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In a month...

I will be dead.

On the day I was born, in a place where it is

neither yesterday nor today,

...I will hold my breath and die.

Let's proceed. Now where were we...

Please find my daughter...?

Hey, are you all right?

Huh? -Your finger?!

U-in, the Head Officer wants to see you!

How's your father?

I hear he's raising ducks as well? Yes sir.

Amazing. I can't believe how active he is!

About... this report...

How many times has it been now?

You did a fine job at previous town offices.

Are you having any problems?

It's my finger.

Your finger?

It's nothing really but...

... It...

Huh? What happened?

It's just...

numb.

You should go to the hospital.

How long has it been like that?

Well, I'm not sure...

Attention everyone...!

Attention, attention, I say!

On your rounds, don't just stuff fliers

in the mailboxes because it's hot.

Take time out to meet with the people,

Try to give'em a friendly civil servant image.

These are special orders of the Head Officer.

For those who are heading out, take care...

You surprised me

Damn!

I'm from the town office. -Yes?

Yes. I have the Quarterly Tax Form.

The collection day for recyclables changed

Please put them out on

Tuesday and Friday mornings.

Quiet, Bridgette! Okay, what else?

Yes, and...

The city landfill won't take

food garbage with liquids anymore.

From 2005, no food garbage

will be taken by the landfill.

She told you to be quiet, Bridgette!

What's the matter, Bridgette?

Didn't mommy tell you to be quiet?

Mister, I'm leaving the money here.

Hello, tax form, ma'am.

Temperature for today, highs at 33 degree Celsius,

current temperature at 27 degree Celsius.

You are listening to 'Good Morning, Seoul'.

This report was filed by U-in and

it needs to be redone. Let's see...

Sir, I'll do it.

Will you? Then skip your rounds

and rewrite this report promptly.

That leaves your rounds...

U-in?

Yes?

Run Jong-wan's rounds, as well.

Yes, sir.

We need to help one another, right?

Whew, it's gonna be over 30 degree Celsius today...

This summer's gonna kill us.

Just follow all details from top to bottom.

This will definitely be on the test.

Memorize it well.

Here, this one's a bonus.

If London is zero longitude,

what do you call the line its 180 degree opposite?

You think you can get into college this way?

It's called the International Date Line.

The new day starts here.

The dateline...

I'll have to die, when I cross that line.

Then people will wonder whether

I died yesterday or today?

Why can't I get a refund?

After one third of the semester,

we don't give out refunds.

You should've told us earlier.

You can't just say this now.

Plus, this month lasts till the 31st,

...so it's not past the deadline yet.

According to our rules, it is impossible.

What kind of calculation is that?

According to our rules, we

cannot tell you how we calculate.

This is ridiculous!

To die, I needed money.

That's why I started to work.

OUT OF ORDER, UNDER REPAIR

''Military Mail''

This is the home of SHIM Su-ne, right?

Your garbage is in violation.

No, it's not.

You didn't throw this out?

I said, no!

Su-ne, call for you!

This letter is addressed to you...

Su-ne, it's your new boyfriend!

COMMUNITY CENTER - BAKING CLASS

The ingredients are... 700 grams

of extra-strength flour, sugar...

Let me show you how it looks when finished.

Please refer to this shape.

Let me give you a few tips.

When beating egg-whites, beat in...

one direction to make it foam quickly.

Also, mix equal amounts of

baking powder and baking soda

More baking powder...

With this in mind, shall we start?

Yeah?

It's mom.

What a surprise, you picked up.

Have you checked the water tank on the roof?

It's old, call someone in to fix it

as soon as possible, okay?

Hello?

Has your sister called... where is she?

She's breaking my heart...

And you know, your dad's driving me crazy.

Hey! Shouldn't you get off?

Mister! I'm getting off!

Bye!

Hello.

Yeah?

It's really hot, huh?

Um... haven't we met before?

- Not just yesterday, but... - Give it a rest.

You look tired.

Aren't you late?

Hey! Does my hair really look okay?

It's fantastic, I say.

Please take a good one!

Okay, stay still.

Mister, did you study photography?

No. I passed the Civil Service Exam.

Please use the better picture for both of us.

Sure.

Is the Head Officer in?

He must be inspecting the neighborhood.

Grrr... those look so yummy... and moist.

Is your dream to open a bakery?

No. My dream is to get old fast.

I wish I were old, ugly,

and in my 40s or 50s.

Oh, those look delicious.

So you're Mia?

Do you enjoy your work?

See anyone do this kinda work for fun?

