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A Tokyo Eiga Production
Don't do it.
You're Jokichi of Mikogami?
Killing you's gonna make us famous...
Get ready to die!
And here I was having a nice snooze before you morons came along. Dickheads!
Go home and go to bed!
Please, wait! I beg you!
Ouch!
Please have mercy on him! Punish me instead!
Insolent farmer's brat, who the hell does he think he is?
Come here!
Please!
Ouch!
Please help us!
How dare you insult a samurai!
Please help us!
Please have mercy!
Where is your respect for your samurai betters?
Asshole! Wearing a couple of swords doesn't make you a big man!
"Mushukunin Mikogami no Jokichi Kiba wa Hikisaita" (Drifter Jokichi of Mikogami) "The Trail of Blood"
"The Ripping Fangs"
Produced by Okuda Kikumaru
Based on the originai work by Sasazawa Saho (Shuukan Gendai serial) Screenpiay by ishimatsu Aihiro
Director of Cinematography: Miyagawa Kazuo Cinematography: Ichihara Yasushi Art Director: Kojima Motoji Recording: Harashima Toshio Lighting: Imaizumi Chihiro
Music: Watanabe Takeo Theme song: Toho Records: Kako naki otoko (The Kenjiro, Sung by Tony Nakayoshi, Dialogue by Harada Yoshio)
Assistant Director: Segawa Shuku Editor: Sawami Chio Swordplay Choreography: Yuasa Kentaro Title Cailigraphy: Iijima Takuma Development by: Tokyo Development Studio
Cast
Harada Yoshio
Matsuo Kayo Mizuhara Maki Kitabayashi Sanae
Nanbara Koji Minegishi Ryunosuke Uchida Ryohei
Suga Kantaro Hanazawa Tokue Kusuda Kaoru
Shimizu Gen Kuno Shiro Uenoyama Koichi Toake Hisao Sawamura Ikio Date Saburo
Hashimoto Chikara Nakajima Kazuo Shinzan Tatsu Nakajima Shoji Tsutsui Koji Hoshino Kenjiro Miketsu Hiro Nakamura Hideo
Kamura Takeo Hirasawa Nobuo Ato Kai Kuruwa Mutsuo Tani Masaki Fukui Tetsuya
Nakamura Atsuo Sasazawa Saho (Special Appearance)
Directed by lkehiro KaZuo
Signpost: "Just Ahead: Utsunomiya Inn District"
Banners: "Speciality: Kito-mochi (Prayer Dumplings)" "Soba & Udon Noodles"
Excuse me... Come in and rest until the rain lets up.
Yes. Thank you.
Your nail is torn!
It's so swollen.
I'll manage. Please don't worry about it.
What if it gets infected? You won't be able to walk! Come on...
I'm much obliged.
We all need help from time to time.
Here we go...
I think that should do it. Lie down for a while.
Thank you so much.
Your hospitality has been more than generous.
You musn't go yet!
It's nothing. This kind of thing happens all the time. I'm used to it.
What's that?
A meager token of my gratitude.
Don't be ridiculous; did you think I treated your wound for money?
"Oyabun": Boss of a Yakuza gang. Oyabun...
Hey Kinu, get me a hot one.
I'm sorry. I was just about to close shop for the day.
"Aniki": Iit, big brother; in yakuza society, a senior gang member. Come on now, we've braved the rain to come here. Besides, our "Big Brother"...
Who's the guy?
Ah... I get it.
Closing to have some fun, eh? It's still broad daylight.
As far as her chaste reputation goes, she's been pulling the wool over our eyes, huh, Kyubei?
You've got it all wrong!
Really? Say yes to me then, once and for all...
Did you think I've been coming here just for the booze?
Please stop!
Don't give me that!
You're dear to me, so I've been Mr. Nice Guy, but I can't wait forever. Today, you're saying "yes."
Let go!
Quiet down!
Shut your trap!
Now I don't know who you are, but I'm Kyubei of Nyoraido.
Beat it before you get hurt.
So that's how it's gonna be. Okay... Kill him!
