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YORU NO NAGARE EVENING STREAM

Production: Fujimoto Masami Naruse Mikio

Screenplay: Ide Toshiro Matusyama Zenzo

- Are you ready? - Yes.

She is beautiful...

All Japanese woman look beautiful to you.

Miyako!

Thank you.

Look, Mr. Sonoda!

It was so quick!...

They're coming!

Who are they?

- Come here beauties! - Show us how good swimmers you are!

- Who are they? - They are hooligans.

Give it to me!

It blew off!

- What were you looking at? - Now I can die...

- Oops, it is shrinking! - You didn't put the stopper correctly.

- You see!? - Told you!

Now, it's all right.

Number 2, 3, 5 are fakes.

- How much you bet? - Next round of drinks.

So you believe they can't swim?

Let's show them! One, two, three!

- I'm home. - Hello.

Dad said he would be late tonight.

I can't believe he spend all his time in Machiai!

Aunt, now we don't call it Machiai anymore.

It's the same thing anyway.

Now, that you too are going out with that girl you are becoming vulgar.

But we've been friends since school!

This soup should be warm, like miso?

You have no right to talk about cooking. You have no experience.

What can I talk to you about?

I am not much of a speaker...

Today, I went to an arranged date.

How was the man?

He has just returned from the US.

He is nice and handsome, and he has a bright future ahead.

He is perfect then.

But he is boring.

- What do you mean? - It's the feeling I had.

Woman can dislike a guy just by the way he eats a soup.

You scare me...

I cannot eat anymore.

Beniko-san has scored again!

But at the end the man will dump her.

I don't understand why she keeps trying...

What's wrong with that? It's a free world!

Don't you think so?

Yes, at least at Ginza, in Tokyo. Everywhere, men and women are...

My poor heart feels so cold after the bath.

Don't worry. It'll just take another bath to fix that...

We are sorry, but this table is reserved.

Listen, could you come with me later?

Again? That guy in Otomo?

I don't know why you like him.

He is so special.

He is handsome, he has a nice body, and he is a hard worker...

.. and he has deli... deli...

Delicacy.

When I think of him, I feel so happy.

All right.

If you pay for all of us, we can come with you.

That's a good idea!

Anyway, I'll have something now.

I'll pay for you.

I don't have much. 30 yen for each of us.

- 30 yen? - Yes.

Then we can only have milk or soft drinks!

Thank you very much.

Tell me, is he the right one this time?

He is so nice,

he will get a divorce from his wife before autumn.

What is he doing?

He runs a handbag shop in Yokoyama-cho and he is so nice.

You always say: "He is nice", but you trust guys too easily.

This and this.

Put it in here.

To look nice, color is very important.

This one is a bit less vivid.

- Takiguchi-san, did you do it all alone? - Yes.

- This one, too. - It's so nice!

It would look very good on you Miss Akemi.

Color and pattern are so nice, but the price is not so nice...

You're kidding.

This one would go with miss Mari.

It suits you very well!

No, it looks too much Rockabilly.

Takiguchi-san. You haven't shown me anything yet...

Don't get angry..

But...

Well... your taste is difficult.

I understand.

Please, choose something for her.

She will take anything you recommend.

Don't say that!

- Let's go! - Time to go to work.

Right so!

We'll come back when we have more time.

Don't be in such a hurry...

C'mon...

Just 10 more minutes!

I paid for you today And it's not polite to leave without buying anything.

It's all right!

But... it's not nice.

Even if you order something, he will have to make you credit.

Today is my payday I can buy with cash.

Takiguchi-san, show me something.

Yes, thank you very much.

Hello.

This is Shichifuku.

Ah, Ichihana.

Chiharu-san... perfume and soap...

What about your brother and his studies?

Then he goes to the market in Yokohama in the morning.

But, it's better if he finishes high school.

He is so nice, your brother.

Do you think so?

And then for Kintaro...

A dress from Paris and cashmere powder...

So it's 2,830 yen.

I'll give you a discount... 2,800 yen...

30 yen!?

- Make a little effort! - No!

I've just made your brother a small compliment!

Komachi is... Colgate, Teeth brush and...

You owe 380 yen.

- 300 is all right? - No way!

It's not nice, isn't it?

- Yumi-chan, Can you help me? - Yes!

Hello!

- I brought you the salaries. - Thank you.

Kintaro, you pay me back today, right?

I can't.

Last month, I paid for my parents' house because of the tsunami.

This month, I spent too much. Please wait a little more...

Well... tsunami...

You seemed to be very busy at Fugetsu.

Yes, we say you...