She must've hired me cause I'm cheap.

She doesn't even pay me right.

What if I have twins, too?

It definitely looks like twins.

By the way, a man in unit 3-4

has been complaining about stray cats.

He's always calling, demanding us

to take catch those beasts.

Are we supposed to catch stray cats as well?

Who the hell's in charge of Units 3, 4?!

Smudged bills have been delivered there!

Residents say they can't even read it.

How the hell were they handled?

I want that person in my office, now!

Shit, can't get anything without a credit card

U-in, aren't you running your rounds today?

I have to file a statement on promoting

the usage of the recycling center.

A list of supporters for the Green Project.

then, update delinquent payments.

There are tons of other things

I have to take care of...

Take my picture, please.

I lost my citizen I. D.

Do I sit here?

We only issue I. D. s to local residents.

My address is listed here.

Oh, so you live here?

Not really.

Then where do you live?

Why are you so nosy?

Can't you just do it!

Of course...

Sit up straight, please.

This okay? -Yes.

Want to take a look?

So soon?

The I. D. will take a few more days.

So this is how it works.

Oh, yes. Wipe with this.

Hey, it's raining.

I didn't bring my umbrella.

Mister, did you bring one?

Don't call me mister. Your honey got one.

You people never seen rain before?

Do you have to stick your nose into

every single thing that happens... ?

Born in '81, August 5th...

I'll see you tomorrow, U-in.

Aren't you going?

See you tomorrow! See you.

Didn't you bring your umbrella? -What?

COMMUNITY CENTER

U-in...

It's the weekend. Don't you have a date?

If there's nothing special

would you like to join us for dinner?

A few people from the office are coming over.

I have something tonight...

Have a good weekend.

Thanks.

''Failed connection''

Damn, why isn't it connecting... ?

Daddy...

Look!

What's the occasion? You should have called

I have. You never picked up, so I just came.

My sweet little niece is here.

It's all my fault.

You called everywhere she may be?

Of course.

Hello?

Detective KOO, we're one step behind.

Doorman said the prick's here with a woman.

I think it was your wife. What now?

Okay. Good work, Detective SHIN.

Don't be so disappointed. I'll do my best.

Thanks.

You ever gonna get married?

A great job with roof over your head...

Your mother said she'd rest better

once you're married...

Isn't this house a bit big for one person?

I might be moving to Seoul soon...

If only I had a decent house,

this wouldn't have happened with your sis...

Daddy, I need to pee. Daddy...

''You've got mail''

I'm not expecting anything...

''Do you want to meet your dream girl?''

''Our site can make your dream come true''

''Click and find your own dream girl''

''Select your type-age''

''Body type'' ''Slim''

''Asian, Black eye color''

''Red Hair Color, Leo''

''Asako''

''Asako in Ruby Shoes''

''Members Only''

I wanna go to the Southern All Stars concert.

I'm sure it's sold out.

I'm going anyway.

Your food's getting cold, mom.

All right. Where are we going this year?

You decide.

My body may be older

but my heart is younger than ever!

But, ailing joints are always the problem.

Protect your joints and re-energize

with ENERGY SEEP!!

New in your nearest store!

I guess our price is too low...

What?

Your mother's house.

I think we can do better.

Her house... she just passed.

What did you say?

To put it on the market, it's just too early...

You didn't mind when I first told you...

Now you're making me look bad.

I thought... It's just

Just watch. I'll take care of it.

Aya,

... how's the college prep-institute?

Don't forget to take them after dinner.

Thanks for dinner, mom.

Finished?

I'm full.

Your pills!

Hurry!

Another charity bazaar?

No, today's volunteer work for

abandoned elders.

It's been years since mom visited granny's.

Do you have your pills?

Oh, I forgot!

Don't read comics during class.

Aya! Wait.

Study hard.

I'll see you later.

Aya, don't you have to go

with your father to take the subway?

See you later. -Have a good day.

I have to stop by Junko's to borrow a book.

Foucault!

Foucault!

Hi there!

Cute, isn't he, isn't he?

His name's Takashi and

he goes to Keio University.

He comes from a good family, too.

He's got a great body.

Not exactly my type,

but definitely someone to go for.

Aya, want to meet him?

What kind of sound is that?

It's fun. Kinda cool, isn't it?

Want me to do it again,

How's the prep-institute?

I have no other choice, you know.

By the way, what's up?

There is a high reunion next week.

You're going, right?

I don't want to go alone.

Let's go together, please?

Well...

Oh, Takashi...

You're here again.

