TAIGA DRAMA
Written By: Mitani Koki
Music: Hattori Takayuki
Narrator: Udo Yumiko
Sanada Nobushige: Sakai Masato
Sanada Nobuyuki: Oizumi Yo
Kiri: Nagasawa Masami
Ishida Mitsunari: Yamamoto Koji
Haru: Matsuoka Mayu
Ina: Yoshida Yo
Sasuke: Fujii Takashi
Otani Yoshitsugu: Kataoka Ainosuke
Ideura Masasuke: Terajima Susumu
Katagiri Katsumoto: Kobayashi Takashi
Hirano Nagayasu: Kondo Yoshimasa
Tokugawa Hidetada: Hoshino Gen
Toyotomi Hidetsugu: Niiro Shinya
Chacha: Takeuchi Yuko
Sukezaemon: Matsumoto Koshiro
Toyotomi Hideyoshi: Kohinata Fumiyo
Kaoru: Takahata Atsuko
Nei: Suzuki Kyoka
Honda Masanobu: Kondo Masaomi
Tokugawa Ieyasu: Uchino Seiyo
Sanada Masayuki: Kusakari Masao
Producers: Yoshikawa Kunio Yashiki Yotaro
Translation by MTI
Director: Doi Shohei
Episode 28: Sufferings
With Hiroi's birth,
Regent Hidetsugu lost his sense of belonging.
Feeling cornered,
Hidetsugu abandoned his post which was unprecedented.
I got sick of everything. OSAKA CASTLE
Before I realized it, I was here. OSAKA CASTLE
Shouldn't you apologize to the Taiko? OSAKA CASTLE
He'll behead me on the spot.
Uncle considers me a nuisance.
Then why did you flee?
I don't know.
You're too inconsistent as a Regent.
Be quiet.
Don't tell me to be quiet.
Why did you flee here?
Did you want to hear kind words?
You're annoying.
Yes. People find me annoying wherever I go.
I'll speak my mind even to the Regent.
That is my nature.
I'm saying this because I'm worried about you.
JURAKUTEI
Regent! JURAKUTEI
Let's not give up and search possible places. JURAKUTEI
There will be chaos if the Taiko finds out.
I'm going to Fushimi.
Fushimi?
Sir Otani Gyobu is there.
He should be informed.
FUSHIMI CASTLE CONSTRUCTION SITE
Father. FUSHIMI CASTLE CONSTRUCTION SITE
Father!
I'm thinking of returning the court rank, after all.
I cannot accept it.
Izu-no-kami, let me say something.
As I was saying, Father...
...don't call me that.
Zushu.
- Don't call me that! - Why not? SANADA IZU-NO-KAMI NOBUYUKI (ZUSHU)
I refuse to accept Genjiro's needless compassion.
If you return it, Genjiro will do the same.
Who will be the saddest?
It will be me.
Let me call you Zushu.
What do you say, Zushu?
All right.
You handle the construction of Fushimi Castle, after all.
I can't do that!
There's been no progress as I've no desire to do it.
But this was assigned to you.
Hence, on the surface, I'll pretend to do it.
The arrangements have already been made.
I'll be counting on you.
Keep this a secret.
Brother!
Oh, Genjiro.
Where is Sir Otani Gyobu?
He's left for the day.
Left?
He hasn't been feeling well lately.
Father left this project to me.
Excuse me!
Hey!
My father's been unwell since returning from Joseon. HARU
I didn't know that.
His fever doesn't subside.
He doesn't say anything but he looks awfully tired.
Also...
Don't say needless things.
I was scolded.
It's just a cold.
Come to the back room.
Please excuse me.
That sounds troublesome.
The Taiko will eventually hear of it.
We must find him before that.
I'm thinking of rushing to Osaka.
I have a place in mind.
I'll go to Jurakutei.
I'm sorry to trouble you.
I can't be lying in bed during a time of crisis.
He's arrived.
Awa-no-kami, I've been waiting for you.
The sake will be delivered shortly.
Please enjoy yourself.
I appreciate it.
Have you adjusted to the Sanada customs?
If you have problems, you can come to me.
I can understand your feelings the best.
Thank you.
When you talk to someone, you must look in their eyes.
How many years has it been since you returned to Kyoto?
Weren't you just looking at my nose?
Look at my eyes!
Please pardon me.
I haven't returned since I got married,
so I'd say about...
Oh no, you'll know my age.
I heard your father is a nobleman.