Pretty impressive. Name yourself.
I'm Jokichi from Mikogami Village in Boshu. Remember that.
You're that guy from Mikogami...?
So... you're the notorious Jokichi, huh?
Maybe we'd better be more careful about who we fight.
Jokichi-shmokichi.
Let it go.
But I'm the sworn brother of Kunisada Chuji, Boss of the eight provinces of Kanto.
As sure as my name is Chogoro of Kaiun, you won't get past the Nikko Highway.
I'll get even with you, no matter what.
Okinu... same goes for you.
I'll show you no mercy. Remember that.
They're out there watching.
Mr. Jokichi, you must hurry and leave.
You're not safe here either.
You shouldn't have taken me in.
I knew this would happen some day.
But I could never be with a guy like that.
You're in bad shape!
Nah, just really drowsy.
You have a terrible fever... What am I going to do?
You stupid fuck!
Find him. No matter what.
Lanterns: "Kyu" (short for Kyubei)
How's it going over there?
He's not here.
Shit! Where'd he go? He's not here.
This way!
Let's go.
I'm so sorry about all of this.
I can't just let you die.
I'm sorry... I'm sorry...
Your fever's gone down.
Thanks to you, I feel much better.
You do? I'm glad.
Please don't laugh at what I did.
You were shivering so much, so I did the only thing I could.
No! My body's defiled. I don't deserve your kindness.
My parents sold me when I was ten years old. I've been the plaything of men ever since.
So it's only natural that guys like Kyubei do what they want with me.
But maybe...
...someday I'll meet a good man, and we can have a family.
That's my dream...
Stupid, eh...?
Mr. Jokichi...
Have you ever thought about going straight?
Maybe...
We could go somewhere far away, where no one will find us... and live together.
Mr. Jokichi, if it's with you, I know that I can live happily... if it's with you, Mr. Jokichi.
I guess that's a no.
I shouldn't have burdened you with this.
But at least let me dream, just like this, until dawn.
That's all right, isn't it?
You chicken! Chicken!
Hey, son of a drifter! Is your dad for real?
Kotaro!
Son of a drifter! Son of a drifter! Son of a drifter! Son of a drifter!
Don't cry.
Don't mind them. Your father makes an honest living.
We knew that if we had a child, he'd have to tough it out.
It's too much... They can look down on us... but little Kotaro...
Don't grumble! You have to set a good example for him.
Hungry, Kotaro? Let's eat.
Excuse me.
Why, it's the Manager of Takasago Trading.
We're grateful for your patronage.
No problem.
Very splendid work as usual.
Your technique is solid, but more importantly, I can tell that you put your heart into it.
That makes it a pleasure to help you out.
I'm much obliged.
Jokichi, it's unhealthy to keep yourself shut up indoors so much.
You musn't let your past cause you to fear the outside world.
Thank you.
Anyway... I was wondering if you'd go to Utsunomiya for me.
Jokichi... you know of Kagaya Trading, don't you?
I've heard of them.
They're the biggest wholesale outfit in Yashu province, right?
I bragged to Kagaya's Mr. Zensaemon about you...
...and he definitely wants to see your work.
Really?
It's been so long since I had one, I'm getting tipsy.
Bring me one more bottle!
Yes.
Say, Kotaro... Kotaro...
Yes.
I hear you cried today. Yes.
How bout it? Which arm?
This one.
That one? All right, I'll test you. Come on. This one.
Use both hands.
Try harder!
Do your best!
Keep your eyes on Dad. Do your best!
Come Kotaro, get him.
I got you! Hurray!
Okay then.
Here's a hot one for you.
Ah... He's getting strong.
Come here, come here.
Want some potato?
Yeah.
Right... Here you go. Yeah.
Darling. Don't forget that you're a reformed man now.
I know.
If Kyubei and others see you, just run.
Don't worry. If Kyubei and others see you, just run.
Please bear it, no matter what they do.
Don't worry. They ain't gonna kill me. Right, Kotaro?
Yeah.
Hold it there.
Hey. Why are you running from us?
You mean me?
