Congratulations.
I wish you happiness.
Sometimes I still wonder...
"What would've happened if I stayed in this town?"
I have decided to give up on you.
I'm sorry.
Order for Table 6.
Spaghetti alla Pescatora for Table 4!
Prepare a Pistachio Gelato!
Chiyohara, is antipasto for Table 2 ready yet?
Coming right up!
It's in here.
Didn't I tell you yesterday?
I'm sorry.
This ice cream is really good!
Yeah.
Where should we go today?
What's going on here?!
You two are going out?
No, it's not like that.
Huh?!
It's not like that.
Hey, can you take my photo?
I'll take it for you.
Hold this.
Okay.
Ready? Say cheese!
Here you go.
Thanks.
You're finally going to Tokyo, huh?
So... nothing holding you back in this town, huh?
Well, there wasn't supposed to be anything holding me back from leaving.
Oh...
Are you talking about Hanae?
What?
Word travels fast in a café, you know?
Still, I didn't expect Asahi and Hanae would end up like that.
I guess summer is an unpredictable season.
Welcome.
Two. - Over here.
Hey.
How are... - Where you going?
Uh, um...
That was an insane hurricane.
Huh?
I'm talking about Kasumi.
Hanae turning you down?
That was an unwanted gift from Kasumi.
I can't blame her.
It's my fault.
It wouldn't have come to this if I didn't dwell over Kasumi for 3 years.
Still...
No matter how much you clean your room,
it's not going to wipe clean the thick layers of sadness on your heart.
Shut up and help me clean.
Is this the popular decluttering? Dan Mitsu? Danvish Yu?
It's Darvish!
Hurry.
Lift that side.
Be honest with me here,
did you force yourself to go with Hanae because you wanted to forget about Kasumi?
Your feelings of wanting to be with Hanae and your feeling for Kasumi
were two completely different things.
Hanae must have noticed the difference.
Hey...
Yes?
I hope you didn't forge your experience.
Excuse me?
I heard the former manager of Rosso Nelo was coming,
so I was expecting an incredible talent.
Chiyohara.
Yes?
You have a visitor.
A visitor?
You serious?
Right here.
What? Here?!
I can't believe there's a building here!
I just moved over, so everything is still in boxes, okay?
I don't mind.
Welcome!
This is so cool! Welcome!
Sorry.
What? You turned him down?
Yes.
So I came all the way here to make an official apology.
So... why are you apologizing to me?
Despite your great performance as my foreign support,
the result was not what we had hoped.
I see.
I'm gonna borrow your kitchen.
Go ahead.
Up I go!
Welco... Uh, welcome.
Yo.
I'm done, Kenji.
You're leaving? - Yes.
Hey, hey, hey.
When are you going to Tokyo?
I'm leaving in 4 days.
Then we need to have a farewell party.
I don't want things like that.
Don't be shy.
Please leave me alone. I mean it.
What's going on? Why are you so angry?
We're trying to celebrate it for you.
If you want to party and drink that much,
do it on your own without me.
Hey, what's the matter?
When are you going to grow up?
What?
Why are you saying this now?
You played around as much as any of us.
See you again.
Hey!
Maybe I'll move over here for a while.
Excuse me?
It's hard for me to show up to Aoyama and Minato Ward.
Why?
I have no idea how to face Asahi.
Why don't you just act normal?
I also thought I could to talk to him like I used to,
but I couldn't. At all.
But you can't keep avoiding him like this.
Unless you're prepared to never go to Aoyama or Minato Ward again.
I'm not prepared for that.
But you know...
Splitting up with all those close friends...
is kind of sad, isn't it?
I genuinely envied your relationship with them.
What the hell was his problem?
He really pisses me off.
Leaving a familiar town is far more unnerving than you can imagine.
But he didn't have to take it out on us.
I guess.
But it looks like he's fighting an internal conflict of his own about leaving.
Try your best to understand how he feels.
