"Spring 2019"
Sakura...
This is my daughter.
I named her Yume, "Dream".
I used to hate that word, dream...
but I named her that because I want her...
...to be like you.
I still remember...
it was our third year
when we had a row and I said
that I never wanted to see you again.
I wonder how I might turn out...
if I had kept my word.
"April 2019...
"..March 2011"
Grandad,
I'll soon be starting my third year at my dream company, Hanamura.
I've got some happy news to share today.
Construction on the bridge to our island will begin this year.
I want to go to Public Works ASAP,
but the bridge won't be finished for a while,
so I'm continuing to work hard in Personnel.
The baby's coming!
What! Now? What should I do?
Stop mucking around and take me to the hospital!
Oh... okay.
Also...
I got hay fever for the first time this year.
My supervisor says it means I've become a Tokyoite,
but what do you think?
Can you manage?
In...out...
Inhale... exhale...
Excuse me...
Is there anything I can do to help?
It's okay.
- Let's go. - I'm sorry but...
"Adult DVDs"
are these yours?
Recycling rubbish day is tomorrow so please put it out then.
Do you mind...
I didn't want her to know!
What's this?
Adult videos! How could you!
Now that the baby's coming I'm throwing them away!
Wait...
You scum!
Good.
Very good.
Hey guys, let's go take a picture, okay?
Okay.
Let's get together, come on!
Wow, wow.
- Hello? - I'm sorry but...
this is a historically significant work of art by Robert Indiana,
so please don't climb on it.
Oh sorry.
Let's leave cause we can't play here.
Thank you very much.
"Our Dearest Sakura"
This is bad.
This is very bad.
Good morning.
Geez, Ms Kitano. Taking photos again!
- Do you want to see? - No.
Your colleague from Public Affairs is here.
This is good.
Thank you very much.
What is it, Miss Yuri?
I'm in charge of next year's recruitment materials
so I'm making the rounds to lay the ground work.
Ms Tsukimura is famous for her brains and beauty.
Miss Public Affairs, that's what they're saying.
Please stop it.
I've heard you're also very considerate.
Not at all.
She doesn't cause problems by always speaking her mind either.
Are you referring to me?
I'm sorry she's like this, but please don't abandon her.
Her honesty is her virtue.
Still looking out for your colleagues, I see.
You must be happy to have such a good friend.
Yes.
As you're in charge of HR,
accompany her to interview the third year employees, would you?
Excuse me, but why third year?
It's because they've settled in but can still relate to graduates.
Here, use this from last year for your reference.
"Public Works" "Architecture”
What now... another complaint?
Is this brochure even necessary?
If we build good buildings, talented people will naturally be attracted.
Are you trying to make more trouble?
The world's not full of people
who like architecture or have clear goals like you, you know.
There will be many graduates who will be attracted
by reading those interviews about our company.
For people like that,
it's important to promote the fact that we have many talented staff
and a healthy work environment conducive to good work.
I understand. I see now.
I see you still won't follow orders until you're totally convinced.
"Doors are closing" Right.
You're the same, aren't you?
How could there be anyone else like you?
Is that so?
Even if orders seem strange,
most people just get on with it because it's their job.
To me, a job is...
I don't want to hear you goon and on.
So don't ruffle feathers while you're working with me.
None of that either!
Good morning.
What are you working on now?
I was chosen to work by the Bayside area development project team
so I'm hard at it every day to meet the company's expectations.
As you know,
it's unheard of for a third year recruit like me to be chosen
for such a big project.
You have no rival, Aoi.
No, no, you're too kind.
Why do you think you were entrusted with such a big project?
Well...
that's because...
I received a lot of valuable advice from my seniors
and learned a great deal.
The Urban Development staff are all good, talented people so
I feel incredibly lucky to be here.
Aoi...
don't get carried away.
It's all true, sir.
I really think so.
Alright then.
Something wrong?
You sound like a typical salaryman...
nothing but hubris and flattery.
Suit yourself.
Being considerate to others is a quality of a good CEO.
