Early Spring Story (早春物語)

"Early Spring Story"

It's dirty, stop it.

Saliva has the taste of childhood.

Why don't you try it, Hitomi?

It's true.

The taste brings back memories.

Asako, is this how you remember your childhood?

I had no idea that you're so gloomy.

Fumiya licks his nose when he's bored.

Who's Fumiya?

My boyfriend. We've been dating for a month.

Third year in senior high,

we met at the surf shop.

He licks his nose.

Interesting.

- (Attention students... ) - No.

(After you've finished cleaning up... )

- (Please return the equipment to its place) - That's it.

- (And those students who are in clubs... ) - Also...

- No way. - (And class 8 of 3rd year... )

Really?

Just kissing. That's all.

Bullshit.

My heart was beating so fast during the first kiss.

Nothing but blankness.

I felt nothing except appreciation.

But it's different lately.

When he kisses my ear and forehead.

I wouldn't say that it's annoying.

I just feel uneasy.

As if I might float into some unknown place.

Asako, you're moving further and further from reality.

Am not.

I am not sure.

We have periods when we reach puberty.

In that case would kissing be puberty in our mental environment?

Having periods is natural.

It has nothing to do with our will.

But it's our choice to kiss or sleep with someone.

You're so rational.

Anyway, I'll just let nature take its course.

So the photography club's latest project is Spring?

Yes. We have to film the Spring of Kamakura.

The title is "Spring comes and goes"

Asako, I'll go get changed right away.

I'll wait for you.

So?

He's the one who licks Asako's nose.

Wait.

Don't say anything in front of him.

Asako, have you been dreaming?

Dream?

You mean that dream?

Yes, that dream.

Yes.

Very often lately.

Feels like something is on top of me,

I can't breathe.

I woke up when I was about to scream.

And a bit wet too.

So annoying.

Is it because we're about to turn into an adult.

It's not like I don't have a mom.

I felt really lonely then,

and I cried in the middle of the night.

It seems like my body is dirty.

I understand.

But there's nothing we could do, we're seventeen,

we're not kids anymore.

Hitomi, you should start dating,

then you can know how 'Spring comes and goes' feels.

I'm not ready yet.

I want to do some research for the photography project.

Masako is with teacher Mr. Yokoya.

Let me take a look.

I heard rumours of them being together,

so it's true.

Hitomi.

I'm going on a business trip tomorrow.

Call the office for me,

contact them.

Where are you going?

Nagano.

I see.

Miss Oya, let me help you with the bags.

No, thanks. I can manage.

Don't worry.

You'll be one of the family soon.

Forget it then.

Just let her help you.

In that case, thanks very much.

Let's have sukiyaki today.

I bought some A grade beef.

Who's cooking?

Hitomi, we're counting on you.

I don't know how to make the seasoning.

Are you mocking me?

Miss Oya, why don't you do the cooking?

Just add some soy sauce, sweet sauce for the taste.

A bit of chili sauce and some sugar will do the trick.

That's it.

But the soup is more important.

No worries.

Sukiyaki in my family isn't a big deal.

Do the cooking, my dad will be pleased.

Who is it?

Dinner's ready.

I'll be right down.

What is it?

I'll be away for a week,

are you alright to be at home by yourself?

What do you mean?

Aren't you on school break starting tomorrow?

To be honest,

I'm quite worried to leave you here on your own.

That's why I'm thinking maybe to ask Keiko to move in.

What do you think?

It's fine.

But...

I'll get used to it after you're married.

Don't worry.

I'm not.

I'm OK with it,

if that's what you want, dad.

Really? Then I'll ask her to come over.

Come down for dinner.

Where's Miss Oya?

Should be ready soon.

Let's begin.

I packed your sweater too.

Don't bring too much luggage.

You're staying in a ryokan?

You won't be doing laundry,

that's why I packed a few more clothes.

It's going to be heavy.

It won't be that bad.

Dad.

Don't postpone your return date.

Why?

It's mom's death anniversary on 31 st,

don't forget.

Thanks, we've troubled you.

Not at all. This is the country side.

You must visit again, if you don't mind.

Now that my health has come to this,

I couldn't help even I want to.

Sorry.

Don't worry, I'll make some calls for you.

Don't worry about it.

Don't tire yourself out.

You should rest more.

Take care.

Sorry about it.

Thanks for your visit. Goodbye.

Thank you.

It seems Mr. Takenaka won't have much time left.

Yes, he's lost a lot of weight.

I was shocked.

I thought he's going to be fine,

that's why I worked in his team.

If he didn't have cancer,

I'm sure he can solve your problem.

The people at the office are awful,

once they found out he has cancer,

they started to look for others to work for.

I think Mr. Takenaka feels helpless too.

But for us, those who are left behind,

what should we do?

The enemies have been waiting for this chance.

There's nothing we could do about it.

Don't be so pessimistic.

You're about to become the scapegoat.

At least let them know of your aspirations.

My aspirations...

I should take the train back.

It's time to go back.

I'll give you a lift to the station.

It doesn't feel right.

Hey there.

You're here too?

Can't get a good view?

No. There are lots of visitors today.

So annoying.

Not bad.

Shinagawa 5963?

Excuse me, is the car owner of Shinagawa 5963 around?

Sorry, I don't know.

Excuse me.

Is the car owner of Shinagawa 5963 around?

Is the car owner of Shinagawa 5963 around?

Shinagawa 5963's owner.

That's mine.

Over here.

I've been calling for a while,

why didn't you answer?

Sorry, it's not my car.

That's why I didn't notice.

Could you move it?

Sure.

- Will this do? - A bit more.