His name is Kikutei Harusue.
Never mind about me.
Have you gone sightseeing in Kyoto?
I can take you around tomorrow.
Ko, you can come, too.
I will accompany you.
I can't wait to go.
I'm relieved to see that you're in a good mood.
I like it in Kyoto, after all.
My refined upbringing.
must have been yearning for Kyoto.
OSAKA CASTLE
Please believe me.
Not once did I think of defying Uncle.
Everyone is worried. Let's return to Kyoto.
The rumors will spread like wildfire.
Regent.
I know you're there.
There you are! HIROI
I'm on this side! HIROI
Please wait, Regent!
Regent!
It's not a good idea to be here.
I can't return to Jurakutei.
Please.
I refuse.
Please.
No.
This is Regent Toyotomi Hidetsugu. KYOTO - SANADA MANSION
Regent, I know you've met many nobles, but...
Meeting nobles is what I mainly do.
My mother is of noble birth.
Is that so, Mother?
Well...yes.
Which noble?
Is it someone I know?
A noble he is, but...
my father is of low rank.
Genzaburo, you shouldn't have brought that up.
Wasn't his name Kikutei?
Kikutei?
Noble Kikutei Harusue.
Kikutei is my wife's family.
Harusue is my in-law.
Is that so?
Does that make you...
my wife's older sister?
There are many similar names.
Must be another Kikutei.
That can't be.
Let's drop this topic.
Mother?
Brother.
Don't tell me...?
Oh, that's right. We have delicious rice-flour cakes.
Oko!
Aren't you being rude?
What are you doing?
Lord Tokugawa ordered me to report every little detail.
That is my duty.
It's a lie that Lady Kaoru is of noble birth.
If your duty is to report the Sanada's internal affairs,
then it is my duty to stop you.
Oko!
Weren't you my husband's previous wife?
Did you think I was unaware?
Whether that is true or not,
I will protect the Sanada Clan.
The Regent is here?
He sends his best regards.
Had I know, I would have come home earlier.
Thank you for your hard work.
It must be rough every day.
Well, yes.
I'm completely exhausted.
The public duties have all been delayed.
I told the administration that he has the flu.
Thank you.
Isn't it about time you reported it to the Taiko?
Please wait a bit on that.
Won't we be punished too?
Just one more day.
If I can't persuade him, then you can report it.
TAKA
Is my father doing well?
As long as he's healthy.
Please give this to my father.
Padre delivered it.
I'll be sure to give it to him.
I've got bad news!
Genjiro!
What is it?
The Taiko wishes to see you.
I'm going to see the Taiko.
Is he angry, after all?
As for abandoning your duties,
you'll receive some kind of punishment.
But you are needed in the Toyotomi Clan.
I'll try to settle it amicably.
You are my only hope.
It's from Princess Taka.
Saemon-no-suke.
When you see Kiri, please tell her...
I've changed my mind about taking her as a concubine.
I'm annulling that.
What do you think?
Look how beautiful this woman is.
She's the mother of the Western god.
Please give it to Kiri.
I met with Naya Sukeza.
Luzon Sukezaemon.
He reaped huge profits by dealing with the West.
He's the top merchant in Sakai.
He brought back unusual items from Luzon again.
It has the smell of Luzon (Philippine).
Now, Saemon-no-suke.
I've found you a bride.
Huh?
Gyobu's daughter.
What was her name again?
Her name is Haru.
I heard you've met her.
I know of her, but why out of the blue?
That's obvious.
I want to keep you near me.
Gyobu is a vassal I rely on.
I couldn't be happier if you'd marry his daughter.
But...
It's not a bad deal for you.
Saemon-no-suke.
I'll be waiting for a favorable reply.
Inform the Taiko about the Regent immediately.
The longer you hide it, the greater his rage will be.
What are you talking about?
If you won't tell him, I will.
How did you hear if it?
I can't tell you.
Never heard of a Regent fleeing.
If word gets out, the Toyotomi's authority will falter.
That is the very reason
I'll report it to the Taiko
a little later.
Let me persuade the Regent.
The fact that it's come to my attention
means the Taiko is also aware of it.
I got it!
There are more here.
Where is he now?
The Sanada mansion in Kyoto.
Bring him here at once! I'll give him a lecture.
The Regent has to protect Hiroi.
Don't corner him so much.
When did I corner him?
Be kind in your lecturing.
Isn't that enough?
Give Magoshichiro a break.
What?
Each person is born with his own abilities.
