Hey, the noise earlier was Tokyo Tower collapsing!
You're kidding!
What is it?
Tokyo Tower really collapsed...
I could see Tokyo Tower from my classroom in school.
Is the school you go to around here?
I go to Rikka Girls' Academy.
Really?
That's the shelter we're heading to right now.
Really?
That's impressive, Mirai.
Rikka's a fairly prestigious middle school, you know.
But I barely got in.
The people from the local municipalities said the buildings around this area were just renovated,
so there isn't too much damage.
Even though the buildings are new, the designs are old fashioned.
That's what Mama liked about it...
Mama said that she would've liked to have gone to that school, too.
That's why when Mirai got accepted, she was so happy that she fell down.
She fell?
It was before the school's entrance ceremony.
Hey! Mama!
Geez.
Don't fall when there isn't anything to trip over!
It's embarrassing.
Oh no, what am I going to do?
It's because she forced herself to wear those high heels.
Her injury looked pretty painful, didn't it?
I don't know why, but she was in a bad mood the entire time after that.
She was probably annoyed with herself.
If that happened to me at my daughter's entrance ceremony, I would cry too.
That's how she looked, right?
She didn't look like it at all!
What? That's what she looked like!
No, she didn't!
"Mama has to go now!"
Please don't get too close to the school buildings!
It doesn't feel like my school anymore.
Is there anyone who hasn't gotten any water yet?
Anyone who hasn't gotten any water yet?
You seem thirsty.
Have some water.
Ah, thank you.
Have you been to the hospital yet?
We did, but they're full everywhere, so no one could take a look at him.
There's a lot of injured people here too.
Even though this is an urban area and has lots of hospitals nearby,
it's still packed everywhere.
It's hard to believe, isn't it?
You used to come here for school, right?
Yeah, but it feels like I've stumbled into some place I don't know.
That's understandable.
But it's reassuring for us that you're here, since you know the area.
Yep!
Besides, I wanted to see your school!
But it's an all-girl's school, so I thought I couldn't get inside.
It would be okay during the school festival.
I wouldn't invite you, though.
Oh, Yuuki!
What?
Come on, I'll show you something cool.
Over here!
Hey, Onee-chan.
What's over here?
Stained glass.
It's really pretty!
It's right over there—
Mama.
Megu...
Soufflé.
Megu said her mom was going to bake soufflé for her.
It's not like we were close friends
and I didn't really know how to deal with her,
but seeing her so sad is just...
And I couldn't do anything for her.
What exactly can we do?
It has been one day since the earthquake,
but we still haven't received any information regarding the extent of the damage to the surrounding areas.
Although, according to the Tokyo Fire Department, the burned buildings...
It's not getting any cooler even during the night, huh?
Yeah.
But there's a place...
there's a place that's just a little bit cooler.
It might be because of the water, but this place seems to be a bit cooler.
I'm sure you've been through a lot,
but at least try to get some good sleep tonight.
Who are you, sir?
My name is Furuichi.
As you can see, I'm just an old man, so I can't really do anything for you.
The least I could do is bring you to a cool place.
It was like this.
The stained glass that I wanted to show you was just like this.
It used to glisten so brilliantly;
it was beautiful.
It's not a birthday cake, but I like the moon when it's round.
Just like a pancake.
I like the crescent moon.
Because of the name.
Hey, did you know?
A crescent moon is also called a "paper moon."
Why?
No clue.
That's great.
That light...
It must be Mr. Furuichi.
He's probably guiding more people here.
An aftershock?
Calm down.
Please move away from the windows!
An aftershock has just happened.
Please be wary of fires, collapsing buildings, and falling objects.
Just how long will this continue?
I'm sick of this too.
Is anyone injured?
There are glass shards near the school buildings, so please don't go near them.
I can't take this anymore!
It's all right now, we'll be fine.
That was a big one.
Yeah.
I'm proud of you two for hanging in there.
We'll keep our promise, no matter what happens
and we'll stay together, okay?
Okay.
Is anyone injured?
Mr. Furuichi must be a local volunteer.
We have to be thankful.
Oh my, so this is where you were.
Thank you for protecting the children.
Oh, it's nothing.
You're not hurt, are you?
No.
That was scary, wasn't it? It is okay now.
Your mom and dad will definitely come for you soon.
I know, here's some candy.
I made sure to buy some beforehand.
Here you go.
Ah, thank you.
Here.
Thanks!
You like these, don't you?
Yep!
Misako.
Oh, honey.
You should stay in the auditorium.
It's safe over there.
Is this your wife?
Yes, is she being an inconvenience?
No, not at all.
She gave me some candy.
I hope you all enjoy them.
Let's get going.
But, honey, the children...
Don't worry, they'll be safe here.
Come on.
That old lady...
Another aftershock!
Stay close.
Don't worry, the glass won't fly over here.
Chii! Ko!
I'll be right there!
Misako.
Honey.
You don't have to go.
But the children...
They'll be fine.
Chii!
Misako.
That's enough.
Mr. Furuichi.
Oh, hello.
Are you okay?
Yes. Are you hurt anywhere?
I'm fine.
Misako, let's get going.
Hey, that old lady...
she called us "Chii" and "Ko," didn't she?
I think she mistook you for her grandchildren.
Mr. Furuichi lost his grandchildren in the earthquake yesterday.
His grandchildren just happened to be visiting from the countryside.
Chii... Ko...
I'm sure it's hard on him.
Even so, he's still helping out quite a bit.
We have to learn from his example.
Please come by the tent at the main area of the school if you need any water or blankets;
we've gathered some from all over this area.
Thank you very much.
Oh yeah,
have you all eaten yet?
You should be able to get some curry udon at the main area in a little bit.
Everyone's helping one another even when things are difficult for everyone.
I'm really grateful.
Isn't he heavy?
Not at all.
I wonder if there's anything I can do...
You must be parched.
Would you like some water?
Thank you, we'd love some.
You've been so helpful,
even when it's difficult for all of us...
Not at all, since this is all I can do.
What's wrong?
You're in pain too, yet you're...
So you've heard?
Yes.
They were my daughter's children from Okayama.
There were only small tremors over there.
And just when I happened to ask them to come,
something like this happened.
They were just a little older than the two of you,
but to my wife, they'll always be kids.
I'm glad you two are okay.
It should have been me that died.
I wish the younger ones had lived.
Mr. Furuichi is so strong.
Yet I couldn't do anything for Megu.
Come over here.
But there still are things we can do, even during times like these, right?
Yeah.
Communications are yet to be restored,
while concerns about missing family members continue to rise.