You like the shoes that much?

Yeah.

Looks expensive.

How's work?

So, so.

We didn't have a welcome party yet.

I'll take you to a hot place tonight.

Oh! It's a TV camera.

What they're doing?

Let's go, let's go!

Cheers!

Do you drink? -A little.

You're here. -Hi.

Long time no see. How's it going?

Good.

They work here.

Hi, Rie. -Hi.

Who's this girl?

My lover.

Welcome, cute lady.

Hello.

Hey, why aren't you handing out fliers?

He just can't help it...

He's Nemajade, an ad boy here.

At first, I thought he was Egyptian

so I got him into bed.

But I found out later he's Iranian or Iraqi,

...he's nice though.

Who's this girl?

My friend. -I see.

Miki.

Who's this girl?

Good evening.

Did you bring her for me?

No, we work together.

We're celebrating her new job today.

I told you I need more girls here.

Sorry, I'm still looking...

Want to come back instead, Rie?

Hey! What happened to practice?

Do they pay a lot here?

Yeah, well... kind of...

What's your dream, Nemajade?

Probably buy a house, a car,

open a store, something like that?

Yeah. When I've got the money, I'll go back home.

And marry a pretty woman like Rie,

have a son, have a daughter...

You have good taste in women.

But no kids for me.

I have my hands full just with myself.

I'll be going now.

Huh? Why, why?

The show's about to start...

Unexpected profit... can be lost.

Should be careful.

A man from the West is

the prince of my fate?

West?

Is it Osaka?

Kyoto?

What am I talking about?

I'm going to die anyway.

Yu!

Yu!

Yusuke!

What? Can't you knock!

Want something to eat?

I'm fine.

Just get out!

Wanna play Russian Roulette?

What a dumb ass.

I'll just play by myself.

What am I supposed to do

if you don't like anyone?

They seemed interested.

At least you could've been polite.

It wasn't easy planning this.

I'm so frustrated.

You're no saint,

what's the matter with you?

Aren't you closing the door?

Have a good day.

See you later.

Bye.

No. This is my granny's, my granny's house.

Granny was a famous geisha

when she was young.

She would talk about grandfather,

...but no one has actually seen him.

From what I've heard,

...there's no place he's not been to.

He was so strong-willed that

...he died by holding his breath.

I wonder if that's possible.

It's hard to believe though...

So what?

Time just passes like this.

If I hold my breath and die,

it's okay.

What a cool thing it is

to choose your own death.

Aya...

Yes?

Aya...

Mom!

What in the world are you doing here?

How come you're not studying?

I'm going now!

Come this way, please.

It's a bit old but the inside is clean.

My mother-in-law was such a neat person.

I wonder if the price is too low.

Come this way.

I'm... going to buy them, I am.

I'm a little short right now.

Can't you sell me one first?

They are 30,000 yen a pair,

...but all I have is 17,000.

I'll buy one for 15,000 yen

and leave 2,000 as deposit.

As soon as I get the money,

I'll come back for the other one.

What am I doing?

I've spent everything I had.

''5,000 yen a shot!''

''You can become a model. ''

What are you doing here?

Boy must leave!

Aren't you going home?

I just need to finish up first.

Be sure to lock up.

After that, I was fired.

A few days after the welcoming party,

I had a farewell party.

Bottoms up, bottoms up!

Days like this, you should get drunk.

I'm gonna piss in my pants!

Ohh, I feel better now.

You were saying... ?

What?

That you were going to die while passing

the Dateline, by holding your breath.

Can you really die doing that?

Not yet...

I can faint though.

Really?

Should I try it, too?

Whew... I'm out of breath.

I can't stand for my body to suffer.

But why do you want to die?

You never... just wanted to die?

Hey, come over here, come over here!

Nice, isn't it, isn't it?

I've been buying up to wear

when I become an Office Lady.

Try it on, try it on.

Wouldn't it be cool to be called into

the bosses office wearing these smart heels?

My mom and dad got divorced.

You know why?

Your dad probably fooled around.

Because my mom kept asking to swap.

Swap? Aya, do you even know what that means?

Yeah. Couples swapping their partners for sex.

So my brother and I have been

living with my granny ever since.

So that's where you're coming from.

How sad. You want to stay with me?

Really?

Rie, someone's calling for you.

Stay here, stay here.

Rie...

Rie...

Where is Rie's home?

Over here!

Over here!

You leaving?

Thank you for today.

Sorry to see you go.

Keep in touch.

Yes,

...yes.

Where do I need to go?

