad. But she likes eateries.

Sushi cook?

Good idea.

I agree.

They can open a shop.

A small one, mind you.

But the grub is real good. The madam's pretty.

It'll be a hit.

Why not?

I'll drop in on my way home.

"Welcome back, Tora. Come in."

I take an end stool.

I get hot sake.

Then, my favorite sushi.

Sea urchins, shrimp...

Great atmosphere. I drink too much.

"Don't drink anymore. Sakura will scold me."

"The check, then."

"How can I take money from you?"

She all but hugs me as I leave.

The sky's glittering with stars.

"Are you happy?"

"Yes, thank you, but...

"He's so serious he can't understand jokes."

Then I tell her tenderly:

"No man is totally perfect.

"Understand?" "Yes."

In a few months, a cute baby is born.

I'll give him a good name.

What name?

Taro, Jiro, anything.

Taro?

A common name like that.

What if a girl?

Never mind. I'll think about it later.

Let's call it a day. Good night.

Since the father's name is Torajiro...

Hey, it's not my kid.

I'm ashamed of myself.

He's in love with her.

You applauded. Idiot!

So did you.

I'm back.

Tired?

Thanks for this.

Hungry?

Why not take a bath?

Go ahead.

Where's Tora?

In bed already.

What's wrong?

What?

"It's nice to be welcomed by everyone."

"Hello, baby, I'm your mamma..."

Boss, I have a hunch I'll be accepted this time.

What do you think?

The point is whether or not the jurors...

Can appreciate your art.

Maybe they don't.

Good luck!

Toyo Exhibition - Public Invited

Eating lunch?

I'm through.

Thanks for the girl.

She's a great help. She brings in business.

Yeah? Good.

Want to eat?

Well... noodles with pork.

Noodles with pork.

I get paid for ten days today.

Let me buy you something.

It's hardly necessary.

Please.

But you don't wear ties.

Shoes, either. Even sweaters, I guess.

Tell me what you want.

Well, if you insist...

A bluebird.

You never stop joking!

Three fried rice for the temple.

Hey, you even make her deliver for you?

It's dangerous.

Don't worry. Thank you.

Thanks for everything.

We'll miss you.

Shall we go?

Good luck!

Take care.

See you again in Tokyo.

He's finally gone.

Why not see him off?

It's hard on her.

Why?

Toshio was in love with her.

Don't say that!

Sorry.

She already had a boyfriend.

Hey, wait, Yukari. I'm sorry.

Was there such a romance?

Look!

Has he ever delivered for us?

I have a headache.

Tora got it from Uncle and Aunty. He apologized.

Saying what?

"I'll concentrate on finding a man for Miho."

Finding a man? How?

I asked him that.

He said he'd look in every sushi shop in Tokyo.

I envy him. He can love so desperately.

What should I do desperately?

Study desperately!

It's too soon to love.

Always forcing me to study.

Tora affects him in bad ways.

He's tried at six or seven exhibitions.

He failed again.

It depresses him and he won't work.

There's a small park along the river.

He's sulking there.

He's such a selfish kid.

Thanks for telling me. That way?

It's his favorite spot.

I'll go and see.

Drop in later. We'll eat eel.

She's his cousin?

Dumb kid, thinks he can fool me!

Sweets from Shibamata?

About the other day...

I came to thank you.

So it's you?

How have you been?

I've a friend in Shibamata.

He's kind to me.

I got a job, too.

I heard you failed at the exhibition.

Your boss said to cheer up.

Try hard again next year.

I'm fed up with painting!

Why?

Scum. I'm nothing but scum.

I have no talent.

Scum?

He called me scum, too.

"Fool, you don't know what it is suffer!"

My dad said so.

What does he do?

He's dead.

He was an itinerant actor.

Did you act on the stage, too?

Since I was so small.

"My father's name is Jurobei Awa."

I sang too.

"The petals of apple blossoms scattering in the wind..."

I did acrobatics too.

When business was slow, I had to...

Do something like striptease.

I was so ashamed.

Stop. Don't do that.

"Hey, mister!

"Don't touch the dancer!" You did that?

Ward Office

Try.

Does it work?

Let us hear your voice…

Where's the marriage counselor?

To the left. The Consultation Room.

Marriage Certificate

May I have one?

How much?

No charge.

No? Then I'll take a few.

Then we can all marry.

Marriage Counselor

Come in.

Not me. It's not me.

It's a girl, a friend of mine.

I want her to find a good groom.

He said you'd find a nice guy. Is it true?

Sit down.

"Find" isn't the right expression.

For those who seek a happy marriage,

we introduce good potential spouses...

For their proper evaluation...

I don't get the meaning of big words.

Just put it in plain words.

In plain words?

We find spouses for them.

I said that a while ago.

I put it in simple words.

What's next?

Well, first of all, complete these forms.

Then I'll hear your request.

You mean about types?

I like a cute type.

He's goofy. Don't mind him.

Our request includes:

A woman who rarely talks but works hard.

Or one who's a little gabby, but merry.

If anything, a quiet one is better.

I talk a lot.

So...

If she gabs a lot, too,

the joint would be so noisy it'd pester...

The whole town.

A woman, say, 35 or 36 - up to 40.

I don't care about her looks.

Not much. But I like a round face.

When she smiles, I see her...

- Pretty teeth. - You know?

Shucks!

Was I dreaming out loud?

Don't get me wrong.

It's not for me.

Somebody else.

It's a girl I happen to know.

Bananas.

