Her again...
That's weird.
She's wearing a kimono, like a princess.
You're totally not the 'princess' type.
Why not?
Don't ignore us.
You ratted on us, didn't you?
You deserved it.
Shut up, you dog!
Stop it!
Teacher!
Fooled you, huh?
You're the fool, Kawakami.
You idiot.
Get out of here.
He's running away!
Weakling!
Loser.
Give me courage. Give me courage.
Give me courage.
You're not listening to me.
Why give up your photography
to help your friend with his company?
But he asked me to help him.
But why do you have to quit your job?
Who said I was going to quit?
You did.
I didn't.
I said I'm taking a break from photography to focus on his business.
That means you're quitting.
Did I even mention the word "quit"?
Shinichi, did I?
Leave Shinichi out of it!
If you're unsure about your role in this family,
what I need from a husband is...
It's her again...
Off to school?
Dad, are you sick of photography?
Did you know
this tree is called "The Great Oak of Kawakami"?
That's our name.
Cool, huh?
Answer my question.
Kids don't need to worry about stuff like that.
Why not?
What is this?
What's going on?
A festival?
Awesome...
Ijiri, you demon!
Don't move.
Um...
Who's there?
Damn!
The Iwatsuki clan! After them!
From another time?
He speaks of strange things.
That explains his queer dress.
If what he says is true,
I owe him my life.
Matabei, do you believe him?
Could he be a spy of Iwatsuki?
Hmm...
Or...
Okurai?
Please...
Untie these ropes.
If you value your life,
provide some proof!
Here.
How strange!
Are you a goblin's child?
No, I'm a human child!
I swear!
What's all this noise about?
Princess Ren!
The lady in my dream.
Dream?
Did you just say "dream"?
You saw me in a dream?
Answer her truthfully.
Yes, I did...
I saw you by a lake.
A lake?
You were praying by a lake...
The dream brought me here.
So you came to grant my wish?
Interesting.
Stay here for awhile.
Jiromaru, look after this child.
I beg you to reconsider.
And...
Please don't call me Jiromaru.
That's my childhood name.
My samurai name is Matabei Ijiri...
Are you denying my request,
Jiromaru?
Why me?
Bunshiro, you watch the kid.
Your mom will know what to do.
The princess asked you to do it.
You have to own up to it.
Come on, ask Osato for me.
I must decline.
The Princess is a headache, too.
She relies on me for everything.
She feels close to you.
Fool!
It's because we grew up together.
That's all.
When my father served the Lord,
I was often tasked with entertaining her.
I see.
Actually I was at her beck and call.
That's different from "feeling close".
I am only her servant,
nothing more.
But she really is beautiful.
Many generals have asked for...
Her hand,
but she's declined them all...
She's such a willful princess.
So she's "hot".
"Hot"?
A lot of people like her.
Many people like her...
You're right.
She is very well loved in Kasuga.
Here we are.
Your house is in the castle?
Good thing your commute is short.
Commute?
No packed trains...
Father, mother.
Bunshiro,
Young Master.
Welcome home.
I'm taking care of him for awhile.
He's not at school either?
What should we do?
He's never cut school before.
I found this at the Great Oak of Kawakami.
What's this?
"Dad, Mom, Don't be shocked."
"I'm writing you
from the Tensho era."
"I'm guessing it would be hard for you to come get me."
"But don't worry too much,
I'm doing fine. From Shinichi."
What does he mean "Tensho era"?
Feudal Japan - -
When Nobunaga Oda began his rule.
Nobunaga? What's that mean?
I have no idea why he wrote this crazy letter.
But this is pretty old parchment.
It's not anything from this era.
This may sound strange,
but what if this really was from the feudal age?
What?!
What if something happened and he really is in feudal Japan?
That's crazy.
But how?
Well...
I don't know, but...
It's an elaborate joke.
You know how he gets into these things.
What motivation would he have to do this?
Your room's kind of sparse.
I'm the only one living here.
What about your family?
All dead.
My mother from illness. My father and brothers in battle.
I see...
Is there a Mrs.?
Mrs.?
A wife.
Listen Shinichi! I'm a samurai!
With a wife or child, I would have something to lose.
Then I wouldn't be very effective in battle, right?
Such noble words.
This man is feared on the battlefield as Demon Ijiri
but he's a pushover when it comes to women.
Impertinence!
Then hurry up and take a bride!
What a shame if the Ijiri name ended with you.
If your father were alive, he would say the same thing.
What are you talking about! Who do you think you are?
What a nuisance!
I guess women are strong in any era.
Are they like this in yours, too?
They've lost two sons to war.
