Every day I do my best to look after the boy.
That's right, he's more of a father than most dads!
Are you suggesting that he will soon become his dad...?
- How dare you! - What!
OK, I'll see you at the final!
Subtitle by Aldi Arman
If Edo is to outdo Tokyo, I must fight this to the end.
The Dad's Cake-Baking Contest has begun.
Let's have a close look at the 3 finalists.
This is Mr. Sugiyama from Saitama.
He's with his son Tamotsu.
How old are you, Tamotsu?
I'm 16.
It's a three-legged race with a father and a son!
Mr. Akimoto came all the way from Toyama.
Who is your assistant?
My daughter, she's 8.
What a dependable assistant!
Yasube is at a disadvantage!
And the third rather.
Yasube Kijima from Sugamo, Tokyo.
Go, Yasube!
Yasube!
Tomoya!
Nice kimono. Do you often wear a kimono?
This attire is all I used to wear.
Attire, eh?
He has the air of a samurai who's time-traveled to the present.
And...your assistant is...
How old are you, bub?
Don't be disrespectful!
He might be small, nonetheless he's here to fight with me.
I expect you to treat him as a man.
Here is the theme of the cake you're asked to bake today!
A Castle of Cake!
You have 10 hours to complete it. Now let the competition begin!
Ready!
All the bakers have started on the mixture.
They're the best of the best, having made it to the final!
Let me introduce our very special guest judge.
He owns Antoine cake shop in Jiyugaoka.
Mr. Tomoharu Tonoma!
A warm welcome to you, Sir!
Would the contestants have made a cake this big before?
I believe not.
I'm really looking forward to seeing what kind of cakes they make!
How cute! Look how cute these windows are!
I can imagine a princess up here.
I believe your motif is...
A fairytale castle.
I think I've seen this shape before.
Let me just make sure.
What is this?
Tower of Babel.
The Tower of Babel!
I knew it.
Now, the Kijimas.
Whoops, they seem to be a tad behind!
They've made the small parts, but there's no foundation yet.
Is that a Buddha's alter?
See, they're at a disadvantage!
More this way.
The steady-working Kijimas.
Judging from the father's attire, they might be making Edo castle.
There's less than 2 hours left now.
All parties are close to wrapping up.
After many hours, the spectators wait in silence.
What are these carriages made of?
I used fondant icing.
Look at this marzipan person! The expression!
These are...very unique.
Kind of on the scary side.
I'm rendering some rainwater stains.
It's a ninja climbing the castle wall.
And your attention to the Tower.
2 men are defending the castle.
I suppose they are Yasube and Tomoya.
Let's see what's in the window...
Excuse me.
i'd like to show people what's in here if possible.
Look at this!
It even has tatami mats!
In the center or the room
there's a woman in kimono.
I bet...
Is this the wife?
It's got to be the wife!
The two men are protecting her from the ninja.
That's the story they are telling with the cake.
Step aside and rest.
The 10-hour-marathon cake baking is almost coming to an end.
All participants have demonstrated unique skills.
Which pair will seize the victory?
Will it be the Sugiyamas?
Or the Akimotos?
Or will it be the Kijimas?
They only have 10 minutes...
No, only 9 minutes lelt!
With their superior techniques,
imaginative ideas and will to win...
Tomoya.
Mr. Tomoya!
They've come this far and now there's been a terrible accident!
What a shame, Edo castle is covered with mud.
Tomoya is only 6! It was too much for him.
Tomoya, don't give up!
Don't worry!
Tomoya, keep it up!
No need to cry.
This is not the end of the world.
Mr. Tomoya!
Tomoya!
Is there more white chocolate?
We're not finished yet.
Now Edo castle has been transformed by snow!
Did it look stupid?
No, you were, a champion and you made it to the end!
We won.
Edo beat Tokyo.
Yes, Edo won.
He wishes to engage my services at his sweet shop.
The way he swings his sword...I mean knives.
He sure is something.
He has a talent that is worth cultivating!
I want him to work at my shop.
Yasube, go ahead!
Do you agree?
But then I won't be able to do domestic duties.
Never mind that! That's nothing to worry about.
Don't apply too much pressure Pull downwards and ease out.
That's good.
Sorry!
No problem.
Tomoya, it's Mom!
Tomoya, sorry I was late.