You wanted to show your guy, right?

No, it was not so!

If you want us to keep it secret, give us another story.

We remember that we saw the "truth".

All right. I'll give you a discount.

Well... Beniko is...

I'll give you a discount.

- That is very good. - But I want you to pay me.

Kintaro... you owe a lot.

What will you do?

I have to pay 20,000 yen.

And what about me?

The car is outside.

Here you go.

I'm ready.

You're expected at Fujimura at 06:00.

- Ruiko. You go at Fujimura at 07:00. - Yes.

Your shift ends at 8:00 pm.

- Then, I'm going. - Bye, now.

The dog is more important for her than her job.

Certainly, you could sell a puppy for 20,000 yen.

- 20,000 yen for one puppy? - Yes.

- I'll start selling dogs. - We are not in a pet shop.

- Good evening. Sorry for being late. - Ichihana-san.

Go to the Moon Salon, it's Nakamura sensei's party.

Thanks.

Why don't you go to the guests yourself?

Cooking is what I am here for. If they like it, it's enough for me.

But, they gave you some tips.

You should thank them.

I don't understand you... Think about me and my situation.

This way, please.

Times have changed. Now, young girls dance geisha dances.

You mean young women can't dance?

For that, they should become geisha.

This one?

This one is the Showa foundry; they asked to pay in three installments.

Showa foundry?

Their accountant looked just like a street seller.

- Thank you very much. - Not at all.

- What did he say? - He said you are pretty.

Here is your pay.

- Thank you very much. - I thank you.

Would you like to take a break for a few days?

There is a golf tournament in Nasu. What do you think?

It's not possible.

- Why not? - Because!

Everybody thinks there is something between us.

It's a pity they are mistaken.

I'm too old, and with a daughter like Miyako...

.. it's better to have a steady job and a salary.

Are you going to quit? You are not so old.

But my time has gone.

It's not by splitting up that you'll make more money.

Even I don't think this is the issue.

Thank you so much for your consideration.

Please, think it over.

I don't want to marry again. It's so troublesome at our age.

I'm old enough to stay away from useless problems.

You can find a younger and nicer woman.

- Do you despise me that much? - Not at all.

You and your daughter, you both dislike men.

My nephew was also dumped by Miyako.

Well...

Company... halt!

Company... salute!

You are so excited. Where are you coming from?

We were with guys from the Defense Agency.

To discuss the budget.

What are you discussing here?

What topic would you like? Something very quiet.

He has a peace symbol on the jacket.

Let's think how to make money from the Olympics.

And how to get funds from a foreign country.

I've heard that you are doing business, competing the Imperial Hotel.

You are a typical businessman.

What do you mean?

Someone who can make money at war or at peace.

You are a rascal.

That's cruel.

I like rascals. They are so popular.

Here, I hope this one is a rascal.

He looks fine.

He stays quiet, just smiling. You are probably right.

Then, I'm the only good person.

Yes, he is. He asked me to come. He must be a nice person.

You are too naive.

Right.

A good man does not drink here.

Sometimes, it's getting worse.

Do you know how much a Lockheed costs?

I don't know.

1,330,000 dollars, or 480 million yen.

Then, what is the budget of the Defense Agency?

144 million yen.

It is almost half of the income tax.

- Really?! - I'm against rearmament!

Me too, I am against it!

I am against people against the army!

It's so romantic to say goodbye to a boyfriend who goes to war.

Even if he never comes back?

Best is if he comes back, with a small wound, like our chef.

Was he wounded on the front?

No. He was forced to walk barefooted in Siberia.

His foot was frostbitten.

He had to cut it by himself.

Unbelievable.

He really did it by himself?

He is a cook, he knows how to chop things.

- Please. - No, thank you.

You can't handle your liquor?

I'm a sucker for alcohol and beautiful women.

Just like me: I'm a sucker for alcohol and men.

We know that.

Three glasses and she becomes sweet.

Don't you like it?

This place is getting worse, with such geisha.

Not at all! It's the customers getting worse.

Then, if you don't like us, we have to go. Let's go, Miyako.

Company... March!

What's with all this noise?

Wait!

I'll be waiting for you at 11:00.

Please, don't forget this time!

You've scared me!

- I've been waiting for two hours. - We don't have an appointment.

How is it? Renault?

Not so bad.

I found out I paid 10,000 yen more than the regular price.

- It's a new model and... - I don't care.

I wanted to boost your sales figures.

Thanks.

Because...

you promised not to bother me anymore.

Wait... I cannot ask you, but...

I won't give you any money.

- Please, only 10,000 yen! - No way.

