I didn't realize this view of the airport in the morning was so beautiful.
This is the best seat in the house after all.
Morning is nice. It's the beginning of the world that comes every day.
Even if unpleasant things happen, mornings are certain to come.
Maybe it's telling us to move forward no matter what happens.
- What happened all of a sudden? - Did something unpleasant happen?
Ah, yes. Yesterday, the asagao (morning glory) I'm raising at home
said in the morning (asa), GAO~.
That was just a lead in, huh?
No messing around. Pull yourself together.
The morning rush is about to begin.
So how did it go?
Returned to Tokyo on the first morning flight. Couldn't even fully enjoy Hakata.
I never want to go on a business trip with that guy again.
- Did something happen? - Nothing happened.
No play. No conversation. See you.
Hey, leave the "Torimon*." (*sweets from Hakata)
Where's Shinoda?
She's probably upstairs.
Okay, thanks.
- This is for everyone. - Thank you.
- It's quite busy at night too, isn't it? - Yeah.
- You must be tired from your first night shift. - Well, a little.
But I'm tough, so I'm fine.
Do you have a minute?
- This picture? - The Ministry received
- an inquiry from a hospital near Haneda. - A hospital?
Yes. They're rebuilding and they found this picture
while going through old documents.
And they asked us to find out what the occasion was.
That's quite an old photo.
I asked around on my end, but no one seemed to know.
And so, I thought you might know something since
you used for work for the airlines.
Good morning. We will now begin today's course.
May I stow your carry-on luggage
in the overhead bin?
- Yes. - Excuse me.
Did you ask if there's any fragile items?
I'm sorry.
It's sticking out. The baggage strap.
I'm sorry.
Here's your apple juice.
Ito-san.
Step firmly on the brake pedal.
Don't face the spout towards the passengers.
- I'm sorry. - You never know
when we might hit turbulence.
Next time we'll do exercises on general service.
This doesn't bode well.
I'm counting on you.
Oh, Torimon.
Must be from Yuuki-san.
What's this?
Himuro-san asked me to look into this photo.
That's quite an old photo.
I think it was an All Nippon event.
- And? - I'm heading over there now.
- Do you know someone there? - No, I don't.
Yamashita-san, is there someone you know there?
Need you ask?
All they want to do is nitpick.
- Right? I'm positive. - For sure.
We can't feel the turbulence in a mockup anyway.
Ex-air traffic controller?
Why did you quit?
- I was chasing a dream. - You're not cool at all.
We started working at the same time.
Originally, he was at Tokyo Control
- working under Yuuki-san. - Is that right.
There, the coffee he brewed became the talk of air traffic controllers.
And that's why you quit air traffic control?
I ended up falling in love with coffee beans.
- See? I told you. He's creepy, huh? - What were you talking about
- before you came here? - But
I can't believe you quit Tokyo Control at Tokorozawa so easily.
- I would've loved to replace you. - Here. It's Shikishima Blend.
This is Master's original blend.
It's really good. Except for the name.
Master's face comes into my mind before I even take a sip.
Then drink up and forget my face.
How can I forget that face.
- Because it's distinctive? - What do you think?
- Hm... Unremarkable? - Woah.
Pretty blunt for your first time here.
That aside, what are drawing?
Oh...A mascot character. For Tokorozawa.
I thought I'd personally apply.
The current mascot's a cute one called Tokoron.
The one I'm contemplating is based on the image of
Tokorozawa's yaki dango (grilled mochi dumplings), Tokorozawa Yakiko.
- That's scary. - It's creepy.
If this shows up at an event, kids would cry.
Master, long time no see.
This is definitely our aircraft.
There was an inquiry from a hospital near Haneda Airport, and
- that's why we're investigating. - Yamashita-san sent me the photo
so I asked around where I could, but no one knew anything about it.
Is that right.
Come to think of it, Yokoyama-san, the owner of this place
- is a former air traffic engineer, isn't he? - Yes.
He may remember something if he was around that period, huh?
But he doesn't come by here very often.
Sounds like he's busy with the Kichijoji shop.
- See? - Hello.
- Boy, this bring back memories. - Would you happen to know anything about it?
I don't know what the picture was for, but
I do know the name of this pilot. He's Kojima-san.
- Kojima-san. - Yes.
Around the time I started out as air traffic engineer,
I was introduced to him by my senpai air traffic controller.
I remember him well because he was different
- from your usual pilot. - Do you know how to reach him?
Unfortunately, he passed away some time ago.
- I see. - He wasn't that old.
I remember I was shocked when I heard the news.