Yes.

Yes, got it.

Aya...

You've come down.

Are you hungry? Shall I fix you a sandwich?

No. I'm just thirsty. Good night.

Good night.

Good night.

Thank you for everything.

Of course, the internet business is important.

Right? Especially for business ventures like ours.

Excuse me.

You know the internet, right?

What we shoot here becomes

international through the internet.

You don't have to worry

about being recognized.

And don't be ashamed.

You'll become a spiritual healer.

Think of it as healing the wounds of men

across the world tormented by loneliness.

I don't care about that.

What do I need to do?

First, let's take some promotional stills.

Then, in that blue room,

just follow our script.

Everything we shoot here is sent to Alaska.

The web designer will

create a new cyber room.

When do I get paid?

You need some quick cash?

We can pay you by the day.

How about it, want the job?

Where is your bathroom?

She's too boring, definitely not a babe.

It could be better.

Brings some reality.

I'll do it.

Great. When can you come?

I can work mornings, it doesn't matter.

Then come as early as you can.

We need a name for you.

In this circle, we don't use our real names.

What would be good?

You said you could come mornings.

'Asa' means 'morning, '

what about 'Asako?'

Shall we start with something soft?

What's a good background?

You choose one

Try to be more natural. -Okay.

You are now the essence of purity.

You'll guide them to the

serene and pure Alaska.

Those who see you

will be cured of their loneliness.

They will be purified, like the clean, white snow.

Fucking great...

What are those shoes?

Wear the shoes we gave you.

Can't I just wear these?

Uh, just do as we say.

No, just wear those.

We'll just promote

'Asako in Ruby Shoes.'

Kinda unique, huh?

Asako in Ruby Shoes...

Hee-young, wake your uncle.

Okay.

Wake up!

U-in! Give me your dirty underwear.

Uh, what?

I'll do mine...

Give me what you're wearing, too.

It's okay.

Watch Hee-young for me, okay?

I'm the big bad wolf!

I'm here to get you!

This is fun. Wow, look at that.

Huh? What's that?

Bruise

''Asako in Ruby Shoes''

''Members Only''

Whatcha looking at?

What's that? Are those your dolls?

Uh... th, they are uncle's dolls.

But why're they in there?

Uh, they...

...show up to comfort uncle

whenever he's lonely.

What is lonely?

You don't eat right when you're alone, huh?

Let's find out what the young

Japanese are like these days.

RIE:

Where do I want to go?

Egypt.

I've always dreamed of going to Egypt.

It just seems mysterious there.

The guys are gorgeous. Especially their eyes.

By the way, is this Korean TV?

I heard the beauty spa trip is very popular.

On a boat, with the person I love,

crossing the Date Line on Dec 31st.

The 21st century really begins in 2001.

Come on, gimme a break!

The Hyena isn't from the dog family,

but acts like one...

Daddy, do you also play with dolls

when you're lonely?

Look at your messy hair.

Mommy will brush it nice for you.

U-in! Will you scrub my back?

Damn, the phone's been unplugged...

Are you going somewhere?

''Members Only''

FOR THE INTERNET ONLY

''Someone's seen your sister in Suwon

so we're going there to check.''

''I've borrowed some of your clothes.''

It'll take at least a week at most.

Can't you do it any faster?

If you come pick it up,

maybe 5? It'll take 5 days.

It's no use then.

I need it for something important.

Is it like this everywhere else?

I'll try to get it in three, no, two days.

HOU Kook-jung, please come to the front.

Hello. -Hello.

Hotel Adria...

During the '88 Seoul Olympics,

our whole family immigrated to Alaska

Alaska?

You, too? -Yeah. Why?

Nothing...

So that's why you disappeared.

No one knew, that you immigrated.

It just happened that way.

I went to college in L.A. then started

working in Korea after graduating.

Hey, make a donation. -Huh?

I'm a member of the Committee to

Establish a New Chinatown in Korea.

There's such a thing?

Seeing anyone special?

Uh... yeah.

Really? What's she like?

Well, we're not exactly dating...

It's more like mutual interest in each other.

Have you heard the name, Asako,

by any chance?

Asako?

Not really...

Doesn't she sound familiar?

You mean, Asako, the poet's lover?

She's the heroine of your

textbook poem, Fate.

Yeah, that's right.

Why? Is your girlfriend Japanese?

No, it's not that...

You mean, you're seeing more than one girl?

No, it's not like that.

You're so cute!

Life is full of wonders.

Meetings and farewells all

seem part of our destiny.