Okay.
Well... okay.
When Kasumi's billboard changed into a new one...
Take this to Table 3.
It was as if the entire town's atmosphere was altered
and a new landscape had begun to unfold before my eyes.
Through a number of breakups...
a new story of summer was about to be begin.
Translated by 8thSin
Oh, welcome.
I've had a matchmaking photo taken here before.
I remember.
It was last autumn, if I'm not mistaken.
I hate to say this,
but this photo isn't leading me to marriage at all.
I'm really concerned about it.
How about this?
Why don't you make a fresh start by having a new photo taken?
Um, could you relax a little bit more?
Do you think the photo isn't the reason I can't get married?
Not at all, and I feel somewhat responsible for it.
"Somewhat"?
So you think I'm mostly to blame?
I didn't say that.
Do you even think I can get married?
What?
Why can't I get married?
I want to get married soon!
No new messages
Hikaru won't respond to my text messages at all!
It's silly to be depressed over few missed responses.
Is our relationship destined to fade out like this?
Maybe it's unavoidable.
You know what they say, "Takashi nearby is better than Hikaru faraway!"
He didn't seem thrilled about me following him to Tokyo either...
Hello? Am I invisible?
Marriage Registration Form
What's the matter?
I'm sorry. I can't stop shaking from excitement.
Take your time.
It's not meant to be rushed.
Right?
Ishikari Kiyoko
Where? Where did it go?
I fell for a marriage scam 5 years ago,
and I was conned out of money.
I didn't know that.
I've been having trouble trusting men ever since.
But I realized that I still want to fall in love,
and get married.
I think that's a very good thing.
Are you married? I hope you don't mind me asking.
Not yet.
Do you have a girlfriend?
No.
Please marry me!
Let's not get ahead of ourselves.
Please don't let my positive thinking go to waste!
Please raise your head.
I work at a casual dining restaurant so I can cook well.
I know I can satisf-
Bring rucola over here.
Grazie.
The flavor is good.
Thank you.
But...
If you can't do things our way,
then you can just quit.
I'm sorry.
Oh! Welcome.
Hey.
A beer?
Yeah.
Why are you sitting over there?
Uh, err... yeah...
I was carrying a lot of stuff, so I wanted more space.
Okay.
Here's your order.
Souvenir from Tokyo, Kenji.
You didn't have to! Thank you.
Hey there.
You went to Tokyo?
Yeah, I went to visit Natsuki at her... home.
I see.
She was working at a new... restaurant.
A famous restaurant.
Why are you talking to me like I'm a stranger?
Isn't it too awkward?
Is that so?
Thanks for the drink.
What?
Hey...
Hikaru doesn't seem to like the idea of a farewell party.
Can you try to talk him into it?
Looks like I just make the matter worse when I try.
Yes, sir.
Man, I can't stand working here.
Hanae
Hello?
Hello, Natsuki?
I met Asahi again, but I couldn't do it.
What do you mean?
I was nervous and it was like he cast a magic that made me forget how to talk.
That's absurd. What about him?
I don't think he acted much differently.
Doesn't that just mean you're overthinking it?
Overthinking what?
Huh?
Like feeling guilty about turning him down?
Well, of course I do.
And...
Maybe your feelings for him is back?
That's not it.
I mean, it was one way love for 10 years.
Yes, but I'm over him now.
Still...
I wonder if it'll never be the same again.
I guess time is the best medicine.
You should just wait and see what happens.
Yeah. You're right.
Sorry.
I got a call on the other line. I'll call you later.
No problem. Bye.
Yeah, bye.
Okay, bye.
Mikuriya Asahi
Whoa...
Hello?
[CM]
Hello?
I hear you found a new job.
Yes, I somehow managed to...
Congratulations.
Thank you very much.
Why are you being overly polite, too?
No reason.
How may I help you?
A customer came to us for a matchmaking photo.
she was a victim of a marriage scam,
so I thought I'd call you for advice.