Looks like Yasube's been busy.
"A Japanese twist on pastries at Antoine"
Does he still help you out?
No, but that's how it used to be anyway.
Men are so useless.
Go to bed.
I'm not sleepy.
Did I wake you?
I didn't know you were home. Are you up early tomorrow?
I'm up at 4 am.
You need to sleep!
I'm way behind i_ the art of patisserie.
I must do my utmost to improve.
Congratulations on the job.
Is that for me?
You have my gratitude.
"Keep it up, Tomoya & Hiroko"
You've become so busy
but with this we can hear your voice anytime.
Tomoya said that.
Ms. Hiroko...
This is wrong.
That's odd...
Isn't this heat right for petite casse?
Hope it works out... Cood night.
There was no problem in the test run...
it shouldn't take too long to debug it.
Right?
Sorry.
Are you leaving?
Sorry.
Redialing Yasube
Connecting to the message service.
Tomoya, I'll do the rest.
Go to bed.
Thank you Tomoya, now come to bed.
If you cry,
you know it would make Yasube upset.
I don't mind.
Why did I ask him to go in that cake contest?
I wish I had't!
Are you still up?
Well I can't do this at work.
Mind if we have a talk?
What troubles you?
Do you think you could...
spent an hour a day with Tomoya?
Is something wrong with him?
He cries everyday.
Is he unwell...?
He cries because he misses you.
But Mr. Tomoya has you.
Don't you get it? It has to be you.
Remember what you said?
You look after him like a father and mother.
That's how it was before I was employed.
Once in service, home duties do not concern men.
How convenient!
You made a commitment you couldn't maintain.
I wanted to return your favor.
Well...
So I wouldn't be a moocher.
So everything you did
was to return a favor.
I did not say that.
The custard, the sword lessons were all out of duty!
Just to pay back a favor!
Have you been drinking?
I'm not drunkt i'm working here!
Maybe you can leave your workplace, Ms. Hirflko.
Attend the house while I earn the rice.
Then Mr. Tomoya won't be lonely.
I'm going to be promoted to chief pastry chef next month.
You could leave your work as my earnings would support us.
Have a break and spend some time with Mr. Tomoya.
You can't be serious...
I am.
That's it.
Get out!
I see.
If that is your wish.
I'm better off without you.
You'll tell your future dreams?
Yes, at our graduation.
Wow, what do you want to be, Tomoya?
I hope he comes to the graduation.
Do you think Uncle Yasube will come to the ceremony?
Subtitle by Aldi Arman
Listen, Tomoya.
Yes?
I don't think Yasube will ever come back to us.
Why?
Well, Yasube...
Uncle Yasube's very busy with his work.
Now he has no time for us.
He can't live with us because he's busy?
Sometimes things go that way.
Did Uncle Yasube say that?
Did he really say that he couldn't live with us?
He didn't say he couldn't...
See! I'm,, going to ask him myself.
And ask him to come back.
You can't!
Is Tomoya feverish again?
It's quite a high fever. i'll call his mother.
I'm so sorry...
I just stepped out for a second.
And he's gone!
Tomoya, Mommy is out looking for you.
If I'm not home, wait here.
Tomoya!
Oh, shit!
Yasube!
Why are you here?
That's what I want to ask you!
Are you going to quit?
What?
Please don't quit!
i need you! You inspire me!
Okay! You're off the mark!
I'm not quitting. Now out of my way.
I'll look with you.
Find him, and I'll return to the team.
I'll do anything, so find him!
Please.
Maybe he's gone to Jiyugaoka...
No way! He would have to change trains twice...
He could do it... He's observant.
Yasube influenced him a lot.
It's none of my business but
maybe you should call that man, Yasube.
I know it's awkward.
You've gone weird over him...
Be quiet!
Is this Ms. Hiroko?
What can I do for you? I'm exceptionally busy today.
Tomoya is missing. He might try to reach you.
I understand.
What do you need the sword for!
He might have been abducted...
Are you Mr. Yasube?
No time for introductions.
We'll split up. I'll be stationed at the shop.
Tomoya!
Is he an actor or something?
I'll explain later.
He was here.
He asked me the way to Antoine.
I knew it...thank you!
He isn't here.
Excuse me.
What is it?
Ms. Hiroko.
He likes hiding in these kind of places.
