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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:03,070 --> 00:00:09,954 THE MINAMOTO CLAN, AFTER HAVING BEEN PERSECUTED FOR Tl-THREE GENERATIONS... 2 00:00:09,977 --> 00:00:17,191 DURING THE I-HOJO REGENCY, ESTABLISHED A POWERFUL MILITARY GOVERNMENT IN KAMAKURA 3 00:00:18,118 --> 00:00:21,099 MOUNT KIYOSUMI, AWA PROVINCE 4 00:00:21,588 --> 00:00:24,569 KIYOSUMI-DERA TEMPLE 5 00:00:31,298 --> 00:00:34,108 Rencho is conducting an ascetic practice in the Sammai-do pavilion. 6 00:00:35,002 --> 00:00:36,572 Why is he doing that? 7 00:00:37,804 --> 00:00:42,184 He has just returned from Mount Hiei, where he was practicing asceticism. 8 00:00:42,342 --> 00:00:44,822 Praying in the middle of the night'? 9 00:00:45,746 --> 00:00:48,488 If Rencho is so attached to his parents... 10 00:00:48,482 --> 00:00:50,462 why didn't he go back to Kominato? 11 00:00:51,752 --> 00:00:53,322 Should vve interrupt his prayer? 12 00:00:54,521 --> 00:00:57,832 No. He must be doing it for a reason. 13 00:00:58,091 --> 00:01:02,233 Do not approach Sammai-do until Rencho finishes his prayer. 14 00:01:04,000 --> 00:01:10,074 Everyone is intimidated by a shark. Become a Card Shark AMERICASCARDROOM.COM 15 00:01:16,743 --> 00:01:20,156 5TH DAY OF PRAYER 16 00:01:26,720 --> 00:01:30,133 7TH DAY OF PRAYER 17 00:01:33,694 --> 00:01:40,543 From now on I shall be called Nichiren, and I shall become the Foundation of Japan! 18 00:01:41,034 --> 00:01:43,514 I shall become the Essence of Japan! 19 00:01:44,271 --> 00:01:47,081 I shall become the Arc of Japan! 20 00:01:48,609 --> 00:01:54,719 Namu Myoho Range Kym! 21 00:01:58,251 --> 00:02:05,191 IT HAPPENED 700 YEARS AGO APRIL 28, KENCHO 5 (1253) 22 00:02:05,192 --> 00:02:07,604 NICHIREN WAS 32 YEARS OLD 23 00:02:08,295 --> 00:02:16,146 NICHIREN 24 00:02:16,503 --> 00:02:20,849 Produced by Masaichi Nagata 25 00:02:21,208 --> 00:02:25,486 Based on the Book by Matsutaro Kawaguchi 26 00:02:25,879 --> 00:02:30,521 Cinematography by Hiroshi Takemura Production Design by Koretaka Yoshino Yutaka Yokoyama 27 00:02:30,884 --> 00:02:35,492 Music by Yasushi Akutagavva 28 00:02:35,822 --> 00:02:38,564 Sound Effects by Toshio Tanaka Takashi Matsumoto 29 00:02:38,558 --> 00:02:40,834 Light Effects by Hiroshi ljima Film Editing by Satori lkeda 30 00:02:41,161 --> 00:02:45,507 Starring Kinnosuke Yorozuya 31 00:02:45,866 --> 00:02:52,715 Written and Directed by Noboru Nakamura 32 00:03:00,547 --> 00:03:03,289 A man from the commissioner's headquarters, Mr Kagenobu Tojo... 33 00:03:03,350 --> 00:03:07,628 vvill be present at your service on Mount Hiei. 34 00:03:07,688 --> 00:03:10,396 The main hall of the temple is full of devotees. 35 00:03:10,691 --> 00:03:13,297 I specifically mentioned this. 36 00:03:13,393 --> 00:03:16,169 I'm happy to hear that. 37 00:03:17,364 --> 00:03:19,366 Shigetada, it's you! 38 00:03:19,433 --> 00:03:21,879 I got your message. Thank you. 39 00:03:21,935 --> 00:03:24,006 Do come in. 40 00:03:26,440 --> 00:03:31,321 Father, vve haven't seen each other in ages. 41 00:03:33,080 --> 00:03:35,321 Hovv you've changed! 42 00:03:39,653 --> 00:03:41,963 It must have been 15 years or so... 43 00:03:42,022 --> 00:03:45,970 When he left us, he was 17. 44 00:03:46,026 --> 00:03:49,371 How's mother doing'? 45 00:03:49,596 --> 00:03:51,906 She wants to see you as soon as possible. 46 00:03:52,065 --> 00:03:55,740 She's in our house in Kominato. 47 00:03:55,869 --> 00:03:59,112 When you finish praying, go see her immediately 48 00:04:06,713 --> 00:04:08,886 Mr Tojo is here. 49 00:04:18,725 --> 00:04:25,939 Shigetada, I'm glad you've been able to see hovv your son has matured. 50 00:04:52,759 --> 00:04:57,765 I am very glad to see all of you here today 51 00:04:58,331 --> 00:05:00,368 And I am very grateful to you. 52 00:05:03,203 --> 00:05:09,415 This year, vve commemorate 2,200 years since the day Shakyamuni passed away 53 00:05:09,943 --> 00:05:11,945 During his life, Shakyamuni said... 54 00:05:12,445 --> 00:05:17,758 that 2 thousand years after his death vvill begin the Age of Degeneration. 55 00:05:18,185 --> 00:05:20,961 He prophesied that there vvill be strife... 56 00:05:20,987 --> 00:05:24,161 and people following the true path vvill be few. 57 00:05:24,224 --> 00:05:26,727 It was a wise prophecy 58 00:05:27,294 --> 00:05:30,298 Indeed, this is the age that has come. 59 00:05:30,363 --> 00:05:35,369 Countries are at war with one another, people have turned into thugs. 60 00:05:35,735 --> 00:05:42,175 This age of sorrow has come to every remote corner of the earth. 61 00:05:42,542 --> 00:05:45,887 This is truly the Age of Degeneration. 62 00:05:46,279 --> 00:05:52,195 If one looks at the outer side of things, one sees beautiful temples being built. 63 00:05:52,385 --> 00:05:58,461 Both the Emperor and Regent are Buddhists. 64 00:05:59,392 --> 00:06:05,343 But it is not enough to bring people peace. 65 00:06:05,632 --> 00:06:07,737 For this interpretation of Buddha's way is false. 66 00:06:08,168 --> 00:06:12,344 It casts a shadow over Shakyamuni's teaching. 67 00:06:12,405 --> 00:06:16,649 Hold on! Who did you say is distorting Buddha's teaching? 68 00:06:17,277 --> 00:06:20,224 Are you calling Nembutsu and Zen false teachings? 69 00:06:20,313 --> 00:06:21,917 Exactly 70 00:06:22,649 --> 00:06:25,152 The only true prayer granted to us by Shakyamuni... 71 00:06:26,319 --> 00:06:30,699 is Namu Myoho Renge Kyo. 72 00:06:31,491 --> 00:06:33,698 The Lotus Sutra is the heart of Buddha's teaching. 73 00:06:33,793 --> 00:06:34,794 Enough! 74 00:06:36,096 --> 00:06:40,567 You're praising your ovvn teaching and calling other sects heretic. 75 00:06:41,601 --> 00:06:43,547 I vvill knock this Rencho off the pulpit! 76 00:06:45,505 --> 00:06:49,317 Appease your rage and read the Lotus Sutra. 77 00:06:49,743 --> 00:06:52,781 If you do not accept the Lotus Sutra and Shakyamunts true teaching... 78 00:06:53,346 --> 00:06:58,694 the whole country vvill plunge into chaos, and you too, Tojo. 79 00:06:58,752 --> 00:07:00,060 Shut up! 80 00:07:02,155 --> 00:07:03,259 I vvill not keep quiet! 81 00:07:04,224 --> 00:07:08,969 If I fall silent, so vvill Buddha! 82 00:07:09,529 --> 00:07:12,032 Hovv dare you'? 83 00:07:12,165 --> 00:07:13,508 Please, forgive him! 84 00:07:13,566 --> 00:07:16,012 Your rage is understandable, since you practice Nembutsu. 85 00:07:16,069 --> 00:07:19,846 Forget what you heard here today 86 00:07:19,906 --> 00:07:23,251 If this monk stays alive, the world vvill collapse. 87 00:07:23,343 --> 00:07:25,846 It's my duty to out his head off! 88 00:07:26,513 --> 00:07:27,958 Death to Rencho! 89 00:07:29,816 --> 00:07:32,558 Wait! Stop! 90 00:07:33,620 --> 00:07:36,533 No violence in the temple! 91 00:07:36,656 --> 00:07:39,466 From now on, Rencho is banned from this monastery! 92 00:07:39,526 --> 00:07:41,870 Trust me! 93 00:07:42,629 --> 00:07:46,600 I was your teacher, and you betrayed me! 94 00:07:46,766 --> 00:07:50,612 I will punish you myself. Leave! 95 00:07:59,179 --> 00:08:01,682 Death to Rencho, the Lotus Sutra devotee! 96 00:08:01,748 --> 00:08:05,389 Lousy preacher! Come out! 97 00:08:05,452 --> 00:08:07,159 Kissho! Joken! 98 00:08:07,387 --> 00:08:11,130 Take Rencho out the back gate and protect him. 99 00:08:15,962 --> 00:08:20,308 I've been waiting for you to return for many years. 100 00:08:20,867 --> 00:08:23,370 I hoped you'd take my place. 101 00:08:24,170 --> 00:08:27,743 But you crushed my dreams. 102 00:08:34,147 --> 00:08:36,286 Forgive me. 103 00:08:36,649 --> 00:08:41,120 I see that you follow only your ovvn faith. 104 00:08:41,788 --> 00:08:43,597 You don't care about me. 105 00:08:56,970 --> 00:08:59,644 Death to Rencho! Come out! 106 00:09:01,007 --> 00:09:02,418 Now go. 107 00:09:09,983 --> 00:09:14,363 I vvill never forget your kindness! 108 00:09:14,854 --> 00:09:16,663 KOMINATO, AWA PROVINCE 109 00:09:16,656 --> 00:09:19,398 I loved the sea in my native land. 110 00:09:19,959 --> 00:09:23,668 But memories of it make me sad. 111 00:09:23,763 --> 00:09:25,936 Are you the son of the exiled one'? 112 00:09:26,066 --> 00:09:27,170 What do you vvant from me'? 113 00:09:27,233 --> 00:09:29,975 Take that! 114 00:09:34,340 --> 00:09:35,751 Zennichimaru! 115 00:09:48,621 --> 00:09:52,091 I fought for my parents. 116 00:09:52,725 --> 00:09:54,102 For me'? 117 00:09:55,095 --> 00:09:57,598 Father, you come from the family of rulers. 118 00:09:57,664 --> 00:10:01,168 You turned from a nobleman into an outcast. 119 00:10:01,267 --> 00:10:02,871 It makes me sad. 120 00:10:06,506 --> 00:10:08,952 Zennichi, have some tea. 121 00:10:13,113 --> 00:10:18,927 Zennichi, you're a son of a samurai. No one can dispute that. 122 00:10:19,285 --> 00:10:21,731 Only fight for the Truth. 123 00:10:23,690 --> 00:10:28,833 This is exactly why I'm living the life of a simple fisherman in Awa. 124 00:10:29,062 --> 00:10:33,704 It is our destiny 125 00:10:34,167 --> 00:10:37,205 Father, I'm going to become successful. 126 00:10:37,370 --> 00:10:40,977 And I'm going to free my parents from disgrace. 127 00:10:52,619 --> 00:10:54,223 Zennichimaru! 128 00:10:54,320 --> 00:10:55,560 Mother! 129 00:10:56,456 --> 00:10:58,527 I was so worried. 130 00:10:59,159 --> 00:11:01,161 I missed you so much. 131 00:11:02,862 --> 00:11:07,333 You were lucky to escape. What are you going to do now? 132 00:11:07,834 --> 00:11:12,305 Dozen told me to follow my faith. 133 00:11:12,405 --> 00:11:17,878 I'm going to Kamakura to spread the teaching of the Lotus Sutra. 134 00:11:18,111 --> 00:11:19,089 To Kamakura'? 135 00:11:20,980 --> 00:11:23,893 Kamakura samurai, like Regent himself... 136 00:11:23,950 --> 00:11:26,954 practice Zen and Nembutsu. 137 00:11:27,053 --> 00:11:29,055 What happened today is going to have repercussions. 138 00:11:29,189 --> 00:11:34,502 Father, you always taught me to fight for the Truth. 139 00:11:35,495 --> 00:11:40,103 In that case, go. 140 00:11:40,900 --> 00:11:44,507 Mother, I haven't seen you in ages... 141 00:11:44,571 --> 00:11:46,983 but I have to go now. 142 00:11:47,907 --> 00:11:53,289 If you have to sacrifice yourself to save mankind and the world... 143 00:11:55,481 --> 00:11:58,462 I have to banish grief from my heart. 144 00:12:01,154 --> 00:12:06,228 Remember the value of life and don't die in vain. 145 00:12:07,093 --> 00:12:11,564 Forgive me for the sorrow I caused you. 146 00:12:12,298 --> 00:12:18,442 Well, let's have dinner together at least. 147 00:12:25,545 --> 00:12:32,861 Father, mother- I have changed my name to Nichiren. 148 00:12:33,019 --> 00:12:34,555 Nichiren'? 149 00:12:34,654 --> 00:12:37,157 Niohi means 'sun', and Ren means 'the lotus flower'. 150 00:12:37,557 --> 00:12:44,600 'The lotus flower is as pure as the sun and the moon.' 151 00:12:44,931 --> 00:12:46,877 That's what the Lotus Sutra says. 152 00:12:47,166 --> 00:12:52,240 I see now... you were born on a sunny morning. 153 00:12:52,672 --> 00:12:56,119 February '16, I remember that clay vividly 154 00:12:57,176 --> 00:13:02,717 I remember that a lotus flower suddenly blossomed out in Kominato Bay 155 00:13:07,120 --> 00:13:12,627 Father, mother - before I set off to preach the Lotus Sutra... 156 00:13:13,092 --> 00:13:18,132 there's something I vvant to ask you for. 157 00:13:18,364 --> 00:13:19,741 What is it'? 158 00:13:20,166 --> 00:13:26,139 From now on, I'll face countless trials and tribulations. 159 00:13:26,239 --> 00:13:30,585 But if at least you... 160 00:13:30,743 --> 00:13:33,952 practiced the same faith as me... 161 00:13:34,447 --> 00:13:39,157 my heart would be filled with strength and courage. 162 00:13:41,554 --> 00:13:43,431 Please. 163 00:13:44,023 --> 00:13:48,301 Forgive my persistence. 164 00:13:49,495 --> 00:13:54,035 Nichiren, can you give me a Buddhist name? 165 00:13:56,202 --> 00:14:03,051 And give your mother one too, according to the Lotus Sutra. 166 00:14:03,743 --> 00:14:04,619 Father! 167 00:14:05,411 --> 00:14:09,382 Your mother and I vvill worship the Lotus Sutra. 168 00:14:09,549 --> 00:14:14,020 This is our farewell gift to Nichiren who is going to meet his death. 169 00:14:15,822 --> 00:14:18,029 Will you do it, Umegiku'? 170 00:14:18,591 --> 00:14:19,501 Yes. 171 00:14:20,360 --> 00:14:26,800 Father, mother - thank you. 172 00:14:27,033 --> 00:14:30,913 SHIGETADA SHALL BE NAMED MONICHI UMEGIKU SHALL BE NAMED MOREN 173 00:14:48,488 --> 00:14:53,631 t left the native land and set off to fight for my faith. 174 00:15:09,609 --> 00:15:11,384 What a beautiful mountain! 175 00:15:11,511 --> 00:15:15,288 Every time I see Mount Fuji... 176 00:15:15,548 --> 00:15:18,722 I feel like the worship of the Lotus Sutra is spreading across Japan. 177 00:15:18,718 --> 00:15:20,891 That is my dream. 