No kidding. I can't take them.

Don't be so square. Take them.

I can't.

Leave!

The bum's rush?

For us good citizens?

Think you can treat us like this?

Someone come! Someone!

No violence!

I'm a genius.

I'm a genius?

What's it supposed to be, a robot?

No. It's a mental representation.

An image of my mind.

Is that it? I think I can tell.

It shows my vulgarity.

I don't think so.

It shows your mind - beautiful and lonely.

Don't flatter me.

It was rejected.

You get mad when I praise you? Some artist!

You belittle me?

When I was in high school,

they praised me as a genius, so I came to Tokyo.

I was afraid of nothing then.

My art teacher said I was better than him.

My paintings always won prizes.

Girls wanted to pose for me.

I miss those good days!

You came to Tokyo for your art?

I wanted to try for the Art Academy,

but Dad got mad and threw me out.

Dammit! Who cares?

So I left home to take the exam.

Then came the shock.

I had to take a sketching test.

A big difference between the others and me!

You failed?

Naturally!

I couldn't go home, so I got a job.

I thought I'd study while working.

That's what I planned.

But I was sure wrong.

I painted sign after sign.

My canvases began to look like signs.

Don't laugh.

Sorry, but it's funny.

I said, don't laugh.

This evening...

Why not stay here?

But...

Will you?

You're single.

You stayed once.

That was different.

Please! Don't leave me alone.

I must go.

Don't!

You're an artist.

So what, woman?

Don't talk like a punk.

I am a punk.

The way you talk!

Leave! Go back to Shibamata!

You got a guy there!

I never forgot you since I left.

And now this. I wish I hadn't come.

Too bad! Now you know what I am.

Goodbye.

Congratulations!

Happy Birthday, High Priest.

Thank you, Toraya people.

We wish to have a long life,

just like you.

Sorry about my brother.

Not at all. Worry helps people to live long.

Then we'll get very old.

What's Mr. Worry doing?

He said to go to the temple. He's tending shop.

Tora's tending shop? That's another worry.

Thanks, Brother.

What's wrong?

I sold five boxes of sweets. I'm tired.

I'm not cut out for this work.

I'll fix your lunch.

I asked Miho to deliver some.

Your lunch too.

You're smart?

I sure am.

Have some crackers.

Hello?

Some sweets.

Beer too.

Here you are.

Looking for someone?

A girl?

Sort of.

Disappointed in love?

How did you know?

You took beer and sweets together.

Right.

Talk. I'll listen.

Talking won't help.

I want to apologize to her, that's all.

Or I'll regret it for the rest of my life.

That's all there is.

Come on. Drink.

If I happen to meet her, I'll tell her.

Your exact feelings.

Does she live here?

What does she do?

She works at a noodle shop.

She moved from Kyushu to Tokyo last month.

Her name?

I don't know her last name. Only Miho.

Here it is.

Miho, he says he wants you.

What a coincidence!

We were talking about you.

She the one you're looking for?

Sorry about the other day.

I'll put this in the kitchen.

She ignored me!

Why not talk in the back room, you two?

No, thanks. I'm through.

But... what do you think, Brother?

What brings you?

Don't talk like that.

I came to apologize. You snubbed me!

That's the way my life turned out.

Was I wrong?

I told you, didn't I?

You hate me, right?

You don't understand women!

So we're finished?

I understand.

I won't come again!

I'll be a first-rate painter and scorn you.

Don't regret it later.

Goodbye.

I'm sorry.

It's nothing to be sorry for.

You should've said you had a guy.

It's nothing like that.

When I first got here and didn't know what to do...

We'll talk later. Go after him.

But...

You love him, and he loves you.

I can tell.

He's right.

What if you can't see him anymore?

Here's his change. Give it to him.

Hurry!

Your change.

Supper's ready.

What?

About the two...

Will you take care of them in my place?

And tell them to take this to the ward office.

Marriage certificate? When did you...?

They need two witnesses.

Me. And you be the other one.

That's best.

All right.

Miho will be happy.

Witnessed by Torajiro Kuruma

Tora, supper's ready.

Then, we'll eat.

What's keeping you?

Coming.

Sakura?

She's coming, too.

Over there?

Matsudo?

Ichikawa's that way.

The teacher lives there.

Happy New Year, Mitsuo!

Who's she?

A neighbor. She's weird.

She heard! Scram!

What's that?

I'll get you!

I'll give you no rest!

An engagement ring? How nice!

It's cheap.

Still, he boasts about it.

You're at the best time.

But I worry sometimes.

About marriage?

No. He said he'll quit art and become...

A professional sign painter. I feel sorry.

Being an artist was his dream.

Don't worry.

He won't give up so easily.

- He doesn't mean it? - No.

Where's Kengo?

Upstairs.

He's so restless.

Rash!

His nickname?

Rash!

Don't say that.

Why Rash?

Why?

"Happy New Year!

"I hope Kengo and Miho are enjoying...

"A peaceful and great New Year.

"I wish you every happiness.

"As for me, I'm still looking for a bluebird.

"January 1. Torajiro Kuruma."

How cute!

Buy one. It'll bring you happiness.

It's just another toy.

You blew it?

You'll be happy soon.

You blew it just now, too.

So, I'm happy.

How?

A cute girl like you came.

So I'm happy.

Unique!

He's unique!

You're unique.

What a line!

This whistle brings happiness.

Really?

Who can beat this price?

Desperate like over-ripe eggplants.

My false teeth won't help...

The End