Hey. Haven't I seen you somewhere before?
I'm only a craftsman. You must be mistaken.
Then what're you hiding your ugly mug for?
Take off your hat. Take it off, I said.
Hurry up!
Can't you hear what we're saying?
Take this!
Y... You... You're Jokichi of Mikogami!
Jokichi? Been three years, hasn't it?
You haven't forgotten this scar on my forehead, have you?
I've been looking everywhere for you.
You're not carrying a sword. What's the matter?
I'm doing legitimate work now.
Oh... Jokichi of Mikogami has reformed, has he?
That's a laugh.
I'm not lying.
Please, I beg you, let me go.
Where's Okinu? Did you marry her?
Yes, I did.
I see. Some people may think that a drifter has reformed if he marries and works.
But Jokichi, I, Kyubei of Nyoraido, and the rest of us here don't think you've reformed.
Boss... You've got it wrong. I'm not Jokichi of Mikogami any more.
I'm just Jokichi, a craftsman.
Shut the fuck up!
Married! Reformed!
Who the fuck do you think you're fooling?!
That's not my intent!
I decided that Okinu be my wife.
But because you stole her, I've become a laughingstock!
And now you're gonna pay!
Please... spare me!
Shut up, asshole!
Bastard!
There ya go.
Shithead!
Scumbag!
Asshole!
Jokichi...
...you've been doing what you please. But you can't escape by saying you've reformed!
Kansuke, give it to him.
Right.
Boss. Is only two fingers enough?
He's a legitimate worker now. Leave the poor man something.
Hey, hold on. If you use the edge, they'll all come off at once.
Take your time... and do it right.
You're pathetic! And you call yourself Jokichi of Mikogami?!
Gonna fight now?
Thank you.
Sign: "Kagaya Trading"
Don't get up.
I'm sorry to have troubled you so much.
I had a careful look at your work.
No wonder Takasago Trading is so proud of your work.
Where did you acquire such skill?
My father made ornaments when I was a child, and I sort of picked it up.
I see. So it's inherited.
They say inherited talent is unsurpassable; you're living proof of that.
I look forward to a profitable business partnership.
Yes sir. Thank you for your patronage.
But what a terrible mishap you've had.
You've endured the unendurable.
I've a family to think of.
Hey...
You're Jokichi of Mikogami, aren't you?
You've kept us waiting.
Who might you be?
Don't play dumb. Where do you think you are? Who might you be?
You're in Chogoro of Kaiun's territory.
We heard you were punished by Boss Kyubei, but we still have a score to settle.
We can't let you pass.
What would you have me do?
Go that way if you must pass.
Woops, not that way! This way!
Hurry up!
Go on.
Go.
Hurry it up.
Get going. Hurry it up.
Get going.
Come on, bastard.
Stop stalling. Come on, bastard.
Stop stalling.
Get going.
Hurry up and scoot. Get going.
Walk, dammit!
Hey Jokichi, so you married Okinu and live in Honjo, right?
Got a son, too? I wonder how they're doing?
Did you know our Boss and Kyubei were rivals for Okinu?
Why don't you offer her to them?
No use going home now!
If you know what's good for you, you'd better fuck off right quick!
Take that.
Stinky, huh?
How's that, you like it?
Let's get out of here.
Yeah.
Jokichi.
Sir, you've been very good to me.
As long as I live, I'll will remain indebted to you.
You mustn't do this, Jokichi.
I understand how you must feel, but after all your hard work...
That has all come to nothing now.
I'm not just Jokichi now. I'm Jokichi of Mikogami, the drifter.
Now if you'll excuse me... All the best to you.
Sp... Spare me!
You're the ones that killed Okinu, aren't you?
N... Not us! Our Boss did...!
It wasn't just Kyubei. There were others.
Who are they?!
Chogoro of Kaiun and Boss Kunisada Chuji.
Kunisada Chuji?
Boss Chuji was on the run after a crackdown in the eight provinces area.
So our Boss and Boss Chogoro met him at Bushu to help him get away.
They went to Okinu's house while they were at it.
You raped her, too?