Wait, wait, wait...
I'm not a victim of a marriage scam.
But you've experienced similar pain, right?
Hey, I'm close to forgetting about it,
so can you not dig it up?
And she also happens to be a cook.
So what, are you saying cooks tend to get conned by men?
No, I'm not saying that.
Hey, can you not call me over something so stupid?
Huh? Oh... sorry.
Well, I don't mind. It's okay.
And?
Well, I'm glad you seem to be doing well.
I'm not doing well at all.
How come? Are you having a hard time at the new kitchen?
Well... yes.
You know, they're both Italian cuisine,
but flavors are completely different in northern an southern regions.
I cook my way out of habit.
But... I'm sure you'll do fine.
You're just saying that.
Think about it, Italian cuisine and beach food stand are far more different than just regions.
You handled that perfectly.
Also...
If you can cook yakisoba that well,
I'm sure you can make it anywhere.
Can you not make Italian cuisine sound so simple?
Well, good luck with work.
You too.
Take a good photo for the cook so she can find happiness.
Yeah.
Well then... good night.
Good night.
Drinks, sweets, casual dining - Kadoya
Hello.
Oh, welcome!
You came all the way here to visit me?
Uh, I was in the neighborhood.
Here we go...
It's your turn to cook for the staff today.
Okay.
I'll run to the supermarket.
What do you recommend?
The most popular item here is miso mackerel meal.
I'll take that.
Okay. One miso mackerel meal!
No, the most popular item here is you, Yukiko!
You got that right! She's permanently on top of the list!
How come no one actually orders me, huh?
If only I wasn't married already!
Yeah, right! You ate here when you were still single!
Thank you for waiting.
Is this yakisoba?
Yes.
Thanks.
Huh? It's good.
You're right. It's insanely good!
Thank you.
What did you put in it?
It's a secret recipe.
It's seriously good.
The egg yolk is the key.
Was it to your liking?
It was really good.
Wow, I'm relieved.
Um... about your matchmaking photo...
Yes?
Can I shoot you while you're working?
What?
I think your expression when you're working is the most alluring.
But I can't wear an apron like this for the photo!
Can you at least consider my photos?
Please.
What are you doing?
When you see this new billboard...
doesn't it feel like it's the beginning of a new era?
You think?
You leaving this town, too...
Are you really going to be all right?
Being an assistant director is tough, right?
I'll be fine. I'm prepared for it.
Really?
Then if you become a director,
you can cast me for free.
Well, I think I can play an unmoving corpse.
Are you going to be all right?
Huh? About what?
About him...
Are you all right with it?
Yeah, I'll be fine.
Sorry for making you worry about everything.
Sorry for making you stay with me for binge drinking.
It's okay.
But thanks to you, I was able to make up my mind.
Listen...
Never mind.
[CM]
Mikuriya Asahi
Cell Phone
Hello?
Sorry, were you sleeping?
No, I was working.
Oh, I'll call you again later.
Don't worry. I just chose to stay and work late.
You really don't have to feel obliged.
I don't feel obliged.
Right. You would never feel that way to me.
I didn't mean it like that.
I just wanted to tell you that, because you praised my yakisoba,
so I made it for the staff.
Okay.
Well, it was half out of desperation,
but it was surprisingly well-received.
See?
You should have more confidence in your yakisoba.
I wish they would praise me more for other things though.
You shouldn't get your hopes up.
You'll be happier when they actually praise you, right?
You've got a point there.
Right?
Well, that firework took me by a surprise, too.
Oh the one few days ago?
Yeah, I mean...
I would think you're crazy if you just said it to me,
but it's heartwarming no matter what you say in that situation.
Hey, was that a praise or an insult?
That was the biggest praise ever.
You got a problem with that?
Tell me something...
Remember how we had your farewell party the next day?
Yeah.
How was it?
Huh? What do you mean?
