Takara Fansubs Translation: Shippothekit
Takara Fansubs Encoding: Bader
Look up at the stars
An infinite number of scattered lights
Floating above the ring
Today rainbow-coloured sweat will fly
It's not bright tonight! My life
At this moment is only small
Like a lit firework
Our red faces flare up
I don't understand tonight! Now I'm
Suited for this lonely smell
Hit the waves and break them
Things like kindness have no meaning
Bridge of Tears
Tange Boxing Club
Thank you for your kindness throughout the year.
And best wishes for the new year.
I'm touched by your politeness. We too give our best wishes.
Joe really should have come greet you with me.
Considering his condition after the fight against Carlos,
I'm letting him rest.
Please excuse him.
I understand. It was a ruthless fight.
That's very nice of you.
Where is Nishi?
He's going to the cinema with Noriko in Asakusa.
Oh is he? That's nice...
"I've made a meal for the new year. It's delicious. Enjoy yourself."
Signed: Danpei.
Episode 13: The Tange Gym... Is Indestructible
That was good.
Ow!
Joe!
Hey, Sachi.
- Best wishes for the new year. - Yes, best wishes.
What is it, Sachi? Why are you turned around?
- Can I turn around? - Of course!
Ta da!
I put on a bit too much make up.
What do you mean "huh"?
Joe! Best wishes from all of us!
Hey, same to you!
If we play cards, you up for it?
Yeah! Perfect for the new year.
There, I've won! That was a good game.
Too bad for you. The year started better for me.
Hey!
I thought we were going to play a game like Go Fish.
No way, that's for kids!
The betting house is open but old men's flies should always be closed!
Shiraki Club
Yoko, it's beautiful.
But could you put on your kimono for your visit to the temple?
No, I don't want to be swallowed up by the crowd.
At your age, you shouldn't stay home on New Year's day.
But you've been like this since you were small.
- Nishi... - Yes?
I have a question to ask you.
When is Joe's birthday?
Joe's birthday?
Yes.
Let's see...
Noriko, you got me! I took your question seriously.
How would I know?
Joe has no memories before he arrived at the orphanage.
Even Joe himself doesn't know when he was born.
He doesn't have a birthday. He's been alone since birth.
Noriko... Noriko, you knew that, surely.
Why did you ask?
This coffee is good.
Thanks, Nishi.
The film was good too.
Thanks! You're very kind.
And there, I won! A nice triple!
He's too good!
Sorry, I'm going to spend the New Year in bed.
One, two...
Have a good sleep!
I'm such an idiot!
In the port city at number 13...
Hey you two!
Gramps, you're in a good mood, eh?
The Hayashi's served sake.
And a good quality sake too!
Floating on the water...
Nishi, don't forget that we're invited
to the New Year's party at the Shiraki club.
I won't.
I'll bring Noriko and meet up with you.
Alright.
Another occasion to drink...
"INVITATION... SHIRAKI BOXING CLUB"
How's Joe doing?
Fine. He played cards with us.
But he's gone to bed. He seemed tired.
Ah, okay...
He ate it all!
Tange Boxing Club
So, Joe, did you have a good sleep?
Yes, but not enough, I think.
It's like I'm sick.
Seems like punch-drunk syndrome.
"Punch-drunk syndrome."?
Yes, it happens often after a fierce fight.
When we're sleepy we walk in a zigzag...
Even the spectators were punch-drunk after the fight against Carlos.
It's normal to be that way.
Well... In a week you'll be fine.
Hup!
Well... You look fit enough to go to the party tonight.
Gramps, I'm not going.
I'm excited to go, myself.
Go with Nishi, then.
I'm going back to bed.
Without you, it's not worth it.
Besides, they're coming to celebrate the fight against Carlos with us.
You're the hero of the evening.
And Miss Shiraki has paid a lot for the location
of the luxurious reception hall. Without you, it's not worth it.
She's full of money, that one.
It's nothing for her.
Sorry,
but I prefer my bed to a big crowd.
- Yoko... - Yes?
It seems that the Tange's aren't coming.
So it seems...
Excellent evening, besides the absence of the Yabuki team.
Yes.
You're more radiant than ever.
Of course.
You organized the end of the year match with Carlos
in such a remarkable way.
We can no longer doubt the come-back of Joe Yabuki, the wild boy.
It signifies that your work... your mission
has come to an end, in my opinion.
You've helped Yabuki overcome the death of Toru Rikiishi...
You're a remarkable woman.
I'm very proud of you.
Yoko, this is the ideal moment for you to withdraw from the Shiraki club.
I have the intention of remaining president.
Yoko!
You want to follow the career of the boxer Yabuki until the end?
That will cost you dear.
Yabuki is a man, you are a woman.
One day, you will suffer.
Enjoy!
Rice noodle soup in the Danpei Tange fashion!
- Again!? - Don't complain!
We eat the soup on New Year's day, that's how it is.
Thanks for the food. It was edible.