I would think ANA would have his contact point.
- His name's Kojima Kengo. - I'll try to look him up.
You're sure lucky. You get to meet pretty ladies
- like them at work. - I guess so.
But they have no interest in me.
Ha, ha, ha. I don't blame them.
Wah! Gross!
That's Yakiko.
Thank you.
Are both of you cabin attendants?
- No, I'm an air traffic controller. - Ah, air traffic controller.
Sorry to bother you, but we really wanted to hear
the story behind this picture.
Ah, the good old days.
These children were from children's hospice near Haneda Airport.
You mean hospice for children with grave illness?
Yes. Kojima was involved in volunteer activities since he was a youth.
He was a frequent visitor at this facility too.
The children told Kojima once that
their dream was to ride one of the airplane
they can see from that facility. So Kojima
negotiated desperately with the airlines for the children's sake.
But it wasn't easy getting them to agree.
They were worried about the risk to the sick children.
- Then this picture? - He persisted for 5 years.
He was always straight as an arrow.
So Kojima-san's persistence finally moved the company.
Yes, on one condition.
That staff members participate on this flight as volunteers.
The children were ecstatic.
Kojima-san moved everyone's heart, didn't he?
Incidentally, this is me.
Those were the days...
Back then, cabin attendant was a dream occupation.
There were a lot of proud people, but
for that occasion, everyone raised their hands.
By coming in touch with the children, we learned
what was important when serving the passengers.
So he passed away just a few years after that flight.
That's why not too many people knew about it.
It's regrettable that such a wonderful flight was discontinued.
- Is the airline company against it? - I'm not sure, but
I'm sure cost is an issue. And as Mrs. Kojima mentioned,
the safety of the children from a hospice has to be given special consideration.
Taguchi-san, are you a member of the flight crew?
No. Currently, I'm an instructor in charge of trainees.
But they're quite hard to deal with. Maybe they're too laid back?
- If they get scolded like we did... - They lose heart.
I was on ground until last year too.
- Were you with us? - Unfortunately, I was in Terminal No. 1.
Oh, is that right. Excuse me.
At any rate, teaching is a hard thing to do.
For sure. But it's also tough being the trainee.
- That's the position I'm in right now. - I see.
Instructors have to get creative too, don't we?
Taguchi-san.
Why don't we visit the hospital tomorrow?
- So that's what it was about. - Yes.
Thank you for taking your time to find out.
- Not at all. - Are there any staff members from back then?
I don't think they're here anymore.
No one here knew about the picture.
I see.
You can see from here too, can't you?
Yes. And it's visible from the hospice wards as well.
Can we go there?
- Look, it's an airplane. - Yeah.
Were you expecting it to be more depressing?
- Hello. - Hello.
What are those pictures?
The children are trying to live with all their might, but
sometimes sad reality awaits too.
For us staff members,
the important thing is how much hope we can give to
the children and their family, and how we can bring
a smile to their face.
Taguchi-san...
I know what you want to say.
Let's revive it. The Kojima Flight.
Yuuki-san.
Memorial flight, huh?
We want to bring hope and smile to
children who are trying to live with all their might.
At any rate, I'll pass it on to the top.
Endo-san, excuse me.
Thank you.
- On an airplane? - Yes.
They want to invite the children from the hospice to an airplane ride.
If that really happens, the kids will be thrilled.
- Is that right. - You can see the planes
flying away from the children's ward.
They all say they want to ride the airplane someday when they get well.
But some children won't be able to participate because of their condition.
I feel bad for those kids.
So you want us to support this?
The flight has to depart from and
return to Haneda, so
it's going to be a special flight.
We'd like to cooperate by drawing up
the flight path.
Alright. I'll talk it back to the Ministry.
Thank you very much. Excuse me.
- Sorry to bother you. - I think it's great.
People who aggressively tries to make something happen.
She looks at things from a different perspective.
Air traffic control to airport. People to people. That's what she's trying to connect.
Something new might come out of this.
Although it may merely be a catalyst.
Things need catalysts to get started.
I guess so.
- What are you doing? - Volunteer work.
- Not interested.
Give flight to the children in the hospice wards.
- I said I'm not interested. - You have kids, don't you?
- Are you still separated? - Is that a problem?
It's not a problem, but I understand how your wife feels.
- Oh yeah? - It's not the kids' fault.
I know that.
Please just take a look.
Our participation as volunteers in this event
has been approved by the Ministry.
Basically, what are we doing?
Things like welcoming the children to the airport and
taking them to the gate, taking them to the old tower to see the stars.