Please, Masae!

I'm no longer your wife.

Don't call me like that.

I'm sorry.

Not now... But the day after tomorrow...

I...

.. didn't have dinner today.

How's your wife?

She is in the hospital, again.

Thanks.

Good night.

We are back!

Be careful!

Are you OK?

Drunk again?

Fujimura-san had good fun during the war.

With that rear admiral... What was his name?

- Where is he now? - I'd like to know that.

Is he Miyako-san's father?

Really?

I'm not sure.

If only someone would fall in love with me.

A prime minister for instance.

Don't dirty the floor!

He is good-looking and he is a relative of Tsunoda-san.

If you like someone else, I won't force you.

No, there is no one.

Then, you should think about it.

You've already grown up.

I know.

Then you shouldn't get drunk when you go to an arranged date.

You are not fair.

Why's that?

You want me to marry that guy only to please Mr. Tsunoda.

No, it's not that.

Tell me, are you really happy?

Yes, I think so...

.. compared to other women.

Did you really love my father?

It doesn't matter.

I'm not interested in meeting him. I don't care who he is.

So, you're criticizing me, again.

Yes. I like it.

It makes me feel good.

Well, don't refrain then...

I have no right to blame you.

Anyway, I've told you. I don't like this man.

Let's go and have grilled eel.

Well... today is Saturday So, we have to go before 12:00.

We came all the way here...

But I'm only an employee... and you are the boss, though.

Whether I am a boss or not, I'm also just the owner of a Geisha House.

You don't need to pay any installment, do you?

Even if we have nice girls, we aren't doing as well as we used to.

Means: "would you please open the window".

Yes!

Excuse us. We wanted to do it but didn't dare to stand up!

It is so hot!

I was only giving an example,

and then I gave you the translation.

Excuse me.

Then:

"Would you mind + ing".

Please remember this structure.

For example.

"Would you mind passing the salt please?"

That's perfect.

Teacher.

Well...

I had a question, but I forgot.

Excuse me. My name is Kintaro.

Kintaro, like in the song.

- You like public relations. - With handsome boys, of course.

- Speak about yourself! - Sir!

Please.

"Shio" is the salt, then what is "Shoyu"?

Soy sauce? Let me see.

Well... It's not "Japanese sauce"... So, Shoyu is...

O-Shooo-Yu.

How about violet?

Violet?!

Because we also call soy sauce violet.

You wanted to get drunk to bother him,

.. but it didn't work. He likes you.

Why is everyone pressuring me about him? Why don't you marry him?

I know him since my childhood. It's not original marrying him.

I will get married when I meet someone who makes me crazy.

Someone to give your life for...

What kind do you like?

For example... someone like the cook here.

Why don't you ask him over. The melon must be cool enough now.

Let's eat together.

I don't think he will come here.

- Why? - I don't know.

- Then, I'll go ask him. - He doesn't like melon.

Really? So what does he like?

He doesn't eat between meals. He says it ruins the taste of sake.

- He likes sake? - Yes, but only good ones.

You know things about him...

Tell me. Do you like him?

- No way. - Why not? Even though he is a cook...

It's none of your business.

- Welcome home. - I'm back.

"Kazunoko" are herring eggs and "Sujiko" are salmon eggs, right?

Right.

"Ikura" is ikura eggs?

Are you serious? There is no fish called Ikura.

Ah, hello Madame.

Welcome.

Ita-san, it's strange seeing you eating melon.

Shinobu brought it. Do you want some?

Well, I'll have some later.

- Thanks you for the melon. - Not at all.

What were you talking about? You seemed you were having fun.

Do you know of what fish "teigu" are the eggs?

See bass. They change name.

- Well, I'm disappointed. - You hoped to teach her something.

Why do you laugh at such nonsense?

Miyako, this is our room.

It's alright...

.. bringing your friends, but you shouldn't let in the employees.

Work, work... Is he so busy?

Yes, his customers are keeping him busy.

Every day?

I haven't seen him in three days!

Yes, he is very popular. He said he would pass by your place.

My place? Why didn't you tell me before?

Sorry for disturbing you. See you next time.

She is like a cat on a hot tin roof...

- That's the wrong finger again. - I'm sorry.

It's a pity And yet, you are good at remembering pop songs.

- One more time. - Yes.

- Did Takiguchi-san come? - He's just left.

What... well, I am so hungry...

Mori sensei called. He'll be at Shiseido at 5:00. He'll be waiting for you.

But today is Saturday!

What do you think? We can't even see each other.

Kintaro. If you keep on like this you won't have any patron left...

