If it's Mr.Higashijyujyo
I'm sure he will make you happy
When you get back
Can we have dinner ?
With so many family obligations, we weren't able to go on a date
I didn't think the wedding preparations would take this long
Let's stop
What ?
Just kidding !
That was an obvious joke !
There are no more lies between us, right ?
No, not even 1 micron of lies
Then
I'm sorry for bringing this up again
When will I get to meet your father ?
That's
Because
Haven't I already explained it many times ?
I know
You told me he was the captain of a luxury cruise ship
Where is he now ?
Let's see
About now
He's probably crossing the Selat Karimata Strait
I can't wait anymore
I'll go see him at his next landing port
I understand
If you're willing to go that far
I'll contact him right away
This is bad !
Is there a chance Miss Jinno will call off her wedding ?
That seems unlikely
Unless someone richer than Higashijyujyo shows up
Rich !
I see
Chief, cheer up please
I'm sure a magnificent love will appear for you
For men, compared to money
The heart wins !
Wakaba !
You just said something extraordinary
If you are free
I found a delicious Sushi place
Let's go together
I'm sorry
I can't
How about you girls ?
Thank you for your hard work !
Sister !
That
This uniform
Is for Air Dream stewardesses, right ?
Yes
Sakurako
Jinno Sakurako is off today ?
Yes
Who are you ?
It's another stalker !
Uncool !
No way !
Scary !
Let's run !
I wonder what happened ?
Wait a minute, sister !
That's great
We will finally meet your father, right ?
With your mother dying so young
I am sure your father
cherished his only daughter
I am sure you are his princess, right ?
For Sakurako, he got off his boat
And took a plane to come back
Sakurako ?
I'm sorry for making you do such a hard thing
Not at all
My father is also looking forward to meeting you all
Osuke !
Osuke
This is...
My name is Jinno Masaru
Jinno ?
I am Sakurako's father
I was wondering how I would find her place. You saved me !
Sakurako's apartment is very close to Osuke's fish shop
You are a fish seller ?
I'm a fisherman !
Really ?
You are a fisherman ?
You could say we're in the same trade !
Sakurako ?
About the honeymoon
Yes, you're right
I'd love to see Barcelona
I want to see Gaudi's buildings
It's here ?
She's a stewardess so I was wondering what kind of nice place she was living in
This is a nice place, right ?
Yes
But actually
I'm a little nervous
I haven't seen her face in 9 years
So long ?
Sakurako hasn't come home yet
How come ?
She asked me to hurry and sent me money
to fly here
Yes ?
Mr.Akimoto !
How could I forget ?
It was an honor to have spent time with you that day
A group date with horse owners ?!
I'll come for sure !
It would be my pleasure !
Yamato Nadeshiko The Perfect Woman
The place is dirty but
Please make yourself at home
I'm sorry
Osuke, you were on a date ?
What ?
What a beautiful young lady !
That was a good joke
She's his mother
Sakurako, shouldn't you stop going to group dates ?
Its almost your wedding day
If Higashijyujyo finds out, what will you do ?
You guys should know how long I've been waiting for this day
The miracle I was praying for
Is finally going to be realized !
This feels like destiny
It's time for your best battle, right ?
Exactly
You've got balls for doing this while you're about to get married
If I don't meet my fated person tonight
I'll be able to get married to Higashijyujyo with a clear heart
But if I meet that person, he's the one I will marry
Heal my heart !
This will be my last singles group date !
Osuke !
3 Winter Amberjack please !
Coming up !
You're lucky, Osuke !
Passion !
I'm sorry Wakaba for making you work again
It's alright. I love being here
Welcome ! What would you like ?
Osuke, you have to take her out somewhere !
Alright !
You call yourself a fish seller ?
You don't look like one !
Step aside !
Just move !
No, I got it !
No, you don't !
Welcome !
We have some great Winter Amberjack today
Sardines, 300 Yen and the Saba, 450 Yen
500 Yen will do, right ?
Thank you !
That's not enough
Welcome !