- Miss Yuri, shall we move on? - Huh!
Yes, let's go.
Don't you want to hear any more?
I have lots more. How about a photo?
Did you get my good side?
"Design Department"
From their third year, staff can work towards becoming
first class certified architects, so after work, I attend night classes.
I see.
Perseverance will win in the end, Rentaro.
Can't you smile a bit for your photo?
I'm not photogenic at all.
So look up and stop hunching your shoulders.
Come on! Set a good example.
Even your fellow third years are on your case.
He's not very friendly and always seems glum.
Will you tell him he'll never be a designer with his attitude?
Yes, of course. We'll tell him.
I still have a long way to go.
However, I'm learning a lot and I am trying to cultivate more passion.
You seem happy about something.
What has changed?
Well, that's...
The cruel boss you had has moved on.
No, that's not it at all.
A colleague of mine has firm convictions so...
when I see her, it gives me courage somehow.
It gives me strength to keep searching for my true calling.
A 1,000 mile journey starts with a single step, so don't give up.
Hmm, thanks.
Are you two dating?
Of course not!
- Right? - That's right.
We're not dating. We're friends.
Ah... friends.
That should do it.
- We got everybody, right? - Yes.
Please email me the photos.
Sure.
Thanks.
I'm exhausted.
You startled me. What is it?
Don't you think you should be interviewed too?
Huh? Forget it.
You have a good reputation and I want to hear your thoughts.
Just forget it, will you?
You should stop refusing and just do it?
But sir...
is it appropriate for Public Affairs staff to be interviewed?
That's irrelevant.
You are Miss Public Affairs...
no, Miss Hanamura Construction, after all.
Please stop that, sir.
Ah, I see.
Would you tell me about your work?
Well...
With the support of my superiors, my days are very fulfilling.
After working here for three years,
I've come to understand that Public Affairs is a bridge
connecting the company with the hearts of the public.
The whole company works hard to create buildings that
please not only customers but the general public too.
Doing what I do in Public Affairs,
I've come to think I've found my calling in life.
That was very good.
- What was? - Your comments.
You think of Public Affairs as your calling.
That was just lip service for the brochure.
It's not my calling... I feel more like calling it quits.
Sorry, but why is that?
No matter how you look at it, construction is a man's world.
I don't have any real responsibility.
What's more...
it's clear to me the company doesn't want women to stay forever.
In two or three years,
I hope to get married and leave.
"How about tonight for that dinner I promised you?"
Geez, what a pain!
What is it?
He's a director from an auto assembler.
Ever since Sales asked me to entertain him,
he's been trying to ask me out.
He's an important customer so I can't refuse.
Then, why don't you consult your boss?
I already did.
He told me to act appropriately and be nice to him.
My boss acts nice but he's a misogynist underneath it all.
In that case, shall I telephone him?
There's no reason for you to meet privately.
Absolutely not.
Then what will you do?
Why don't you join me?
He won't get any idea if two of us go.
Then we can just go home after we eat.
I was planning to take pictures of buildings in Odaiba tonight.
You can do that any time.
Please,
think of it as helping a workmate.
"Kate Spade”
Excuse me, why do we have to come here?
This is all I have.
You're joking!
You've been wearing that for three years?
It's fine.
I wash it on days off and press it under my futon.
What?
Who still does that?
How's this?
Impossible.
It's more than my rent.
Don't worry.
I'll get it for you.
Can you afford that much?
Not at all.
I've got a family card.
"ABELIA EXPRESS"
Please hold this.
This way please.
Sorry.
Are you alright?
It's my first time wearing clothes like this.
Thanks for your custom,
I'm very proud to have you here.
- Today may I... - He's here.
Please follow my lead and don't say anything uncalled for.
I understand.
Sorry to keep you waiting.
I've been waiting for you, Yuri.
Umm, who is...
This is my colleague.
She's a huge fan of your company so when she found out
about our dinner plan, she wanted desperately to meet you. Is it okay?
Ah... of course.
I'm sorry to impose.
I'm Yuri's colleague, Sakura.
