FLOATING CLOUDS
Executive Producer SANEZUMI FUJIMOTO
story by FUMIKO HAYASHI
Screenplay YOKO MIZUKI
Photography MASAO TAMAI
Music ICHIRO SAITO
Distribution :
HIDEKO TAKAMINE
MASAYUKI MORI
MARIKO OKADA
DAISUKE KATO
Directed by MIKIO NARUSE
November 1946.
The repatriated from French Indochina.
Home of Kengo Tomioka.
Good morning.
Good morning. Excuse me.
What is it?
Is Mr Tomioka here?
Yes. Just a minute, please.
Who are you?
I'm from the Forestry Ministry.
I have brought. . . a message.
A message?
Ah. . .
How are you?
Compared to Indochina, it's cold, isn't it?
You received my telegram?
Why didn't you answer me?
I thought you would come.
You've left your job?
I left it as soon as I returned.
Why?
To be more independent.
What do you do now?
I'm in the firewood business.
Was the old lady your mother?
She looked like you.
Where are you living?
My brother-in-law's house.
He's left to live in a village.
Though his things are still there.
I borrowed his scarf.
I don't have any winter clothes.
Wait here. I'll get dressed.
- Hello. - How is everything?
Miss Koda, come here.
Yes.
A long trip from Japan. You must be tired.
Yes.
Did you meet in the Saigon Hotel?
This is the typist.
You haven't met?
This is Tomioka. Of the Forestry Ministry.
They've transferred him from Borneo.
I am Yukiko.
How is Japan? I have heard it gets worse all the time.
Dalat is a paradise.
Our mission is not to fight.
It's the management of the forests.
I have to go to the quinine garden.
Look at these papers.
He doesn't say much.
No, but he's very pleasant.
He writes to his woman every three days.
He sends her lipstick.
He's very responsible.
Things have changed
more than I had hoped.
What do you expect? We lost the war.
I'm repatriated and destitute.
Just like so many others.
Men have more luck.
And women, fewer preoccupations.
You're from Chiba?
No, I'm not.
You're not from Chiba?
I was sure you were.
Where, then?
Tokyo.
Tokyo? I don't believe it.
You don't have a Tokyo accent.
You're more like. . .
A country girl?
He always uses this sour language.
Don't take him seriously.
Then you are from Tokyo.
By your accent I wouldn't have guessed.
How old are you?
I won't tell you.
Twenty-four?
No. I'm twenty-two.
Are you trying to insult me?
Really? You're twenty-two?
I simply meant that you look older than your age.
Don't take it badly like most women would.
She has come from Japan. Let's drink to her.
You've annoyed her.
I'm only playing.
I wonder why she's come here?
But you like her, though .
Don't be stupid! She's not my type.
I know very well you like feminine company.
I continue to study tropical trees.
It's an escape.
Tell me what I'm supposed to do today.
Ask the boss.
- He's gone away without saying anything. - And Kano?
He's in his room.
Tell me what to do.
You could come with me and visit the tomb of King Anamita.
You're upset?
Why?
Because of what I said last night. I hope I didn't offend you.
Tired?
I like to walk by the forest.
It helps me to sleep.
Last night I could not. . .
You couldn't sleep.
I was afraid of Mr Kano.
Why? Did he say something to you?
He was drunk and he came to my room.
It's not serious.
I remember many things
about when we went to Chenbou.
The boss and the major were there.
And also you.
Just before leaving
you told me you wanted to stay with me.
We spent the night in a hotel.
With one light, an oil lamp.
We had supper, we drank a little and lay down.
We drank till we'd had enough.
Your room was at the end of the corridor.
After midnight,
I went to your room.
The door was not closed.
That was our first night together.
Now I'm here and I don't know what to do.
Please. . .
Decide what you want from me.
You must forget the past.
For us, the past is our only reality.
Without it, where would we be now ?
I would have preferred not to have seen your wife.
I felt like a beggar or a wretch.
Why has she got a gold tooth?
Her smile gave me the creeps.
She's older than you, isn't she?
So what?
With this you might be able to find a job.
I don't want it.