It just means he's not suited to be Regent.
I don't want to see him suffer by doing unfit work.
But...
Hidekatsu and Hideyasu are both dead.
He's the only one left.
Please tell the Regent how you feel.
It appeared as if the matter would be settled, but...
The Regent isn't here!
What?
Right after I left here, he headed for Mount Koya.
Mount Koya?
The Taiko summoned me,
so he thought he was backed into a corner.
I'm going back to Osaka immediately.
You're to rush to Mount Koya.
MOUNT KOYA
I've come this far by my Uncle's mercy. SEIGANJI TEMPLE
You could call it an interesting life.
However...
if I can be reborn...
I never...
want to be his nephew again.
My suffering is nothing like yours, but...
I too, have been at the mercy of others.
And I've come this far.
My father is far too great.
My grandmother can't seem to hear only my voice.
My first wife has a sickly state that is questionable.
My second wife refuses to open up to me.
And my father-in-law is very scary.
It must have been hard on you.
You are not the only one leading a controlled life.
I'm sorry for saying needless things.
I feel a little better. You may leave now.
Don't worry about me.
I'll stay a bit longer until Genjiro arrives.
When did you receive notice?
I haven't received any notice.
But... I just know it.
You brothers must be close.
Was your court title the Lower Junior Fifth Rank?
Yes.
I heard you're unhappy.
No... That is...
a falsehood.
It all goes back to my silly pride.
It's my useless pride.
Please forget about it.
You won't return the title, will you?
Of course not.
That is one of the few things I did as Regent.
Mount Koya?
He headed there in secret.
But rumors are starting to spread.
After I was planning to settle it quietly.
What do you want me to do?
Say I ordered him to confinement at Mount Koya.
For what reason?
Suspicion of treason.
I'll issue a notice at once.
After a month of confinement,
we'll bring him back, saying the suspicion were unfounded.
Send a messenger to Mount Koya,
and relay that to him.
Will do.
Have you heard about the Regent? KYOTO - TOKUGAWA MANSION
He's been confined to Mount Koya. KYOTO - TOKUGAWA MANSION
It's getting interesting.
Yes, it is.
It is getting interesting. HONDA MASAZUMI
Who did Yahachiro take after? HONDA MASAZUMI
He looks despicable.
I'm sorry I'm late.
There you are.
Sit down.
TOKUGAWA HIDETADA
You know Honda Sado, don't you? TOKUGAWA HIDETADA
Yes, I do.
It has been a long time.
Greet him properly.
Lord, it's all right.
Next to him is Yahachiro.
It's an honor to meet you.
I'm Sado-no-kami's eldest son, Yahachiro Masazumi.
That's enough.
Go.
The fact that we both have an heir...
is something to appreciate.
A messenger will arrive tomorrow morning.
I'm not going to Osaka.
The Toyotomi Clan...
no longer has a place for me.
You should bravely meet the Taiko,
and voice your feelings.
Send the messenger away.
No.
Brother, thank you for escorting the Regent.
I'm his vassal, too.
I got to have a frank talk with him.
What did you two talked about?
It's a secret.
Genjiro, I haven't thanked you yet.
Thanks for getting me the Court title.
I'm sorry for going out of line.
It's good that you did.
If only you had received it, I wouldn't know what I'd do.
I was honored to receive a court title with you.
Same here.
FUKUSHIMA MASANORI
Ichimatsu is here? FUKUSHIMA MASANORI
I heard he's family.
Is Uncle planning to capture me after I let my guard down?
You're reading too deep into it.
I stopped believing in people.
It's becoming a bad habit.
Will you put this away in the large oblong chest?
Certainly.
The Taiko will forgive him after the confinement?
I'll give the details to him.
Magoshichiro is too kind.
I think he did a good job as Regent.
Magoshichiro!
Magoshichiro...
After all that I did for him!
He trampled over my compassion!
I did all that I could for him.
Yes I know.
Yet this is how he repays me.
He's to blame.
Yes, he is.
But...!
He's to blame!
Sakichi, come!
Please wait!
I'll show Magoshiciro how scary I can get when I'm mad.
He's already dead!
We'll say Hidetsugu was ordered to commit hara-kiri,
when his treason came to light.
Very well.
Display his head at Sanjogawara.
Execute his wives and children as well.
They're the rebel's family.
That's expected.
What's with that look?
Nothing.
If you can't do it, I'll do it myself.
I'm not my usual self.
Hideyoshi was furious.