Sakura Kitano.
"Seku Automobile Co Ltd"
This is the most delicious thing I've ever had.
What exactly is this?
Please forgive her. She was raised in the sticks.
How's work, Yuri?
After three years. I'm sure you have some gripes.
No, not at all except...
It'd be nice if it was a little more female-friendly.
The toilets on job sites are filthy.
Then, we have to share change rooms with men
with barely more than a thin partition between us.
What are you doing?
I'll make a report in hope something can be done about job sites.
I'm impressed by the passion both of you show for your work.
That's not true.
At my company,
I've been saying consistently we need to create an environment
that's more friendly for women.
Really? That's wonderful, director.
I'm the friend of all hard-working women.
Thank you very much.
Excuse me for a moment, I need to use the washroom.
OK.
Take this.
What's this for?
For a taxi.
It's alright.
I walk home.
You don't get it.
I want to talk to Yuri alone.
You may not have noticed but...
she's interested in me, romantically.
I wonder.
Hanamura and I go back a long way.
So if you ask me to, I can put in a good word for you.
You're diligent and passionate
and should be working in your dream post.
You said that you aspire to be in Public Works.
Something wrong?
Huh? Where did he go?
He went home.
Huh? Why?
He said he wanted to be alone with you but I refused.
There seems to be a misunderstanding
so I told him how you honestly felt.
Wait, what did you say to him?
That you don't have any feelings for him and to please
refrain from making further advances.
The fact he's a client doesn't give him the right
to take advantage of women in a weak position.
You're joking!
What if he gets angry and complains to my boss?
My only thought was to help you.
If this causes problems at the office,
I'll say it all happened without my knowledge.
Unbelievable!
I'm exhausted.
Not again.
Oh, hey, hey!
You're late, Yuri. We were getting worried.
Welcome home!
- I'm back. - Hey, Yuri.
Would you pour everyone's glass?
Huh?
Papa, Yuri's tired from work.
I'll do it, okay?
They're like a pair of doves!
Here you go.
Sir! It's your favourite!
"Our Dearest Sakura" Alright!
Let's go!
You and I...
Why I am surrounded by...
imbeciles.
Sakura...
"From Hitoshi Arimori..."
"I've been texting but there's no reply so I'm worried."
Such a pain...
"Incoming call Hitoshi Arimori"
Ah, sorry.
I've been entertaining silly clients again.
Next week is fine.
"11 March”
"Hanamura Construction”
I'm back.
Ms Kitano, what have you done this time?
Why do you ask?
The manager from Public Affairs is here and he's furious.
Kitano, what have you done?
I'm hearing you were rude to an important client?
What am I going to do?
The client was just about ready to sign off on their new facility
but they've changed their mind.
Couldn't you behave for once?
I wanted to protect my colleague from sexual harassment.
She's never said anything like that.
He only invited you to dinner and held your hand, right?
Well, yes.
She's used to things like that.
Everything was under control... correct?
Yes, that's right.
I understand.
I'll go and apologise.
No, no, no... that would be like adding fuel to fire.
Well, what should I do?
How about first apologizing to Mr Ashida and to her?
I understand.
I'm very so...
It's a big one!
Get under your desks!
"Personnel”
Is everyone alright?
- Yes. - Yes.
I'll see if the CEO has any order for us.
You stay here.
Okay.
Let's collect reports.
Also, we should check if anyone is injured.
Mr Ashida...
We have to deal with the media.
You're right.
Hello...
this is Kitano from Personnel.
Sakura, we're checking for damage
and reports of injuries at our construction sites.
How are you?
We've lost data from our office in north-eastern Japan
SO We are preparing countermeasures.
What should we do?
It's times like this general contractors need a proper response.
We all need to learn from this.
"Hanamura Construction”
"Emergency kits inside"
I've bought emergency kits.
Oh, divvy them up and distribute around the office.
- Yes. - Yes.
I'm sorry Mr Kurokawa, but may I leave early?
I can't reach my daughter's creche and I'm worried.
Oh, of course.
Thank you.