178 00:15:35,168 --> 00:15:42,108 Before going to Mount Hiei, I studied in Kamakura for 4 years. 179 00:15:56,889 --> 00:16:01,338 There are only the teachings of one Buddha. 180 00:16:01,627 --> 00:16:04,767 Why has Buddhism divided into various sects? 181 00:16:04,964 --> 00:16:07,342 I felt it was wrong. 182 00:16:07,633 --> 00:16:10,546 It took me 3 years to study all the sutras. 183 00:16:11,137 --> 00:16:14,243 I hopelessly tried to understand... 184 00:16:14,607 --> 00:16:16,712 which sect was the right one. 185 00:16:16,976 --> 00:16:20,287 My youth went by like this. 186 00:16:28,120 --> 00:16:33,035 During the past 10 years, Kamakura has become a busy town. 187 00:16:34,827 --> 00:16:37,569 Get out of the way! Regent is coming! 188 00:16:37,663 --> 00:16:40,337 Out of the way! 189 00:16:41,200 --> 00:16:42,611 Clear the way! 190 00:16:43,302 --> 00:16:44,838 Step aside! 191 00:17:08,728 --> 00:17:11,766 Sir Regent, please help us poor peasants! 192 00:17:11,864 --> 00:17:13,275 Hovv dare you! 193 00:17:14,400 --> 00:17:17,574 Mercy! Please! 194 00:17:56,142 --> 00:17:58,713 Mum... Mum... 195 00:18:31,877 --> 00:18:34,483 What has the Kamakura shogunate done? 196 00:18:34,914 --> 00:18:39,260 It has built rich temp/es, surrounded itself with luxury and reinforced its power. 197 00:18:39,318 --> 00:18:41,798 Why didn't it save these people? 198 00:18:42,555 --> 00:18:47,197 I'll do it myself! The worship of the Lotus Sutra will spread to every pan' of Japan. 199 00:18:47,426 --> 00:18:53,502 With the teaching of Buddha, the poor and the destitute wit! rise. 200 00:18:53,599 --> 00:18:55,579 TSURUGAOKA HACHIMANGU SHRINE 201 00:18:59,338 --> 00:19:02,217 NAGOE 202 00:19:04,377 --> 00:19:09,349 MATSUBAGAYATSU VALLEY, KAMAKURA PROVINCE 203 00:19:14,453 --> 00:19:16,364 This monk is weird. 204 00:19:16,422 --> 00:19:19,892 Whoever he is, he's a very good monk. 205 00:19:19,959 --> 00:19:22,439 Maybe vve should chase him away? 206 00:19:23,929 --> 00:19:27,308 Welcome, good people! 207 00:19:27,366 --> 00:19:33,339 I studied on Mount Hiei and I worship the Lotus Sutra. My name is Nichiren. 208 00:19:33,673 --> 00:19:38,520 I would like to build a hut to pray here. 209 00:19:38,577 --> 00:19:40,989 If you don't mind, of course. 210 00:19:41,147 --> 00:19:46,722 We're fishermen. We live near the mountain. But why has a monk from Mount Hiei... 211 00:19:46,819 --> 00:19:49,129 come to a place like this? 212 00:19:49,221 --> 00:19:54,796 Numerous Kamakura temples belong to the shogunate and rich clans. 213 00:19:54,894 --> 00:19:57,397 But what about fishermen and peasants? 214 00:19:57,496 --> 00:20:00,909 Can they come to these temples to pray? 215 00:20:02,735 --> 00:20:07,809 Yet Shakyamuni grants his bliss equally... 216 00:20:08,107 --> 00:20:11,486 to the rich and to the poor. 217 00:20:11,644 --> 00:20:14,682 Here, lam going to tell peasants and tradesmen... 218 00:20:14,847 --> 00:20:17,623 about the true teaching of Buddha. 219 00:20:23,656 --> 00:20:27,229 Excuse me! Is this the shelter of Nichiren'? 220 00:20:27,626 --> 00:20:31,733 That is right! I am Nichiren. 221 00:20:34,934 --> 00:20:36,379 Joben? 222 00:20:39,472 --> 00:20:42,078 Rencho, it's you! 223 00:20:43,409 --> 00:20:47,152 I heard that there was a monk preaching the Lotus Sutra in Kamakura. 224 00:20:47,246 --> 00:20:49,021 So I decided to go see him. 225 00:20:49,115 --> 00:20:52,028 I'm so glad you're here. 226 00:20:52,084 --> 00:20:53,461 Please, come in. 227 00:20:53,552 --> 00:20:57,523 This humble hut is my temple. 228 00:20:58,824 --> 00:21:02,772 This quiet place reminds me of Mount Hiei. 229 00:21:02,895 --> 00:21:05,398 These mountains protect me. 230 00:21:06,565 --> 00:21:08,602 You're an incredible man. 231 00:21:09,135 --> 00:21:12,742 In this remote place, alone, you struggle towards your goal day by day 232 00:21:13,038 --> 00:21:16,212 If you have a clear goal, you're not alone. 233 00:21:17,910 --> 00:21:23,826 Yes, studying in the Mudoji valley was hard. 234 00:21:24,950 --> 00:21:31,299 IN 1242 NICHIREN STUDIED IN ENRYAKU-JI TEMPLE ON MOUNT HIEI 235 00:21:32,358 --> 00:21:34,736 But you were doing very well. 236 00:21:35,427 --> 00:21:38,408 Soon, you were noticed by Siumpan. 237 00:21:38,798 --> 00:21:43,747 The fact you were accepted in Joke-in temple in Yokokawa is a great fortune. 238 00:21:43,969 --> 00:21:47,382 Do you remember that night? 239 00:21:47,473 --> 00:21:49,248 That night? 240 00:21:49,942 --> 00:21:54,118 The light suddenly fell on the corner of the room, revealing the treasure. 241 00:21:55,080 --> 00:21:59,927 That moment, I forgot about myself and dedicated my life to serving others. 242 00:22:04,557 --> 00:22:05,831 Immediately... 243 00:22:06,025 --> 00:22:10,440 my lifelong doubts were dispelled, and enlightenment came. 244 00:22:10,763 --> 00:22:14,233 The spirit of the Lotus Sutra and that of Dengyo Daishi, the founder of Tendai... 245 00:22:14,433 --> 00:22:17,243 are equally connected to the spirit of Shakyamuni. 246 00:22:17,303 --> 00:22:20,807 The essence of the Buddhist teaching is in the Lotus Sutra. 247 00:22:21,006 --> 00:22:23,384 I understood it clearly. 248 00:22:23,442 --> 00:22:27,913 Sanron, Chojitsu, Kushya Hosso, Tendai, Shingon, Jodo, Zen... 249 00:22:28,414 --> 00:22:32,226 I spent 15 years reading the writings of these sects... 250 00:22:32,451 --> 00:22:36,194 but I couldn't find the answers to my questions. 251 00:22:36,622 --> 00:22:39,569 And now... 252 00:22:40,559 --> 00:22:42,732 Our teacher and I. .. 253 00:22:43,229 --> 00:22:47,075 Seeing how overwhelmed you were, couldn't say a word. 254 00:22:47,800 --> 00:22:49,438 But deep down... 255 00:22:49,668 --> 00:22:53,480 we felt that you made up your mind. 256 00:22:54,206 --> 00:22:57,380 Soon, the decisive day came. 257 00:22:58,410 --> 00:23:01,254 In the third year, you took part in a big spring session. 258 00:23:01,313 --> 00:23:05,386 You were chosen as a dedicated ascetic. 259 00:23:05,851 --> 00:23:08,627 And you debated with the great Shogaku. 260 00:23:09,288 --> 00:23:16,035 For the Tendai school, the Lotus Sutra and the Mahavairocana Sutra are equally sacred. 261 00:23:16,161 --> 00:23:19,836 It is incorrect to ask which one of them is more important. 262 00:23:19,899 --> 00:23:23,642 The Mahavairocana Sutra is more important. 263 00:23:23,736 --> 00:23:26,910 For the Enryaku-ji devotees, there is no doubt about it. 264 00:23:27,006 --> 00:23:28,076 What vvill the others say'? 265 00:23:28,173 --> 00:23:29,174 We agree. 266 00:23:29,275 --> 00:23:30,276 We think so too. 267 00:23:30,309 --> 00:23:33,313 We should worship the Mahavairocana Sutra. 268 00:23:34,680 --> 00:23:36,785 Rencho, what do you think? 269 00:23:37,716 --> 00:23:41,186 I'll try to assess the importance of each sutra. 270 00:23:41,253 --> 00:23:44,166 Let's take the Tendai school. 271 00:23:44,490 --> 00:23:49,405 Are you sure you understand the teaching of Dengyo Daishi correctly? 272 00:23:49,662 --> 00:23:52,666 If vve look back to the past... 273 00:23:52,965 --> 00:23:57,107 vve find that Tendai is based on the worship of the Lotus Sutra. 274 00:23:57,403 --> 00:24:00,850 Enryaku-ji historians show it very clearly 275 00:24:00,906 --> 00:24:06,788 However, because the Shingon school gave preference to the Mahavairocana Sutra... 276 00:24:06,912 --> 00:24:12,555 the worship of the Lotus Sutra, which Dengyo Daishi advocated, was abandoned. 277 00:24:12,751 --> 00:24:15,755 Today the Tendai school is going through crisis. 278 00:24:21,593 --> 00:24:25,735 What makes you say that? 279 00:24:26,098 --> 00:24:30,240 And if you think there is a crisis, hovv is it to be overcome'? 280 00:24:30,302 --> 00:24:36,275 Tendai has to go back to the original tenets of the Dengyo school. 281 00:24:36,542 --> 00:24:41,582 By affirming the superiority of the Lotus Sutra, Tendai vvill be purified. 282 00:24:41,780 --> 00:24:43,691 But if everything remains unchanged... 283 00:24:43,749 --> 00:24:49,131 450-year-old tradition vvill fall into oblivion. 284 00:24:49,221 --> 00:24:53,465 And holy Mount Hiei vvill lose its purity 285 00:25:01,667 --> 00:25:05,479 Rencho, you have to go down. 286 00:25:05,771 --> 00:25:07,273 But teacher! 287 00:25:07,373 --> 00:25:11,446 No. The fact that Rencho talked about the decay of Mount Hiei in front of Shogaku... 288 00:25:11,543 --> 00:25:14,387 testifies to his courage and conviction. 289 00:25:14,980 --> 00:25:19,087 This message has to be conveyed to numerous Tendai temples in Kyoto and Nara. 290 00:25:19,318 --> 00:25:22,094 And to other sects as well. 291 00:25:22,588 --> 00:25:23,589 Yes. 292 00:25:23,756 --> 00:25:27,226 KYOTO 293 00:25:34,633 --> 00:25:40,481 I visited the temples of Kyoto and Nara with the intention of showing the true way of Buddha. 294 00:25:47,179 --> 00:25:50,524 NARA 295 00:25:58,123 --> 00:26:00,729 However, devotees of different sects... 296 00:26:01,260 --> 00:26:04,264 rejected the worship of the Lotus Sutra. 297 00:26:04,363 --> 00:26:08,334 They laughed at my faith. 298 00:26:12,271 --> 00:26:16,515 It's difficult to welcome guests in such poverty 299 00:26:16,642 --> 00:26:18,644 But don't worry about me. 300 00:26:20,279 --> 00:26:23,783 In fact, by becoming your student... 301 00:26:24,750 --> 00:26:27,697 I wanted to walk this hard path with you. 302 00:26:29,721 --> 00:26:31,723 That's why I came here. 303 00:26:35,060 --> 00:26:39,304 I remember that day when in front of Shogaku. 304 00:26:39,398 --> 00:26:43,540 You said that the basis of Tendai is the worship of the Lotus Sutra. 305 00:26:44,770 --> 00:26:46,443 Time went by... 306 00:26:46,705 --> 00:26:50,380 and I came to believe your words. 307 00:26:51,376 --> 00:26:54,846 When I realized it, I immediately left Mount Hiei. 308 00:26:58,550 --> 00:27:01,963 Rencho, please. 309 00:27:04,990 --> 00:27:08,802 Joben, it's so nice that you came. 310 00:27:09,661 --> 00:27:11,698 Can I become your student? 311 00:27:12,798 --> 00:27:16,746 I'm so glad I'm not alone anymore. 312 00:27:17,302 --> 00:27:20,647 Finally I have someone vvho understands me. 313 00:27:20,739 --> 00:27:24,414 I'm truly happy that you're here. 314 00:27:25,310 --> 00:27:28,086 Thank you... thank you... 315 00:27:29,114 --> 00:27:33,585 From now on, we'll fight for the Lotus Sutra together. 316 00:27:33,919 --> 00:27:37,890 I need you so much. Thank you. 317 00:27:39,925 --> 00:27:42,166 Thank you so much. 318 00:27:44,997 --> 00:27:50,310 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 319 00:27:51,436 --> 00:27:56,886 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 320 00:27:57,543 --> 00:28:03,221 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 321 00:28:09,922 --> 00:28:12,732 I heard that in the Matsubagayatsu valley... 322 00:28:13,025 --> 00:28:15,562 a monk named Nichiren preaches the worship of the Lotus Sutra. 323 00:28:15,928 --> 00:28:19,341 Have you found out vvho he is'? 324 00:28:20,032 --> 00:28:21,705 Mitsunori Yadoya, what can you say'? 325 00:28:21,934 --> 00:28:26,849 I sent one of my men there to find out. 326 00:28:27,206 --> 00:28:31,018 This Nichiren has a pleasant face... 327 00:28:31,476 --> 00:28:33,387 and he preaches in a loud voice. 328 00:28:33,412 --> 00:28:36,882 He has something that attracts people. 329 00:28:37,282 --> 00:28:40,024 Does he preach anything illegal? 330 00:28:40,252 --> 00:28:43,790 That needs further examination. 331 00:28:44,156 --> 00:28:47,569 That's why I'm going to go see him myself. 332 00:28:48,527 --> 00:28:52,100 I see this monk of the Lotus Sutra has charmed Mitsunori. 333 00:28:53,065 --> 00:28:54,373 What are you talking about? 334 00:28:56,969 --> 00:28:58,846 I'm just joking. 335 00:28:59,137 --> 00:29:00,639 Taira-no Yoritsuna! 336 00:29:00,906 --> 00:29:02,112 Yes? 337 00:29:02,307 --> 00:29:04,309 In Regent's headquarters... 338 00:29:04,443 --> 00:29:07,720 everyone worships Buddha without the Lotus Sutra. It's unacceptable. 339 00:29:08,680 --> 00:29:13,060 The Hojo family practices Zen and Nembutsu. It's a mutiny against Regent. 340 00:29:13,318 --> 00:29:17,198 He must be arrested and escorted to Kamakura to be tried. 341 00:29:17,256 --> 00:29:23,468 That's too much. But vve should watch him. 342 00:29:23,662 --> 00:29:27,200 I agree. 343 00:29:31,370 --> 00:29:34,078 Ben, I leave the temple to you. 344 00:29:35,007 --> 00:29:36,247 Teacher! 345 00:29:36,508 --> 00:29:39,887 People in town are talking about your prayers. 346 00:29:40,178 --> 00:29:41,384 Please, be careful. 347 00:29:41,446 --> 00:29:44,484 Don't worry I'll be back before sunset. 348 00:29:44,583 --> 00:29:46,085 Well, let's go. 349 00:29:52,024 --> 00:29:54,129 My nephew Kisshomaru. .. 350 00:29:54,393 --> 00:29:57,374 Arrived from Shimosa to study the Lotus Sutra. 351 00:29:57,863 --> 00:30:00,776 Nichiren gave me the name Nissho... 