Look at us, how we met again.

This is pathetic!

People are busy with stocks

and business ventures,

while I am sitting on my ass,

with no improvement...

You seem pretty content with your life.

You... seem to be above everything.

People like you irritate me.

You people are so two-faced.

You've tried a threesome, huh?

I hear you fuck the computer each night.

If you know of any cute babes,

hook this brother up.

Are you looking down on me now?

Sure, I took the Equivalency Exam

and night classes for my B.A.

The town office is just a hobby for you.

One is born with a silver spoon in his mouth,

working for fun.

And me?

Mom...

Our family was poor since I was young.

Block its way! Hurry!

It's headed that way!

What are you doing?

''Mia... miracle... Asako... Ruby shoes''

Close the door, will you?

I pulled a lot of strings.

Yes. Thank you very much.

''$0.99 per minute''

Welcome. Have a good day!

Welcome. Have a good day!

Sir, cash or charge?

Charge, please.

Sure. Thank you.

Uh... excuse me.

What for?

A moment, over there...

Hello?

Where are you?

Okay. See you there.

At the MOONKLE of course.

Yeah, I got it!

Where's my I.D. ?

It... it's still...

What? It's nothing.

Yeah. See you later.

MOONKLE

Move over!

What is your problem?!

What?

Yeah...

what the hell can I do?

Stop smoking!

The doctor told you not to!

Wanna die? Is that it? Is it?

Why can't you just listen?!

We're lovers,

aren't we?

Can you stand up?

Come closer...

The Lord is my shepard.

I will not be in want.

He leads me beside green pastures...

Okay... Go sit.

Slowly... close your eyes.

Now... Feel the music.

Hmm. You feel it?

Now, stand up.

Walk...

No, this way... this way...

Welcome! Welcome!

Isn't that Hiroko?

Yeah, it's Hiroko.

Hi!

So cute!

Look at those tiny hands!

Hiroko, you're amazing.

What's the baby's name?

Hiro.

I want a baby, too.

Wanna make one with me?

Tonight? Okay.

Good job!

We've been getting amazing responses.

There's even an e-mail for you.

Where's it from?

Kuwata,

print it out.

Are you interested in anything else,

besides photos?

You know, with a partner, Like a movie...

You know what I mean.

No

Dear Asako, I'm U-in from Seoul, Korea.

I'm always watching you, You're very pretty...

I like your shoes, Pls send me email.

I wish we will meet someday.

Hello.

Haven't seen you for a while.

What brings you here?

Yes, well, I'd like to work again.

What's that T-shirt?

Are you still pretending as a Keio student?

I'm coming from my part-time job.

Guess you're doing well,

pushing two jobs?

I got a decent video job. Want it?

The lead is Tomomi or Kaori.

How about it?

Sure, if you give it to me.

Good job. Give me a call.

Then, I'll see you soon.

Call me sometime.

Okay.

Takashi...

I can't believe this. So stupid!

Try some of this.

Thanks.

That pretty girl, I don't see her today.

Oh, she quit.

It's... none of my business

but was her pay backed up?

Of course not.

Is that what she said?

Hurry up.

She's been driving me crazy...

Yes. This is E, U-in...

Ah, Kook-jung.

Sunday?

Well, nothing special...

Yeah, 2 PM?

See you then.

Who's that? -You know her, right?

She's the redhead in baking class.

Who's she? Redhead no. 2.

Both are redheads.

Asako... That's a Japanese name.

Asa... What does that mean?

Morning?

What about 'ko'?

It may mean...?

'Morning Beauty'?

'Morning Beauty'

How come you have them?

Well, you see...

Give them back!

I guess redheads are your type.

Not satisfied with just one?

Hey, Asako, who's she?

Asako or Mia, that is the question.

Gimme, I say!

Easy on the vinegar.

It hurts!

Guess what I have. -What?

What is it? Show me.

Absolutely fabulous line, isn't it?

Then you, too?

This sometimes gives me strength, you know.

What are you so serious about?

Want to hear an interesting story?

Long long ago...

A woman lived by the sea.

The woman suddenly wished

for one person to lean on.

Then one day, she fell in love with a man,

who came on a boat from far away.

But before long

The man left her for the sea.

Poor thing.

And he didn't return.

The woman waited all her life for him,

living alone.

So stupid!

But there was a child between them.

That child is me.

I'm not going to live like my mom.

That's a stupid kind of love.

But once in a while,

I wish I had somebody to lean on, too.

Another surprising news!

I'm pregnant.

Interesting, isn't it, isn't it?