I'm sorry, everyone.
I have to go. Sorry.
Take care.
Female staff should go home.
Your families will be worried.
Yes.
Kitano...
you too.
Why do you do that?
Why should only female staff go?
I live alone so there's no one waiting for me.
So I want to stay and help.
Look here...
it's dangerous for you to go home alone late at night
and it makes it difficult for others to leave if you stay.
Okay?
The earthquake has paralyzed the Tokyo transport network.
Welcome.
All rail services have been suspended...
Did you suffer any damage?
...for now.
Just a few broken plates.
I know it's a bad time but can you make me liver with garlic chives?
If that's what you want.
Thank you.
A great number of people have been stranded for a long time.
There are long queues at bus terminals and taxi stops.
Miss Yuri, are you okay?
The trains aren't running so I can't get home.
I can't get a taxi either.
Do you want to stay with me?
It's not far.
You wanted to stay and help but were refused?
I pleaded but to no avail.
What did I tell you?
The company thinks women should only work in supporting roles.
Is that so?
I'm okay with it.
It means more free time for us.
How much farther is it?
About another 45 minutes.
You said it wasn't far.
I take photos on the way so the time always goes quickly.
What now?
Amazing...
Magnitude five and still standing.
Come in.
I'm wiped out.
Jeez.
Please sit anywhere.
I'll make us some tea.
This is bad.
This is very bad.
Huh, what?
"Are you alright?" I forgot to call Grandad.
"Sorry not to call..."
You use a fax machine in this day and age?
Grandad hates email.
So why not just call him?
Grandad's hard of hearing.
Besides...
it's hard to hang up on your loved ones.
Then after hanging up, you feel lonely.
"Are you alright?"
You're the same, aren't you?
You wouldn't know this was a girl's room.
There's nothing but work stuff everywhere.
I'm only in my third year and don't have time for anything else.
You're the same, aren't you?
It's only been two years but this seems so nostalgic.
Yes, it does.
The bridge to your island is Misaki Island Bridge, right?
Does it have the go-ahead?
Yes.
When it's finished...
please come and visit me.
Everyone there is kind.
You can see turtles laying eggs.
Then of course...
I'd like you to try Grandad's home-made croquettes.
They're truly delicious.
Yeah sure except...
aren't you concerned it'll be too late for you to get involved?
There's still time before it's completed
and I believe if I work hard in Personnel,
I'll be certain to get transferred.
I wonder.
You won't get there if you keep going the way you are.
Why is that?
Only those who follow orders and suck up to their bosses
get promoted.
Those who speak their minds
and can't follow orders get pushed aside.
Anybody who questions gets hammered down.
Why should that be if you work hard and contribute to the company?
Do as you please.
You were busting to join Hanamura anyway.
You're the same, weren't you?
I wasn't too fussed either way.
Back then, I was just happy to take the offer from the best company.
Then after joining, I began thinking if there isn't somewhere better...
somewhere more suitable for me.
I didn't realise that at all.
You're always smiling and working diligently.
That's all just a put-on.
If I could, I would love to say
what I want and look sullen all day.
But if I did that, I don't know what I might say.
So I just smile and bite my tongue.
Except when we were in training...
you gave me a piece of your mind.
There's not a single person in the world like you!
That was because...
you say the strangest things.
However...
I was grateful to you.
It was a shock at first...
but it was the first time
anyone told me what people thought about me.
So...
I think it'd be okay for you...
to be yourself.
I never even told my parents how I truly feel.
Dad became a millionaire overnight and met my mum at a club in Ginza.
When I was young, I was so embarrassed to be
the child of such vulgar parents.
I always wondered if there were...
wonderful parents who would come to get me someday.
"From: Mum - Yuri, are you alright? Dad's terribly worried"
"From: Dad - Are you still at work? Shall we come to get you?"
"It's alright. I'm staying with a friend. Thanks"
"Huge earthquake hits Eastern Japan”
"Sorry for contacting you late. I'm safe."
Grandpa!
It's great Sakura's okay, isn't it?
