Solitary Gourmet (孤独のグルメ)

"Monzen-Nakacho, Koto Ward"

Translation (Drama part): earthcolors

Translation (Mini-Segment): danburi

Editing and fine timing: earthcolors

Spot translation and QC: danburi

Haven't been here for years.

The last time must have been the visit to Fukugawa Festival when I was a student...

"Yes, this is Inogashira."

It was 3 hours ago, someone called and asked to see my product.

I had no other important appointments...

...and I wanted to see an antique shop near here.

So I came here to Monzen-Nakacho as a good opportunity.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

Here you go.

Thank you...

Bye now.

Starring: MATSUSHIGE Yutaka

Regardless of time or society...

When someone indulges in satisfying his hunger...

...he will become selfish and...

...liberated for a moment.

Without being disturbed by anyone...

...to eat freely is an act of aloofness.

["No one has the right to force someone to eat something they don't want."] This act is...

...the best comfort given equally to every man.

EarthBuriTeam Subs Presents: ~KODOKU NO GURUME~ "The Solitary Gourmet"

Episode 1: "Yakitori and Fried Rice of Monzen-Nakacho, Koto Ward"

Is it here?

"Delicious Coffee and Home-made Meals*..."

The image of it kinda ruins my appetite. Ugh.

Here goes...

- I'm sorry to have kept you waiting! - Not at all.

I'm sorry for making you come here. Please have a seat.

I found your company's website through Takema-san. And I liked it so much.

I wanted to have a selection of tea cups but couldn't find ones I truly liked...

And so when I saw yours, I was really happy.

Oh, yes, this one!... So cute!

I'm sure you can deal with this over the internet.

I'm sorry to make you come all the way here

- It's alright, I wanted to see this neighborhood. - I also was anxious to see it personally...

After receiving ones like this, I often found out that it's not what I was looking for...

Oh! This is not one of them, I think this is really wonderful.

This is from Europe, right?

- It's from France... - Yes, yes... it's French.

It matches perfectly the image in my head. It's really pretty.

I always liked this type of things very much.

They were also floral cups, they were lovely indeed... The color was red, gives you a nice feeling...

- By the way, it's amazing, Inogashira-san. - Pardon?

- How long have you been doing this work? - Well...

It's hard, isn't it? Having your own business.

I really admire people like you.

I'm sure there are many difficulties, right?

"Difficulties..." I'm having one right now.

I'm looking for a bed for my dog but...

Now it's a dog...

- It's a type of pug... Uh, Inogashira-san? - Uh, yes?

As I was saying, I need a new bed for my puppy...

I'm sorry, I don't handle pet goods...

- Uh, pretty soon... - Oh, I should've stopped myself from chatting away...

Inogashira-san's such a good listener...

"Good listener"* indeed.

Normally, I am not much of a chatterbox...

- Inogashira-san, please come whenever you like. - Thank you, and good day.

Yes, good-bye.

This is the first time I felt so tired just by listening.

Oh, shoot! I want a cigarette so bad!

I'm dying to have a smoke. Let's hurry!

Here it is.

Great. Is that an ashtray?

It's early American taste...

I see, it's interesting.

Furniture, goods, old timber, ...and has paints, too?

Pretty unique product line.

Is this frame made out of pine?

These cracks and the chipped paint make it look so interesting...

4,515 yen (approx. $55)

Is that expensive? Or cheap?

I came here to see if I could try setting up a store like this.

Also, I don't look good as a store owner.

Just like marriage, opening a shop will...

...add more things that you must protect and life will get more complicated.

I'm a man who basically prefers to be light and free.

I've come a long way...

I might as well...

What should I pray for?

I guess luck in business?

Or...

- What're you gonna pray for? - Same as yours.

- To stay in love forever? - You got it!

Taku-chan, I really love you~!

Anyway, I'm hungry.

Let's look for some place to eat.

Oh, man... Which way?

Surely, on the other side of this road is Sumida river and its tributaries...

In my experience, if you want to find a shop that offers tasty food...

Look for one near a river.

I knew it. This is the right way.

So, what shall I eat?

Everything looks good around here.

But I shouldn't be impatient...

For lunch I've already eaten mackerel so I'm not gonna order fish...

What does my tummy want to eat now?

"Yakitori"*

"Yakitori..." Yeah, yakitori, it is.

I'm sure they have something with rice, too. (Note: In yakitori shops, people often just order yakitori and alcohol)

Welcome!

Come in, have a seat.

Please sit.

Here you go.

What drink would you like?

- Oolong tea please. - Oolong High? (with whiskey)

- No, just oolong tea please. - Okay! Non-alcoholic oolong tea, right?

What kind of yakitori do you have?

Chicken and onion, cartilage, skin, gizzard, chicken wings, liver, chicken balls. All seasoned with salt..

- All are salted? - Yes.

- Okay then, all of them please. - Okay.

- So, one each? - Yes.

Oh, it's not here.

Hold on, sir, I'll bring your oolong tea in just a while.

"Shingen Bukuro?"*

I'm sorry! My shop also has a fridge outside.

It's just a liquor store next door.

Here's your yakitori... thank you for waiting.

"All seven kinds of yakitori. The most popular is chicken meatball."

It's been a while since I've last eaten yakitori.

Mmm, delicious...

This does make me want some rice...

Why doesn't she have a yakitori set meal* on the menu? (*with rice, soup and entrees)

Delicious... Really delicious.

Is yakitori really this good?

Hello, sir.

- Sorry, I'm late. - It's alright.