This is the last train.

Where are you?

Oh, here you are.

Shall we go?

Rain, rain, drop, drop...

I'm so happy mom's here with an umbrella.

Sis, you're up early.

Have you been out already?

Where's dad?

He's away on business

Money, money, my money!

The station?

I should kill myself!

It's me. Asako.

Asako in Ruby Shoes.

Oops. Look at me.

Had a lot to drink, didn't you?

You okay?

Is everybody here Chinese?

Am I the only Korean?

Probably.

It feels kinda shitty...

Why?

Feeling strange and out of place?

I probably feel the same way in Korea.

Speak in Korean!

In Korean!

Can't you speak Korean...

We have a special guest today.

Let's give him a big hand. U-in, E.

U-in!

U-in!

What should I sing?

I'll sing "Bruise".

We don't have that.

How about "She Bangs"? That too...

What new songs do you have?

New songs...

A loving couple, hand-in-hand,

walk along the road.

From a far, our paradise is

beckoning...

What's this?

Can't you hold yourself up?

So cute.

Get some rest.

''You up? I almost died

carrying you yesterday.''

''The room's paid for so don't worry.

Call me later. Next time, do better...''

''Ha, ha... Kook-jung.''

My head is fucking killing me.

Okay.

It's freezing.

Damn finger...

Sir, you asked for aspirin?

Oh, yes.

Have a good rest, sir.

Sir! Your finger...

Quick, check his blood pressure first!

Yes, doctor.

What a beautiful morning.

Only a few days left in July.

The lingering monsoon showers

seems ready to go as well.

Now only the scorching

days of August are left.

Let's begin another refreshing day.

''Mom's been here.''

''I put some duck meat and kimchi

in the fridge.''

''Take good care of yourself,

and take time out to visit me soon.''

ASAKO'S FAREWELL SHOW

WED. GT+8PM

''I am always watching you.''

''English Please''

''I want to meet you someday.''

''Where are you?''

''Welcome, this is a place for...''

''lonely and tired people''

''I want to touch you.''

''If you pay just $9.99 extra''

''I'll send you new pictures of mine everyday.''

How was your vacation?

Don't even mention it.

It was hot and irritating.

The town office is much cooler

and more comfortable.

Where should I go this time?

Where are you going?

When I have my baby,

I'll take an extended leave.

The other day, why do you think

U-in had that girl's I.D. ?

You think he has weird hobbies?

Think he's a pervert?

What are you saying?

Well, you know, there're all kinds of people

You shouldn't talk nonsense.

You don't even know...

Never mind then.

Excuse me. -Okay.

Su-ne!

Su-ne!

Relax...

and look at the camera.

Thousands are looking at you.

It's nice to be a star at least once, right?

And don't forget,

you are 'Asako in Ruby Shoes.'

Okay, go in.

And at the right time...

You know... you know what to do.

Come, have some fun.

Please.

Excuse me.

Did the Iranian working here quit?

Please.

He got caught as an illegal alien.

Please.

Rie is really amazing.

She's gonna make a great mother.

I'm so exhausted...

Here. A present for you. Thank you.

Do you want to see?

What?

Isn't it hard?

Still working at the sports center?

What can I do?

I've got to save up while I can.

I love this sound.

If I could hear it more...

Will my baby like this sound, too?

Oh, I'm dying for a smoke.

These days, even kindergarten

is difficult to enter.

You take care of it.

Who is she?

Uh, she a colleague at my company.

How do you do? This is E...

How do you...?

Hello. I'm at home right now...

Hello. This is E, U-in. Leave a message.

''With Junko on a field trip to Seoul, '98''

''With a Korean guy at Kyungbok Palace, '98''

It's not like I'm taking a trip.

You were so cool!

What are you talking about?

By the way, it's your birthday tomorrow.

What are you planning to do?

Are you going somewhere?

To die. Why?

That's a stupid thing to die over.

I'm rather proud of you.

What the hell are you talking about?

The ruby shoes were a nice touch.

Good night.

Asako?

I'm not in Seoul right now.

Leave a message.

Um, hope everyone is well.

And... mom... thank you.

Lady's and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking.

We'd like to welcome you aboard our flight.

In about one minute, you'll cross the dateline.

At this point, here today'll become yesterday.

The local time is 5:05am

I hope you enjoy the flight to Alaska, thank you.

Asako!

I feel like I've met him before, somewhere.

Where could it have been...

She said her name is Aya.

Aya...

That is how our story...

began...

Asako In Ruby Shoes