Are you kidding, Joe?
It's delicious!
I'll have another bowl!
This'll be my eighth!
Of course, you don't care about your diet anymore.
You're right. I won't get back in the ring.
Don't blame me for eating as much as I want.
Life starts when we stop boxing.
Nishi, what is it? I didn't mean to hurt you.
It's okay, Joe. I understand.
I'll leave you.
We have lots of deliveries for the new year tomorrow.
Hey, Joe...
We were so worried about you and your fight against Carlos,
that there was no time to think about him.
But he will do it.
Do what?
Announce his retirement.
Yes! We can have a party for Nishi's retirement.
We'll invite the Hayashi's and the people from the district
and all our friends. We'll have a big party!
Good idea! We'll have lots of fun!
Hup!
Joe, what are you doing?
Just... waiting for you.
What is it?
You seem serious.
About the party, Gramps has already spoken to me.
I have to work tonight,
but my boss is understanding.
Tell me the truth.
What truth?
Nishi, are you really sure?
Sure about quitting boxing?
Yes, I'm sure. I think...
I understand.
Hey, Joe, you waited for me to say that?
Joe, don't worry about me.
It doesn't surprise me.
It's fine. Don't you worry.
I started boxing to do the same thing as you.
In any case, a boxer with a wounded hand,
is a bottle without a corkscrew.
It's useless.
Excuse us!
These are the first of the boxes. The rest are coming, okay?
He should make enough for the party.
Nishi's Retirement
There!
-Nishi! -Yes?
You have to get ready, right? You can go.
That's alright. Gramps told me: "You are the hero of the evening."
"All you have to do is show up."
Thank you for coming here in spite of your business.
The modest Danpei Tange will speak on behalf of Kanichi Nishi to...
thank everyone.
I thank you also for...
Oh yes! Your faithful encouragement
for Kanichi Nishi, nicknamed Nishi the Mammoth.
With 10 victories, 3 defeats and 2 draws,
he retires in style.
He can start his new life without regret, thanks to you.
We therefore humbly offer
the dishes we prepared to say thanks.
Have a wonderful evening.
And here it is!
Help yourself.
I'll now sing: My Love of Hakodate.
Thank you!
I've come so far, I've finally arrived in Hakodate...
Noriko...
Can I help you?
What? You who doesn't even know how to cut tofu!
Since your mother had something unexpected happen and cannot come
you must be overwhelmed.
It's alright. You'd disturb me more than anything.
For once, I want to do something... for Nishi.
But I don't know what to do.
- Later. - Yabuki!
Can you order my father three cases of beer?
Okay!
Here I am in "Zatoichi".
You're having a party for Nishi, I was told.
It's not much, but I wanted to offer this.
Here. I'll deliver it for you.
- Yabuki... - Hm?
Your fight against Carlos was superb.
Honestly, I would've liked it to be Rikiishi.
Hurry and give the bouquet.
Noriko!
I forgot that there was no soy sauce.
I'll go buy some.
It's on my way.
Thanks.
No problem. Can you give this bouquet to Nishi?
It's a gift from the president of the Shiraki club.
I see that the party is in full swing. We must do a speech
for the hero of the evening: Nishi the Mammoth.
I arrived on time!
I don't know what to say...
Hey, Nishi! Don't put on an act! Just be yourself.
Nishi...
Since my first match...
Excuse me...
I'm not that good at speaking.
Joe...
Will you... will you go sparring with me?
What?
Nishi! Are you serious?
Not with your wrist!
It'll be the last time that I get to go sparring!
If I fight against Joe one last time,
I won't regret it. Please, Joe!
Alright, Nishi.
But with 454 gram gloves and one round.
Okay?
Yes, Joe! That's fine.
Listen, Nishi. If you have any pain, then stop.
I know. I will.
And here is the highlight of the evening: a match of 1 round!
In the red corner,
the heavyweight champion of the Bridge of Tears: Nishi!
Thank you, thank you!
In the blue corner,
the bantamweight champion of the Bridge of Tears: Joe Yabuki!
This is my last round. No holding back your punches.
I know.
Attention!
Get ready, Joe!
Nishi!
Nishi! Nishi!
I'm fine, Gramps.
Your punches are always powerful and hefty.
Even just a week after your fight against Carlos!
Great job, Joe.
Gramps, you can be assured!
As long as Joe is here, the club will exist.
I'm proud to have dedicated my youth to boxing.
And will always be!
Nishi...
Ow...
If I fall now,
it'll be a hard blow to your pride.
Yes, exactly!
Get ready, Nishi!
In the red corner...
the heavyweight champion of the Bridge of Tears:
Nishi the Mammoth!
In the blue corner...
the bantamweight champion of the Bridge of Tears:
Joe Yabuki!
Sad memories are hidden by your shoulders
You are walking alone in life
Now sweet comfort
Shouldn't hurt your back
Bitter tears overflow
Just pretend you don't notice
Bitter tears overflow
Just pretend you don't notice