Bunshiro is the only child left.
What about your parents?
Are they over there? In what you call the future?
They must be worried.
I left without a word...
I have a good idea, Shinichi. What if you write them a letter?
A letter?
This is that letter.
We'll wrap it in oil paper and encase it.
If we seal it with wax, it should last until the future.
I know a good place to bury this.
Under the Great Oak of Kawakami.
Great Oak of Kawakami?
There's no tree by that name?
I don't know of it.
There's a stone Buddha...
Stone Buddha?
You mean by the Secret Abyss?
Secret Abyss?
It's near a lake surrounded by a forest.
Can you take me there tomorrow? It may help me get back.
Fine. We'll leave first thing tomorrow.
Thank you.
Don't worry, Shinichi.
I promise I'll find you a way back home.
What are you worried about?
From where you came, you'll return.
Is it that simple?
Most things are.
See? Your stomach agrees with me.
Osato! The boy's hungry. Is dinner ready?
Yes!
Interaction of people of various backgrounds throughout history
gave birth to different cultures. These cultures...
Wake up, Kawakami!
It was a dream.
Shinichi!
You were moaning in your sleep.
Really? How embarrassing!
What were you dreaming about?
It's kind of funny, actually.
I slipped back in time to feudal Japan and was caught up in a battle...
I don't know why I dreamt that.
I know why.
Because you're always running away.
I am here to get you.
Hurry!
Everything must be perfect!
Lord Okurai is paying a surprise visit!
We're going to greet him. Come!
Right away!
Bunshiro, I have to greet Lord Okurai.
I'm entrusting you to take Shinichi to the Secret Abyss.
What?!
What are you doing Misako?
I really think Shinichi is in the Tensho era.
Look at this.
"The sudden appearance of Shinichi Kawakami and his clan..."
"helped Kasuga turn the tides of battle in the Tensho era."
"In honor of this achievement, Kasuga named this oak tree..."
"the Great Oak of Kawakami..."
What do you think?
About what?
Shinichi Kawakami and his clan?
Shinichi did something heroic there,
and "his clan" means us.
We're going, too. To the Tensho era.
It's already written in history.
Are you feeling OK?
I can't believe it either! But this article is irrefutable.
The name must be a coincidence.
I thought so too, at first.
But his letter is from the same era. It's more than a coincidence.
But it's feudal Japan.
How are we supposed to get there?
Japan was in turmoil then. Everyone was killing each other.
Yes, and our child is there now!
We have to save him.
Shinichi's waiting for us!
You're right...
You're right!
Shinichi, let's go.
You, there. What are you wearing?
This youngster is an entertainer, sir.
This strange dress is actually his costume.
I see.
What talents do you have? Show me.
Nothing worthy of your interest, sir. It would be a waste of time...
Never mind.
I'm interested. Show me!
Very well, sir.
He'll demonstrate his agility on this two-wheeled contraption.
As it only has two wheels,
it cannot stand on its own.
But with his magical powers...
Ride it!
He's quite talented.
Come to my castle next time. You'd be most welcome.
Who is that man? I almost peed in my pants!
Lord Takatora Okurai. The most powerful man in these parts.
That's obvious.
He could make your heart stop with one glare.
He has a terrible temper and can be quite cruel, too.
He would have cut you down in an instant.
You're lucky, he was in good spirits today.
Thanks to your quick wit, Bunshiro. You were great!
I was just trying to help Matabei, that's all.
I knew you were a good person, Bunshiro.
Be quiet!
Don't be so modest, Bunshiro!
Cut it out!
I wish I could give you a gift, really.
Want to ride?
I wouldn't be caught dead on such a contraption.
Why not, Bun-chan?
Bun-chan?
You want to marry Ren?
Surely, you have no objection?
It's just so sudden and unexpected.
The hunt was merely an excuse.
I wanted to see for myself if all the rumors were true.
And Princess Ren is indeed a beauty.
I've decided.
Any objections?
What is your name?
Matabei Ijiri, sir.
So you're the famous Demon Ijiri?
What do you think of our engagement?
Your name is famous in this land, Lord Okurai.
I think it's a match made in heaven.
So Demon Ijiri approves.
I'll notify you of the wedding date. Be prepared.
Bring the horses!
Congratulations on your engagement, sir.
Don't flatter me!
But you are devious, sir.
You acted like you never met the Princess before.
Did you forget about that time?
Be quiet.
I've got this one.
Stop!
This is outrageous! Do you know who I am?
Who cares?
This is a sanctuary for wildlife. There will be no killing here!
Be quiet!
Or I'll shoot you instead!
Shoot, if you dare.
Girl!