Don't worry about me.
I will manage.
But you haven't returned to live together.
I don't want to cause more damage.
It was a dream that we shared.
Even if it hurts you,
everything is different now.
My wife has suffered enough already because of me.
She maintained my house during the war.
I cannot leave her now.
Try to understand.
No I can't.
You talk about your conscience but I mean so little to you.
That's not fair.
I'm tired now, but you must think about the future.
If your wife matters so much,
why were you unfaithful?
I don't have anything against her.
But you said that you would divorce
and you would marry me when you returned.
Why didn't you tell her everything?
You said that you'd do anything for me.
Now you only want to get rid of me.
You lied to me!
Why are you crying?
Ever since you returned. . .
you have changed.
Try to understand me.
There are problems with the clients.
I must sell the house in order to pay debts.
The price of firewood has suddenly fallen.
Is that why you're never here?
You have something to say?
You get upset very easily.
Because you don't trust me.
Maybe you want
to get rid of me.
You'll feel much more secure when we're rich.
Then I'll be home more.
If you don't believe me, come with me.
English is essential.
We do a lot of business with the Americans.
Try elsewhere.
What is this?
I hope there's no problem.
She said her sister
was married to your brother.
Is that right?
Yukiko!
When did you arrive in Tokyo?
Why are you not staying in the Shizuoka house?
I took your scarf.
Now you are living at my expense?
Who told you?
A neighbour
told me you took my bed.
I have seen what has gone.
Why did you do it?
It thought you would understand why.
I used some money to buy this coat.
Where you're living? Don't lie!
In a shop. But there's nothing to sell.
I came to Tokyo to marry.
Who is he? What does he do?
I worked with him in Dalat, Indochina.
How old is he?
He's younger than you. But I have left him.
Why?
He's married.
He deceived you.
Things are not the same after the war.
You have work?
No, I'm looking.
I left the bank and I went to the countryside.
Once the war was over, I wanted to come back.
Know what I'm thinking?
I'll borrow some money.
It's more comfortable than a shop.
Why not rely on me?
I've been worried about you
ever since you went to Indochina.
What nonsense!
I went to Indochina to forget.
Violated by my brother-in-law,
you want to forget.
I hate you, so I sold your things.
I have more right to be offended than you.
You've learned a lot in Indochina.
Hostess wanted.
How are you? What do you make here?
Where are you going?
You are single?
It's you.
Come in.
You're doing well.
Is that what you think?
Anyway, it's my palace.
I've just returned.
Ah, yes?
You received my letter?
That's why I'm here.
Comfortable here.
You seem happy.
Really?
At least I'm not starving.
I envy you.
Why?
With my life, what is there to envy?
I feel it anyway.
When you're unhappy
you envy others.
You're unhappy? How do you think I feel?
You always only think of yourself.
How is the business?
Not good
I will have to sell my house.
What are your family going to do?
They will go away to the countryside.
If I lose this battle, I'll lose everything.
Then lose.
You seem to want something from me.
Anyway, I'm glad to see you're doing well.
I'm doing well?
Perhaps it's not necessary, but that will help you.
I want to help anyway.
It's much too late.
We had to meet in Dalat.
Yukiko, are you in?
Shall we go somewhere?
I've brought you sake.
He got upset?
No. I told him not to get upset.
Where did you meet him?
Why the questions?
He was single,
as you were before meeting me in Indochina.
Joe is pleasant.
He even taught me a poem called "Don't Forget Me".
Beloved, this flower has blossomed.
Despite ageing. It keeps its pretty colour.
That reminds me of the joy we had together.
And that memory I keep in my heart.
He's going home in two months.
Then someone else will replace him.
That's typical of you.
I would like to see you when you're desperate.
Let's drink.
I can stay here tonight?
Is that why you came?
Liar!
You'll need to leave suddenly afterwards.
I know it.
I know you too well.
Do you think you can have me when you want?
You're completely mistaken.
What have you done for me? Nothing.
You only think of yourself.
You're a parasite. You make me sick. You don't respect me.
You're a strong woman. I admire you.
You cannot do anything for me.