Anyway, they are paying only 30,000 yen.

Men in their fifties are stingy.

They call me when they fancy it.

You should say that to this Mori sensei. I am sure you don't complain to him.

Nozaki-san is waiting for you here.

I don't know why he came,

but you shouldn't ask him in here.

So, you go directly to the party?

What should I tell him?

- Let me talk to her. - She hung up.

She doesn't want to see you.

Where is that party?

Listen, she won't come here today You'd better go home.

I'll go to look for her. I know her car plate.

Thank you.

Poor Ichihana.

He brings bad luck. I'll go purify the entrance.

Sorry.

What happened?

What happened?

Why don't you tell us?

Maybe she was dumped again.

- Do you have time for me? - It's too late.

- I have to speak to you. - I have another job tonight.

It is late for another party Will you stay there?

It's none of your business.

Who is the guy?

Why do you care?

It's none of your business.

You are the one who dumped me.

You left me for another woman, remember?

It was my fault. I regret it.

It's all right. I enjoy my life much more now.

I will call someone...

You women are all the same.

Don't say that. It's so foolish.

You haven't showed up for 2 years.

What have you done during all this time in the hospital?

What about this love among patients?

Well... We broke up.

Whatever... It's none of my business.

Move over!

Wait, Masae! I want to talk to you.

Miss, you should go home.

What are you scared about?

I'm just taking a walk, in the same direction as you are.

Don't mind me.

But it was enough. Thank you for the dinner.

Good night.

Please, go home. It's late already.

I'm just taking a walk.

I'm just walking in the same direction as you are.

- Do you want tea? - No, thanks.

I came to see your room.

I just came to see how you live.

One can tell no woman lives here.

You have many friends, right?

Do you go out often?

It would be better if you stop going to parties.

Why?

This world is like a swamp, you could sink into it.

You are exaggerating. This world is not different than another.

I know this place.

I have been here.

I have seen all kinds of women.

Certainly, there are many women who have sunk in unhappy lives...

Helping men who are cheating on them.

Working for nothing... They are stupid.

But I can not blame them.

You may think I am old-fashioned,

.. but they are living their lives fully.

No one can criticize me, even though I love you.

You shouldn't say that, even if it's just a joke.

Does it bother you?

Excuse me...

Today, I'm too straight-forward...

Please, go home.

No.

It's not fair to let me say such things.

I really don't see why you are interested in me.

Right...

I don't see either.

Please, forgive me.

Ita-san...

There is someone else you love.

Please, go home.

All right. I am leaving.

We are back.

Take off your shoes.

- It smells bad... - What are you talking about?

But it stinks...

It stinks!

Wake up the others!

You went to bed after her...

.. didn't you notice?

What happened?

She tried to kill herself.

Madame.

Stupid. If you want to die, jump into the river.

I don't care if you want to die,

.. but don't bother other people.

Mum, Marry is dead!

Hello.

What is the matter?

Do you want to go to Hokkaido? It's the perfect season there.

But, it's so sudden.

I had an argument with my aunt and I left home.

You like arguing with your aunt, don't you?

Because my dad is on a business trip in Kyushu.

During his absence, I cannot stay with her.

- Her husband died during the war? - Yes, when she was 35.

Since then, she is alone... I see...

It depends, your mother for, example,

in her job, customers are men,

.. so it's easier to control herself.

It's probably right. Where is your mother?

She went to Asakusa. She goes to the temple every month.

What do you want to do?

I am a burden now, right?

I don't want to go on like this anymore.

"Like this"?...

Why?

Please...

.. don't get angry.

Tell me everything.

You are tired of me, right?

I'm old.

Or is there another reason?

You want to get married?

No.

If we continue, someone will find out.

No one will know.

No one found it out until now.

It's just that I'm afraid.

Miyako suspects something.

Business is good, there are more and more people.

Sooner or later, someone will find out.

You said that you already died in Siberia.

What if someone finds out?

I would admit it...

No.

Don't worry.

It will bother me if someone finds it out.

Listen...

.. we were... wrong from the beginning.

Anyway, it happened and it doesn't matter if it was right or wrong.

Actually, you helped me a lot...

Stop it!

Stop speaking to me like to a maiden.

I know you prefer younger girls...

.. like Miyako, for example.

I know it.

Living under the same roof, do you think I can not see it?

You're wrong, I would never...

Yes, it is the truth.

Yes, it is the truth.

I know, but...

I don't want to.

If I break up with you,

.. I won't be able to go on living.

I didn't ask you.

You didn't ask me.

That's the way it was.

We shouldn't regret anything.