I couldn't help it.
The Boss ordered us to do it.
Please spare me!
Please! I don't want to die!
Jokichi... Jokichi... spare me!
Symboi on Door: "Kyu" (short for Kyubei)
We're under attack!
That you, Jokichi?
Asshole...! Kill him! Kill him! Now!
It's a raid! Lend us a hand!
Bastard!
Shitheads! Stay out of my way!
What're you guys waiting for?
Kill him! Just kill him! Do it!
I'm Hurricane Isaburo.
I bear you no grudge, but I'm indebted to him for a night's lodging and hospitality.
So I'm duty bound to help him.
Signpost: "Deer Hot Springs"
How's the bath?
Just right.
So you're feeling better now?
Yes, thank you.
A long bath's just the thing for sword wounds.
Stay in there until you're heated through and through.
Yes.
Thanks, really.
Don't be so formal.
I'm a burden to you. I'm such an unreliable husband.
Nonsense.
Don't worry about anything; just concentrate on recuperating.
But we can't just stay here forever.
The fees they charge are nothing to sneeze at.
Don't worry about it.
If it comes down to that, I'll ask the innkeeper for some work.
You work so hard for us. So please let me help at a time like this.
Mr. Jokichi.
I'll wash your back for you.
No, I can do it myself now.
Don't by shy. You'll overtax yourself.
Otsuma!
Oh, there you are, Dad...
Go back to the inn and do your job!
It's my job to take care of the customers too, you know.
Mr. Jokichi...
Oh, Darling...
Come on, Ochika.
Not here...
Who cares? No one's watching. Not here...
For goodness' sakes.
I can't take it any more.
We've been cooped up in a room with other guests.
I haven't touched you since we arrived!
Ochika... Ochika.
Darling.
What's the matter? Don't stop! It's cruel to your wife.
Go ahead. Keep up the good work.
If you can, that is!
P... Please leave us be!
What's the matter? Aren't you gonna do it?
Then I guess we'll have to help you out!
No, that's...!
Bastard!
Ochika! Ochika!
Take care of the guy.
Ochika!
Darling!
My condolences.
As of today, you're a widow.
No need to cry. I'll be happy to console you.
As they say, "It ain't gonna get used up!"
Who're you?
It doesn't matter. Don't mistreat women when I'm around!
So you're a tough guy, huh?
I'm Demon-Mask Gonta, the much-feared Blue- Demon Denzaburo's right-hand man!
Get ready to die!
Bastard!
Please stop!
Spare me! Please!
Please don't kill me!
Have they found my husband?
The young ones are still searching.
But the current's very swift, so I don't know if they'll find him.
Then there's no chance he's still alive?
"Tengu": Mountain spirits known for being tricksters. Boss Tengu.
Huh?
"Tengu": Mountain spirits known for being tricksters. Huh?
"Tengu": Mountain spirits known for being tricksters. Demon-Mask Gonta and the others were killed. Huh?
What are we going to do when Blue Demon Denzaburo hears of it?
"Blue Demon?"
The Blue Demons are a terrible gang.
When the farmers rioted in Koshu last year, they joined in just to raise some hell.
When the officials went after them, they took refuge here, in the mountains.
About two weeks ago they massacred a whole village... every man, woman and child.
Boss Tengu! There's big trouble!
The young people of the village have been killed; the village elder, too!
The Blue Demon must have done it.
Good grief. More trouble again.
It's all your fault, "Boss," for hacking up the Blue Demon's minions.
What a hassle.
Well, we sowed these seeds together. Shall we take care of it? Well?
I don't want to get involved in any trouble right now.
Maybe so, but they'll be coming for us.
Be ready to fight tonight.
C'mon Boss, wake up...
You're terrible, making me wait for half a year.
So your body's been aching for me, huh?
Boss...
You're up early for a young guy.
At least things were quiet last night.
Why are you called "Tengu?"
Oh, that.
You're pretty good.
Were you testing me?
Yeah.
That was quite forceful for just a test.
If you couldn't parry that, you wouldn't live to see tomorrow anyway.