If you cannot live with me, leave my life
and let me get on with it.
Very well.
But can't I come round occasionally?
No, I don't want you to.
Perhaps I would be bad for your business?
You said it.
Wait here.
I didn't expect to see you so early.
I suppose so.
I'd rather not have to come.
I've come for my mattresses.
I also seem to be missing some silk kimonos.
What is that? How pretty!
I would be satisfied with this.
That's not mine.
First you humiliated me and now you want your things.
You have more covers than you need.
You're doing well.
Can you get me some American goods, cigarettes, magazines, these things here?
If you can, you can keep the mattresses.
Perhaps I can patent the design in Japan.
You know somebody that wants cheap potatoes?
Take them and get out!
There's no hurry.
Wait, take it all.
We marched united. . .
The workers will govern the Earth.
I'm glad you called me.
What did you want?
I wanted to make peace.
You seem tired.
I'm preoccupied with many things.
Can't you say something happy?
I speak with sadness, but seeing you makes me happy.
I feel the same way.
Appearances are misleading
because I'm not at all happy.
Where shall we go?
What about Shibuya?
It doesn't mean anything, right?
Perhaps.
Would you like to travel with me?
Tomioka...
I wish you good luck.
This reminds me of Dalat.
That's everything I want.
Visit me once in a while and I'll be happy.
Let me know in advance.
What are you thinking about?
You're at your wits' end, right?
You're right.
I am at my wits' end.
Tell me, how you would like to die?
Let's see. . . what about with cyanide?
And if you didn't have cyanide?
When one wants to commit suicide,
one commits suicide.
It doesn't matter how.
I thought about dying with you in the mountains.
That's exactly
what I thought the other day.
You've brought to me here to die?
Lighten up a little.
Let's stay here for New Year.
If you need money, you can pawn my coat.
We'll leave tomorrow.
Then we won't die in the mountains together?
You're not pretty enough to die with.
What things you say! In that case, let's leave.
Once we visited
a Japanese cemetery near Tourane.
What was that town called?
Was it Ho?
Yes Ho. What a pretty town!
It bores to me to speak of the past.
Remembering all that
won't make us revive the passion we shared then.
Once I also loved my wife.
But not now.
I've lost everything, even my soul.
If you're serious, don't worry about me
I would manage okay, being single.
We'll leave today.
How much do you want for this?
I don't want to sell it,
but I spent too much here.
I see.
What about the watch?
It's a very pretty watch.
I bought it in the south.
I was in the navy stationed in Borneo.
I was in Indochina. I was lucky.
I survived.
I've been looking for a watch like this for a long time.
It works well.
A watchmaker would give you less than 5,000 yen.
It's a good status symbol.
You know somebody?
I'll buy it for 10,000 yen.
I like the watch. What do you say?
- It's a deal. - Very well. Market closed.
Hey, woman!
Bring us a bottle of sake.
Are you a painter?
No. The timber business.
Here's my card.
Ah, you were a civil employee.
I had a job at the fish market in Tokyo.
But my new wife doesn't like the fish.
We're going to have a drink.
The truth is that she could be my daughter.
Finding her was destiny.
I believe that one must respect destiny.
We cannot go against it.
What time is it?
We're going to close. You can go home.
I've been told I have two or three days more.
That's good news.
Then. . .
It has been destiny, to come here and sell the watch.
Clearly.
Lady,
I've brought apples,
mandarins, cakes, let's see. . .
and peanuts. What would you like?
More.
- Lady... - Oh, I can't drink any more. . .
We must, it's New Year!
It's destiny.
We also want to return to Tokyo soon.
We cannot go against destiny.
You tried the fruit of the south?
Yes.
And mangoes?
A glass?
- Drink. To health! - Thanks.
I want to have a bath.
I'll show you the way.
Very well?
And you?
No, thanks.
I bathed twice today. It's sufficient.
This here...
The towel?
Mind the step.
We used the bath at a tavern.
- Good evening. - Good evening.
How long have you been here?
Nearly two years.
But I want to leave.
I want to live in Tokyo.
Business is bad?