What is your name?
A brute like you has no need to know!
She is Princess Ren, daughter of Lord Yasutsuna.
That girl tried to defy me.
How dare she?
Despicable!
What kind of samurai is he? Has he no propriety?
What do you think of this?
You can be truthful.
It's up to you, father. I will do as you please.
Princess Ren is a bit bashful.
But if she marries into the Okurai family
Kasuga will be well off.
It's not a bad proposition.
With this political alignment, our defense will be rock-solid.
Princess! Princess Ren!
Princess!
Please wait!
Come back!
Stop! Bun-chan, brake! Brake!
What the hell is that?
What are you doing?
Thanks.
This is it.
This is where Princess Ren was praying.
Are you sure?
Absolutely.
Strange things do happen.
Princess Ren praying...
And you dreaming of it from a different time...
And me ending up here.
Like I was called here.
Princess Ren...
Is she crying?
Oh no!
We're outnumbered!
But!
Who are you?
Hand over your valuables.
I have none!
But you're wearing a fine silk kimono.
That will do. Should we strip you?
Stop it!
Stupid, Bunshiro!
Who are these little urchins?
What are you wearing?
Look at this one with the sword.
It looks valuable.
Catch him!
Drawing your sword?
That means you're ready to fight to the death, kid?
What the hell is that?
Princess!
Fools! Do you know who that is?
You bastards!
Don't kill him!
I'm unharmed. Calm down.
Demon Ijiri?
Um?
Demon Ijiri of Kasuga?
None other.
Pull out!
I don't like being spared out of pity.
You're lucky.
You have a kingdom to protect.
Wait.
This isn't much, but take it.
What's this?
You must have been loyal to someone once.
You wanted to remain a samurai.
Take the money and start over.
Are you hurt?
I was useless.
I...I...
Never mind.
It will come with experience.
Princess!
You must not endanger yourself by wandering off alone.
Please be more prudent.
You're "hot".
"Hot"?
That means that
everyone thinks very highly of you.
How did you know I was here?
I saw you leave the castle in an agitated state.
I rushed over thinking you might be here.
You always liked it here.
I remember we've come many times.
Do you still come often?
Yes.
I come to pray for your safety in battle.
You're joking! Don't joke like that.
Jiromaru! You're bleeding! You're hurt!
Probably cut by a reed.
Here.
You're overreacting! I'll just put some spit on it.
You've always hurt yourself protecting me.
Lord Takatora will protect you now.
Don't worry.
Lord Takatora is a fine samurai.
I'm not worried.
How do you really feel?
Do you truly wish me
to be married to Lord Takatora?
My only wish is...
For the safety of our kingdom.
I see...
I understand.
I'm going back to the castle.
Matabei, are you sure?
It's not that simple.
What happens if we sit here?
I don't know.
But if Shinichi disappeared here, maybe we will, too.
Shinichi Kawakami and his clan...
Yes, his clan.
How do we get there?
This is it!
Wow! it's so new.
Huh?
There's a huge tree here in the future.
What kind of tree? An Oak? Or...
This had fallen off the tree.
How big was the tree?
Around this big?
Okay.
If we bury this here,
it should grow into a huge oak tree by then.
Just bury the letter here.
I wonder if it will work?
So a huge tree is growing here in your time.
It's kind of strange.
To think that the tree hasn't even sprouted yet.
I hope your parents get the letter.
Yeah.
If they do, they'll come for you.
That was fast!
Dad! Mom!
Shinichi!
How did you get here?
Do you realize how worried we were?
Shinichi.
Who would this be?
Bun-chan.
I am a friend of Shinichi's.
Shinichi's friend? Nice to meet you.
My mom and dad.
So your wish came true and they came for you?
Thank you for taking care of Shinichi.
What?
Thank you very much.
See you, then.
Back... go back...
We're not going back?
Princess... are you angry?
Who, me?
You're angry.
I'm not angry!
Matabei! Princess Ren!
So this is the "automobile" you were speaking of?
Would you like to go for a ride?
Can I?
Of course! Get in.
You can keep your shoes on.
I see.
Nice!
Get in, Matabei.
I have my horse.
Bun-chan?
No way! I'm following Lord Matabei.
Never mind. Get in.
Okay.
See you later.
Master!
You, again!
No, listen!
Make us your servants!
We sent the others back home
but we want to be retained by you.
You spared our lives. We want to pledge it to you.
We beg of you!
Let us serve you. Please!
I'll let my father know.
Dad, go faster!
Who are you!
Never mind. Let them pass.
Princess Ren!?
With people inside!
It's the princess!
Lord Matabei!