In view of Hidetsugu's head at Sanjogawara,
more than 30 were executed, including his wife,
children, concubines and maids.
I don't understand the Taiko's action this time.
Did he have to go this far?
Jurakutei will soon be demolished.
The Taiko...
plans to erase all memories of Sir Hidetsugu.
I've been dismissed as a mounted guard.
I will resent you for life.
Out of my way, idiot!
Please wait.
This wouldn't have happened if I were serving the Taiko.
Sir Kobayakawa Hidetoshi was stripped of his castle.
You figured it out.
I'm used to mansions with trick doors.
As much as I'd like to save her,
she is Hidetsugu's daughter.
I highly doubt the Taiko will spare her life.
I have a plan.
No maneuvering.
I won't cause you trouble.
Sir Ishida, I just have one request of you.
Magoshichiro...
I wanted to make you a full-fledged man.
I know.
He didn't even confide in me.
He went ahead and committed hara-kiri.
Why are you here?
I humbly accept marriage to Sir Otani Gyobu's daughter.
You'd bring that up now?
I wanted to inform you immediately.
I'll have Mitsunari proceed with it.
I have just one request.
What is it?
I actually...
have someone I had set my heart on marrying.
Oh, really?
I'll take Sir Gyobu's daughter as my legal wife.
But I want the other woman to be my concubine.
That's fine.
Thank you.
Who is that woman?
The daughter of the previous Regent, Toyotomi Hidetsugu.
Her name is Taka.
His wife and children are all dead.
She is the sole survivor.
I found her at Jurakutei.
It must be fate.
No!
Please... allow it!
Do you...really love her?
I plan to live happily ever after with Sir Gyobu's daughter, too.
You're a sly fellow.
If you should ever have a son by Magoshichiro's daughter,
you don't have to kill him,
but you must give him to the temple immediately.
Thank you.
That was a close call.
If I had become your concubine, I would have been executed, too.
What a scary thought.
Sir Hidetsugu was planning to withdraw the concubine offer.
He knew his fate...
...and what would happen to his family once he died.
He didn't want harm to befall you.
He was definitely not a fool.
Another thing, Kiri.
Yes?
Not to add to your grief,
but I'm getting married.
What?
I'm marrying Sir Otani Gyobu's daughter, Haru.
Isn't that awfully sudden?
I have my reasons.
The other one is...
Two? What's up with that?
A concubine.
What?
Sorry to keep you waiting.
This is how it turned out.
How could you!?
Just make her your real concubine.
The Taiko may allow it now,
but who knows when he'll change his mind.
Hence, I am going to ask that person for help.
I'll be on my way.
Luzon Sukezaemon, also known as Naya Sukeza.
He amassed a huge fortune by spreading Sakai trade
to Taiwan and the Philippines.
Thank you for your hard work.
I'm counting on you.
I understand the situation.
Please help us out.
Please put her on a ship to Luzon.
The late Regent's daughter?
Yes.
As for the Regent's death...
I was very sympathetic.
The Taiko's action is autocratic.
Power changes a person.
I've always fought against such unjust actions.
That jar there...
...is the same as what the Taiko paid,10,000 pieces of silver for.
That jar?
You can find them lying on the streets of Luzon port.
It's practically worthless.
I sell these worthless items at a high price to the daimyos.
I bought my trading ship with the profits.
This is my form of battle.
I, Luzon Sukezaemon,
and the guardian deity of the weak.
I will gladly be of help.
The following morning,
a trading ship departs Sakai port and heads for Luzon.
A maiden boards the ship prior to departure, but
only Sukezaemon, the ship's captain, knew her identity.
The shadow of death was encroaching upon Hideyoshi.
END OF EPISODE 28
What should we do?
No one must know the Taiko is in critical condition.
Gracia?
I'm just the errand person.
May I hold your hand?
Certainly.
I must be a woman.
Where did he go?
I don't want to die.
Akita Prefecture Yurihonjo
One can feel the breath of the Sanada family in this land.
Nobushige and the daughter of Otani Yoshitsugu lived here
Those fields was the land of Yukari
Those fields were those of the heir of the Kemda Lord.
I lived in this area.
Myokei-ji was the family temple
The temple Is the person who fields Armor transmitted to have worn
It has been carefully left
The field in front of this well
While throwing the stone that described the sutra.
It was said that many times was the water line.
These fields were transferred to the daughter of Nobushige.
From this area, the legends of the Sanada family was handed down.
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