We were thinking of throwing a farewell party for Hikaru because he's moving to Tokyo,
but he's like "when are you going to grow up?"
I felt the same way at first.
What?
To be honest, I thought why are you guys still acting like a bunch of kids?
But then... I realized age didn't matter at all.
I mean it's simply so much fun to be with close friends like that.
And it's a lot stupider to worry about your age or what others think.
That's what you guys have taught me.
Can I say something, too?
What is it?
Isn't this phone call too long?
My instant noodle absorbed all the water and it looks gross.
That's why I said I'll call back.
I didn't expect it to be this long.
You'd better not waste any of that ramen. Bye.
That's a tall order... oh, she hang up.
I heard from Kenji.
You got into an argument with Takashi?
Well, it was more like he got all worked up on his own.
They'll be throwing a farewell party for you.
Don't be shy and just say "okay".
This again?
I hang out with them for different reasons compared to others.
But well... whatever the reason,
you've spent so much time with them, right?
Hey.
We've decided to throw you a farewell party today.
You'd better come.
Thanks for everything.
I'll call you when I get there.
We'll be waiting until you show up.
Why are you two here?
How can you do this without me?
I hope you don't mind.
Oh, you two are going out?
What?
I'll leave it to your imagination.
Why are we having hotpot in summer?
We're having hotpot because it's summer!
I don't like spicy food.
I pretty much made it just for you, Aoi.
Why?
No matter how much you cry, you can just say "it's just sweat"!
You're going to cry?
I'll leave it to your imagination.
You're not allowed to be silent just because it's awkward to talk to Asahi.
I wonder if Hikaru will really come.
How can our main guest not show up?
He can't, but we didn't invite you either.
You can't get this party started without me.
We don't need you, but we need Mami.
You're really not going?
Everyone's waiting for you, right?
You think farewell parties are held to be sad about separating, don't you?
You'd be wrong.
It's a party to let you know that you have a place to return anytime you want.
You're taking a step forward, right?
You've made up your mind, right?
Yes.
Then...
All you have to do is remember the face of everyone who gathered in your heart.
and... leave the town for your goals.
Nothing wrong with that.
[CM]
Should we start eating without him?
Let's wait a little longer.
We waited pretty long already.
He'll think, "these guys just wanted to party, after all," if we started without him.
That's not good.
Oh, it's Hikaru.
Come in!
Takashi.
Remain calm.
I know!
Over here!
I'm glad you came, Hikaru!
You're late.
See how mature I am?
That comment is childish.
Let's get Hikaru's farewell party started!
If you don't sweat or embarrass yourself, you can't be a winner this summer.
Nope!
We'll definitely make it a fun farewell party today,
so get ready!
Cheers!
Let's dig in!
Spicy!
So hot.
So good!
Didn't you say you hate spicy food?
But it's so good!
What do you think?
I-It's not that spicy.
You definitely think it's too spicy! You're choking!
I-It's not that spicy.
You have to be lying! It was too spicy, right?
So-so.
Okay! When we finish eating, let's go to the beach!
Great! - The beach?
There, there, stop!
Ready...
So close!
You're up next, Takashi. - Yes!
Whoa, you hit my face!
You're pretty rough.
I like that.
Make it fun, Takashi. - I will.
Put this on. - Okay, tie it up.
Turn. - Don't make me turn!
Okay. - Go!
That's good! To your left!
Diagonally to the left!
Forward, forward!
Left, left! - Forward, forward!
Hey!
He's in the sea.
That was a big success, Takashi!
Stop screwing around, guys!
Hey, it's not funny!
You're up next, Hikaru!
I'll pass.
The main guest can't pass.
Yeah!
No.
Okay, I'm going to blindfold you.
I don't want to...
No, no, left, left!
Yes, good!
Go forward!
Forward, forward, stop! Right!
A little more...
Forward, go straight.
Okay, stop!
Huh?
3 steps to your right.
3 big steps.
1...
