Solo Camping for Two (ふたりソロキャンプ)

Gen-kun...

You came.

There are a lot of things I never got to say.

Episode 12 Personal Preferences

There aren't a lot of flights.

I wasn't sure if I'd find you, but I'm glad I made it in time.

Yeah.

I still have some time. Why don't we sit down?

You've got your pack again.

You're coming back from camping again, huh?

Yeah. I was just out there.

You never change.

I—

The way we broke up...

I've always felt like I should apologize for that.

I was also...

Please. Just listen.

That day was the anniversary of my dad's death.

Going camping on that day was my annual tradition.

So you couldn't come because...

Yeah.

You should've told me.

It's not like that.

I was just using my dad's death as an excuse to blow you off.

My dad wouldn't have been mad if I rescheduled by a few days.

If anything, he would've told me to prioritize my commitments to the living.

In the end, you were right.

It's pathetic.

I was just ignoring you to protect myself.

It's not your fault. I'm the only one to blame.

I'm sorry.

Um...

Oh, I'm just disgusted with myself for not being honest about this at the time.

You're amazing, Kana.

When I heard you'd become a well-known actress over there, I wasn't surprised.

I was dazzled by the way you pursued your dream, and I admired you.

I knew how much you believed in your own potential.

You'd make your dream come true.

I never doubted that.

Don't make me cry.

You're in the middle of an endless dream, right?

I'm sure you'll go even farther.

After all, you'll put in the effort.

I know that.

Knowing your expectations are that high is kind of scary.

Because you're like that, I don't want to lie to you anymore.

I have a dream, too.

It'll take some time until I can make it happen, but I have a dream.

I didn't have the courage to tell you then.

But if we met again, I wanted to proudly tell you what it was.

I want to open my own campsite.

It's okay if it's small.

I want to open a campsite that will satisfy me and others.

I thought so.

After all, you do love camping.

Goodbye, Gen-kun.

Thanks for coming.

Take care.

You, too.

I hope we meet again.

Yeah.

He's not stopping me from leaving.

You don't scowl so much anymore.

You seem softer.

Yeah?

Maybe it's because time has passed.

Or maybe it's because of her.

Hey.

You smell like a campfire.

It's your smell.

Don't let her go this time.

Honestly, what's everyone on about?

Why do they keep mentioning her?

I had no idea you lived in such a nice place.

I don't live here. It's just a property we own.

The roof's set up for barbecuing, so I was told I could use it.

Y-You own this building?!

It's hard to find a place to barbecue.

I'm so excited to barbecue!

Oh, yeah. Pa—My dad said he left some extra charcoal for us.

You call your dad "Papa" at home, huh?

So what if I do?

Thanks for the charcoal.

Charcoal

This is sawdust charcoal.

Is that different from regular charcoal?

Yeah.

Look.

When you cut wood with a saw, it produces wood particles, right?

That's sawdust.

Hardened chunks of sawdust are called ogalite or briquettes.

Carbonized ogalite is called sawdust charcoal.

It's cheap, hot, and long-burning, making it suited for barbecuing.

Boom!

It doesn't pop like that, either.

You scared me.

But it's a bit tough to light, so it can be a struggle if you're not used to it.

Oh? Is that charcoal okay, then?

I happen to have the perfect new item with me today.

Ta-da! A fire starter!

It uses something called the chimney effect.

It's a magic item that helps you start fires.

I have no idea what you're talking about.

Just watch. I'll give it a shot.

I'll use igniters and easily flammable charcoal, so it'll work out.

Once the fire gets going, I'll add the sawdust charcoal.

Hot Air

Air

Air

The air heated inside the chimney rises, and fresh air comes in through the bottom.

Oxygen is efficiently provided, which helps with combustion.

All you have to do is wait for the sawdust charcoal to ignite.

There!

Shizuku, I want to try using this.

So cozy.

Cheers!

So good!

Eating outdoors makes it feel extra special.

But unless we cook, I can't show off my skills.

I'm going to make another dish.

You still have room, right?

I could eat a bit more.

Put whatever toppings you want on cheese-less pizza dough.

Huh...

Place some bamboo skewers vertically.

Cover it with aluminum foil, and you have a simple homemade pizza oven.

Place it on the grill and wait seven to ten minutes while checking the temperature.

The bamboo skewers create a gap that imitates the effects of a pizza oven.

It should be ready soon.

Our trio of simple loaded pizzas are done!

Yum!

That was good.

Drinking and eating outdoors was fun.

I feel like I can handle our upcoming camping trip now.

Yeah, but we're staying at a cottage, right?

I'm not sure that can be called camping.

Who cares if we call it camping?

Come on. Let's toast to a successful camping trip.

Cheers!

Cheers!

Cottage camping, huh?

How would Gen-san react if I told him?

I bet he'd say cottage camping isn't really camping.

Hey, are you listening?

Huh?

You were thinking about that old guy again, weren't you?

Oh, come on!

Focus on us when you're with us.

Yum!

As long as it's fun, who cares?

Okay! Are you two good to keep drinking?

Of course!

Otake Cave

Cottage camping?

Yes.

My friends said they wanted to try camping,

but they're not ready for tents because of the bugs, so we're starting with a cottage.

I-I'm not ready to lead a regular camping trip, either,

so cottage camping might be just right.

Just kidding. Cottage camping isn't really camping, is it?

There's nothing wrong with calling that camping.

What?

Why are you so surprised?

Oh, well...

In Latin, "camp" means "field."

Camping means temporarily living outdoors.

These days, it's popular to casually enjoy camping by going glamping.

I think it's a great starting point for beginners.

I see. I'm surprised, though.

I assumed you'd say,

"Staying in a cottage isn't camping!"