352 00:30:01,033 --> 00:30:04,537 and Kisshomaru - Nichiro. 353 00:30:06,772 --> 00:30:10,777 People, what do you think about today's world? 354 00:30:11,310 --> 00:30:16,384 Buddha says that this world is very bad. 355 00:30:17,049 --> 00:30:23,193 People are tired physically and mentally They're plagued with severe diseases. 356 00:30:23,455 --> 00:30:26,925 I have a wonderful cure for you. 357 00:30:27,259 --> 00:30:30,399 I vvant all of you to know about it. 358 00:30:30,696 --> 00:30:32,505 What's this cure'? 359 00:30:32,931 --> 00:30:37,539 It's Namu Myoho Renge Kyo. 360 00:30:37,869 --> 00:30:41,180 These seven syllables show a different way to Buddha. 361 00:30:41,473 --> 00:30:45,250 These were Shakyamuni's last words before passing away 362 00:30:45,444 --> 00:30:48,425 You have to accept the Lotus Sutra. 363 00:30:48,613 --> 00:30:52,527 In it, you vvill find salvation and the life force. 364 00:30:52,584 --> 00:30:53,585 Shut up! 365 00:30:53,952 --> 00:30:57,866 We're practicing Nembutsu in order to get into Sukhavati of Amitabha Buddha. 366 00:30:58,123 --> 00:30:59,124 Shut up! 367 00:30:59,157 --> 00:31:00,329 Get out of here! 368 00:31:00,425 --> 00:31:02,769 The one vvho threw stone at me practices Nembutsu? 369 00:31:03,128 --> 00:31:06,041 What are you doing to get into Paradise after death? 370 00:31:06,198 --> 00:31:08,678 Does Paradise exist in today's world? 371 00:31:08,734 --> 00:31:12,648 No! It is in the heart of each one of you! 372 00:31:12,704 --> 00:31:15,810 Shut up! You're a fraud! Go away! 373 00:31:16,074 --> 00:31:17,382 It hurts! 374 00:31:18,443 --> 00:31:19,786 Nichiro, are you alright? 375 00:31:19,845 --> 00:31:22,655 I'm fine, I'm still holding the banner. 376 00:31:23,148 --> 00:31:24,650 Go away! Now! 377 00:31:25,617 --> 00:31:29,155 Hovv can you throw rocks at a child? Why can't you just listen? 378 00:31:29,988 --> 00:31:32,867 Mr Yoshimoto Hiki? 379 00:31:33,425 --> 00:31:37,271 Hello, Nichiren. Please, carry on. 380 00:31:37,629 --> 00:31:39,836 What an unexpected encounter! 381 00:31:40,232 --> 00:31:41,540 Hovv long have you been interested in it'? 382 00:31:41,600 --> 00:31:43,705 For the past six months. 383 00:31:43,802 --> 00:31:48,308 I wanted to talk to a learned man on behalf of Regent. 384 00:31:48,874 --> 00:31:53,152 I remember we met on Mount Hiei. I had a premonition yesterday 385 00:31:53,211 --> 00:31:59,093 You're on the streets fighting for the destitute. 386 00:31:59,251 --> 00:32:01,788 I have seen it myself today 387 00:32:03,622 --> 00:32:08,196 Nembutsu devotees, stop the violence! 388 00:32:08,427 --> 00:32:11,738 Why don't you vvant to debate with Nichiren'? 389 00:32:11,830 --> 00:32:14,276 There is nothing to debate here! 390 00:32:15,267 --> 00:32:16,712 Go away! 391 00:32:18,770 --> 00:32:20,215 Kill me! 392 00:32:20,839 --> 00:32:24,616 In the Age of Degeneration, I bring people the Lotus Sutra. 393 00:32:24,843 --> 00:32:26,652 I'll be happy to die for it. 394 00:32:26,711 --> 00:32:31,524 But do you really think you're going to stop Shakyamuni by killing Nichiren'? 395 00:32:31,716 --> 00:32:35,061 There's going to be another Nichiren. And another one. 396 00:32:35,153 --> 00:32:38,623 He's going to defend the true teaching until the end of time. 397 00:32:42,594 --> 00:32:44,596 This is heresy! 398 00:32:49,067 --> 00:32:52,810 You're a fraud and you dare to publicly preach heresy 399 00:32:53,138 --> 00:32:55,175 You're going to pay for this! 400 00:32:55,474 --> 00:32:58,648 I'll punish you, lousy monk! 401 00:33:11,256 --> 00:33:12,735 Nichiren! 402 00:33:14,726 --> 00:33:19,539 Excuse me. In Kominato, in Awa Province... 403 00:33:20,298 --> 00:33:23,302 lives Shigetada Nukina. Are you his son'? 404 00:33:23,568 --> 00:33:28,074 Yes, I was born in Kominato, in Awa Province. And vvho are you'? 405 00:33:28,306 --> 00:33:30,183 I belong to Kamakura's Family 406 00:33:30,275 --> 00:33:33,882 I serve Saemon-no-Jo Kudo. 407 00:33:34,179 --> 00:33:37,217 My master was very impressed by your preaching. 408 00:33:37,482 --> 00:33:40,190 He wants to meet you. 409 00:33:40,252 --> 00:33:43,495 Would you mind coming to his house? 410 00:33:43,588 --> 00:33:49,163 I'm happy to be invited by a person of strong faith. 411 00:33:49,427 --> 00:33:51,805 I'll walk you there. 412 00:33:58,336 --> 00:34:01,874 Your visit is a big honor for me. 413 00:34:01,973 --> 00:34:05,477 It's an honor for me that you listened to me preach. 414 00:34:05,577 --> 00:34:08,717 But the woman vvho accompanied me here... 415 00:34:08,813 --> 00:34:13,626 hovv does she know I was born in Awa'? 416 00:34:13,718 --> 00:34:15,925 There is something else I wanted to ask of you. 417 00:34:16,121 --> 00:34:19,591 My wife cooked dinner for you today 418 00:34:19,791 --> 00:34:21,668 Please, join us. 419 00:34:29,701 --> 00:34:31,237 This is my wife. 420 00:34:31,336 --> 00:34:34,044 Like you, she was born in Kominato, Awa Province. 421 00:34:38,176 --> 00:34:39,814 Hamayu? 422 00:34:40,045 --> 00:34:43,754 It's been a longtime, Zennichimaru. 423 00:34:43,848 --> 00:34:47,261 The world is a small place, Nichiren. 424 00:34:51,523 --> 00:34:56,131 Village boys despised me because I was the son of the exiled one. 425 00:34:56,294 --> 00:35:01,334 Hamayu was my only friend. 426 00:35:01,866 --> 00:35:05,575 I guess even if you ride really long... 427 00:35:05,804 --> 00:35:08,648 you can't reach the sun. 428 00:35:08,907 --> 00:35:11,148 No, you can't. 429 00:35:11,309 --> 00:35:15,257 But I'd really like to know what this red fireball is. 430 00:35:21,252 --> 00:35:22,822 Good luck, Hamayu! 431 00:35:22,921 --> 00:35:25,527 Be happy! Don't forget to write! 432 00:35:25,624 --> 00:35:27,035 Bye! 433 00:35:29,461 --> 00:35:30,838 Good luck! 434 00:35:30,895 --> 00:35:34,638 Farewell, Hamayu! 435 00:35:51,383 --> 00:35:52,828 Hamayu! 436 00:35:56,688 --> 00:35:58,395 Hamayu! 437 00:36:02,961 --> 00:36:05,567 Soon after! moved to Kamakura to live with my husband... 438 00:36:06,464 --> 00:36:11,243 I learned that you became a monk. 439 00:36:12,871 --> 00:36:15,442 Hamayu, when you left Kominato... 440 00:36:15,740 --> 00:36:19,017 I suddenly fell like an adult. 441 00:36:20,645 --> 00:36:23,125 Why was I born? 442 00:36:23,615 --> 00:36:26,357 What should I do next? 443 00:36:26,451 --> 00:36:30,297 I started to seriously think about these things. 444 00:36:30,488 --> 00:36:37,098 And one day, the answer appeared in my heart. 445 00:36:42,100 --> 00:36:45,411 Share your wisdom with me! Show your kindness! 446 00:36:49,107 --> 00:36:50,177 Zennichimaru! 447 00:36:52,077 --> 00:36:53,055 Your Highness! 448 00:36:53,244 --> 00:36:55,622 What are you doing here'? 449 00:36:56,915 --> 00:36:59,725 I wanted to ask Bodhisattva Kokuzo for something. 450 00:37:00,885 --> 00:37:04,059 Bodhisattva knows everything and can do everything. 451 00:37:04,723 --> 00:37:08,330 If you ask him, he vvill grant your wish. 452 00:37:12,997 --> 00:37:15,307 Can I become your student? 453 00:37:15,600 --> 00:37:18,103 It's the only thing I want. 454 00:37:19,604 --> 00:37:24,349 I want to gain knowledge. Teach me. 455 00:37:26,544 --> 00:37:32,961 I went to Mount Kiyosumi and changed my name to Yakuomaru. 456 00:37:33,251 --> 00:37:36,755 If was 1 Tenpuku (1233). 1 was 12 years old. 457 00:37:38,556 --> 00:37:41,366 It's been 20 years. 458 00:37:41,459 --> 00:37:44,531 Yes, at that time, Hamayu... 459 00:37:44,829 --> 00:37:48,936 was like a flower in a poor fishermen's village. 460 00:37:49,567 --> 00:37:53,515 I was very angry at the person vvho took her away from us. 461 00:37:53,571 --> 00:37:56,745 Now I know it was you, Kudo. 462 00:37:56,875 --> 00:37:59,412 If I'd known the villagers were so mad... 463 00:37:59,511 --> 00:38:01,684 I wouldn't have done it. 464 00:38:04,949 --> 00:38:07,259 Nichiren, I have a request. 465 00:38:07,852 --> 00:38:12,028 My wife and I vvant to become your students. 466 00:38:18,863 --> 00:38:21,002 Please. 467 00:38:22,300 --> 00:38:28,307 You serve the shogunate and vvant to worship the Lotus Sutra'? 468 00:38:28,406 --> 00:38:29,851 Is it impossible? 469 00:38:29,908 --> 00:38:34,379 I heard that Regent Tokiyori is a devout follower of Zen. 470 00:38:34,913 --> 00:38:38,258 I don't vvant to subject you to such danger. 471 00:38:38,349 --> 00:38:40,420 We're ready for anything. 472 00:38:40,919 --> 00:38:44,298 We discussed it for many nights. 473 00:38:44,522 --> 00:38:48,026 I listened to you preach many times in the crowd. 474 00:38:48,426 --> 00:38:52,397 Readiness to sacrifice one's life for faith... 475 00:38:52,597 --> 00:38:55,510 is in the nature of the samurai. 476 00:38:55,767 --> 00:38:58,145 And I have faith. 477 00:38:58,336 --> 00:39:00,907 People like Yoritsuna... 478 00:39:00,972 --> 00:39:04,044 vvho reject other sects and hate your sermons... 479 00:39:04,142 --> 00:39:06,349 are all around us. 480 00:39:06,411 --> 00:39:07,890 But we're not afraid of them. 481 00:39:08,046 --> 00:39:11,721 Hamayu and I vvant to become your students. 482 00:39:18,423 --> 00:39:22,303 Hamayu, I'm alone and helpless. 483 00:39:22,660 --> 00:39:25,641 Enemies surround me from all sides. 484 00:39:26,097 --> 00:39:28,771 And you're still asking me to do this? 485 00:39:29,200 --> 00:39:33,444 Do you remember what I said... 486 00:39:33,872 --> 00:39:37,342 when other village kids were bullying you? 487 00:39:37,442 --> 00:39:39,012 I do. 488 00:39:39,277 --> 00:39:43,783 You said, 'You have at least one real friend!' 489 00:39:43,882 --> 00:39:48,558 I'll always be your friend. 490 00:39:50,021 --> 00:39:54,868 Yoshitaka and I are ready to follow you wherever you go. 491 00:39:55,226 --> 00:39:56,864 Hamayu! 492 00:40:05,536 --> 00:40:07,106 I'm back. 493 00:40:07,472 --> 00:40:08,917 Welcome home. 494 00:40:09,607 --> 00:40:11,052 I'm glad to see you. 495 00:40:11,442 --> 00:40:13,922 Where have you been? 496 00:40:14,245 --> 00:40:17,522 You smell of sake. 497 00:40:17,782 --> 00:40:23,095 I met someone I've been thinking about for 20 years. 498 00:40:24,489 --> 00:40:27,026 It's a truly happy night. 499 00:40:37,068 --> 00:40:38,809 Is it a woman? 500 00:40:39,170 --> 00:40:41,673 An incredibly beautiful woman. 501 00:40:41,739 --> 00:40:43,241 It's a sin! 502 00:40:43,808 --> 00:40:48,188 You're preaching the way of Buddha, and you succumb to worldly temptations? 503 00:40:48,479 --> 00:40:50,083 Everything is forgivable to me tonight. 504 00:40:50,415 --> 00:40:54,192 I devoted myself to Buddha, but I'm only a human being. 505 00:40:54,485 --> 00:40:58,160 Whenever I see a beautiful woman, it makes me happy 506 00:40:59,057 --> 00:41:04,131 Relax, Ben. Every day is a battle for me. 507 00:41:04,796 --> 00:41:08,505 Hovv can there be a place for worldly desires in my life'? 508 00:41:09,734 --> 00:41:11,736 I haven't thought about it. 509 00:41:24,382 --> 00:41:27,295 Today the sound is purer. 510 00:41:28,186 --> 00:41:32,862 Maybe, by turning to the Lotus Sutra, you have found peace. 511 00:41:41,699 --> 00:41:44,976 I hope Nichiren made it home safely 512 00:41:45,136 --> 00:41:47,377 It's dangerous in Kamakura at night. 513 00:42:22,774 --> 00:42:23,684 Who's there'? 514 00:42:25,209 --> 00:42:27,553 You fool people and spread heresy 515 00:42:27,712 --> 00:42:31,285 Yorimoto Kingo from Shijo vvill send you to the heavens! 516 00:42:34,252 --> 00:42:38,632 Go ahead! Pierce Nichiren's chest! 517 00:42:38,923 --> 00:42:42,700 Nichiren vvill die, but faith in the Lotus Sutra vvill live on. 518 00:42:43,761 --> 00:42:48,733 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 519 00:42:49,333 --> 00:42:54,510 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 520 00:42:54,605 --> 00:42:56,278 Teacher! 521 00:43:02,346 --> 00:43:03,654 Are you hurt'? 522 00:43:03,714 --> 00:43:05,921 Did that man wound the teacher with his sword? 523 00:43:06,484 --> 00:43:10,091 Nichiren may die, but the Lotus Sutra cannot be destroyed with a sword. 524 00:43:10,321 --> 00:43:15,066 Because I have young followers. 525 00:43:15,760 --> 00:43:19,708 People, never despair! 526 00:43:20,098 --> 00:43:23,944 Shakyamuni vvill help you. 527 00:43:24,802 --> 00:43:29,512 Have faith in the Lotus Sutra and don't lose heart! 528 00:43:30,308 --> 00:43:35,280 When it gets too hard, come see Nichiren in his hut. 529 00:43:35,880 --> 00:43:38,417 I vvill share with you whatever I have. 530 00:43:38,783 --> 00:43:43,163 Let's talk about hovv vve can survive. 531 00:43:44,088 --> 00:43:46,034 Even though vve live in the Age of Degeneration... 532 00:43:46,090 --> 00:43:50,470 vve still vvant to be happy 533 00:43:50,862 --> 00:43:54,036 Get off your knees! 534 00:43:54,532 --> 00:43:57,240 Rise up! 535 00:43:57,335 --> 00:43:59,281 Quiet! 536 00:44:01,105 --> 00:44:05,713 I'm sleeping here, and you're complaining about the world. 