Nakaru !
It's been a while
Professor Kurokawa !
Why did you quit Mathematics ?
That's
Business seems to be good at the fish shop
It can't be helped if there is so much work at the shop
Yes
When I heard you had come back
I've been wondering ever since
Have you made any progress on your unsolved Maths problem ?
I always meant to ask you about that
I know that even if I spend my life on it, I will never solve it
It took me 5 years to realize that
It took me too long to figure that out
If you give it your all
You'll do it easily !
Are you satisfied with the way you're living ?
To you
Is it an obligation to watch over the shop your father left you ?
It is a heavy burden to carry, right ?
One more time
Won't you give it another try ?
What ?
If you have the aspiration, I can help !
I
I am here for you
Professor !
What are you saying ?
I'm no longer
I know that a Mathematicians's career is short
If he doesn't come up with a new theory or
That's right !
I'm already 35 years old
Wait a minute !
The age limit for the Fields Prize
Is 40 years old
There's still plenty of time
You still have 5 years !
That's impossible !
Thank you very much !
Thank you for your business
Osuke is late
What the hell is doing ?
Are you or aren't you buying ? Make up your mind !
What a rude person !
The rude person is me
This Winter Amberjack please
Amberjack ? It's good some good manners, right ?
Why don't you go in the back and have some tea ?
I am a fish expert so just leave everything to me
That man earlier is a Mathematics professor ?
Once he starts thinking about Maths
That kid forgets the world around him
Is that so ?
That's probably why he got dumped
You're talking about the girlfriend he had in Boston, Yukiko ?
Osuke still hasn't talked to you about this ?
I just happened to see a photograph the time I was in his room
I thought she was a very beautiful woman
I knew it would never work out. She was too good for Osuke
Osuke was only focused on his research so she must have felt lonely
It's alright !
When he quit Maths, he became a normal person again
The Osuke of today
Will know how to cherish you
I'm home !
Welcome home !
We're having a Monk fish hot pot tonight
It looks delicious !
Oh my God !
It's you !
You still can't get ahold of Sakurako ?
I keep getting her voice mail
Today, you were very helpful !
We don't have much but please
Please !
I'll accept your kind invitation
You are welcome
Let's all drink this !
Great idea !
I own some vineyards near Bordeaux
There is a very old castle on my lands
Really ?
Mr.Akimoto
You have 5 horses and 10 cars
And a Cesna too ?
Yes
It is very convenient when I visit my stables in Salisbury North Carolina
Tonight
I surrender
My life's fated person has
Sakurako !
What's up, Higashijyujyo ?
Do you know each other ?
You too ?
He and I are hunting buddies
I asked him to come to this group date
He has a fiancee
So he refused to come
When I heard it was a group date with the most beautiful woman of Air Dream
I thought: No way she'd be there !
Unbelievable !
You are the Queen of group dates everyone is talking about ?
Mr.Higashijyujyo !
Get in there and say something !
I'm so sorry Sakurako !
We didn't have enough members for tonight
So I forced you to come out
If you'd known this would happen, you would have never come
Please forgive me !
Aren't you mistaken about something ?
The Queen of group dates is yours truly
Tonight, I feel I have met my fated person
You saved my life !
It made me happy !
Hello ?
Wakaba ?
I'm in the middle of a meeting
Sakurako, where are you now ?
Your father has been waiting at Oharu for a long time
What ?
He already came ?
You are the one who called him !
Yes, but
Why is he at Oharu ?
Anyway, he's waiting
I haven't finished preparing for him yet
Preparing ? What do you mean ?
Please come here quick !
Anyway, tonight it's impossible !
Sakurako ?
I'll come get him tomorrow for sure
Don't let him drink too much Sake !
Bye
Toyama Sake is the best in Japan !
Right ?
Let's drink !
It felt great being in your shop
I'll stay here forever
I'm sorry
I knew I shouldn't doubt you
No
It was all my fault
I shouldn't have let them force me to attend a group date
Since I met you at a group date, I panicked
Believe me
That was the last time I went to a group date
I will never doubt you again
Tomorrow night, your father will arrive at Narita, right ?