Dying. This is a summer town.
He wants to sell fish in Tokyo again.
I don't like the idea at all.
I want to be dancer.
That geisha that we knew
is teaching me to dance.
But Papa doesn't like it.
Who?
My husband.
Going for a bath?
Hold on, I'll go with you.
- You're going to the baths? - Yes.
I'll come with you.
I'll stay here, then.
Did you notice? Is she enamoured with you?
Do you think? I didn't notice.
You always pretend not to notice.
I did nothing.
The truth is you never miss an opportunity.
When a woman looks at you, you lose your senses.
Don't say stupid things.
But you like her, right?
- No, I don't like her. - Don't deny it.
You are a good seducer. Despite what you say.
Shall we stay here a little longer?
It's not a bad idea.
I wonder what brought you back to life.
I don't know what it is.
In addition, you have new underpants.
Where are the old ones?
What's the matter?
Nothing.
You're always suspicious.
Of what?
Let's go for a walk.
No. It's too cold.
I'm nervous.
I feel so empty, bored.
You don't want me.
Perhaps I should go away.
What do you mean?
We'll go away together.
I know you too well.
Let's forget it. It doesn't matter.
- Goodbye. - So long !
Happy New Year!
Is there no more sake?
You're still depressed.
About what?
This here is my one true love.
You're a monster.
You only love yourself.
For this reason, I want to live.
You need to be worth something. I have no value.
You're impossible.
But people still like you.
You're a fake, though,
and a cowardly one.
In reality you're simply a drunkard.
Have you finished?
Any more to add?
You're a very intelligent man.
But you don't have any idea
how to run a business.
But I still have a future.
Who says that I won't end up being a millionaire?
At least we're still alive. Let's drink to that.
That woman, Osei, was crying when we left.
Didn't you see it?
You chose not to see it.
If you don't want me, I'll leave.
Is that what you want?
Yes.
I don't like your attitude.
I'm not going to listen to your sermons.
You seem to think we're married.
I think I should go my way.
And you should go yours, what do you think?
I'm dying.
Yesterday I was ill in bed all day. I didn't see anybody.
Perhaps she was ill.
You don't know where she is?
No.
Another girl came to see her.
Was her name Osei?
Where could she be if she's not here?
Anyway, they're demolishing this hut soon.
I have the man's calling card, and I went to his house.
But they've left for the countryside.
Residence of K. Ohta.
Do you know when they left?
Last month.
They redirected their mail to the countryside.
Do you have that postcard with their address?
Bring it here.
Excuse me, where does Takase live?
At the end of the corridor.
- Thanks. - No problem.
But. . .
What are you doing here?
I live here.
And Tomioka?
He's not here.
Then I'll wait for him to return.
If you want,
but Tomioka lives with his wife.
He won't return.
His wife is often ill.
Yes, I know.
We're both in the same predicament.
I'll wait here until he returns. I have the time to spare.
How long have you been with him?
I live here on my own.
He doesn't have anywhere else to stay when in Tokyo.
When he comes, I stay at a friend's house.
He doesn't have anywhere else. . .
So he comes here?
And what about your husband in Ikao?
I left him.
Everything becomes clear, doesn't it ?
Does a man live here?
He comes here every day?
At what time?
I don't know.
When did you arrive?
I've seen Osei.
Wait, I'll explain.
I was worried about you.
That's of no importance.
Have you found a job?
I thought about making shoes,
but I feel too weak to work in the cold.
Are you ill?
I'll find a good job for you.
Really?
You still hate me?
The day we returned from Ikao. . .
You wanted to break up. I know it.
I didn't have a chance.
You didn't even give me your address.
I hate you but I still came here.
I was desperate, without work, with my wife ill.
And I met Osei.
She insisted that I come here. I tried to resist, but. . .
It doesn't excuse anything.
I'm pregnant.
That's why I'm here.
A baby?
Promise me you won't
do anything silly.
I'll give you what you want.
Because I want to have this baby.
Perhaps our baby will change our luck.
Living with someone elses wife. . .
Avoiding the glances of people in the apartment.
Osei drives me insane.