537 00:44:05,810 --> 00:44:07,289 Who are you anyway? 538 00:44:09,547 --> 00:44:12,050 Rencho, it's you'? 539 00:44:14,118 --> 00:44:15,620 Gyodo?; 540 00:44:17,088 --> 00:44:20,262 There's been a lot of people talking nonsense on every corner lately 541 00:44:20,358 --> 00:44:24,238 So you're that monk of the Lotus Sutra'? 542 00:44:29,333 --> 00:44:30,835 Come in. 543 00:44:36,007 --> 00:44:38,112 This is my home. 544 00:44:40,044 --> 00:44:42,081 What are you doing here'? 545 00:44:42,547 --> 00:44:44,891 Being broke, don't you see'? 546 00:44:45,917 --> 00:44:51,526 Seventeen years ago, when I first came to Kamakura... 547 00:44:51,889 --> 00:44:57,635 you were a respected man and supervised Jufuku-ji temple. 548 00:44:59,397 --> 00:45:04,847 And now you're living here. 549 00:45:07,138 --> 00:45:09,049 What happened? 550 00:45:09,840 --> 00:45:12,514 I left the temple myself. 551 00:45:13,444 --> 00:45:16,015 I got tired of that Zen temple. 552 00:45:17,114 --> 00:45:18,115 Many? 553 00:45:19,217 --> 00:45:22,596 I hate it for flattering the powerful, 554 00:45:23,054 --> 00:45:25,694 and ignoring people that are suffering. 555 00:45:25,756 --> 00:45:27,667 And I decided that I had to live with them. 556 00:45:28,993 --> 00:45:33,464 Because of you, I have nothing to eat now. 557 00:45:36,400 --> 00:45:40,439 Gyodo, come to the Matsubagayatsu valley with me. 558 00:45:43,140 --> 00:45:44,585 To live in your hut'? 559 00:45:44,809 --> 00:45:45,810 Yes. 560 00:45:46,677 --> 00:45:51,422 I practice Zen and can't live with a Lotus monk. 561 00:45:51,582 --> 00:45:54,290 You don't have to read the Lotus Sutra. 562 00:45:54,652 --> 00:45:56,962 I just vvant to share my home with you. 563 00:45:57,888 --> 00:45:59,231 Live me alone! 564 00:46:01,392 --> 00:46:05,101 You saw my miserable existence and now you feel sorry for me'? 565 00:46:05,396 --> 00:46:07,069 Go away! 566 00:46:17,408 --> 00:46:19,319 Welcome home. 567 00:46:19,543 --> 00:46:22,353 I have a man vvho doesn't accept the Lotus Sutra with me. 568 00:46:22,413 --> 00:46:24,586 Be kind and welcoming to him. 569 00:46:24,682 --> 00:46:26,662 Do you reject the Lotus Sutra'? 570 00:46:28,119 --> 00:46:29,928 Who are these boys'? 571 00:46:29,987 --> 00:46:32,228 Children of local fishermen and peasants. 572 00:46:32,556 --> 00:46:36,003 We gathered here and discussed different issues. 573 00:46:36,360 --> 00:46:38,636 And gradually they came to accept the faith. 574 00:46:38,796 --> 00:46:40,139 Well, come in. 575 00:47:06,557 --> 00:47:08,298 The food is disgusting. 576 00:47:09,994 --> 00:47:11,439 I'm leaving. 577 00:47:12,330 --> 00:47:15,140 Since you brought me here, I won't thank you. 578 00:47:15,866 --> 00:47:17,277 Hold on. 579 00:47:17,835 --> 00:47:22,341 It's pouring clown outside. Stay with us at least this one night. 580 00:47:22,440 --> 00:47:23,646 This voice of yours... 581 00:47:24,408 --> 00:47:25,978 With this subtle voice... 582 00:47:26,077 --> 00:47:29,149 you can tempt your gullible students. 583 00:47:29,313 --> 00:47:31,315 But I'm not going clown that path. 584 00:47:31,816 --> 00:47:34,194 I don't need the Lotus Sutra or your lousy food! 585 00:47:41,726 --> 00:47:42,796 Gyodo! 586 00:47:42,893 --> 00:47:44,804 Let go of me! 587 00:47:44,862 --> 00:47:48,105 When did this anger enter your soul? 588 00:47:48,165 --> 00:47:50,202 When I first met you in Jufuku-ji... 589 00:47:50,301 --> 00:47:52,338 you told me about kindness. 590 00:47:52,436 --> 00:47:54,882 Isn't it what you taught me'? 591 00:47:54,939 --> 00:47:58,045 Please, return on the path of humility 592 00:47:58,142 --> 00:48:01,123 I beg you. 593 00:48:09,320 --> 00:48:12,767 Nichiren, please... 594 00:48:14,325 --> 00:48:19,502 cure my soul! 595 00:48:22,233 --> 00:48:23,871 Gyodo! 596 00:48:25,503 --> 00:48:27,779 Give me your hand. 597 00:48:28,072 --> 00:48:31,918 Let's walk the same path from now on. 598 00:48:32,476 --> 00:48:36,515 Please! 599 00:48:49,427 --> 00:48:51,998 Nichiren! Nichiren! 600 00:48:53,464 --> 00:48:54,966 Yoshimoto! 601 00:48:55,032 --> 00:48:57,672 It's so urgent that I've come despite the rain. 602 00:48:57,768 --> 00:48:59,213 Please, come in. 603 00:48:59,270 --> 00:49:04,344 Nichiren, you have to stop preaching and leave Kamakura for a while. 604 00:49:04,442 --> 00:49:05,853 Many? 605 00:49:06,243 --> 00:49:08,621 Teacher didn't do anything wrong. 606 00:49:10,314 --> 00:49:16,287 Today Nichiren's expulsion was discussed with Regent. 607 00:49:16,720 --> 00:49:20,725 He's accused of preaching illegally in the street... 608 00:49:20,758 --> 00:49:22,863 and insulting other sects. 609 00:49:23,060 --> 00:49:26,166 Fortunately this time, Regent's decision was favorable... 610 00:49:26,564 --> 00:49:29,602 but no one can tell what's to follow. 611 00:49:29,667 --> 00:49:32,876 I'm ready for any punishment. 612 00:49:33,604 --> 00:49:34,947 I'm not going to back down. 613 00:49:35,039 --> 00:49:37,576 It's not the right time for that. 614 00:49:37,875 --> 00:49:41,084 Regent practices Zen. 615 00:49:41,178 --> 00:49:44,455 And yet he stood up for you. 616 00:49:47,117 --> 00:49:52,089 You mustn't scorn Regent's magnanimity Nichiren. 617 00:50:00,931 --> 00:50:09,180 IN 'I KOGEN (1256) NICl-IIREN LEFT KAMAKURA AND TRAVELED AROUND JAPAN 618 00:50:17,848 --> 00:50:19,794 I didn't give up. 619 00:50:20,184 --> 00:50:25,532 Sleeping in the fields and preaching the truth on the way I reached Shimosa in Nakayama. 620 00:50:25,756 --> 00:50:30,432 There, I was given shelter by Toki Jonin and waited for better days. 621 00:50:30,728 --> 00:50:33,675 I didn't know you were that crazy monk. 622 00:50:33,998 --> 00:50:38,310 You're so arrogant and stubborn. 623 00:50:38,669 --> 00:50:43,550 They say you've endured a lot. 624 00:50:44,241 --> 00:50:46,551 Well, have a seat. 625 00:50:47,912 --> 00:50:51,223 What do you think about what people say about you'? 626 00:50:51,682 --> 00:50:53,559 Nothing. 627 00:50:53,751 --> 00:50:55,628 It must be hard... 628 00:50:55,686 --> 00:51:00,066 Well, I don't like it when people talk about you like that. 629 00:51:00,824 --> 00:51:02,428 I don't know what to do with you. 630 00:51:03,427 --> 00:51:04,906 Please forgive him. 631 00:51:04,995 --> 00:51:07,635 He always talks like this. 632 00:51:07,798 --> 00:51:12,372 I owe Jonin a lot. So whatever he says... 633 00:51:12,436 --> 00:51:14,507 I take as support. 634 00:51:14,605 --> 00:51:17,552 You're wrong. It's the other way round. 635 00:51:17,708 --> 00:51:21,212 I vvant you to cool off. 636 00:51:21,312 --> 00:51:22,985 I don't vvant you to get all enthusiastic. 637 00:51:23,013 --> 00:51:25,323 As I listen to you, Jonin... 638 00:51:25,416 --> 00:51:29,125 my self-confidence grows manifold. 639 00:51:29,320 --> 00:51:32,301 You're unbearable. 640 00:51:32,356 --> 00:51:36,532 Last night, I had a dream that promised bad fortune. 641 00:51:37,261 --> 00:51:39,798 You were preaching against Nembutsu... 642 00:51:39,897 --> 00:51:44,312 on the crossroads in Kamakura and turned into a bloody Dharma doll. 643 00:51:44,435 --> 00:51:46,972 No way! 644 00:51:47,237 --> 00:51:51,151 Nichiren, you have to be careful. 645 00:51:51,575 --> 00:51:54,146 You say that even if Nichiren dies, the Lotus Sutra won't. 646 00:51:54,511 --> 00:51:58,687 Those are brave words, but it's not true. 647 00:51:59,650 --> 00:52:03,462 You only get to live once. And you have to cherish your life. 648 00:52:08,926 --> 00:52:10,928 Earthquake! 649 00:52:10,995 --> 00:52:13,669 Take Nichiren and run. 650 00:52:13,864 --> 00:52:15,366 Follow me. 651 00:52:16,467 --> 00:52:18,105 Careful. 652 00:52:19,837 --> 00:52:21,510 Earthquake! Earthquake! 653 00:52:21,605 --> 00:52:25,883 Don't just stand there! Let the horses out of the stables! 654 00:52:52,469 --> 00:52:59,250 IN 'I SI-IOKA (1257) IN KANTO REGION EARTI-IQUAKES OCCURRED ONE AFTER ANOTI-IER 655 00:53:26,236 --> 00:53:27,715 ifs a miracle! 656 00:53:27,871 --> 00:53:32,445 Our home wasn't damaged amid such a terrible earthquake. 657 00:53:35,512 --> 00:53:36,923 Teacher! 658 00:53:37,014 --> 00:53:38,652 Welcome back! 659 00:53:41,518 --> 00:53:47,093 In my absence, Nissho took good care of our home. 660 00:53:50,527 --> 00:53:53,770 I could hardly recognize Nichiro, he grew up so much. 661 00:53:55,432 --> 00:54:01,474 Gyodo changed his name to Kyonin and became one of us. 662 00:54:01,805 --> 00:54:06,686 Yoshimoto Hiki was also here, and many other people I hadn't met before. 663 00:54:06,744 --> 00:54:09,156 They were all our students now. 664 00:54:12,015 --> 00:54:13,756 I'm monk New. 665 00:54:14,184 --> 00:54:15,720 I'm monk Sho. 666 00:54:16,019 --> 00:54:18,021 I'm Yoshiharu Shinjitaro. 667 00:54:18,989 --> 00:54:22,835 My name's Nichiko. I'm from Jissoji temple in Suruga. 668 00:54:23,093 --> 00:54:27,405 I missed a lot here. 669 00:54:39,143 --> 00:54:40,349 It's you? 670 00:54:42,246 --> 00:54:46,592 Once I came here to kill you. 671 00:54:47,951 --> 00:54:51,023 Please, forgive me. 672 00:54:52,523 --> 00:54:55,026 You came'? 673 00:54:56,460 --> 00:55:01,068 That night I didn't leave. I stayed and listened to you pray 674 00:55:02,266 --> 00:55:06,976 I was drawn back here, and finally I came. 675 00:55:08,272 --> 00:55:10,218 Unbelievable... 676 00:55:10,974 --> 00:55:15,684 These are not just words. I'm devoted to the Lotus Sutra with all my heart. 677 00:55:16,079 --> 00:55:18,958 Even though I serve the rulers of Kamakura... 678 00:55:19,383 --> 00:55:22,830 I sincerely wish to become your student. 679 00:55:24,054 --> 00:55:28,525 Kingo, I'm so glad. 680 00:55:34,531 --> 00:55:40,243 Friends! Even though they call me a crazy monk... 681 00:55:41,205 --> 00:55:43,981 I'm glad to see you all here. 682 00:55:44,541 --> 00:55:49,081 Nichiren vvill have a million friends. 683 00:55:49,179 --> 00:55:50,590 I'm grateful to each of you. 684 00:55:51,815 --> 00:55:53,453 Thank you! 685 00:55:54,818 --> 00:56:04,330 IN 'I Sl-IOGEN (1259) HUNGER AND DISEASES DROVE PEOPLE TO DESPAIR 686 00:56:05,062 --> 00:56:10,478 Today earthquakes, floods, and droughts occur all the time. 687 00:56:10,634 --> 00:56:13,046 What do you think is the reason for that? 688 00:56:13,437 --> 00:56:19,444 The shogunate government refuses to help people. 689 00:56:20,210 --> 00:56:23,714 I visited Jissoji temple in Suruga... 690 00:56:24,214 --> 00:56:28,128 and re-read Buddhist treatises. 691 00:56:28,752 --> 00:56:33,201 If nothing changes, it'll end in a civil war or foreign invasion. 692 00:56:33,257 --> 00:56:36,363 It vvill be the end of Japan. 693 00:56:37,294 --> 00:56:39,774 That's what the Yakushi Sutra says. 694 00:56:40,097 --> 00:56:45,410 Until now, I spoke to people preaching in the streets. 695 00:56:45,469 --> 00:56:48,814 It works, but too slowly 696 00:56:49,339 --> 00:56:51,615 I have to change my tactics. 697 00:56:51,842 --> 00:56:55,085 What are you going to do'? 698 00:56:55,946 --> 00:57:00,122 I'm going to write a treatise for Regent Tokiyori. 699 00:57:00,717 --> 00:57:02,390 I vvant him to read it. 700 00:57:03,287 --> 00:57:07,599 Tokiyori is a wise ruler. I have to awaken his mind. 701 00:57:07,691 --> 00:57:09,261 You shouldn't do it. 702 00:57:09,426 --> 00:57:13,465 Even you preaching in the streets irritates him. 703 00:57:14,031 --> 00:57:17,945 If you address him directly the shogunate vvill rise against you. 704 00:57:18,669 --> 00:57:20,842 I'm afraid for your life. 705 00:57:20,938 --> 00:57:22,975 I have thought about it. 706 00:57:23,073 --> 00:57:28,887 There is no other way to set this country on the right path. 707 00:57:48,699 --> 00:57:57,949 IN 'I BUN'O (1260) NICI-IIREN SENT 'ON ESTABLISHING THE CORRECT TEACHING' TO TI-IE SI-IOGUN 708 00:57:59,743 --> 00:58:03,418 THE KAMAKURA SHOGUNATE, REGENTS HEADQUARTERS 709 00:58:17,160 --> 00:58:21,199 Monk Nichiren, lam listening to you. 710 00:58:21,431 --> 00:58:27,473 Mr Tokiyori and Regent Nagatoki, thank you very much... 711 00:58:27,938 --> 00:58:31,147 for having agreed to see me. 712 00:58:32,642 --> 00:58:38,456 You sent us 'On Establishing the Correct Teaching' through Yadoya Mitsunori. 713 00:58:39,616 --> 00:58:42,153 I accept your gift. 714 00:58:42,352 --> 00:58:45,196 I am glad to hear that. 715 00:58:45,956 --> 00:58:47,458 I would like you... 716 00:58:48,125 --> 00:58:52,437 to read the beginning of the treatise for us. 717 00:59:10,680 --> 00:59:16,392 'Recently disturbances in the heavens, disasters on land, hunger and epidemics...' 718 00:59:16,486 --> 00:59:23,802 have been spreading across the whole world.' 719 00:59:24,194 --> 00:59:28,609 'Bulls and horses are dying on the crossroads, and their carcasses are filling the roads.' 720 00:59:28,965 --> 00:59:32,412 'The number of people who are calling death is now over half of the population.' 