A fight between a Tengu and a Demon, huh?
They're here.
Let's do it.
Bastard!
Fire! Put it out!
Water! I'll get water!
Hurry! Hurry!
Throw down your swords, both of you!
You better do as I say, or I'll cut her in half.
Boss! Help me!
Help! Boss!
Shut up, wench!
Stay back! Don't you care what happens to her?
No! Stay back!
No!
Stop! Throw down your sword!
Boss!
Please, Boss! Stop! Stop!
I'm really gonna do it!
You slept well.
Now that you're up, I want you out of here, now!
You got rid of Denzaburo, but Otsuma got killed for it.
I don't ever want to see your face again.
Where's Tengu?
He's long gone.
They call him "Boss Tengu", but he's just a gambler and a killer.
You, and Chuji, too... neither of you will have a decent death.
What're you doing?
Lie to me, and you're a dead man.
You called him "Chuji." Is his name Kunisada Chuji?
Th... that's right!
Please wait!
Please take me with you!
Boss Chuji is probably at Boss Kiju's inn.
I'm going to visit my uncle Kusutake, and he belongs to Boss Kiju's Gang.
I've been told that Boss Kiju is heavily indebted to Boss Chuji.
So whenever Boss Chuji travels the Nakasendo Highway, he always stays at the inn.
Fiag: "Sweet. Potato Liquor"
Ochika.
Auntie!
What happened?
Where's Mr. Matsujiro...?
Sorry to keep you waiting.
I am called Jokichi, of Mikogami, in Boshu.
Kindly remember me.
Well, I'm honored by your polite greeting.
I'm Ginzo, Mitsuya Kiju's inn-keeper here in Oiwake.
Permit me to sincerely express my gratitude to you for your great kindness to Ochika.
Now let's put an end to these stiff formalities. Please relax, and come over here.
I've been hearing the name of Jokichi of Mikogami for a long time now.
We hear you're quite strong.
You're too kind.
By the way, Jokichi, I heard you went straight three years back.
Yes.
So the civilian life didn't suit you after all?
Kunisada Chuji and his buddies made sure it couldn't last.
What? Boss Chuji?
Why would Boss Chuji do that?
Say, Mr. Jokichi... Mr. Jokichi. Will you explain that to me?
That's unthinkable!
Could it be some kind of mistake?
I know Boss Kunisada Chuji; he'd never take other men's wives by force, or kill children.
He's not that kind of man.
I got it straight from one of Kyubei of Nyoraido's henchman.
Kyubei did it, along with Chogoro of Kaiun in Yashu...
...and Kunisada Chuji. There's no mistake.
Mr. Jokichi. Right now, Boss Chuji is at the home of my Boss.
Is that true?
But, Mr. Jokichi... Please don't go and attack right this minute!
I'm sorry, but I can't let him escape!
I'm not asking you to let him go!
Let me go there myself, and find out what's really going on.
Please refrain from doing anything rash before I return.
As the Treasurer of the Kiju gang, I have obligations.
But because of your kindness to Ochika, Mr. Jokichi, I will not stand in your way.
Please wait here while I make some inquiries.
I understand.
My uncle's late. I wonder what's happened to him.
Thank you.
Jokichi, you always wear that red sash, don't you?
It belonged to my wife.
I thought so.
I envy her... even after death, her husband still loves her.
Loved or unloved, when you die, that's the end of everything.
But to be so loved by her husband...
...it's what every woman prays for.
We hear that you are Jokichi of Mikogami.
My name is Denta, of Boss Kiju's gang.
What do you want with me?
We're told you want to kill Boss Kunisada and Boss Kaiun.
Are we mistaken?
You are not.
We can't let you do it. It's our duty. You are not.
This is where you die.
But we want you to know, our Boss didn't order us to do this.
Therefore, after we kill you, Jokichi, we're going to have to hit the road.
Don't screw this up! Attack him as a group!
Dumbasses!
Stop!
Stop it! You total morons! What're you doing?
Mr. Jokichi is my guest! Step out of line again and you'll answer to me!