I'm trying to think of various things.
It's the children's dream to ride an airplane.
Please help us put a smile on their face.
I'll call out to my controller friends too.
Me too. If we get enough air traffic controllers
- can I be the CA? - No, you can't.
But I always wanted to wear that uniform.
Shinoda.
It's a worthy project, but it's going to be a hard sell. I'm sorry.
The airline company didn't approve?
We got a phone call directly from their PR department.
Apparently, they knew we were asked
to cooperate as well.
Won't you let me talk to them one more time?
Shinoda.
There go you meddling again.
But this flight is...
It's the same as air traffic control.
Think calmly.
Even if one path is obstructed,
you're bound to find another path if you go around.
Calm down. Calm down.
- We're all right. We're all right. - Calm down. Calm down.
We are all right. We are all right.
Evacuate. Evacuate.
Ma'am, this way please.
This is an emergency situation. There's no need to smile.
This is a matter of life or death.
Ma'am. I'm sorry to bother you, but
please turn off your electronic device.
Why do I have to turn it off?
Um. The radio wave...
This is something Kojima left behind.
It would be great if you two could read it.
It's regrettable, but we have no choice but to give up this time.
There's nothing more I can do.
It took Kojima-san 5 years to realize this project.
Should we give up so easily?
Why do you think Kojima-san
planned this flight 40 years ago?
It's because people like Kojima-san pinned their dream on wings
that you and I are here today.
We got a call from the hospital.
When the children were told they might get to ride on an airplane,
they were all ecstatic.
Do we have the right to crush their hope?
Mrs. Kojima said for us.
To the big sky they can only look up at
from the bed that ties them down.
To the sky which gives me strength to live.
Let me guide the children there.
That's the only thing I can do for them.
Let's revive it. The Kojima Flight.
By coming in touch with the children,
we learned what's really important.
Please give us your support.
If there's anything we can do...Right?
Thank you.
I'll take the other one upstairs.
You're gonna collect from both upstairs and down?
Well, the more we can collect the better.
Say, you over there. Won't you put (okanee) your money (okane) here?
If you can make your bad puns funny, I'll consider donating.
Oh, go for it, Sakai.
Money (manee) just gets in the way (ja-manee).
Nope. That's not gonna do it.
Money (okane) is scary (okkanee).
Look, he's not even moving like a sculpture.
Say, do your impersonation of Choshu*. (pro wrestler)
- And then put your money in here. - You the type who gets everyone involved?
- Yes! - Choshu...
You're better than I expected.
Collected money (choshu) from Choshu.
- That didn't work. - Can't be helped.
Moreover, Muto came at the end.
- Muto, huh? - Muto wasn't good.
You're right...
- Woah! - We did it!
Hey, Noda. You help out too.
What's this?
- For the memorial flight. Right? - Thank you.
This is my second time today.
I see. I never knew I had a senpai
who started such a wonderful thing.
Can we count on your support?
I'll talk to the pilots.
I'm sure they'll volunteer to participate.
Thank you.
You collected all this?
Yes. We got a lot of support from the airport staff
for this memorial flight.
We'll be participating as volunteers too.
Please apply the money we collected towards the cost of the flight.
We understand how you feel, but the company feels otherwise.
Of course our primary mission is to make this flight a reality, but
along with that,
we'd like the CA's in training to experience this flight
as part of their training curriculum.
Part of training curriculum?
We want them to go on board with children from the hospice,
see their happy smiling faces,
and realize what it is that we're entrusted with
by the passengers in the sky.
Well, yes. I agree it's a great idea, but...
The fundamental principle of our company is
to provide dream and excitement to people around the world, isn't it?
This project enables sick children to dream
which in turn leads to hope.
It's the job of us staff to give hope to our passengers.
Please.
We did it! The memorial flight's been approved.
We did it! We did it!
Good job, Shinoda.
Thank you.
Donate the money you collected to the
hospital or whatever you think is appropriate.
We can't take money from our precious employees.
So this is how cuckoo's written in kanji.
Something smells good.
Yo, Murata. I planned the bento menu for this week, so
- I'm leaving you charge of calling it int. - Okay. Today's
finally the day, isn't it? Of the memorial flight.
I'm a little envious.
- Of what? - Well, we can't participate.
You idiot. We're already doing our part by
trying to prevent the departing aircraft from
hitting birds. Besides, I donated too.
That's why Kaori-chan came to thank us.
What?! When?
While you were in the bathroom.
- That's why it smelled good. - Are you a dog?
Hey, take care of this.
Alrighty then, let's get ready to go, shall we?