Hardly anything is salvaged from this era in modern Japan.
As far as I know, Kasuga doesn't even exist in Japan's history.
What about Okurai? What of them?
Okurai?
There's no such place.
It's so futile.
We fight endless battles to protect our kingdoms
but we're all destined to oblivion.
Did you call?
Ren, I've decided.
Yes.
Your engagement to Takatora
is off!
Alignment or not,
this kingdom will perish according to Shinichi's father.
No more political alignments.
We must live as we choose.
But...
It's not just about you.
You heard what happened to Koshitani?
They surrendered to Takatora to avoid further bloodshed
but he imposed impossible demands
and in the end, they were all executed.
If that be our fate,
it's time showed some backbone.
Will it be all right?
Will we have to go to war?
That' s not for you to worry about, my dear.
I've lost my wife and my sons.
I want you with me for awhile.
Yes, father.
Osato, what is this strange food called?
What was it?
It's called curry.
Curry! Curry!
Curry.
I like ii.
This "beer" isn't bad, either.
This is the best libation I've tasted in my 25 years.
25?
You're way younger than me?
Men of this age seem so mature... and dignified.
You mean he looks old. He isn't even married yet.
Poor guy.
Mind your own business!
That's a good one!
Tonight is a fine night.
What are you doing?
Filming you in high spirits.
Why is Matabei in such good spirits?
One. Princess Ren's engagement is off.
Two. Princess Ren's engagement is...
You're not going to show that to the Princess?
You idiot!
Wait, Shinichi!
He's a nimble little urchin!
Help! Help!
I got him!
So he sacrificed his kingdom for his beloved daughter.
Yasutsuna...
And Princess Ren chose Matabei.
You mean to tell me
she chose a petty samurai over me?
To war!
We'll give those country bumpkins
a taste of real battle.
Are you alright?
Okurai's army is heading this way.
They're attacking after all.
You should leave the castle now!
Wait, Princess.
Our neighbors may be joining forces with Okurai.
It's dangerous. They'll stand out.
But if war breaks out
their car will surely draw attention.
Akira, let's hide it tonight.
If we go to battle, you find the right time to go.
Yes...
You two come with me. We have work to do.
Yes, sir!
Is a war going to start?
Yes.
There's quite a few women and children.
When we're in danger, we all evacuate here.
But it's strange.
What?
Your parents are from totally opposite ends of Japan.
Is there no class distinction in marital affairs of your time?
Well there are always issues...
But as long as you love each other.
I see... It seems like a good place.
You married for love, right?
Yes, I guess.
Princess!
That's why the two of you seem so close.
Do we really?
Yes, very.
That's why I'm certain you'll be fine.
Misfortune isn't in your cards.
Thank you.
That was something! I got to ride a horse.
What's so funny?
It's cold.
Bunshiro, how about a sip?
Really, sir?
Lord Matabei!
How is it?
They have around 5,000. We're slightly outnumbered.
We don't stand a chance!
Listen, Bunshiro, a castle isn't easy to bring down.
They say you need ten times the usual men.
We have roughly 500. If they have 5,000, we should be even.
They won't take this castle.
Does the 500 include women and children?
Everyone counts in battle.
Anyways, I have a plan.
A plan?
The first 800 will be led by Harumasa
and attack Kasuga Castle
followed by 1,200 led by Hidenaga.
Nobuyoshi will take the right and Tadamichi...
Bad news, sir!
Enemy torches on the hill!
An ambush?
Shall we send some men?
No.
It's obviously a ploy.
They're planning an ambush.
We won't fall into the trap.
We'll hold our ground until they can't wait any longer.
Blow out the fires and move our troops to the left.
Keep your armor on and pretend to sleep.
Let's go!
Matabei, I can read you like a book.
They fell for it.
What is that?
I borrowed it from Akira. it's amazing.
What did you do?
Some traps are especially effective for seasoned warriors like Takatora.
They won't be sleeping well tonight.
And you can't fight without sleep.
So, no night attack after all.
Matabei...
I fell for his trick.
Chief Hayato defected last night.
Chief Hayato? Really?
What's wrong? Morale seems low.
Where's your spirit?
We have Demon Ijiri on our side!
We won't go down so easily!
Even if he is a pushover for women.
Such nonsense!
It's kind of like a festival.
I wish it were.
We have to repay them for last night.
Send in the front line!
Blow the conch shell!
The conch shell! Blow the conch shell!
Get ready!
Hold fire until instructed!
Gunmen, forward!
Ready!
Fire!
Steady! They're baiting us!
Forward!
Charge!
Get ready!
Kichibei, draw them way in.
Ready!