721 00:59:32,569 --> 00:59:36,449 'And there is not a single person vvho is not grief-stricken.' 722 00:59:36,506 --> 00:59:40,579 Enough! These are nothing but false claims. 723 00:59:40,710 --> 00:59:44,180 No, this is the truth. 724 00:59:45,082 --> 00:59:46,857 The truth'? 725 00:59:47,951 --> 00:59:49,726 Yoritsuna, hold your tongue. 726 00:59:51,354 --> 00:59:54,961 Nichiren has written 'On Establishing the Correct Teaching' 727 00:59:55,092 --> 00:59:57,436 not for the sake of a Buddhist dispute. 728 00:59:57,727 --> 01:00:01,004 In it, he criticizes my policies. 729 01:00:01,965 --> 01:00:05,913 The fact that a monk condemns policies is outrageous. 730 01:00:06,870 --> 01:00:08,349 It's unacceptable. 731 01:00:08,538 --> 01:00:11,144 I have never done such a thing. 732 01:00:11,241 --> 01:00:16,281 I do not condemn anyone's policies. I seek reasons for the miseries of this world. 733 01:00:16,446 --> 01:00:19,017 I care about establishing peace in the country 734 01:00:19,216 --> 01:00:21,924 You point to many problems. 735 01:00:22,352 --> 01:00:26,664 Do you imply a foreign invasion or a coup inside the country? 736 01:00:26,756 --> 01:00:31,899 I'm talking about a foreign invasion. 737 01:00:32,362 --> 01:00:38,335 But I'm also talking about a coup inside the country 738 01:00:38,435 --> 01:00:40,676 What's your proof'? 739 01:00:41,071 --> 01:00:46,544 Mongolia has attacked Korea, but its next target is Japan. 740 01:00:46,877 --> 01:00:52,259 The fact that a coup is on the way is also obvious. 741 01:00:52,315 --> 01:00:53,555 What'? 742 01:00:53,650 --> 01:00:57,530 It is all because of the false teaching of Nembutsu that is widespread in the country 743 01:00:57,621 --> 01:01:00,465 The worship of multiple gods and ancestors is destroying our country 744 01:01:00,891 --> 01:01:04,168 Heretic teachings are plunging our country in chaos and misery 745 01:01:04,494 --> 01:01:06,405 They are causing uprisings. 746 01:01:06,463 --> 01:01:07,874 Shut up, Nichiren! 747 01:01:15,939 --> 01:01:20,183 Patriotism does not consist in preaching the Lotus Sutra. 748 01:01:21,011 --> 01:01:22,456 We are done here. 749 01:01:22,546 --> 01:01:23,718 Please, wait! 750 01:01:23,813 --> 01:01:25,349 Shut up! 751 01:01:26,249 --> 01:01:28,525 You're talking to Regent! 752 01:01:31,621 --> 01:01:34,625 You don't understand the situation, and you blame it on Nembutsu. 753 01:01:35,125 --> 01:01:37,662 I'm not going to tolerate it! 754 01:02:22,839 --> 01:02:26,150 Namu Amida Butsu! Namu Amida Butsu! 755 01:02:33,250 --> 01:02:36,390 Namu Amida Butsu! Namu Amida Butsu! 756 01:02:43,159 --> 01:02:47,164 Teacher, there are a lot of Nembutsu devotees coming. 757 01:03:08,918 --> 01:03:11,922 Teacher, run! 758 01:03:15,325 --> 01:03:16,429 Stop right there! 759 01:03:23,767 --> 01:03:24,905 Stop! 760 01:03:26,503 --> 01:03:29,382 Nichiro, take the teacher away from here! 761 01:03:29,439 --> 01:03:30,383 Yes. 762 01:03:31,474 --> 01:03:32,953 I'm counting on you! 763 01:03:33,009 --> 01:03:34,010 I Will. 764 01:03:47,824 --> 01:03:50,930 Teacher! Our home! 765 01:04:05,875 --> 01:04:11,882 IN 'I KOCI-IO (1261) NICl-IIREN WAS SENT INTO EXILE TO IZU 766 01:04:16,052 --> 01:04:18,089 This punishment is unfair. 767 01:04:18,655 --> 01:04:22,694 Why does the teacher have to live in exile alone? 768 01:04:23,159 --> 01:04:27,574 His treatise gave them an excuse. 769 01:04:28,098 --> 01:04:31,875 And everything that I feared came true. 770 01:04:32,001 --> 01:04:33,344 Set off! 771 01:04:33,436 --> 01:04:35,712 Teacher! 772 01:04:36,539 --> 01:04:38,678 Back clown! 773 01:04:41,311 --> 01:04:44,190 Teacher! Teacher! 774 01:04:45,348 --> 01:04:46,725 Teacher! 775 01:04:47,984 --> 01:04:50,760 Please! Let me come with him! 776 01:04:50,820 --> 01:04:52,060 I beg you! 777 01:04:52,122 --> 01:04:53,123 Get out of here! 778 01:04:53,123 --> 01:04:55,535 Teacher! Teacher! 779 01:04:55,692 --> 01:04:58,104 Teacher! 780 01:04:58,928 --> 01:05:01,340 Teacher! 781 01:05:01,831 --> 01:05:06,507 I beg you! Teacher! Teacher! 782 01:05:07,404 --> 01:05:09,247 Teacher! 783 01:05:09,939 --> 01:05:12,010 Teacher! 784 01:05:13,543 --> 01:05:15,784 Teacher! 785 01:05:16,579 --> 01:05:18,957 Teacher! 786 01:05:19,582 --> 01:05:21,823 Teacher! 787 01:05:38,301 --> 01:05:41,305 Get out of the boat! 788 01:05:41,938 --> 01:05:44,384 Let's go! 789 01:05:47,811 --> 01:05:51,281 Are you going to abandon me here amid such a storm? 790 01:06:00,857 --> 01:06:05,772 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 791 01:06:09,966 --> 01:06:14,938 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 792 01:06:16,039 --> 01:06:21,387 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 793 01:06:28,485 --> 01:06:34,868 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 794 01:06:35,191 --> 01:06:40,368 Sir, what are you doing here'? Get into my boat, quick! 795 01:06:56,646 --> 01:07:00,116 IZU PENINSULA, SHORE OF ITO 796 01:07:00,917 --> 01:07:05,798 Yoshitaka was appointed the governor of Awa. 797 01:07:06,689 --> 01:07:11,069 And after many years, I returned to the native land... 798 01:07:11,528 --> 01:07:16,375 where you and I used to play on the seashore. 799 01:07:17,467 --> 01:07:20,073 Everything seems to be the same here. 800 01:07:20,537 --> 01:07:24,178 But people have changed a lot. 801 01:07:26,175 --> 01:07:29,554 Your father has died. 802 01:07:30,146 --> 01:07:34,458 Your mother ls very old and lonely 803 01:07:41,391 --> 01:07:44,531 It still pains me. 804 01:07:45,128 --> 01:07:50,100 What did my mother felt leaving the temple that day? 805 01:07:50,199 --> 01:07:57,583 I took the name Yakuomaru and studied the way of Buddha for a year. 806 01:08:05,348 --> 01:08:09,262 Your mother is here to see you. Go see her. 807 01:08:16,659 --> 01:08:18,002 What is it'? 808 01:08:18,294 --> 01:08:20,467 An ascetic can't see anyone! 809 01:08:27,337 --> 01:08:31,649 The great Buddha forgives a mother vvho loves her child. 810 01:08:32,241 --> 01:08:34,243 Go see her! 811 01:08:46,155 --> 01:08:47,395 Zennichimaru! 812 01:08:48,091 --> 01:08:49,468 Mother! 813 01:08:52,128 --> 01:08:53,903 I'm so glad to see you. 814 01:08:54,063 --> 01:08:57,510 You come to me in dreams every night. 815 01:08:57,734 --> 01:08:59,213 Mother! 816 01:09:04,674 --> 01:09:08,053 Please, don't come here anymore. And don't think about me. 817 01:09:10,413 --> 01:09:13,883 Zennichimaru... 818 01:09:40,109 --> 01:09:41,986 Excuse me! 819 01:09:43,379 --> 01:09:45,882 We've brought you vegetables. 820 01:09:45,982 --> 01:09:47,359 Thank you so much. 821 01:09:47,450 --> 01:09:50,795 I've made a cushion for you. 822 01:09:52,689 --> 01:09:56,364 I haven't brought anything, but I can give you a massage. 823 01:09:56,459 --> 01:09:58,097 That's very nice of you. 824 01:09:58,327 --> 01:10:02,935 You're so kind. I'm very glad to receive a cushion. 825 01:10:09,072 --> 01:10:12,212 We're just poor fishermen. 826 01:10:12,442 --> 01:10:16,322 We have nothing but our dignity 827 01:10:16,546 --> 01:10:21,052 When our daughter was born, vve could hardly make ends meet. 828 01:10:21,150 --> 01:10:24,222 I often thought it'd be better to die. 829 01:10:24,320 --> 01:10:26,561 Stop talking nonsense. 830 01:10:26,656 --> 01:10:28,795 The teacher has to know everything. 831 01:10:28,891 --> 01:10:31,064 You can tell me anything you like. 832 01:10:31,427 --> 01:10:35,341 We really vvant to find a good husband for Nami. 833 01:10:35,398 --> 01:10:37,435 Can you ask Shakyamuni'? 834 01:10:37,700 --> 01:10:39,338 Mother, stop it! 835 01:10:39,435 --> 01:10:42,541 And hovv old is Nami? 836 01:10:42,672 --> 01:10:44,242 Fifteen. 837 01:10:44,741 --> 01:10:45,879 Fifteen? 838 01:10:45,975 --> 01:10:46,976 Yes. 839 01:10:47,043 --> 01:10:49,785 A friend of mine was the same age. 840 01:10:49,812 --> 01:10:52,292 Who's your friend? Is she pretty? 841 01:10:53,382 --> 01:10:55,828 Well... I forgot. 842 01:10:55,885 --> 01:10:58,491 You're lying to me. 843 01:10:59,689 --> 01:11:02,670 Don't forget vvho you're talking to. 844 01:11:02,759 --> 01:11:06,798 Girls are so curious these days. 845 01:11:10,500 --> 01:11:14,312 I had never known such happiness. 846 01:11:15,171 --> 01:11:20,211 I had never had such a peaceful life before. 847 01:11:21,310 --> 01:11:25,417 That is why I suddenly felt homesick. 848 01:11:26,415 --> 01:11:30,659 IN 3 KOCI-IO (1263) NICl-IIREN WAS PARDONED 849 01:11:30,653 --> 01:11:35,500 IN 1 BUN'El (1264) HE RETURNED TO HIS NATIVE AWA 850 01:11:46,302 --> 01:11:49,681 Zennichi, I'm so glad you're back. 851 01:11:49,739 --> 01:11:52,242 Your mother... 852 01:11:53,075 --> 01:11:57,455 has been delirious since yesterday She keeps calling you. 853 01:11:58,381 --> 01:11:59,382 Mother! 854 01:12:02,885 --> 01:12:05,798 I'm back. 855 01:12:06,589 --> 01:12:10,594 Forgive me for being a bad son. 856 01:12:14,964 --> 01:12:17,274 Nichiro, get the bath ready 857 01:12:17,366 --> 01:12:18,344 Yes. 858 01:13:04,647 --> 01:13:08,424 Mother, can you hear me'? 859 01:13:11,954 --> 01:13:13,831 Zennichi... 860 01:13:15,091 --> 01:13:17,662 Zennichi's prayer worked! 861 01:13:17,760 --> 01:13:20,138 Thank god! 862 01:13:20,429 --> 01:13:22,705 Mother, forgive me. 863 01:13:23,165 --> 01:13:25,839 I preached the Lotus Sutra and helped people... 864 01:13:26,202 --> 01:13:30,878 but I didn't repay my parents for their kindness. Is this the way of Buddha'? 865 01:13:31,374 --> 01:13:37,381 Nichiren is the most ungrateful son in Japan. 866 01:13:49,225 --> 01:13:51,000 Son... 867 01:14:01,203 --> 01:14:05,015 Here I am, father. 868 01:14:06,042 --> 01:14:09,717 I didn't have a chance to say goodbye to you. 869 01:14:10,212 --> 01:14:14,217 Please, forgive me. 870 01:14:18,487 --> 01:14:20,296 Preaching the teaching of Buddha... 871 01:14:21,290 --> 01:14:24,703 I fought every single day 872 01:14:24,760 --> 01:14:27,536 But I haven't even fulfilled half of my goal. 873 01:14:29,432 --> 01:14:35,007 I'll fight till the day I die. 874 01:14:37,239 --> 01:14:42,313 Please, protect me. 875 01:14:44,580 --> 01:14:46,423 Nichiren is back? 876 01:14:47,083 --> 01:14:51,122 After visiting his father's grave, he went to Yoshitaka Kudds house. 877 01:14:51,220 --> 01:14:53,200 Why there? 878 01:14:53,723 --> 01:14:56,533 He must also be worshiping the Lotus Sutra. 879 01:14:59,328 --> 01:15:03,367 He might do a lot of damage if vve let him. 880 01:15:03,466 --> 01:15:06,470 I'm going to catch this monk red-handed. 881 01:15:06,635 --> 01:15:08,637 It'll be my present to the governor of Kamakura. 882 01:15:14,977 --> 01:15:17,048 Hamayu's letters... 883 01:15:17,146 --> 01:15:21,424 were a consolation for me in my exile. 884 01:15:21,517 --> 01:15:25,727 We both counted days. 885 01:15:25,821 --> 01:15:30,429 I haven't heard Hamayu play in a long time. 886 01:15:30,693 --> 01:15:35,005 Today you can listen to her play all night. 887 01:15:35,498 --> 01:15:37,944 Thank you for your kindness. 888 01:15:48,144 --> 01:15:52,422 Streets are dangerous after sunset. Stay the night. 889 01:15:52,515 --> 01:15:54,256 It vvill be better like this. 890 01:15:54,517 --> 01:15:56,497 Please, don't worry 891 01:15:56,552 --> 01:16:00,398 Nichiro and Kyonin are with me. 892 01:16:00,489 --> 01:16:03,129 In that case, take my people too. 893 01:16:06,562 --> 01:16:08,838 Chunai and Chugo Kitaura, are you here'? 894 01:16:08,931 --> 01:16:10,933 Yes! 895 01:16:12,201 --> 01:16:15,614 Take your soldiers and accompany Teacher. 896 01:16:15,805 --> 01:16:17,079 Will be done. 897 01:16:18,607 --> 01:16:22,020 KOMATSUBARA, AWA PROVINCE 898 01:16:45,067 --> 01:16:46,171 Hold it. 899 01:16:47,002 --> 01:16:48,572 What is it'? 900 01:16:48,971 --> 01:16:51,679 I sense demons ahead. 901 01:17:04,787 --> 01:17:07,131 Make a circle around the teacher! 902 01:17:07,590 --> 01:17:09,297 Who are you'? 903 01:17:09,391 --> 01:17:16,240 I'm Kagenobu Tojo. My troops are here to punish Nichiren by death. 904 01:17:16,632 --> 01:17:17,770 Get him! 905 01:17:25,574 --> 01:17:28,578 Chunai! I'll stay and fight, and you go get Yoshitaka! 906 01:17:28,677 --> 01:17:31,351 Chugo vvill sacrifice his life for Nichiren. 907 01:17:31,447 --> 01:17:33,051 Yes! 908 01:17:54,069 --> 01:17:55,343 Teacher! 909 01:17:56,906 --> 01:17:59,386 Nichiro, leave this to me. 910 01:18:10,219 --> 01:18:11,391 Let's go! 911 01:18:11,487 --> 01:18:13,626 Hurray! 912 01:18:54,863 --> 01:18:56,865 Teacher! 913 01:18:59,201 --> 01:19:00,839 Teacher! 914 01:19:11,013 --> 01:19:12,788 Teacher! 915 01:19:17,753 --> 01:19:19,164 Teacher! 916 01:19:22,491 --> 01:19:24,493 Are you Kagenobu Tojo'? 917 01:19:25,027 --> 01:19:27,439 I'll punish you! 918 01:19:57,092 --> 01:19:59,436 Nichiren, this time you won't escape! 