Please, don't say things like that.

I'm sorry for you.

That's why I...

.. I said nothing even when you had someone else.

Because nobody noticed us,

.. but it doesn't matter...

If someone finds out about us,

.. I won't be able to stay at Fujimura.

So, it doesn't matter.

Go with some other woman if you want.

I forgive you.

I...

.. won't be angry.

If someday you really love someone,

.. I think I will die.

I don't feel very well today.

I had too much tempura and watermelon yesterday.

Is it alright if I'm not coming to the party this evening?

I'm serious!

I'm sorry for the disturbance.

Are you sure?

It's all right. I wanted to play a bit more.

Let's go.

Shinobu-san, your father has called. He is on his way.

- We should better go now. - Let's go, hurry!

Wait!

Ichihana-san, are you also going?!

I didn't have fun like the others.

We're going. See you later.

Please, Ichihana-san!

Again... You shouldn't start drinking.

He won't come.

Yes, he will. He is very stubborn.

I'd like to see him.

Drink this, and then I'll call him.

Don't do that!

If I drink, will you do it?

The poor girl, she is still in love.

I'm buying today.

No, I will,

but come to see him with me. He is such a great dancer!

If you don't let me see him I'll make a big scandal!

- Sake and beer in the Bamboo Room. - Right away.

What about Mr Sanoda's lunchbox?

I'm preparing it. Is one enough?

Shinobu-san is late.

It doesn't matter.

Do you want a drink?

Your friend asked to stay here.

- Can you arrange that? - Of course.

You are not going by plane?

I like to take the train, sometimes.

I bought tickets.

Well? Are you coming with me?

I have three other parties this week...

If I say yes, you can take a couple of weeks off.

But...

It's always the same thing. Couldn't you find a better excuse?

I'm sorry.

Good evening.

- Are you going on a business trip? - Yes.

I'd love to come with you.

Is that so?

Would you like to go to Fukuoka with me?

- You're kidding... - I'm serious.

If you want to.

You're pulling my leg.

Isn't he?

I think he is serious...

You know, the dog you gave me is dead...

- Really? It was sick? - No. Gas suicide.

A dog? Don't talk nonsense...

Really He was tired of living.

This Porto is very good.

I can't believe you can drink so much.

- Maybe I could be a geisha... - It's a pity you are not one.

Maybe you should try it.

- You could probably become one. - Even Kintaro is a geisha.

Don't be like that!

It must be fun...

Having dinner,

.. drinks, and talking with nice men...

Having fun all night without worries...

Getting married... What a stupidity!

You think so?

Although it didn't work for me, I think it is what is best for women.

Changing diapers, washing clothes and working like a slave?

Yes, but all women try to get married.

All the men who come in here are married.

And young men are poor.

It's hopeless.

You think so?

I wouldn't mind spending my nights this way.

Takiguchi-san!...

Thank you very much! See you soon.

I won't go back to Fujimura.

- Take it easy. - But...

This is very good.

Would you take me with you? Nobody would bother us.

Who could bother us?

Tell me, how many girls did you bring in Tokyo?

Mother?

- Mother! - Yes?

Kintaro, don't make things more complicated.

I want to sleep here. Takiguchi-san...

Don't be stupid... get out...

Please...

Why did you let her drink so much?

Takiguchi-san, take me into your arms!

- Sorry, I'm late. Did you wait long? - You had another party?

It's Kintaro. She was so drunk and excited.

Do you like this kind of women?

That's mean...

I bought Yakitoris.

They are quite good.

Do you want some?

Let's make some tea. Do you want sake?

With ice... it's not cold.

- Do you prefer whisky? - Whatever.

Soon you'll be able to stop working.

Really?

- I found a place. - Where is that?

In Gotanda, not far from Chinatown.

It's not like your bar,

but the location is really good.

I'll work so hard for you.

I'll bring customers over.

I won't let you work!

You'll just look after the house.

And then one day, we'll move to Ginza.

It's hot. Why don't you change your clothes?

No problem with your parents?

If you marry a geisha?

Moreover, I'm divorced.

I won't let them criticize you.

Please, give me a cigarette.

Your kimono sell very well.

Not bad.

I heard...

There is a strong demand for men's kimono.

This could cost up to 100,000 yen, couldn't it?

How much it costs... All this is not very interesting.

What do you mean...? You're a shop salesman, right?

Salesmen are well loaded.

We only make 20 to 30 thousand yen a piece.

And we can...

.. only sell one piece a month.

Nozaki-san...

.. what do you want?

Masae is my wife.

Would you give her back to me?