We're sending a limousine to pick him up
No
That won't be necessary
After he has rested enough
We'll come visit your parents at once
2 days from now ?
We will finally meet
Sakurako ?
Tell me honestly
Do you think your father will like me ?
Of course !
That's great !
You should eat a proper breakfast
Too late for that. I'm already an old man
I have imposed on you
No, last night was a lot of fun !
Have a sour plum
My Mum too
You kept calling her beautiful so she's perked up
That child's Mum too
Was the most beautiful woman in our harbor
Sakurako looks like her
Which reminds me
When she was little
She said that when she grew up she would become a rare pearl
Her wish did come true
But you know
A father like me
Is not someone you would like to show to other people
How can you say that ?
She stood me up yesterday
Maybe she doesn't want to see my face
Dad !
It's Sakurako
That's Sakurako ?
She became so beautiful !
I don't know what to say to her !
It's been a long time, Father !
Don't call me Father, Daddy is just fine !
How you changed !
It's been so long !
Tell me coward !
How long are you gonna keep letting that woman take advantage of you ?
It wasn't her
It's her father I helped out
What kind of father is he ?
Where did that terrifying woman came from
I'm curious to see why she is the way she is
He is a very interesting and good father
Last night we talked non-stop about fish
Do you think it's the time to be getting friendly with a fisherman ?
No wonder they say you act like an old man
It's time for love !
Love !
I am going to war !
I can't see anything but Nami
You think that didn't hurt ?
No, I don't think it does anymore
He can fall may times without it affecting him at all
What happened there ?
What ?
With Wakaba
We're going a date later today
What was that ?
You're going out with her ?
Is that true ?
Yes
She's a good kid
She helps out a lot at the shop
That's not what I mean !
Your feelings
I like her
Really ?
It was my fault for taking you to that group date
Is this
the man who for 7 years
couldn't forget his love ?
All of you with stewardesses
Isn't she your new love ?
You have to get ready to go to work
I know that !
Nami !
Thank you for coming
Mr.Kasuya
Yes ?
I am grateful for all the times you invited to dinner
But calling me to a place like this
It's annoying
Nami !
I'm sorry
Mr.Kasuya, you're a good guy but
But even if you were the last man on Earth
I
could never have a romantic relationship with you
I'm sorry
Please show the next patient in
This way please
What is wrong ?
I can't eat or sleep
That sounds like you're having a hard time
You should consult with a psychiatrist
That's what I told him too
Kasuya
Here
A huge hole
Stitch it up please
Dr.Sakuma !
You bastard !
Bastard !
Hanabusa !
Calm down, Kasuya !
This is a hospital ! Let's talk it out
I have something to say to him !
It's about Nami ?
That's right !
Come to Sakuma's house tonight !
Understood
Why my house ?
Yesterday, what did that Professor wanted to talk about ?
Actually
He's asked me to try Mathematics again
And ?
I refused !
You did ?
I'm glad you did !
Why did you go to Boston in the first place ?
If it was to quit half way, you shouldn't have gone at all
Osuke ?
You were thinking about Mathematics, right ?
I knew it
When you are in that world, you don't hear anything anymore, right ?
Oooops !
Tomorrow, wear these please
Father
And
Memorize this by tomorrow please
Higashijyujyo House Visit Father Manual
What ?
I've written down your job, hobby, special interests and other details in it
What is this ?
Captain of a luxury cruise ship
Spends most of his time at sea
Hobby is Opera ?
Absolutely !
This is stupid !
Why can't I go without having to spew out these lies ?
Father !
I told you to call me Daddy !
No
I will call you Father, if you don't mind
You must be joking !
I have a flight in 2 days but
Can I come help out tomorrow ?
Yes
It'll be a big help
I'll see you tomorrow then
No way I'm doing this !
I'm going home !
I can't let you go home !
I'm going home no matter what you do !