Did you think you were a match for Mr. Jokichi, especially when he's armed?
Dumbshits. Get your asses out of here!
Mr. Jokichi, I'm so ashamed. I'll punish them later. Forgive me.
I'm sorry, too.
Well, I've gone and settled the matter.
He says he wants to talk to you.
Kunisada Chuji, you mean?
Yes. Tomorrow morning at the fifth hour, at Chomeiji Temple, right around the corner.
I arranged it so that you and Boss Kunisada can meet; my Boss Kiju will also attend.
How about that?
It's fine with me.
I see.
Thank you.
I'm a teetotaler now.
So I've heard.
But you'd like one now, wouldn't you?
This is how you drink potato wine.
Tomorrow...
If the meeting doesn't go well, it'll be a fight to the death, won't it...
There's no use talking.
But Mr. Jokichi, your wife and son won't rest easy if you die for them.
You're still young.
Whether I live or die, it won't bring them back to life.
My husband lives in the same world that you do, and I've been through a lot.
I'm sure you've had a hard, hard life, too.
I guess you can't forget about the time that you went straight.
You're wrong!
I don't regret giving up that life one bit.
You see...
They kill women and children, then strut around like bigshots.
I'll kill them.
I'll definitely kill them.
Mistress, I'm leaving the money here.
I drew my sword against you before, but that was out of obligation. I'm here as a guest.
We're complete strangers, and I have no quarrel with you.
Now if you'll pardon me.
My husband's gone on ahead.
Ochika will take you to the temple.
Thank you.
Why can't we just run away together?
Mr. Jokichi...
Thank you for all of your hospitality.
Not at all. Be careful, please.
Miss Ochika, please don't lose heart. I wish you happiness.
Are you Jokichi of Mikogami?
Yes.
We're Kiju of Mitsuya's men. We were waiting to be of service.
Thank you.
Our Boss will bring Boss Kunisada soon.
We'll keep your things for you.
Your sword, too, if you please.
We don't want any accidents.
Please don't worry. We will remain true to the code.
No hard feelings, Jokichi. There was no other way.
We wouldn't have a chance if you had your sword.
I know that it was a dirty trick.
Stop it, Ginzo.
You don't need to humor him.
Matsujiro!
I'm not Matsujiro.
I'm going to take over from Boss Kiju in the fall. My name is Minokichi.
Surprised, Jokichi?
The curtain went up on this show when we heard you were at that spa.
And so the sewer rat is finally caught in our trap.
Minokichi, this was some very impressive work.
Nah, it was nothing.
Say no more. It'll reflect on our Boss' honor.
Shut up, old fool. Say no more. It'll reflect on our Boss' honor.
Jokichi...
Our Boss would lose face if we let you go, knowing you're after Boss Kunisada's life.
I'm sorry, but I must ask you to die now.
Isn't Chuji here?
He left a long time ago.
He said he's got no time for the likes of you.
Wait, Ginzo. It's finally curtains for him. So let's have a little fun.
On the count of three, everyone cut this bastard to ribbons.
One...
Two...
Three...
You fools! What're you doing? Kill him! Kill him! Cut him down!
Go ahead, do it! Do him in!
Why you...!
What a scummy trick. That makes me your enemy this time.
Wait...
Mr. Ginzo!
I have no business with any of you!
Scram!
Beat it!
Get lost!
Your vengeance requires two more deaths... Kunisada Chuji and Kaiun Chogoro. Right?
They're powerful. Be careful.
Thank you.
Don't mention it...
Mr. Jokichi!
I'm really just a whore from Oiwake.
Minokichi hired me to play a part.
Please forgive me.
It doesn't matter.
But I was hoping I could go with you, Mr. Jokichi... I know it's a dreamlike wish...
Don't be so pathetic.
Forthe man who threw yesterday away...
... there is no tomorrow.
His wandering heart is a wilderness.
Does it harbor anger, or hatred?
Over into the yonder horizon...
... the sun now sets... the dark, long day is done.
Down the distant path he strides...
... and his fading shadow does not turn back.
THE END
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