I bet he wanted to surprise you.
Mr. Tomoya, it's OK to come out!
Stop that vehicle!
Halt!
What are you doing?
What's going on?
Tomoya!
Mommy.
Naughty! I was worried sick!
Did you come looking for me?
Most certainly.
Mr. Tomoya is my very precious...
You're crying.
I'm not.
Didn't t tell you that real men never cry?
What's the big idea!
You crashed into my Ear!
That man stood in front of me...
Look at the huge dent you caused!
Only a panel beater can fix it.
We want compensation.
What are you going to do about it?
Allow me a look.
I detect no dent or scratch.
With no damage, there's no compensation.
Take your swindle and leave.
I'm not done!
I made a vow.
Watch out!
Stop!
Yasube!
No!
You've had enough, bro.
Yeah, that's enough, man.
I wouldn't want you to get caught possessing a lethal weapon!
Shit, this is bad!
Halt right there!
If I may...
Be my guest.
Yasube!
To be honest, I envied you, Ms. Hiroko.
Me?
In Edo, I was with the public service group.
Edo!
Can you be quiet for a minute?
Sorry.
What do you do with the group?
It's a group of men who has no official duty.
You don't do anything?
Absolutely nothing.
I'm idle for most of the day.
How do you make a living...?
Men like me live off the family salary.
Though my family doesn't make much.
I'm just a dirt-poor samurai.
Samurai...?
Not now, later!
I was desperate to work.
So Edo is where he...
I'll explain tomorrow!
I must confess the reason I came to Sugamo.
For what you'd call job hunting.
You were looking lor a job?
A position had become available.
I was on my way to meet the middleman.
Just once...
I wanted the experience of having work.
I prayed at the Buddha statue for that job.
I guess it's come true.
Mr. Tomoya, why don't I bake something when we return home?
How about strawberry shortcake? Dr mille-feuille?
I want custard!
Don't you want something special?
But that's what I really love, Uncle Yasube.
I love your caramel custard!
Understood! I'll pick up some eggs...
And some milk!
I have come to realize what's precious to me.
I believe Mr. Tomoya needs me.
And i need him very much too.
And me?
Needless to say.
Needless to say what?
That I need you.
You're precious to me.
It's very important for the three of us to stay together.
Yes.
It seems that's the way I should lead my life.
Don't you want to go back to Edo?
Ms. Hiroko, I'd appreciate it if you extended your generosity.
I'd be happy to.
I can't move my legs...
How come?
Seems like I must go.
No, come here!
Maybe it's because my wish came true.
Don't go!
Take me with you!
Me too!
No!
Our life together has just begun!
No!
We shall meet again.
Some day...
What about the custard!
Yes, you made a promise!
Yasube, what about the custard!
What about the custard!
Ryunosuke!
Thank you, sir.
I'm going to be a doctor when I grow up.
Kayoko!
Congratulations!
Thank you, sir.
I want to be a florist when t grow up.
I'm going to be a football player.
Tomoya!
He looks very mature suddenly.
He's gone through a lot...
Congratulations!
Thank you, sir.
When I grow up
I'm going to be a samurai!
He said he lived over there.
Let's go.
Oh...Do you want to eat some sweets?
"Timeless Teahouse"
Hello.
How do you read this?
Custard.
The Famous Edo Custard.
It's a traditional dessert.
That's the founder.
What does it say?
"The History of Custard"
From eternity, many have vanished and been spirited away.
Few returned with recollection of their journey,
as was the way of the spirits.
Yasube Kijima was a local samurai.
One day he vanished without trace.
After he'd been missing for some time
he suddenly reappeared.
He resigned from his samurai duties and opened a dessert shop.
And he invented a dessert called a custard.
People enjoyed it and said it tasted of the Heavens.
It's known for its exquisite and mysterious taste.
He used soya milk because cow milk wasn't available.
He kept his promise!
I knew he was a genius.
RYO NISHIKIDO
RIE TOMOSAKA
FUKU SUZUKI HITOMI SATO
HIROKI KONNO SHIOLI KUTSUNA
KEISUKE HORIBE YUJI NAKAMURA
JUN INOUE
A Smoke production
In Association With dub
J Storm presents
Wirtten and Directed by YOSHIHIRO NAKAMURA
Subtitle by Aldi Arman