If something had happened to her, I'm not sure if you could go on.
In any case...
you can't blame yourself.
It's not your fault your son's family died.
Grandpa! It's another fax!
Grandad,
Personnel is very busy in the aftermath of the earthquake.
Not only are we checking if every employee is safe,
we're also checking all workers on construction sites too.
We get food, blankets and portable toilets and ship them
to people in north-eastern Japan.
Okay.
And not only goods, many employees have been dispatched to
branch offices in north-eastern Japan to offer help.
Okay then, see you.
One of my fellow colleagues also left for Sendai today.
"A few days later"
Thank you very much.
Everyone's confirmed.
Thanks.
Sir,
we've confirmed everyone's safe.
I see.
Well, we can all relax a little bit now.
Yes.
Good.
Everyone,
we'll go back to normal duties now.
Yes.
Kitano...
About the client you angered the other day...
they're still pestering me so I may have to punish you.
Sir, that won't entail firing her, will it?
That's a good question.
By the way, go to Public Affairs and
see if the draft of the pamphlet for new recruits is ready.
I understand.
"Design, Sales, Public Affairs"
Your colleague is pretty and interviews well too.
I thought so too.
Except, this needs replacing.
Why?
It seems she's leaving to get married.
Miss Yuri...
You startled me. What is it?
A person in Public Affairs told me you might be here.
Whatever. Why are you standing there like that?
Well, that is...
You're afraid of heights?
Yes... but that's not important.
Is it true you're to be married?
Yeah.
Why?
My boyfriend proposed.
Following the earthquake,
he said he realised how much being with me means to him.
But...
you don't have to resign, do you?
I told you before,
I feel I don't really belong here.
Even if I stay and do good work,
I don't feel valued or gain any job satisfaction.
I'm tired of pretending to be a pretty face for sales.
But...
will marrying make you happy?
Well, he's a doctor so we'll never be short of money.
We'll make a nice family if we have children.
Yuri, is that your dream?
If it's not...
then I'd prefer for you to stay.
I want to work with you more.
I have a dream.
Build a bridge to my island home.
I have a dream.
To make friends who last a lifetime.
I have a dream.
- One of-- - Enough!
Will you stop reciting that like an idiot?
I told you before.
I'm not your friend.
Shut up about your dreams!
Do you think having dreams makes you special?
You think you need dreams to live?
What's the deal with building a bridge?
What are friends that last a lifetime?
Your young ideals make me sick.
The fact is...
you're convinced you're right.
That's why you say whatever to whoever and whenever you want.
When actually...
it's you who's wrong.
You're weird!
You're like a little robin pooping on everyone's head.
What did your grandfather do to raise you like this!
You do realise that you'll never be in the winner's circle, don't you?
It's about time you stopped dreaming and...
opened your eyes to reality.
Everything you're doing is a complete waste.
And the bridge to your island will never be built either!
You don't belong here, either.
So pack your bags and go home.
Hag!
Huh?
Hag!
- Hag, hag, hag... - Who...
- are you talking to? - Hag...
Who's the one avoiding reality
when all you've done is criticize me and say you don't feel you belong.
What are you yakking about?
I'm telling you that no matter where you go, you won't be happy.
You'll get married and pretend to be a good wife,
but you'll still complain
that you're not happy with that either!
Watch your mouth!
And quit that dialect!
Grandad always says,
flowers won't grow
if you don't plant seeds.
If you don't plant any seeds of happiness,
you'll never be happy!
It's the same with work.
Always saying women are never put in charge of meaningful work,
that's because you make no effort!
If you find it hard,
then make it a better place for women to work yourself!
Stop pretending to be happy.
It's better to be yourself.
If you have to vent, and if you can't tell others,
then vent at me!
If you keep going, you'll only become the queen of hags...
Ow, ow, ow...
what are you doing!
Look here, you and I come from different worlds.
I can't stand being anywhere near you, you peasant.
So...
don't ever show your face to me again.
Grandad,
I had my first big argument with one of my colleagues today.
I was told I'm wasting my time,
that the bridge will never be built.