I cannot meet her husband again.
The guilt tortures me.
Surely you'll be happy with her.
It's your reality.
I'm only a memory.
And memories disappear fast.
They're forgotten.
That's the way things are.
But I still remember
our days in Indochina.
I realise how much I've lost since then.
What's your wife's illness? Has she got a cough ?
Yes. . . Things are very bad.
At least you have work That's good.
It's not a good job, really.
There's so little to do, I feel useless.
Tired?
No, it's my bad foot.
We're a right pair, walking together!
It doesn't matter to me. What about you?
We'll meet this coming Sunday.
Don't do anything hasty.
Before then I'll finish with Osei, believe me.
Don't speak to me like I'm a naive young girl.
I'll cope with it.
Church of the Believers in the Sun God.
A visitor, reverend teacher.
Remember,
God always helps those that believe in him,
whether they are good or bad.
Breathe.
The air is full of ether.
The Sun sends the ether which traverses my body.
Oh, Powerful Sun.
Bestow mercy on your subjects.
You feel greatly relieved?
Yes, teacher. I feel like a new man.
In that case, come back for treatment regularly.
We do not promise
instant cures like certain charlatans.
Those that seek healing must show patience.
Please, accept my donation.
It's a profitable business!
The world is full of suckers.
Tell them what they want to hear
and they shower you with money.
We sell them
the unobtainable.
Who began this?
A friend of mine. He's an ex-military man.
The idea was his, and I'm his partner.
It is as easy as commanding recruits.
May I have one?
You smoke?
You look unwell.
You got my letter?
Perhaps your ''treatment'' is what I need.
It costs 10,000 yen.
He has left you?
I was stupid trusting him.
I'll take care of you.
After all, we're not strangers.
I'll even buy a house for you.
You seem downcast.
If I could take life that easily
then my life would be so much better.
I feel so cold.
Do I have anything?.
You should go home and rest.
JEALOUS HUSBAND KILLS CHAMBERMAID
ARRESTED AT THE SCENE
TOMI OKA, THE LOVER, IS EX-OFFICIAL
When I worked in the Forestry Ministry
I spent four years in French Indochina.
WIFE CRITICAL. SEND MONEY URGENTLY.
Are you well?
And you? You should be in bed.
I can't stay in bed.
I feel better now.
- You got the money? - Yes, yesterday.
I wanted to send more,
but I'm out of work now.
When I received your letter,
I felt bad.
I read it in the newspaper.
It mentioned me, right?
Leave me alone, please.
You still liked Osei.
I did the right thing.
You said that you wanted a child, but I knew that was a lie.
You must be relieved, right?
Now you can go on without commitment
and no responsibility to me.
You killed Osei.
I suffered pain.
But you did nothing for me.
I was on the verge of dying.
But it means little to you if I die or not.
In Ikao you wanted to die with me.
If we'd agreed,
you would have fled.
I am guilty.
It's my fault.
But if you know me so well, why have you not left me already?
Why did we not forget each other and put an end to this?
You say that because you always liked Osei.
You're still thinking about her.
Don't shout. People will hear.
I have already forgotten her, she died.
No! She is alive!
She still lives in you. If not you wouldn't be in this state.
I feel it because of her husband. That's all.
I'm even trying to find him a good lawyer.
You don't understand.
If I could speak with Osei,
I would tell her that you're mine for ever.
- Come and help me. - Okay.
You're leaving already?
I feel it.
They've sent me here to deliver the invoice.
It doesn't include the invoice from yesterday.
What's going on?
Who was that?
Is this the house of Mr Iba?
Yes.
Can I speak to Yukiko Koda?
Wait a moment, please.
You have a visitor, Miss Yukiko.
What a surprise!
Come in.
What happened to your eye?
An infection.
Make yourself comfortable.
You've changed.
How have I changed?
You seem younger.
Free and carefree?
Where is Mr Iba?
He had business in town.
- You're single? -No.
I have one job during the day.
I'm the treasurer of the Congregation.
It bores me.
Kuniko died yesterday.
Your wife? Died?
Of tuberculosis.