919 01:19:59,895 --> 01:20:03,638 I killed Yoshitaka Kudo. 920 01:20:07,736 --> 01:20:10,307 And now, you'll join yourfriend! 921 01:20:11,006 --> 01:20:12,076 Teacher... 922 01:20:12,174 --> 01:20:13,744 Bastard! 923 01:20:33,595 --> 01:20:36,269 Kyonin! Hold on! 924 01:20:36,665 --> 01:20:37,871 Kyonin! 925 01:20:41,603 --> 01:20:45,574 I'm so glad you're safe... 926 01:20:46,608 --> 01:20:48,747 Please, don't die! 927 01:20:50,045 --> 01:20:52,389 I'm a miserable man... 928 01:20:53,315 --> 01:20:55,317 Meeting you... 929 01:20:57,086 --> 01:20:59,828 was the only good thing in my life. 930 01:21:03,759 --> 01:21:06,137 Kyonin! 931 01:21:31,153 --> 01:21:37,365 Yoshitaka gave his life to save me. 932 01:21:38,494 --> 01:21:43,068 It was a big honor to know him. 933 01:21:46,034 --> 01:21:48,207 You mustn't give up. 934 01:21:49,071 --> 01:21:53,918 Yoshitaka didn't die for Nichiren. 935 01:21:54,810 --> 01:21:58,758 He gave his life for the Lotus Sutra. 936 01:22:01,550 --> 01:22:04,759 Now he can rest in peace. 937 01:22:06,555 --> 01:22:12,062 Fortune is important on the battlefield. He died, but you saved yourself. 938 01:22:12,161 --> 01:22:14,732 It would make him happy 939 01:22:14,997 --> 01:22:17,170 It's not only about Yoshitaka. 940 01:22:17,266 --> 01:22:21,408 Many young soldiers died too. 941 01:22:21,970 --> 01:22:27,044 Has Shakyamuni forsaken me'? 942 01:22:27,376 --> 01:22:29,549 What are you talking about? 943 01:22:30,012 --> 01:22:33,926 If you lose heart and fall into despair... 944 01:22:34,283 --> 01:22:39,096 vvho are your students going to follow? 945 01:22:44,827 --> 01:22:46,829 I beg you. 946 01:22:46,929 --> 01:22:50,706 Display your usual determination. 947 01:23:05,280 --> 01:23:06,554 Important news! 948 01:23:06,648 --> 01:23:11,529 Kagenobu Tojo suddenly fell off his horse and died. 949 01:23:11,620 --> 01:23:13,122 Tojo is dead'? 950 01:23:13,222 --> 01:23:14,200 Yes. 951 01:23:22,564 --> 01:23:28,981 Yoshitaka has been avenged. 952 01:23:37,346 --> 01:23:40,884 Nichiren, I vvant to ask you for a favor. 953 01:23:42,317 --> 01:23:45,924 Cut my hair. 954 01:23:46,321 --> 01:23:48,665 I vvant to become a nun. 955 01:23:50,792 --> 01:23:52,669 Are you serious? 956 01:23:53,362 --> 01:23:54,238 Yes. 957 01:24:19,521 --> 01:24:24,698 I'll become a nun in order to never leave your side. 958 01:24:26,295 --> 01:24:29,936 I'll pray for the dead until the day I die. 959 01:24:30,432 --> 01:24:31,911 I'm leaving this world... 960 01:24:32,634 --> 01:24:36,514 to bury the dead in the fields. 961 01:24:41,643 --> 01:24:44,624 Teacher, please begin. 962 01:25:11,840 --> 01:25:15,754 We can't waste time. Be quick. 963 01:25:22,684 --> 01:25:25,494 Time flies so fast. 964 01:25:26,121 --> 01:25:29,068 Four years ago my mother died. 965 01:25:29,558 --> 01:25:35,099 Tokiyori passed too. After that came the ruling of Tokimune. 966 01:25:35,831 --> 01:25:40,143 Thus, the shogunate befell the destiny that I had foretold. 967 01:25:40,369 --> 01:25:42,872 The Age of Degeneration began. 968 01:25:46,141 --> 01:25:51,454 IN 5 BUN'El (1268) MESSENGERS OF THE MONGOL KHAN CAME TO JAPAN 969 01:25:53,882 --> 01:25:57,125 I have received a letter from a monk named Nichiren. 970 01:25:58,487 --> 01:26:00,990 He writes, 'Read 'On Establishing the Correct Teaching' once again.' 971 01:26:01,089 --> 01:26:03,569 Nine years ago... 972 01:26:03,625 --> 01:26:07,539 Nichiren sent this treatise to your father, Tokiyori. 973 01:26:07,696 --> 01:26:09,039 So at that time... 974 01:26:09,498 --> 01:26:12,945 he already predicted a foreign invasion? 975 01:26:13,135 --> 01:26:16,309 That lousy monk wrote some nonsense. 976 01:26:17,439 --> 01:26:20,977 He predicted the collapse of the state. Has it not come true? 977 01:26:23,812 --> 01:26:28,659 Indeed, Nichiren foresaw the future. He has a gift. 978 01:26:29,084 --> 01:26:32,088 Maybe vve should meet with monk Nichiren again? 979 01:26:32,688 --> 01:26:35,396 Master, you mustn't do that. 980 01:26:35,490 --> 01:26:37,936 If you accept Nichiren's treatise... 981 01:26:37,993 --> 01:26:40,837 it will mean admitting the shogunate's defeat. 982 01:26:40,996 --> 01:26:46,275 You are right. It vvill mean losing face. 983 01:26:47,335 --> 01:26:51,681 Alright, vve won't respond to the letter. Throw it away 984 01:27:05,687 --> 01:27:12,297 IN 8 BUN'El (1271) KANTO REGION WAS STRUCK BY DROUGHT 985 01:27:46,561 --> 01:27:52,512 Teacher, on the shogunates orders, Ryokan from Gokurakuji temple... 986 01:27:52,567 --> 01:27:55,411 is conducting a prayer for rain. 987 01:27:55,470 --> 01:27:58,644 Teacher, maybe you should pray too'? 988 01:27:59,007 --> 01:28:02,921 I'm not going to pray for the shogunate. 989 01:28:05,013 --> 01:28:07,516 Please, pray for rain. 990 01:28:07,949 --> 01:28:12,056 If you save people from drought, you'll show the world the power of the Lotus Sutra. 991 01:28:12,721 --> 01:28:14,928 Now is the best time. 992 01:28:15,023 --> 01:28:16,093 Teacher! 993 01:28:42,717 --> 01:28:45,027 Nichiren, please, pray for rain. 994 01:28:45,120 --> 01:28:49,159 If it goes on like this, we'll all die of thirst. 995 01:28:49,257 --> 01:28:51,066 We beg you! 996 01:28:51,159 --> 01:28:52,934 Please! 997 01:28:57,199 --> 01:28:59,475 Let's go to Cape Reizangasaki. 998 01:28:59,568 --> 01:29:02,139 So you vvill do it'? 999 01:29:02,404 --> 01:29:03,974 I will pray 1000 01:29:04,906 --> 01:29:10,288 With my determined prayer, I'll let the heavens know of the suffering. 1001 01:29:12,080 --> 01:29:14,788 Thank you so much. Save us! 1002 01:29:26,661 --> 01:29:32,077 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1003 01:29:33,602 --> 01:29:36,173 What'? Nichiren is praying for rain'? 1004 01:30:01,863 --> 01:30:07,472 Ryokan couldn't do it, but Nichiren did. 1005 01:30:31,393 --> 01:30:35,671 Nichiren's prayer helped, and yours didn't. 1006 01:30:35,764 --> 01:30:40,235 If vve start to worship the Lotus Sutra, it vvill cause crisis and the country vvill be ruined. 1007 01:30:40,535 --> 01:30:42,811 We should address the people. 1008 01:30:43,405 --> 01:30:45,578 No way! 1009 01:30:45,807 --> 01:30:48,788 It would be tantamount to saying that the world vvill be in peace... 1010 01:30:48,810 --> 01:30:52,223 if Zen and Nembutsu monks are decapitated and their heads are put out 1011 01:30:52,347 --> 01:30:54,054 for everyone to see. 1012 01:30:57,285 --> 01:30:59,128 That's nonsense. 1013 01:30:59,220 --> 01:31:01,757 This is true. 1014 01:31:01,823 --> 01:31:04,326 Nichiren is a dangerous villain vvho wreaks havoc. 1015 01:31:04,392 --> 01:31:08,704 You have to stop him as soon as possible. 1016 01:31:09,364 --> 01:31:13,039 You must condemn Nichiren to death. 1017 01:31:18,740 --> 01:31:21,550 I order to send Nichiren into exile to a remote island. 1018 01:31:22,911 --> 01:31:23,912 Yes. 1019 01:31:24,012 --> 01:31:27,755 It's an unconvincing decision. It can't satisfy the people. 1020 01:31:28,149 --> 01:31:31,255 You have to show your power. 1021 01:31:31,353 --> 01:31:32,661 Ryokan! 1022 01:31:33,688 --> 01:31:36,897 You couldn't bring rain. 1023 01:31:39,094 --> 01:31:41,472 You're in no position to judge me. 1024 01:31:51,439 --> 01:31:57,685 Teacher, leave it to me. 1025 01:32:14,829 --> 01:32:15,933 Go ahead! 1026 01:32:55,770 --> 01:32:56,840 What are you doing'? 1027 01:32:56,938 --> 01:32:58,542 Stop it! 1028 01:32:59,507 --> 01:33:01,987 Teacher! Teacher! 1029 01:33:02,210 --> 01:33:03,211 Stop! 1030 01:33:04,312 --> 01:33:05,882 Teacher! 1031 01:33:07,282 --> 01:33:10,991 What are you doing'? 1032 01:33:11,086 --> 01:33:12,497 Teacher! 1033 01:33:13,888 --> 01:33:17,961 Teacher! 1034 01:33:18,159 --> 01:33:20,935 Teacher! 1035 01:33:21,229 --> 01:33:24,676 Teacher! 1036 01:33:32,874 --> 01:33:36,412 Stop resisting! It's a trap. 1037 01:33:44,786 --> 01:33:46,026 Monk Sho? 1038 01:34:04,906 --> 01:34:08,877 Nichiren, no matter hovv much you read the Lotus Sutra... 1039 01:34:09,544 --> 01:34:12,548 Shakyamuni can't help you. 1040 01:34:12,647 --> 01:34:17,790 Buddha vvill punish you for your evil deeds. 1041 01:34:18,920 --> 01:34:21,833 For insubordination and corruption of the people, 1042 01:34:21,956 --> 01:34:24,732 you're sentenced to exile on Sado Island. 1043 01:34:25,226 --> 01:34:31,734 By exile to Sado Island you mean beheading? 1044 01:34:43,545 --> 01:34:45,115 Stop! 1045 01:35:01,596 --> 01:35:04,577 I am talking to you, Hachiman Bodhisattva! 1046 01:35:05,099 --> 01:35:09,707 Hasn't Nichiren been preaching for your sake all this time? 1047 01:35:10,705 --> 01:35:14,812 I preached the Lotus Sutra... 1048 01:35:15,176 --> 01:35:17,281 in order to save all living beings from suffering. 1049 01:35:17,979 --> 01:35:24,055 Novv, after the foreign invasion, why have you forsaken Nichiren'? 1050 01:35:24,819 --> 01:35:30,360 Why kill Nichiren who's trying to overcome the crisis? 1051 01:35:30,992 --> 01:35:35,168 It's going to be a huge loss for Japan! 1052 01:35:35,363 --> 01:35:42,406 Hachiman Bodhisattva, answer me! 1053 01:35:55,817 --> 01:35:58,058 Teacher! 1054 01:36:03,658 --> 01:36:06,332 Teacher, I have a request. 1055 01:36:06,461 --> 01:36:09,533 Wherever you go, I vvant to go with you. 1056 01:36:10,098 --> 01:36:11,907 Please. 1057 01:36:12,500 --> 01:36:14,207 Teacher! I beg you! 1058 01:36:14,502 --> 01:36:19,110 Kingo, if I die for the Lotus Sutra... 1059 01:36:19,540 --> 01:36:21,281 do not grieve. 1060 01:36:21,476 --> 01:36:22,614 Teacher! 1061 01:36:22,710 --> 01:36:25,122 Get this idiot out of here! 1062 01:36:44,565 --> 01:36:48,570 KATASE (SUBURBS OF KAMAKURA), TATSUNOKUCHI 1063 01:37:44,625 --> 01:37:46,627 I sentenced him to exile on Sado Island. 1064 01:37:46,694 --> 01:37:49,300 I don't recall saying anything about execution in Tatsunokuchi! 1065 01:37:50,031 --> 01:37:51,840 On whose orders? 1066 01:37:52,367 --> 01:37:54,870 Send a messenger to save Nichiren immediately! 1067 01:38:05,313 --> 01:38:09,489 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1068 01:38:10,985 --> 01:38:14,523 Come on, out his head off! 1069 01:38:14,622 --> 01:38:15,623 NOW! 1070 01:38:20,094 --> 01:38:23,041 Do it! Now! 1071 01:39:44,278 --> 01:39:45,757 Teacher! 1072 01:39:49,150 --> 01:39:52,688 Where is Nichiren'? 1073 01:39:52,920 --> 01:39:54,763 Over here! 1074 01:39:55,523 --> 01:40:00,097 Nichiren! You're saved! 1075 01:40:00,862 --> 01:40:05,277 Regent has ordered to cancel the execution. 1076 01:40:09,103 --> 01:40:11,674 Teacher! 1077 01:40:20,615 --> 01:40:25,030 HASE IN KAMAKURA MITSUNORI YADOYA'S HOUSE 1078 01:40:32,793 --> 01:40:35,364 I wonder what Teacher is doing now. 1079 01:40:36,731 --> 01:40:41,703 I heard he's awaiting departure in the Echi village in Sagami. 1080 01:40:50,211 --> 01:40:51,417 Nichiro! 1081 01:40:53,347 --> 01:40:54,917 Nichiro! 1082 01:40:55,216 --> 01:40:57,628 Mitsunori, how's Teacher? 1083 01:40:57,718 --> 01:41:00,198 Thank god he's safe. 1084 01:41:00,888 --> 01:41:03,095 Here's a letter from him. 1085 01:41:04,258 --> 01:41:09,435 If it wasn't for me, it wouldn't have reached you. 1086 01:41:10,431 --> 01:41:13,571 Don't lose heart. Wait for your time. 1087 01:41:19,974 --> 01:41:23,786 Tomorrow, I'm going to Sado Island. 1088 01:41:23,878 --> 01:41:26,119 This night is cold. 1089 01:41:26,213 --> 01:41:31,253 Ifs very sad being in prison. 1090 01:41:32,019 --> 01:41:38,595 If you get free, come next spring. 1091 01:41:38,693 --> 01:41:42,641 Maybe we'll see each other again, maybe not. 1092 01:41:45,433 --> 01:41:50,075 Teacher! The fact that I'm not with you... 1093 01:41:50,538 --> 01:41:53,348 the fact that I can't say goodbye... 1094 01:41:55,576 --> 01:41:57,613 is unbearable. 1095 01:42:49,230 --> 01:42:53,042 TERADOMARI, ECHIGO PROVINCE 1096 01:42:55,870 --> 01:42:59,147 In such weather, no one knows when the boat vvill set off. 1097 01:42:59,240 --> 01:43:02,050 Go back to Kamakura. 1098 01:43:02,543 --> 01:43:04,386 We won't leave you. 1099 01:43:04,712 --> 01:43:07,124 We have to accompany you to Sado. 1100 01:43:07,181 --> 01:43:08,626 Let us stay 1101 01:43:09,016 --> 01:43:14,090 No. After I leave, go back to other devotees in Kamakura. 1102 01:43:14,855 --> 01:43:19,326 Nichiro is in prison. We don't know where Nissho is. 1103 01:43:19,794 --> 01:43:23,298 You have to protect the teaching. 1104 01:43:23,664 --> 01:43:27,544 We worry about your health in such cold. 1105 01:43:27,635 --> 01:43:28,807 We'll go with you. 1106 01:43:28,903 --> 01:43:30,678 I don't need your pity 1107 01:43:31,972 --> 01:43:33,610 Nichiren won't die. 1108 01:43:33,941 --> 01:43:38,617 Not until the Lotus Sutra spreads across the whole of Japan. 1109 01:43:39,714 --> 01:43:45,164 No matter hovv cold the winter is on Sado or hovv long I'm persecuted... 1110 01:43:45,519 --> 01:43:50,195 I'll survive to spread the teaching of Shakyamuni. 