Brother !
I'm sorry but can I stay over another night ?
I'm taking the first bus back home tomorrow
What happened ?
I was glad when she asked me to come but she's asking for too much
I didn't expect things to turn out like this
What do you mean ?
I don't care if you run back to your village
But before that, you have to do your job as a father
I already have an appointment with his parents tomorrow at 3
You have to come !
Like Hell I will !
Look at this !
Why do I have to pretend to be a cruise ship captain ?
And I have never listened to any Opera
This is all lies !
There's no way I'll do this nonsense !
This is unbelievable
You want your father to do this ?
There is no other choice
What are you doing this for ?
To get married to Higashijyujyo of course
If you think your father is such a loser
Why don't you go buy yourself another Dad at the store ?
I really wanted to do that
What was that ?
If only fathers could be picked like clothes to fit any occasion, that would be so much easier
Sakurako !
Try saying that one more time !
You say that to the father you haven't seen in years ?
Anyway !
I
That hurt !
What are you doing ?
I'm sorry
I apologize for raising my hand
But
It's unacceptable for you to disrespect him like this
Isn't he the best father just the way he is ?
It's alright
I'm sorry
I hit your daughter
Forget it !
Tomorrow, I'll think of something on my own
Hanabusa didn't get here yet ?
Here he is !
Good evening !
Dear !
This is Sakurako's father
I'm Jinno !
When he asked to come along I thought we were just gonna take a walk
I didn't expect him to bring me to such a beautiful place
This time, it's him !
Really ?
This here is Sakurako's
The dream of my daughter who lives in Tokyo ?
Something along those lines
Good evening
I'm coming in !
What's with the 2-shot ?
Since this is about her, I though best she came too
You bastard !
Bastard !
Why does everyone bring their problems to my house ?
This isn't the set of a sitcom !
We are not gonna get drinks yet ?
I'm sorry for the hectic atmosphere
Would you like some beer or some wine ?
He prefers Japanese alcohol
Just a minute, please
Sorry !
This is a very nice house
Everyone come here and let's have a drink
Hanabusa !
I understand what the problem is
Leave it to this old man
This young one here
He looks smart
A doctor
Has plenty of money
But you see, sister
A man isn't only a face and money
Dad ! You're absolutely right
What's important is the heart, right ?
Exactly !
But
I love Hanabusa's heart too
You bastard !
Hey ! Credit Union !
You can't do anything about this ! Just forget about it
Where is the bathroom ?
I'll guide you
Mr.Kasuya
If it's just for dinner, I'll go with you anytime
Please invite me again
Nami !
That's too much !
Nami, come to your senses !
That guy has other women
No matter what he tells you, he isn't interested in a relationship
Is that true ?
No, it's not
What kind of relationship ?
I don't like to be tied down What kind of relationship ?
I don't like to be tied down
So I was thinking of having a light relationship with you
I see
You bastard !
What do you mean a light relationship ?
Do you think so little of her ?
Kasuya ! You're gonna get hurt !
Osuke slapped your daughter ?
Yes he did. He did it for me
That man
Why is he so good to me ?
What kind of man is he ?
He's a man who lacks courage
He stammers when he lies
He's thick-headed stubborn guy
And for your daughter
He cares for her deeply even though she dumped him
I see
But of all the people I met
He is the most pure
Even though he doesn't look like it
You are that kind of good guy too !
Let's drink !
Is that so ?
He's a good guy
Thanks to you
Tonight was fun too
Me too
It would be great if I could always drink with you !
I'll put this here
Good night
Goodnight
If only fathers could be picked like clothes to fit any occasion, that would be so much easier
Anyway !
It's unacceptable for you to disrespect him like this
Isn't he a great Dad just the way he is ?
Your father is not coming ?
The long trip exhausted him and he collapsed
Why didn't you bring him to our hospital ?
That's
Which hospital is he in ?
We'll put him in our VIP room
Tsukasa, go bring him in !
Yes
Let's go
I apologize for making you wait
I'm Sakurako's father
Father ?