But you remarried, right?

No, I'm not married...

Do you want to see my civil status?

You married a young woman at the mental hospital.

During three years, you didn't even write Masae one letter.

I don't care about your civil status.

I know you are divorced.

How can you say that?

I...

.. could sue you...

.. for standing between us...

I've been in Ginza for thirteen years.

You can not blackmail me.

I don't want money!

I want her.

Please, give her back to me.

Stop that, please...

Yes, it's true, I left her for another woman...

.. but I can't forget her.

I love her.

Stop that! Don't touch my car! I'll kill you!

I didn't mean to threaten them.

I'm begging you.

Let me be with Masae again.

All right.

Let's get together the three of us, and let Masae decide.

The three of us?

Let her decide with whom she wants to be.

Me too, I love her.

How was the trip?

Well, Kansai women are the best.

You know, he says women from Tokyo are worth nothing.

The best are men from Tokyo and women from Kyoto.

You too?

Soon, you'll see a beautiful woman from Tokyo.

Look how tense you've become.

Good evening.

Let me introduce her. Her name is Shinobu.

Good evening.

Is this a joke?

Look how beautiful she is!

A wonderful geisha.

- Please, allow me. - This is perfect.

Don't encourage her.

She'll get excited.

Listen, enough fooling around, go back home with your father.

It's nice being a geisha.

Just sitting down and it's 800 yen an hour.

You can stay out until morning,

.. drink what you want, eat what you want...

Then, you find someone to offer you fur coat, jewels...

Stop talking nonsense!

What happened?

I fell down and...

.. I can't move anymore.

Does it hurt?

It's somehow a weird feeling...

You could take a cab and go have a check-up at the hospital.

I will call the doctor.

No, I'll be fine.

Don't be shy If you cannot work, we will also be in trouble.

Being a geisha is not that easy.

You must learn how to dance sing, play shamisen,

And then, you have to take care of bad-mannered customers.

Well?

A young geisha is like a sheep surrounded by wolves.

- You are a wolf yourself then? - Me, I'm different.

She won.

Is it you, Madam?

How was it?

An operation?

If I don't have it, I could have periostitis.

They say it's serious.

Well, that serious...

When will you have the operation?

The doctor can do it tomorrow.

I'm sorry,

.. but I have to stay in the hospital for a week.

It's all right, but... I'm worried.

If you need something, let me know and I'll get it for you.

It's all right... don't worry.

Take care.

He'll stay in the hospital?

Does he need anything?

I can take it to him tomorrow. What does he need?

Teeth brush, toothpaste, soap...

.. towels...

And then...

You are here!

You were on fire last time!

I was drunk, right...

Even more than that... like Carmen in her madness...

Ok that was fun... stop it now!

- Visiting someone? - Yes. And you?

Do you remember the guy who kept saying:

"I can die now"?

Did he die?

No, he broke his nose, but he didn't die.

Goodbye to his car, and the two millions it is worth.

I'll wash you.

Please don't.

Why not?

I'll do it myself.

No. Just the back.

I can do it myself.

If you don't want...

I'll go back home and prepare some sushi for you.

Always being sorry...

You should let yourself get spoiled...

.. you're sick.

- I thought you found him stupid... - He seems to be nice.

He is well dressed.

That's right, pink shirt, brown jacket. Not bad.

- Hello, come in. - Good evening.

You look well.

Thank you. I should get out in 4 or 5 days.

- That's good news. - Did it hurt?

- I'm leaving now. - Really? Good-bye.

- A gift for you. - Thank you very much.

And what about this?

You cannot keep postponing your visit.

I have to know...

.. if I need to hire another cook!

A replacement should come in a week.

Good evening.

Will you come for sure? We'll be waiting for you.

You're late. You've spent all the day at the hospital?

- Yes. - I see...

Thank you for him.

Are you going out?

I'm going to the trade association office.

They have a party tomorrow, but I can not go.

The new cook should be here any minute.

Take care of him when he arrives, alright?

We are lucky, aren't we?

When are you going?

I'll be going around 6:30.

Be kind... we danced together.

Here it comes... Go!

- You are too slow. - You are good players.

And... Take that!

And I play this!

It's not my lucky day.

Do you still have time?

No, I have to go. Give me my money..

We'll pay you, don't worry.

Hurry up.

We geisha have commitments.

I'm going with you.

Excuse me, but I've won.

- I'm going. - Stay a bit more...

Give me a refill, please.

You shouldn't drink that much.

Hurry up, or luck will go.

I'm tired of you!

Last time with gas, today with sleeping pills!