1111 01:43:52,860 --> 01:43:55,773 The boat is ready We're leaving now. 1112 01:43:58,099 --> 01:43:59,271 Teacher! 1113 01:43:59,600 --> 01:44:04,049 Go back immediately Don't watch the boat leave. 1114 01:44:14,682 --> 01:44:17,788 Teacher! 1115 01:44:23,724 --> 01:44:25,635 Teacher! 1116 01:44:35,002 --> 01:44:36,640 Hamayu? 1117 01:44:36,837 --> 01:44:38,783 I missed you so much. 1118 01:44:39,273 --> 01:44:43,881 Rumors about your exile to Sado reached Awa. 1119 01:44:44,078 --> 01:44:47,491 And I set off immediately to say goodbye to you. 1120 01:44:47,581 --> 01:44:51,154 With your poor health, you came all this way 1121 01:44:53,120 --> 01:44:56,124 I'm so glad to see you. 1122 01:44:56,290 --> 01:45:00,739 You've suffered so much. 1123 01:45:00,795 --> 01:45:04,937 You too. Because of me, you lost Yoshitaka. 1124 01:45:05,466 --> 01:45:08,777 And you're still suffering. 1125 01:45:11,305 --> 01:45:15,185 You must be very lonely in Awa. 1126 01:45:15,810 --> 01:45:19,189 It pains me to think about it. 1127 01:45:19,446 --> 01:45:23,895 No matter what you think, for the sake of Yoshitaka you must live long... 1128 01:45:24,251 --> 01:45:26,697 and spread the teaching of Buddha. 1129 01:45:29,156 --> 01:45:32,296 I've made this belt for you. 1130 01:45:32,393 --> 01:45:35,101 It's stuffed with cotton wool to make it warmer. 1131 01:45:36,230 --> 01:45:39,234 It must be cold on Sado Island. 1132 01:45:40,201 --> 01:45:43,910 I vvant you to have something from me. 1133 01:45:44,371 --> 01:45:46,544 Put it on and get warm. 1134 01:45:50,044 --> 01:45:53,753 You're so kind. 1135 01:46:10,531 --> 01:46:14,001 Teacher, do you remember'? 1136 01:46:14,101 --> 01:46:16,342 When vve were children... 1137 01:46:16,570 --> 01:46:19,346 we used to watch the sun rise above the sea in Awa. 1138 01:46:19,440 --> 01:46:21,215 I remember. 1139 01:46:21,675 --> 01:46:25,316 We wanted to chase the sun then. 1140 01:46:27,214 --> 01:46:29,387 And today... 1141 01:46:29,683 --> 01:46:33,563 you're going out into this dark, rough sea. 1142 01:46:36,891 --> 01:46:40,668 Hamayu, even if I never see the sun again... 1143 01:46:40,928 --> 01:46:46,173 I'm ready to go out into the rough sea right now. 1144 01:46:51,071 --> 01:46:54,143 Get in the boat, now! 1145 01:46:55,876 --> 01:47:03,090 Hamayu, I Won't forget your kindness until the day I die. 1146 01:47:05,286 --> 01:47:11,931 I'll constantly pray for you on this journey 1147 01:47:18,832 --> 01:47:20,903 Teacher! 1148 01:47:41,221 --> 01:47:46,193 IN 8 BUN'El (1271) NICHIREN REACHED SADO 1149 01:48:17,024 --> 01:48:18,560 Hey! 1150 01:48:20,894 --> 01:48:23,033 Where do you come from'? 1151 01:48:23,197 --> 01:48:26,110 I used to live in Kamakura. 1152 01:48:26,166 --> 01:48:29,272 But then I was sent here to suffer alone. 1153 01:48:29,370 --> 01:48:30,906 Kamakura'? 1154 01:48:31,138 --> 01:48:34,881 People talk about some monk of the Lotus Sutra, is that you'? 1155 01:48:35,075 --> 01:48:39,546 Yes, I preach the Lotus Sutra. My name's Nichiren. 1156 01:48:39,680 --> 01:48:43,651 I'm looking for Sammaido in Tsukahara to preach there. 1157 01:48:44,752 --> 01:48:48,461 Alright, I'll show you the way 1158 01:49:23,991 --> 01:49:27,029 What are you doing'? Who are you'? 1159 01:49:30,798 --> 01:49:32,800 I'm monk Abutsu and I practice Nembutsu. 1160 01:49:33,467 --> 01:49:39,315 I won't tolerate a devotee of the Lotus Sutra on this island! 1161 01:49:39,406 --> 01:49:42,182 Wait! Why resort to violence? 1162 01:49:42,443 --> 01:49:44,116 Let's talk! 1163 01:49:44,211 --> 01:49:49,957 I'm a samurai of dethroned Emperor Juntoku, sent into exile on Sado. 1164 01:49:50,384 --> 01:49:52,990 My name's Saemonnojo Tamemori Endo. 1165 01:49:55,122 --> 01:50:00,868 I'm fulfilling the last vvill of Emperor Juntoku vvho practiced Nembutsu. 1166 01:50:01,695 --> 01:50:05,871 I've been praying here for the happiness in the afterlife for over 30 years. 1167 01:50:06,567 --> 01:50:12,108 For the sake of Emperor, I won't let heresy take root on this island. 1168 01:50:12,206 --> 01:50:15,153 Prepare for death, Nichiren! 1169 01:50:15,242 --> 01:50:16,448 “Bit! 1170 01:50:16,543 --> 01:50:21,049 Why did Emperor leave this will? 1171 01:50:21,148 --> 01:50:25,824 Do you vvant to help dethroned Emperor get into the Pure Land of Amida'? 1172 01:50:28,122 --> 01:50:29,760 Hold on... 1173 01:50:33,127 --> 01:50:38,236 Hovv can a vassal influence a nobleman's punishment? 1174 01:50:38,332 --> 01:50:41,836 Can an ordinary man fix the deceased one's mistakes in the Age of Degeneration? 1175 01:50:41,969 --> 01:50:44,540 What are you going to achieve this way? 1176 01:51:12,065 --> 01:51:15,012 I'm just an exiled monk... 1177 01:51:15,135 --> 01:51:19,481 sent by Shakyamuni in this Age of Degeneration. 1178 01:51:19,740 --> 01:51:23,313 I won't die until I reach my goal. 1179 01:52:18,198 --> 01:52:21,873 SAMMAIDO, TSUKAHARA 1180 01:52:28,242 --> 01:52:34,887 I'm Nichiren. Last September, in Tatsunokuchi, I was beheaded. 1181 01:52:35,182 --> 01:52:38,823 Now my spirit has been reborn on Sado Island. 1182 01:52:39,086 --> 01:52:44,729 I lead a life of poverty among the snow of Tsukahara, protected by Buddha. 1183 01:52:45,125 --> 01:52:51,804 I have become the Foundation of Japan... the Essence of Japan... the Arc of Japan... 1184 01:52:52,299 --> 01:52:56,577 This is my mission. 1185 01:53:06,680 --> 01:53:11,959 IN 9 BUN'El (1272) NICHIREN WROTE 'THE OPENING OF THE EYES' 1186 01:53:26,433 --> 01:53:28,413 Excuse me! 1187 01:53:35,976 --> 01:53:42,120 I'm sorry we've come without warning. Finally we're here. 1188 01:53:43,350 --> 01:53:47,526 I thought you must be starving here. 1189 01:53:47,621 --> 01:53:48,861 Thank you. 1190 01:53:49,489 --> 01:53:54,962 'If we leave Nichiren in this hut in Tsukahara, in winter he'll die.' 1191 01:53:55,429 --> 01:53:59,104 That's what people from the government thought. 1192 01:54:00,267 --> 01:54:06,548 I have to thank Abutsu and Sennichi for still being alive. 1193 01:54:08,709 --> 01:54:13,556 Not at all. We're your humble servants. 1194 01:54:13,947 --> 01:54:16,689 You opened our eyes. 1195 01:54:17,351 --> 01:54:21,128 Finally there's a wife for Teacher. 1196 01:54:21,355 --> 01:54:23,357 Stop it! 1197 01:54:23,657 --> 01:54:26,900 Well, time to make dinner. 1198 01:54:33,033 --> 01:54:38,176 I'm looking for Sammaido. Is it here'? 1199 01:54:38,939 --> 01:54:41,715 Yes, it's here. 1200 01:54:45,212 --> 01:54:50,753 What's wrong with you'? Get up! 1201 01:54:57,891 --> 01:54:59,893 Nichiro, it's you'? 1202 01:55:01,328 --> 01:55:02,966 Teacher! 1203 01:55:03,430 --> 01:55:05,637 My god! Nichiro! 1204 01:55:05,732 --> 01:55:06,870 Is this really you'? 1205 01:55:06,933 --> 01:55:08,139 Yes. 1206 01:55:08,268 --> 01:55:12,375 I'm so happy you're here! 1207 01:55:12,973 --> 01:55:17,319 Hovv long did you have to languish in jail? 1208 01:55:17,411 --> 01:55:20,449 I didn't forget about you for a single day 1209 01:55:20,981 --> 01:55:27,762 Neither did I, Teacher. I kept thinking about your suffering on the snowy island. 1210 01:55:30,357 --> 01:55:31,597 Nichiro... 1211 01:55:40,100 --> 01:55:46,051 You've come such a long way from Kamakura. You must be hungry 1212 01:55:46,606 --> 01:55:51,419 Nichiren must be happy to have such a student. 1213 01:55:51,511 --> 01:55:53,115 Eat some more. 1214 01:55:53,213 --> 01:55:57,025 No, thank you. 1215 01:55:57,551 --> 01:56:02,125 You'll feel better now that you're with Nichiren. 1216 01:56:02,222 --> 01:56:03,223 Yes. 1217 01:56:05,392 --> 01:56:09,465 Teacher, everything that you foretold in 'On Establishing the Correct Teaching' 1218 01:56:09,563 --> 01:56:11,133 has come true. 1219 01:56:14,000 --> 01:56:15,775 A civil war broke out. 1220 01:56:17,170 --> 01:56:23,985 Tokisuke, Regent Tokimune's stepbrother, angry at not becoming regent himself .. 1221 01:56:24,845 --> 01:56:29,055 Started a coup in Rokuhara. 1222 01:56:29,749 --> 01:56:33,891 He gathered massive troops and headed for Kamakura. 1223 01:56:34,454 --> 01:56:36,991 Chaos came to Kyoto. 1224 01:56:37,524 --> 01:56:42,974 Fortunately Tokisuke was defeated, and the situation calmed down. 1225 01:56:43,663 --> 01:56:48,237 When the civil war was over, messengers of the Mongol Khan arrived. 1226 01:56:48,702 --> 01:56:53,447 Your accurate predictions earned you a lot of respect in Kamakura. 1227 01:56:53,874 --> 01:56:57,321 Regent Tokimune was especially impressed. 1228 01:56:57,477 --> 01:57:01,755 They say that soon you'll be pardoned. 1229 01:57:02,349 --> 01:57:04,556 There are rumors circulating. 1230 01:57:04,684 --> 01:57:06,425 Nichiro, is it really true'? 1231 01:57:06,520 --> 01:57:09,660 Yes. I heard that Yadoya Mitsunori and Tomikijonin... 1232 01:57:09,756 --> 01:57:11,963 submitted such a request. 1233 01:57:12,058 --> 01:57:13,059 It's great. 1234 01:57:13,093 --> 01:57:16,336 Teacher, congratulations! You did it. 1235 01:57:16,429 --> 01:57:19,740 I'm not a prophet, I'm an ordinary human. 1236 01:57:19,833 --> 01:57:23,747 I just said what might happen. 1237 01:57:23,837 --> 01:57:27,580 Teacher, there's not much left to wait. 1238 01:57:29,543 --> 01:57:35,357 There's a long time until spring. The war vvill continue. 1239 01:57:42,355 --> 01:57:44,028 Teacher! 1240 01:57:44,190 --> 01:57:46,136 Teacher! 1241 01:57:47,460 --> 01:57:49,736 Teacher! 1242 01:57:51,431 --> 01:57:52,876 My wife and I... 1243 01:57:53,133 --> 01:57:56,114 we'll stay on Sado Island for the rest of our lives. 1244 01:57:56,169 --> 01:58:00,208 We vvill preserve your teaching! 1245 01:58:00,307 --> 01:58:05,222 Maybe one day we'll meet again! 1246 01:58:07,914 --> 01:58:14,832 IN 'IO BUN'El (1273) NICl-IIREN WAS PARDONED AND RETURNED TO KAMAKURA 1247 01:58:27,233 --> 01:58:29,235 Teacher! 1248 01:58:47,554 --> 01:58:49,295 I'm so glad you're back. 1249 01:58:54,094 --> 01:58:55,698 Welcome back! 1250 01:58:58,732 --> 01:59:01,770 Welcome back! 1251 01:59:11,411 --> 01:59:13,322 Teacher! 1252 01:59:14,047 --> 01:59:15,958 Teacher! 1253 01:59:27,861 --> 01:59:32,139 So you are monk Nichiren vvho preaches the Lotus Sutra'? 1254 01:59:33,099 --> 01:59:35,636 I have endured many trials and tribulations. 1255 01:59:35,735 --> 01:59:40,241 But I'm ready to sacrifice my life for the Lotus Sutra. 1256 01:59:40,640 --> 01:59:45,885 Are you still opposed to Zen, Nembutsu, and Shingon sects? 1257 01:59:46,312 --> 01:59:50,920 Anyone vvho speaks against the Lotus Sutra... 1258 01:59:51,217 --> 01:59:55,165 even if it is Regent himself, is my enemy 1259 01:59:55,789 --> 01:59:58,030 Shut up! Bastard! 1260 01:59:58,358 --> 01:59:59,496 Quiet. 1261 02:00:02,162 --> 02:00:05,439 This monk foretold the Mongol invasion. 1262 02:00:05,765 --> 02:00:09,474 You said that Mongolia vvill attack Japan. 1263 02:00:10,704 --> 02:00:13,082 You vvant to know when? 1264 02:00:13,173 --> 02:00:14,481 Yes. 1265 02:00:15,675 --> 02:00:17,712 This year. 1266 02:00:18,812 --> 02:00:20,553 This year? 1267 02:00:21,548 --> 02:00:26,019 Monk Nichiren, I ask you to pray for me. 1268 02:00:26,319 --> 02:00:28,356 What for'? 1269 02:00:28,755 --> 02:00:31,201 I vvant you to make peace with everyone. 1270 02:00:31,391 --> 02:00:34,929 I vvant you to fight against our enemies together with the other sects. 1271 02:00:35,595 --> 02:00:39,065 Together with the other sects? 1272 02:00:39,399 --> 02:00:40,810 Exactly 1273 02:00:41,201 --> 02:00:45,308 Consider this official recognition of the Lotus Sutra sect. 1274 02:00:45,872 --> 02:00:49,081 You can build temples and preach. 1275 02:00:49,976 --> 02:00:53,514 The shogunate grants you 2,500 acres of land. 1276 02:00:53,680 --> 02:00:55,819 I refuse. 1277 02:00:56,750 --> 02:00:57,751 Many? 1278 02:01:01,387 --> 02:01:05,028 The true way of Buddha is only the Lotus Sutra. 1279 02:01:05,425 --> 02:01:07,336 I have been fighting for it... 1280 02:01:07,761 --> 02:01:12,676 for the last 5O years. 1281 02:01:13,299 --> 02:01:17,042 I don't need temples or land. 1282 02:01:17,170 --> 02:01:19,207 All I need is the word. 1283 02:01:19,672 --> 02:01:27,284 I vvant Regent to say that he converts to my faith. 1284 02:01:27,714 --> 02:01:31,719 Bastard! Do you vvant to be exiled again? 1285 02:01:31,818 --> 02:01:33,491 Shut up! 1286 02:01:33,686 --> 02:01:36,690 I'm not talking to you! 1287 02:01:37,390 --> 02:01:40,200 I'm talking to Regent. 1288 02:01:41,027 --> 02:01:44,634 The country's faith is decided by Regent. 1289 02:01:45,865 --> 02:01:48,277 Regent's faith is the country's faith. 1290 02:01:48,535 --> 02:01:52,881 Do you vvant the faith in the Lotus Sutra to become the official religion'? 1291 02:01:52,972 --> 02:01:54,918 Exactly 1292 02:01:55,074 --> 02:01:59,887 If vve unite in one faith and pray together... 1293 02:02:00,079 --> 02:02:04,858 Mongolia vvill be defeated. 