If I'd had money she might have been saved.
I'm sorry.
And the funeral?
I need money for that.
You could lend me some?
How much?
20,000 yen will be enough.
I'm ashamed to ask.
20,000 yen?
- There. - Thanks.
Won't you stay to eat?
I must go soon.
I must see the undertaker.
Wait for me, I'm going out shortly.
Now that you're single, what is your plan?
I don't know. I'm ruined.
I don't know when I'll be able to repay you.
That does not bother me.
Are you still living in that apartment?
Yes.
I would like to come visit you.
But first I must find a job.
I have asked my friends.
But it's difficult, I am too old.
That's ridiculous.
You have walked me far enough.
- Goodbye, then. - Goodbye.
What are you doing here?
The funeral is over?
A woman told me it was.
Which woman?
She was beautiful and well-dressed.
What did she say?
She asked me what's my relationship with you.
I only smiled at her.
You should be less trivial.
Then she began to laugh
and I lay down on the bed.
You're a very bad girl.
I'm jealous.
Your boss will get upset with you.
I've come to receive the invoice.
What else did she say?
She was cross.
She looked around the room.
And she asked me if I lived here.
I said yes to her. I don't think she'll return.
You're incorrigible.
Then why do you kiss me when you are drunk?
Handa, I'm busy. Please leave.
Welcome.
Madam, the bath is ready.
I want to send a telegram.
Is it urgent?
Yes.
Excuse me, Madam.
You have a visitor.
What did you mean ''Come or I will die''?
When did you arrive?
Last night.
Surprised?
My neighbours were.
How many did you send?
I just sent another one. I've missed you.
I want you to know,
I've left Iba.
What do you want to do now?
He no longer supports me.
Actually, I've committed a crime.
What did you do?
I've stolen 300,000 yen from the congregation.
Have they denounced you?
I don't think so. They won't go to the police.
They cannot risk the truth getting out.
They've done worse things.
I'm surprised.
The house is worth
ten times 300,000.
If they denounce me they have a lot to lose.
You're safe.
Does that change your opinion of me?
Many things have changed since Ikao, haven't they?
Perhaps too many.
I don't think so.
I thought you enjoyed your life.
I'm talking about Osei, the dead girl.
You can't forget her, can you?
I know it.
You called me to talk about her?
I'll go away tomorrow.
You are an egoist.
Why?
We can't continue living like this,
without direction.
Living with the money that you have stolen.
You think we should separate?
We should have died in Ikao.
We can die at any time.
You may want to die, but I don't.
You don't care about me?
Did you get upset because I lived with Iba?
I didn't get upset.
It doesn't matter to me.
Very well then, I'll die alone.
I've changed my mind.
I'm glad of that.
I will live...
on my own.
You can continue to play with the hearts of girls.
You remind me of a story.
I read in Hanoi
about a poor man who deceived girls
into helping him to become successful.
Unlike him, you deceive them for nothing.
Why don't you deceive other men?
I want you, but. . .
we cannot live like this.
You could make up with Iba.
Or find a job somewhere else.
Our relationship died when the war finished.
We're too old to live dreams.
I didn't tell you. . .
I have a job.
I leave within the week.
Where to?
To an island called Yaku, south of Kyushu.
Yaku? That's a long way, isn't it?
I will be a forest guard.
I'll return in about five years.
Or perhaps I won't return.
What time are you going?
Well. . .
The train is at eleven.
Do you have to go?
What will you do?
Where can I go?
I don't have anywhere.
Anyway, I must go.
Take me with you.
Don't leave me here.
I will not leave you.
I must do it.
You're going away. . .
to a distant island with that girl.
I saw her in your apartment.
You're confused.
You have a relationship with her, don't you?
If she's not your girl, let me come with you.
Go back to Iba.
It's the best thing you can do.
If I could go back to him,
I would not have left him.
Don't you understand that?
I left him because I cannot live without you.
You've let me down.
You always wanted Osei. I'm sure of it.
Take all the money.
Do whatever you want with it.
I don't want anything any more.
The train leaves in one hour.
Why don't you go back to work?