Lucky she didn't swallow them.

I won't stop you,

but do it somewhere else.

Don't do it at my place. It will get me into trouble.

You just shouldn't die, you understand?

She is right.

She is too sensitive.

- How many do you need to swallow to...? - Do you want to kill yourself too?

No, but I use to take some when I cannot sleep.

That is no danger, don't be so stupid.

It's time already.

I'll go prepare. Twenty starters, is it enough?

- Go and buy five more. - Twenty please...

- Please, stop. - All right.

Beniko-chan...

As bad as you feel, life is always worth living.

- Isn't that true? - That's right.

Good night.

What is the matter?

What's the matter, Kintaro?

Good evening.

I was waiting for you.

Please, listen to me.

I knew...

.. that I had to tell you about it...

You and I are not the same. You can do what you want.

I didn't tell you until now.

And what you haven't told me until now, you have to tell it to me now?

I want you to know how I feel.

It's not cheating on anyone.

Maybe you find it ridiculous... but I love this man.

It's all right.

You are a woman, too. It doesn't bother me.

But...

.. I was so surprised...

That's all.

Tell me. Do you despise me?

Again? I told you I understand, you are a woman, too.

I don't mind if you despise me.

If you love him, why don't you marry him?

- Marry him? - Yes.

You hate me, right?

You are not really...

Really what?

You want me to say it?

Let me tell you. We both love the same man.

Why did you hide it?

You're such a coward. It's disgusting.

I'm that kind of a woman.

And I cannot change.

What's the matter?

Something wrong?

No.

I don't think you've found a patron yet.

I shouldn't ask, but you're already what... forty-six?

This is the wrong age for women. Be careful.

I thought the wrong age was at thirty-three, wasn't it?

Before...

.. it was thirty-three, but life expectancy has increased.

Forty six is now the bad age.

You look pretty as if you were in your thirties.

One could think you're Miyako's sister.

You came back today?

Sorry for causing so much trouble.

This is good news.

I'm sorry I couldn't...

.. pay you a visit.

Don't.

- I was worried. - It was not serious.

What are you doing?

You've been very good to me, but I must leave.

You're leaving?

Why?

Because... this is best.

Who told you to leave?

Is it Miyako?

- No, it's not her. - Who is it, then?

Maybe it will sound selfish,

but...

.. I've had enough.

That's all.

You...

You want to leave me?

Do you think you can leave like this?

Where will you go?

This... I haven't decided yet.

Are you leaving with Miyako?

Let me tell you something...

I've never mentioned that I like her.

Do you think I'm that kind of guy?

I saw her today.

Do you know what she said?

She...

.. asked me to marry you.

So, I told her honestly:

"I won't marry your mother."

Our relationship is not serious.

Yes, it was so at first...

.. but now...

Please let me go.

No.

Even if you say no, I will leave.

- Why? - Forgive me.

You... You'll be all right.

You're leaving me, don't you?

You're leaving me...

Are you leaving me?

Let's die together.

Stop it.

Please, please die with me.

Let's die together! Let's die together!

- Thanks a lot. - Thanks, Madame.

Come on, let's go.

- Come on it's all right... - But it's already time.

We haven't bought anything yet.

That's all right. Enjoying your visit here is enough.

- Here you go. - Oh... wait. Some presents for you.

Thank you very much.

Maybe next time...

- Goodbye. - Thank you very much.

So, you won't reconsider your position?

Reconsider what?

You might think that I'm still your wife,

.. but I think you are not my husband any more.

Sorry for making you wait.

Sir... Phone call.

Anyway, I will marry him.

Don't come here anymore.

You spoke about suing him, right?

We can talk at court. I have no problem with that.

You want money, don't you?

I say that I don't want to loose you.

I cannot cut myself in two.

Tell me, how much you want?

So, how much?

As you see we've just opened this shop.

I can give you 50,000 yen.

If so, you have to accept the divorce.

Masae...

I'll do it.

So, you'll sign the document at the City Hall?

I don't know how much I paid for you.

Do you have a car?

I've already sold mine.

You don't need to go to family court?

No, we don't, the City Hall is enough.

You may not like it,

.. but, anyway, I hired her to take care of this house.

- I understand. - You will quit your job this evening.

Yes.

- It's all right? - Yes.

Thank you very much.

It's not much.

Thank you.

Miss...

Where are you going?

Tell me where you are going.

I'm going to Kobe.

I am really sorry.

I've always thought...

.. I've already died at war.

I wasn't scared of death and could be truly honest.

Then, I thought I was earnest with your mother...

But...

I was acting like a lame duck.