2...
3.
Take a step back. - What?!
Take a step back. - Why back?
Crouch down there!
What?
Just crouch down.
What's this?
It's your dream to sit on that and film a movie, right?
Check out the back.
Even if you don't feel anything about us,
but we think you're one of us, so you can't escape!
Well, occasionally...
Occasionally, you say something good, too.
Hikaru. Come on, sit on it.
Here.
Come on.
Might as well make a director-like pose.
Ready?
And... action!
Director Hikaru! We need you to cooperate or we won't get any work done!
How long... are you guys going to keep this up?
Geez...
This is why I didn't want a farewell party.
I knew it'd make it harder for me to leave this town.
I knew I was going to start doubting my decision.
That's why I said I didn't want it.
I think it's amazing that you decided to leave.
We all got your back.
So give it all you got.
And...
You can come back anytime when the going gets tough.
We're always waiting for your return.
You have to take that chair with you.
My room is small and there's nowhere to put it.
There's no way I'll take it.
Okay, Director Hikaru.
Let's give that watermelon a nice crack!
Up you go!
Okay, final take!
Ready... start!
Forward, forward!
Walk a straight line!
Good, good!
I think you're close!
Ready?
Ready and...
Wow! You did it!
He's so much better than Takashi!
What? Cut! That was no good!
Let's eat.
Yeah, let's eat!
Looks tasty.
Good.
From: Hanae - Hikaru's farewell party today
Go, Natsuki
As I thought, whatever you plan always turn out to be a big success.
That's not true.
I hope we can still play together like this in 10 years.
In 10 years?
That's far in the future.
- 10 years will pass before you know it!
Ah! You're talking normally now.
What? What ya talking about?
I prefer this way.
The watermelon was really good, huh?
Where did you get it from?
I got it from Mucchan's shop.
Mucchan's shop?!
I'll go see you off tomorrow.
I asked for a day off from work, too.
No, you don't have to.
Can I follow you to Tokyo, then?
Sorry.
I'm...
I'm leaving because I wanted to say good bye to the old me.
So I'm sorry.
I want to break up.
Don't worry about it.
I mean, I knew you didn't love me when you started going out with me.
I was also thinking of breaking up with you.
I mean it's pointless going out with someone who can't be with you all the time.
I'll find another guy near me.
I'm sure it'll be hard, but do your best in Tokyo.
I'm sorry.
I've done my best.
You can decide which one to use.
I think you can find someone nice in no time with that photo.
Are you sure?
Or rather, I think you should marry someone who will say that photo is better.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
I see. You got dumped.
So you're going with Takashi nearby...
I decided to not give up.
What? Why?
Doesn't it motivate you even more when they run away?
Huh? Did my super spicy hotpot get you all worked up?
I guess so.
Here's your order.
What's up? Why are you reading that?
Well, I was thinking that I should get a new job, too.
Huh? I thought you didn't have to work because you're already employed.
It's not for money.
It's for myself.
Everyone's moving on to a new era in their lives.
I don't want to be left behind.
It's a cold time for someone who's staying still.
Where have I heard of that before?
Hello?
Are you leaving now?
Yes, I am.
Do you want me to go see you off?
No, thanks.
Oh? Why is that?
Then I really won't be able to leave.
What?
I...
used you as an excuse in my life.
I used it... as an excuse for why I didn't chase my dream.
I told myself it's because I love you.
But...
It's about time I start moving forward.
Thank you, Hanae.
I'm going.
Was that Hikaru?
Yeah.
He...
sure turned into a cool guy, huh?
Chiyohara Natsuki
Cell
Connecting
Hey, Chiyohara.
Yes?
We're going out for a drink.
- What?
Okay.
Separate paths
He ran away, as expected.
Feelings unconveyed
You've always been an idiot.
Where will their feelings...
I wonder how Asahi feels about it.
take them...
Will you be fine without me?
I'm back.
Welcome back.