I can't believe the favorite food of the person protecting the birds is chicken.
Please protect the birds from danger.
Fly away. Let's go.
You'll all be putting this on and
boarding a plane today.
Without preparation?
You haven't learned what the important thing is yet.
We're asking you to interact with passengers on a real airplane.
Of course, a senpai will accompany each of you.
Even though you're still trainees, as long as you're boarding a plane,
make sure you provide the best service as a cabin attendant.
You're gonna make the kids cry.
- Huh? Yakiko? - What's this supposed to be?
- It's a monster from Tokorozawa. - How dare you say that about Yakiko.
- That's Kimoko, right? - She's Yakiko.
- Where are you taking my Yakiko? - Never mind.
You're 46A. Please proceed this way.
Welcome aboard.
Thank you for coming.
I'm glad the flight materialized.
Taguchi-san, I'm proud to have a junior like you.
I remember the children's smiling faces back then.
My husband's too. I'm sure Kojima is pleased.
Thank you so much.
This may help them mature.
Thank you so much for everything.
Not at all. Thank you for boarding our flight.
Onee-chan, thank you.
You're welcome. I hope you have fun.
Hello, everyone.
Welcome on board ANA Memorial Flight 775.
Please stow your carry-on luggage in the overhead bin
or under the seat in front of you.
Sensei, not yet?
In a little while. Let's be patient.
Cabin Attendants. Doors for departure.
I'm glad everyone's voice was heard.
This kind of flight is
quite nice too.
- It's moving! It's moving! - It's going back.
Ladies and gentlemen.
This airplane will take off shortly.
Please make sure your seatbelt is fastened.
All Nippon 775 Juliet. Wind 310 at 8. Runway 05 cleared for takeoff.
All Nippon 775 Juliet. Runway 05 cleared for takeoff.
- This is awesome. It's so fast. - It is, isn't it?
It's flying! It's flying! It's flying!
Awesome!
- You can see the ocean. - Really?
- Over there, over there. - It's beautiful.
- Which way's home? - I wonder, huh?
Welcome aboard our flight today.
There's one thing we want all of you to know.
Don't you find it strange how such a big airplane can fly?
It is.
There are lots of people working together to make this airplane fly.
The people at the airport. Pilots. Us cabin attendants too.
And air traffic controllers who guide the airplanes.
It's because everyone works hard that
a big thing like this can fly the sky.
All of you too can do anything if you work hard.
Your father and mother. Your friends. With their help, let's work hard together.
Taguchi-san.
That was a very nice speech.
- Thank you. - By the way, where is Shinoda-san?
She's on the other flight.
There were children who couldn't get permission to leave the hospice.
She created an airplane in the hospital for those children.
- Welcome on board. - Welcome on board.
Thank you for flying with us.
Thank you.
Here you go.
Shall we go?
Welcome on board.
What's the matter?
Why, if it isn't Kondo-san.
Onii-chan, let's go together.
All Nippon 277. Tokyo Ground. Pushback approved. Runway 34 Right.
All Nippon 277. Pushback approved. Runway 34 Right.
It's moving, it's moving.
It's big. Wow. Cool. Awesome!
All Nippon 277. Wind 320 at 3. Runway 34 Right cleared for takeoff.
All Nippon 277. Runway 34 Right cleared for takeoff.
It's so fast!
The speed... Cool! Awesome!
Cool! It's flying! It's flying!
All Nippon 277. Contact Departure 130 decimal 8.
Have a nice flight. Good day.
Thank you.
- Was it fun? - Yeah, it was fun.
- I'm glad. - Sky is beautiful, isn't it?
It sure is. Do you like airplanes?
Yes. I like them a lot.
Here, you can have this. Tokoron.
And a Tokorozawa Yakiko seal too.
Okamoto-san. What are you doing?
- What, isn't it cute? - This one's better, isn't it?
Okamoto-san, why did you bring it?
- I don't like people who can't read the situation. - Who are you to tell me that.
Okay, guys. Let's peel it off.
Okay, here we go. Ready...
Good day.
Thank you so much. The children
really enjoyed themselves.
The pleasure was ours. If you'll excuse me now.
What were you doing there?
Rehabilitation?
You're as meddlesome as ever.
The hospice ward is visible from the rehab facility.
I was wondering what all the noise was about and I saw you.
Honjo-kun.
The kids had a nice smile.
A really nice smile.
I haven't laughed from the bottom of my heart lately, so
I envied them.
Sky is great, isn't it?
Kaori.
I might...
still want to fly the sky after all.