The tail between the legs,

.. I was like that with your mother.

Like that? Like what?

Then, shouldn't you marry her?

I won't give you any excuse.

Why don't you say what you want?

I will never see you and your mother again,

.. so please make up with your mother.

You have no right to say that.

When you say that you died at war,

.. it's just a way to ask people for pity.

War injuries are useless now.

You are just cheating women.

Honesty, you said...

But a man who looks honest like you always hurts women.

You're neither infirm, nor honest.

Go to Kobe or wherever you want.

I only came...

.. to see what you were doing and how you were feeling.

Don't be conceited...

.. I just wanted to see how men really were.

I've learned a lot.

Please, give me a cigarette.

Thank you.

Now I feel relieved.

It's the wrong side.

I caused you much trouble, but now it's over.

I feel relieved.

Why don't you have a seat?

No, thanks.

- I'll go buy a newspaper. - Do you have change?

- Which one do you want? - That one and... this one.

Honey, the train is coming!

Please, give me the change.

Hurry up!

Masae, please die with me.

Help me!

Hello. Yes.

Ichihana-san?

...by the train...

- A geisha? - Yes.

Her ex-husband killed her.

So many stupid people around...

- Welcome back. - Hello.

She was shouting:

"I don't want to die".

She and Takiguchi-san? This is nonsense.

There are so many bills...

.. almost 500,000 yen.

You will take care of them, right?

Yes.

I didn't know that my dad was such a jerk. I'm so sorry.

No, it's all right.

He has another woman in Osaka who runs his bar.

He said he didn't marry again because of me. Such a lie.

So sly. He has two personalities.

My mother... and Ichihana, too.

Are you really becoming a geisha?

Yes.

If not, my mother and I cannot manage.

It must be a big decision.

Decision?

Yes...

.. but as I have many models around me...

I would try anyhow.

I might go abroad.

Abroad?

That's great... Alone?

With the one you dumped.

Well... I didn't know that.

Yes, I am sly, too.

- We became hypocrites. - No. We are grown-up now.

If Miyako is determined, she should begin soon.

It's not worth spending on her training.

Before that, we have to find a house.

- We shouldn't bother you. - It's all right.

I want to ask you something.

What?

How...

.. do you feel now about Ita-san?

I... don't feel anything.

Why?

If it's true, I have something to show you.

I know where he is now.

He sent this letter telling where he is staying in Kobe.

Did you really clean this?

It's still dirty.

Good evening!

You're late. Go to Tsuki salon.

I am sorry.

- Did you go to Nishikiya? - Nishikiya?!

Takiguchi-san's shop?

- He is very successful. - Really?

You are not interested?

Takiguchi-san? I don't remember this name.

Good eve...

Here she is.

Come here.

Are you surprised?

This is the famous Kintaro.

Now I can die.

Excuse me.

Now we are employees.

- This one is a banker at IBL. - Me, I am leaving for New York.

You all found work?

Yes. I found while in university.

Me, I know it since I was born... How annoying...

Your father is very strict, isn't he?

So according to what you say...

We'll call you later...

- Do you play golf? - Yes.

We should go together, then.

Can I come too?

Now I can die!

I will die soon.

- You're not inviting other girls? - My father pays for everything.

You want some beer?

Let's toast to you.

Congratulations to you!

It's not true, you fool!

Sorry for the trouble.

Miyako. This is a present for you.

I used it 40 years ago when I started.

This is out of fashion, but the quality is really good.

Thank you.

This... you still have it?

I keep everything.

Did you decide on your name?

We have to embroider your name.

Umeko, Kikuryu, Kikuya... Kimizuru.

A fortune-teller told me...

.. Kimizuru must be the best.

I want to use Miyako.

Changing name is like changing personality.

I don't like it.

I see.

I think it's good.

Let's do it so.

I have to make a phone call.

- What's wrong, mom? - Nothing.

Cheer up,

I'll work hard for you.

You've supported me for a longtime and now it's my turn.

I'll work hard and we can live a rich life.

Good cheer, Miyako of Shichifuku.

Yes.

"MIYAKO"

- Let's go. - Please.

Bye, now.

Take care.

This is Miyako, from Shichifuku.

She is so beautiful.

Thank you very much.

"Miyako.

Really, I am a stupid woman.

I'm going to Kobe.

I don't know what's waiting for me there.

If I can he happy or not,

.. or if I want to die.

I have no idea.

Anyway...

.. I don't think...

.. I'll see you again.

Forget me,

.. and live your life."

Thank you very much.

Thanks to you. We'll call you again.

Please.

- THE END -