1294 02:02:04,951 --> 02:02:09,024 Novv, when danger is so close... 1295 02:02:09,756 --> 02:02:13,966 you have to make the decision as soon as possible. 1296 02:02:16,996 --> 02:02:20,773 I implore you! 1297 02:02:26,306 --> 02:02:29,253 I understand your position... 1298 02:02:29,709 --> 02:02:32,622 but I refuse to grant your request. 1299 02:02:32,745 --> 02:02:35,021 And yet I ask you. 1300 02:02:35,114 --> 02:02:36,115 No! 1301 02:02:36,916 --> 02:02:41,262 The shogunate does not recognize the supremacy of any one religion. 1302 02:02:42,088 --> 02:02:44,193 Regent Tokimune does not agree with this. 1303 02:02:53,199 --> 02:02:54,974 Calm clown! 1304 02:02:56,402 --> 02:03:00,714 What cowardice! You should be ashamed! You are Kamakura samurai, after all! 1305 02:03:02,175 --> 02:03:04,485 You're making a fuss about some nonsense. 1306 02:03:04,677 --> 02:03:08,124 Hovv are you going to fight against Mongols? 1307 02:03:15,321 --> 02:03:16,823 Monk Nichiren... 1308 02:03:18,191 --> 02:03:20,228 I vvill ask you one more time. 1309 02:03:20,760 --> 02:03:23,639 Are you ready to fight by my side? 1310 02:03:28,234 --> 02:03:30,236 Answer me! 1311 02:03:33,006 --> 02:03:34,246 I refuse. 1312 02:03:48,788 --> 02:03:52,258 I know what is on your mind. 1313 02:03:53,126 --> 02:03:58,439 If you want to send me into exile for the third time... 1314 02:03:59,399 --> 02:04:04,212 I'm ready to go. 1315 02:04:28,995 --> 02:04:31,532 It is pointless. 1316 02:04:32,298 --> 02:04:36,246 What have I fought for for 5O years? 1317 02:04:36,669 --> 02:04:41,584 To live in a hut overlooking Mount Fuji and preach the Lotus Sutra... 1318 02:04:41,808 --> 02:04:48,453 is it not what I dreamed of? 1319 02:04:49,148 --> 02:04:53,062 Without saying a word to anyone, I left Kamakura. 1320 02:04:53,286 --> 02:04:59,396 I became an ordinary pilgrim, roaming around Japan. 1321 02:04:59,726 --> 02:05:02,434 One day... 1322 02:05:02,562 --> 02:05:10,538 I came to Minobu, to my follower Nanbu Sanenaga. 1323 02:05:12,405 --> 02:05:20,017 AS NICHIREN FORETOLD, IN 11 BUN'El THE MONGOL ARMY ATTACKED HAKATA 1324 02:05:29,889 --> 02:05:35,862 THE BATTLE ENDED IN DEFEAT OF MONGOLS DUE TO A SUDDEN HURRICANE 1325 02:05:43,703 --> 02:05:46,946 MOUNT MINOBU, KAI PROVINCE 1326 02:05:49,575 --> 02:05:53,523 The Awa Mountains aren't visible today 1327 02:05:53,913 --> 02:05:58,987 Teacher, ever since you moved to Minobu... 1328 02:05:59,252 --> 02:06:05,259 you have been praying on the top every morning no matter the weather. 1329 02:06:05,358 --> 02:06:08,100 It's been five years. 1330 02:06:08,227 --> 02:06:14,109 I ask my father and mother for forgiveness every day 1331 02:06:15,234 --> 02:06:21,674 I've been fighting for the Lotus Sutra for many years... 1332 02:06:22,542 --> 02:06:25,887 but I did nothing for them. 1333 02:06:26,946 --> 02:06:31,759 I'm guilty I hope they forgive me. 1334 02:06:33,619 --> 02:06:38,568 As I age and become wiser, I remember my parents more often. 1335 02:06:40,193 --> 02:06:42,434 My heart aches all the time. 1336 02:06:48,367 --> 02:06:49,869 Welcome back! 1337 02:06:49,936 --> 02:06:51,108 Nichiko! 1338 02:06:53,573 --> 02:06:54,847 Nambu! 1339 02:06:56,209 --> 02:06:59,850 I've arrived because of urgent business. 1340 02:07:07,386 --> 02:07:12,768 I'm always glad to see you. I owe you so much. 1341 02:07:12,825 --> 02:07:13,963 Not at all. 1342 02:07:14,260 --> 02:07:17,798 Nichiko, you used to work in Suruga... 1343 02:07:17,897 --> 02:07:21,276 and I'm glad to see you in Minobu. 1344 02:07:21,367 --> 02:07:25,338 Teacher, something terrible happened. 1345 02:07:25,638 --> 02:07:29,609 Ryokan from Gokurakuji incited Regent... 1346 02:07:29,742 --> 02:07:33,884 to persecute devotees of the Lotus Sutra. 1347 02:07:38,818 --> 02:07:43,096 In Suruga, Kunishige Shiro and 20 more people... 1348 02:07:43,189 --> 02:07:46,534 men and women, were arrested and deported to Kamakura. 1349 02:07:52,932 --> 02:07:54,343 Renounce your faith! 1350 02:08:00,306 --> 02:08:05,517 Nichiren won't cry Nichiren never does! 1351 02:08:05,611 --> 02:08:10,788 Innocent people vvho followed me... 1352 02:08:11,083 --> 02:08:14,929 were killed or subjected to cruel torture. 1353 02:08:15,855 --> 02:08:23,296 When I think about it, my heart bleeds! 1354 02:08:51,891 --> 02:08:55,896 If you vvant to save your life, say: 'Namu Amida Butsu!' 1355 02:08:57,597 --> 02:09:00,373 If you do, you won't be shot. 1356 02:09:01,100 --> 02:09:05,048 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1357 02:09:05,104 --> 02:09:06,105 Shoot! 1358 02:09:09,308 --> 02:09:12,289 Say: 'Namu Amida Butsu!' 1359 02:09:12,378 --> 02:09:16,121 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1360 02:09:20,653 --> 02:09:24,260 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1361 02:09:24,357 --> 02:09:26,598 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1362 02:09:27,260 --> 02:09:29,968 Shoot them! 1363 02:09:32,231 --> 02:09:35,872 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1364 02:09:35,968 --> 02:09:37,106 Shoot! 1365 02:09:37,203 --> 02:09:40,878 They're still not dead! Shoot again! 1366 02:09:42,241 --> 02:09:47,418 Namu Myoho Renge Kyo! 1367 02:10:03,863 --> 02:10:08,073 Teacher, you have to get a grip on yourself. 1368 02:10:08,834 --> 02:10:12,680 I've been trying so hard all my life... 1369 02:10:12,738 --> 02:10:16,948 and all I get is this terrible consequence. 1370 02:10:17,209 --> 02:10:20,952 After these events, more calamities vvill follow. 1371 02:10:21,047 --> 02:10:24,290 Invasion and devastation vvill strike Japan again. 1372 02:10:24,483 --> 02:10:28,590 Mongols vvill attack us again! 1373 02:10:28,721 --> 02:10:33,534 Gods Bonten, Taishaku, Jitsugetsu, Shitenno... 1374 02:10:33,626 --> 02:10:36,937 do not punish Japan for bad rulers. 1375 02:10:37,029 --> 02:10:41,500 Become our guardians and turn the Mongol troops away! 1376 02:10:41,701 --> 02:10:44,580 Kyoto and Kamakura vvill be burnt down. 1377 02:10:44,737 --> 02:10:49,652 Art and war craft vvill perish, land vvill be covered with blood. 1378 02:10:49,742 --> 02:10:57,160 Everything vvill be destroyed and burnt to the ground! 1379 02:10:59,852 --> 02:11:03,925 Everyone vvho was cruel to believers in the true way of Buddha... 1380 02:11:04,023 --> 02:11:08,438 all Regent's warriors - terrible punishment awaits them! 1381 02:11:08,561 --> 02:11:10,939 They vvill all burn in hell. 1382 02:11:11,030 --> 02:11:15,570 They vvill suffer forever! 1383 02:11:18,871 --> 02:11:25,516 IN JULY, 4 KOAN (1281) THE MONGOL ARMY ATTEMPTED A NEW ATTACK 1384 02:12:08,087 --> 02:12:13,093 I warned that if people don't have faith in the Lotus Sutra, the country vvill perish. 1385 02:12:13,192 --> 02:12:19,199 But the Mongol armada was swallowed by the sea, and Japan was saved. 1386 02:12:19,765 --> 02:12:24,339 Everyone vvill laugh at my predictions now. 1387 02:12:25,004 --> 02:12:27,951 You shouldn't think like that. 1388 02:12:28,774 --> 02:12:30,185 Do you regret saying that? 1389 02:12:30,843 --> 02:12:33,323 No, I don't regret anything. 1390 02:12:33,879 --> 02:12:39,454 I know that the true teaching of Shakyamuni is in the Lotus Sutra, and I fight for it. 1391 02:12:39,552 --> 02:12:43,056 I preached this truth all around Japan... 1392 02:12:43,155 --> 02:12:49,629 and I fought against the faith in the Pure Land of Amida every day 1393 02:12:50,029 --> 02:12:55,069 I didn't rest a single day I kept fighting. 1394 02:12:56,969 --> 02:12:59,609 I have no regrets. 1395 02:13:04,877 --> 02:13:09,087 Teacher, winters on Minobu are severe. 1396 02:13:09,181 --> 02:13:13,391 Why don't vve go to a warmer place? 1397 02:13:13,552 --> 02:13:16,658 In Hitachi lands belonging to Nambu... 1398 02:13:16,755 --> 02:13:19,599 there are great hot springs. 1399 02:13:19,825 --> 02:13:23,534 I'm an ascetic of the Lotus Sutra... 1400 02:13:23,762 --> 02:13:28,643 and I'll end my life on Mount Minobu. 1401 02:14:18,250 --> 02:14:23,290 Teacher, Mount Fuji is so beautiful. 1402 02:14:34,466 --> 02:14:39,643 I'll never forget Fuji the way it is today 1403 02:14:47,046 --> 02:14:49,026 Never. 1404 02:14:49,415 --> 02:14:56,333 When someone says 'never', they mean 'until death'. 1405 02:14:56,755 --> 02:15:02,364 It seems I won't make it to Hitachi springs. 1406 02:15:03,462 --> 02:15:07,239 MUNENAKA IKEGAMIS HOUSE, MUSASHI PROVINCE 1407 02:15:21,647 --> 02:15:23,024 Ben! 1408 02:15:23,082 --> 02:15:24,117 Yes? 1409 02:15:24,516 --> 02:15:30,797 When I die, bury me on Mount Minobu. 1410 02:15:30,889 --> 02:15:33,995 What are you talking about, Teacher? 1411 02:15:34,660 --> 02:15:42,636 When vve studied on Mount Hiei together, I thought I could do anything. 1412 02:15:43,669 --> 02:15:49,176 However, one human life... 1413 02:15:50,676 --> 02:15:53,247 is not enough. 1414 02:15:54,380 --> 02:15:57,020 My mission... 1415 02:16:01,020 --> 02:16:07,369 My mission, as Dengyo Daishi's, was to protect the Lotus Sutra... 1416 02:16:07,459 --> 02:16:11,839 and to pass it to next generations. 1417 02:16:11,997 --> 02:16:17,037 But haven't you helped this beautiful flower to blossom? 1418 02:16:18,070 --> 02:16:21,540 No, the flower hasn't blossomed out yet. 1419 02:16:22,474 --> 02:16:28,288 You and generations to follow vvill see it blossom... 1420 02:16:30,482 --> 02:16:34,089 but it hasn't happened yet. 1421 02:16:35,087 --> 02:16:41,697 Let the trunk grow, branches stretch in all directions, and leaves open... 1422 02:16:42,261 --> 02:16:45,333 in order to pass it on to generations to follow. 1423 02:16:46,331 --> 02:16:52,009 Every man's life comes to an end. 1424 02:16:53,372 --> 02:16:55,716 You might not see the day... 1425 02:16:57,876 --> 02:17:02,689 when the flower vvill blossom. 1426 02:17:03,549 --> 02:17:06,689 Teacher, don't give up! 1427 02:17:07,052 --> 02:17:11,000 'I won't die until the Lotus Sutra spreads across the whole of Japan.' 1428 02:17:11,690 --> 02:17:15,160 That's what you've always said. 1429 02:17:16,695 --> 02:17:17,833 Yes. 1430 02:17:18,530 --> 02:17:25,243 Spreading the Lotus Sutra across Japan was my dream... 1431 02:17:25,337 --> 02:17:27,408 An unfulfilled dream! 1432 02:17:28,440 --> 02:17:30,442 This dream... 1433 02:17:31,610 --> 02:17:37,856 I vvant to pass on to the six of you. 1434 02:17:44,156 --> 02:17:49,538 In order for the light of the Lotus Sutra not to disappear after I die... 1435 02:17:49,628 --> 02:17:52,939 pass it on to eternity! 1436 02:17:55,367 --> 02:17:57,472 Grant my request. 1437 02:17:59,471 --> 02:18:01,951 Will you do this for me'? 1438 02:18:06,311 --> 02:18:10,157 I'm asking each one of you. 1439 02:18:12,084 --> 02:18:13,586 Ben? 1440 02:18:14,486 --> 02:18:15,556 Yes. 1441 02:18:16,455 --> 02:18:17,627 Nichiro? 1442 02:18:18,724 --> 02:18:19,725 Yes. 1443 02:18:20,259 --> 02:18:21,738 Nichiko'? 1444 02:18:21,994 --> 02:18:22,995 Yes. 1445 02:18:23,662 --> 02:18:24,834 Nikko'? 1446 02:18:25,130 --> 02:18:26,131 Yes. 1447 02:18:26,732 --> 02:18:28,006 Nissho'? 1448 02:18:28,300 --> 02:18:29,335 Yes. 1449 02:18:29,835 --> 02:18:31,007 Nichiji'? 1450 02:18:31,103 --> 02:18:32,104 Yes. 1451 02:18:33,372 --> 02:18:35,909 My dream... 1452 02:18:36,775 --> 02:18:42,225 My dream... no matter what... 1453 02:18:42,314 --> 02:18:44,851 No matter what! 1454 02:18:50,022 --> 02:18:54,493 IN 5 KOAN (1282) OCTOBER 13 IN IKEGAMI, MUSASHI PROVINCE... 1455 02:18:54,493 --> 02:18:58,168 NICHIREN DIED AT THE AGE OF 61 1456 02:19:02,634 --> 02:19:06,047 Cast: 1457 02:19:06,338 --> 02:19:09,911 Kinnosuke Yorozuya 1458 02:19:10,409 --> 02:19:14,949 Katsuo Nakamura Keiko Matsuzaka 1459 02:19:15,447 --> 02:19:19,953 Kunie Tanaka Toshiyuki Nagashima Mitsuo Nakamura 1460 02:19:20,385 --> 02:19:24,959 Takahiro Tamura Kyoko Kishida 1461 02:19:25,390 --> 02:19:30,305 lchiro Nikatani Asao Sano Asao Koike Shinjiro Ebara 1462 02:19:30,729 --> 02:19:35,644 Goro lbuki Shinsuke Mikimoto Shunya wazaki Riniohi Yamamoto Hicleo Kanze 1463 02:19:36,034 --> 02:19:40,983 Hideji Otaki Sakae Umezu Akiji Kobayashi Masahiko Naruse Kanajuro Arashi 1464 02:19:41,373 --> 02:19:46,288 Ko Nishimura Harue Akagi Takeshi Kato Sachiko Matsushita Kimiko ikegami 1465 02:19:46,712 --> 02:19:51,286 Tetsuro Tamba Yoko Nogivva 1466 02:19:54,453 --> 02:19:58,401 Rosuke Kagawa Kazumasa Sato Yoshinori Nito Harikitsu Daito 1467 02:19:58,824 --> 02:20:02,738 Yukia Yamazaki Akisugi Shuga Tetsuo Torisu Senjo Hashimoto 1468 02:20:17,509 --> 02:20:21,457 Yoichi Ito Eriko Matsumura Hiroyuki Konuma 1469 02:20:23,782 --> 02:20:28,288 Somegoro lchikawa Hiroki Matsukata 1470 02:21:11,797 --> 02:21:18,806 THE FILM WAS MADE TO COMMEMORATE 700 YEARS SINCE NICHIRENS DEATH 1471 02:21:20,405 --> 02:21:25,718 THE END 1471 02:21:26,305 --> 02:21:32,326 Support us and become VIP member to remove all ads from www.OpenSubtitles.org 111135