I can ask a favour of somebody.
Make a fresh start.
Someday you'll find the right man.
Excuse me.
Mr Iba was here.
Iba?
He left his card.
He said it was very important
and that he will come by again.
Thanks.
I must see you soon.
Please, call me.
The director of the Floral Review, please.
This is Tomioka.
I wanted to thank you for using my article.
I'm leaving shortly for Yaku.
Something sudden, but I must go.
Iba was here.
When?
How did he find us?
He probably saw my name in the magazine article.
I must leave soon.
Take me with you. Just for a month or two
Then I'll leave the island.
Please. Only a month or two.
After that I won't bother you again
Excuse me.
What time does the boat leave?
The boat can't leave till the storm has finished.
- Let me know, please. - Yes.
We've come a long way,
and still have a day's more travelling.
We'll stay there for years.
I couldn't have done it on my own.
Do you want to go back?
Of course not.
You know, life will be difficult there.
But I'll have you.
I cannot live without you.
That's my problem.
It's your fault entirely.
It will be better for you with me on that island.
If I cannot live with you, I'll wait for you my whole life.
That's a woman.
I'll stick to you until you throw me away.
After that, who knows?
Could I give you up?
The boat will not leave for at least two days.
- Two days? - Yes.
Did you tell the magazine you were going to Yaku?
Yes.
Think that they will come for you?
I don't think so.
Maybe they'll denounce us.
Madam, do you want to bathe?
Yes, you are my "Madam".
What's the matter?
I am cold.
Perhaps you've caught the flu.
I'm shaking.
But you don't have a fever.
Go to bed.
Then you'll leave me here.
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Is your wife any better?
Thanks.
The boat leaves at ten.
Good.
How are you?
You look better.
I'll take the next boat. Don't worry.
Rest well
and get yourself better. I'll come back later.
Yo're not going away without me?
Don't be an idiot. How could I leave without you?
Now we could be on the high seas.
How was the sea?
Good.
We will go tomorrow?
We don't have a doctor in Yaku.
And they say it rains almost every day.
What a place.
I'm worried. The voyage is hard.
If I cannot make the trip,
you'll have to leave me behind.
I don't want to be a burden.
You'll be better off here.
You'll be well taken care of and I will return for you.
When yo're back on your feet.
Your wife shouldn't travel, and we need to take an X-ray.
I'll come if it's necessary.
Thank you, doctor. . .
Well then, do what you have to.
Make sure she rests well.
Thank you very much.
An injection every four hours.
Get well soon.
- Thank you very much. - It was nothing.
It's ready.
Thanks.
It rains almost every day.
Sometimes it rains a whole month.
A whole month of rain!
You get used to it.
This woman will be in charge of the tasks of the house.
Thank you very much.
You want syrup for the cough?
Another injection?
To ease your pain?
At least you'll be here when I die.
You will not die.
Don't talk rubbish.
I got what I wanted, didn't I?
When you get better, return to Tokyo.
There's nothing for you to do here.
This is not a good place for you.
I must stay for weeks
in the mountains.
- Your food. - Thanks.
It's a beautiful day.
It's rare to have this weather.
Everything appears happy and radiant.
How do you feel?
Much better.
It's stopped raining.
I have to go now.
Look after yourself, get well.
I can't come with you?
Don't be silly.
You're glad to be leaving me.
Yes. There are women everywhere.
You're right.
It doesn't matter to you, a woman is a woman.
You're very talkative.
You must be getting better. It's good.
There are women everywhere.
That's a mean thing to say.
If you don't like it, recover quickly,
and conquer all the men
with your charms.
You're incorrigible.
I knew that you had a sharp tongue.
Only certain women will put up with it.
Only certain women?
I don't know who you mean.
Excuse me.
You must inform the doctor
of her condition every day.
The doctor in Kagoshima?
It will stop sometimes?
Mr Tomioka!
Your wife!
Yukiko!
When did she get so bad?
I don't know.
There was nobody here?
Thanks. Please, leave us alone.
My sympathy is with you.
Yukiko!
The life of the flower is very short.
So appreciate it while you can.