Father !
Do you feel better ?
Father !
You should be resting
You shouldn't exert yourself
I'll take you home
You don't need to worry
I caught a bad flu in the Karimata Strait
I feel better after one night's rest
Is that so ?
That's admirable
Are you really alright, Father ?
Really ?
You like Opera
I do too
My husband is a fan of Jose Carreras
How about you ?
Actually he performed on the stage of our ship
Really ?
What did he sing ?
Tosti ?
Martini ?
Yes, that one ! That Maru...
Martini
Yes
Which Aria ?
Torna A Surriento meaning the Words of Love
For someone quite old and with such a small height, his voice is extraordinary
Which is the city that impressed you the most ?
Nitzu
Nitzu ?
Nice was beautiful, wasn't it Father ?
Yes that's it, Nice !
Nice ?
One of France's most prestigious resort town
The fish there is the most delicious in the world
The place is teeming with Tongue Fish at this time of year
There's nothing better than having a few grilled on deck with a nice bottle
This was an excellent meal
I'm sorry to ruin the mood
Time has come
I have to set sail
Are you already going back ?
I'll take you to your plane
It's Ok, there's a car waiting for me outside
You are that busy !
When will we see you again ?
It'll be some time
This time looks like a very long trip
1 year
2 years perhaps
Sakurako
Tsukasa
I will not be able to attend the wedding ceremony
I'm sorry
That's
very unfortunate
Sakurako
You are my daughter to the day I die
From the bottom of my heart
I will always pray for your happiness
My daughter is incompetent but
I am
counting on you
Father
Bon voyage !
Dad ?
Even so
I was glad to meet such a splendid father
But it's really too bad
He will not be able to see you in your wedding dress
And he loves you so much
He's always welcome
to come see you
Yes of course
Many years will pass but
We will meet him again
How much your father cares for you
I found out today
Sakurako !
Hang in there for a little more !
Hang in there !
Please open the door !
My daughter has a very high fever
Open up !
Sakurako, hang in there !
Open the door !
I
Sakurako ?
Please excuse me
Sakurako !
That spoiled brat
He is just the pampered type
What is so good about him ?
Please tell Sakurako for me
I will never come back here
So she doesn't need to worry
Thanks for everything !
Don't be so easy going or the shop will close down
Yes
A sweet man like you
And that iron lady would make a perfect couple
What ?
But
Maybe impossible
Because you're poor
Thank you for all your care !
I'll see you !
Dad !
Wait !
Sakurako !
Sakurako ?
What is it ?
Did I mess up something ?
What's wrong ?
Don't worry !
Your Dad
Will never show his face again where you are
Forget about me
Get married to that rich guy
And be happy
Sakurako
Congratulations
It's great ! Your dream has come true
I'm happy for you
Father !
Maybe it would be better if I dropped dead, right ?
We may never see each other again
Is that gonna happen ?
If that happens
Whenever that will be
Maybe not, right ?
You
are strong kid
Be well !
Bye
I'm sorry Daddy
I made you lie
I'm sorry
This is for the best
Now that he's gone, I can breathe again
There's no turning back for me
It's too late for that
This way
I don't have a family to fall back to
I'm glad this happened
I have no regrets
Because
I hated that house
I hated that life of poverty
That's why I came here by myself
I
I did well
My most precious dream is about to become real
That's why
I'm perfectly fine
Everyone says the heart is more important than money but
I can't believe that
That one very important thing
I don't understand it
To me now
There is nothing more important than getting married to Higashijyujyo
I must have that wedding
That's why
I won't look back
Never
I
Did very well !
I'm sure
Your painful memories
The day you will forget it all will come
It will definitely come
Don't cry
I will come to get you one day
I' m sure you will forget all your painful memories
Since I was a child
I've been waiting
When will the Prince come to get me
When will he save me from poverty
That
is not you
I understand
For 10 seconds only
Like this
I'm sorry for causing you any trouble
I'm Ok now
Thank you very much