It made me so angry I couldn't help myself.
I would like to make amends,
but she told me to stay away.
"Grandad, I had my first big argument..."
I miss your croquettes.
"Receiving"
"You met a good person”
"Only a true friend is brutally honest"
"Don't let her go"
"Hanamura Construction”
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Unfortunately, Miss Tsukimura will be leaving us to get married.
Please say something.
Thank you, everyone.
I hope to use my experiences here
to help me be a good wife and mother.
Excuse me.
Huh? You again?
What do you want?
Is everyone here happy to let this talented person leave?
As her mentor, shouldn't you tell her she'll never be happy
leaving to get married.
What are you saying?
She's choosing the easy road
and will go on living the same as before.
When actually, she's afraid that every day from now
is going to be the same.
Miss Tsukimura, is that true?
No, not at all.
She's lost her marbles.
Sorry, please excuse us.
When will you mind your own business!
I'm sorry.
It was something my grandad said.
He said not to let you go.
Because you are...
a true friend to me.
How's that?
You were...
brutally honest with me.
You don't pretend around me.
Isn't it because...
you're my true friend?
I like you not because
you're pretty...
but because you speak the truth
and because I can trust you.
Having someone like you as a friend...
gives me a lot of strength.
No matter what happens...
I'll always be your friend.
So...
won't you please be my friend?
Who in their right mind...
Oh, congratulations.
The first from our year to resign.
Is that a complaint?
Women have it good.
When the going gets hard, you just have to marry.
Now you can raise rug rats and write happy blogs
with all other pretentious mothers.
That's not a bad life for you.
I hate lilies... the perfume stinks.
What?
I love you...
Huh?
I mean, I liked you from the first time we met.
Sorry I didn't tell you because I knew you'd turn me down.
Anyway, I hope you'll be happy.
I'll miss not seeing you around.
You must be joking.
Thanks for everything...
congratulations.
Thanks.
I'm friends with Sakura.
As long as I have her,
no matter how hard it gets,
she'll keep me on the straight and narrow.
So what? Are you telling me to be her friend too?
If you can.
If you do...
you and I would become friends too.
Whatever.
What is it with everyone?
Wait a minute!
You're persistent.
Another gripe?
I'm sorry...
I forgot one important thing.
What?
Please return your ID card.
It's the job of Personnel.
Thank you.
Is that all? I'm busy and have to go to my dress fitting.
There's one more thing.
What?
Will you take one last photo with me?
Why should 1?
I'm not your friend.
Then please...
make...
good friends for yourself.
"Hanamura Construction”
Please meet nice workmates.
I'll do my best to make good friends like you.
Please do that for me.
Why...
Why can't I leave?
Why am I crying?
I've had it with you!
What are good friends?
What are good workmates?
Because of you,
I have to apologise to my fiancé,
and beg the company to...
give me my job back.
"Notice of Resignation”
Why do you have that?
Sorry.
Justin case you changed your mind,
I asked my boss if I could hold onto it.
You can do that?
Yes.
I'm in Personnel.
Are you crazy?
Sorry.
It's okay.
It's just like you, Sakura.
What's the matter?
It's...
the first time...
you called me Sakura.
Really?
Thank you very much...
Miss Yuri.
Just Yuri.
Drop the "Miss".
Just Yuri is fine.
Wow...
Thank you.
I'm so happy to be your friend...
Yuri.
Alright, let's take that photo.
Really?
We're friends, aren't we?
Say "colleagues”.
If at that time,
I didn't turn back...
I'd probably still...
be searching for happiness.
It's actually frightening.
From our perspective...
you were like a beacon...
or the North Star...
from the beginning.
"Sakura Kitano"
If you're in there somewhere,
I wish I could rescue you.
I don't know what I should do.
"Only a true friend is brutally honest"
Grandad,
thanks for your fax.
Thanks to you, I made a true friend.
I want you to meet her.
Yuri, what are you doing?
"Abelia Express"
Mum, Dad,
it's a new me!
This is bad.
This is very bad.
Sorry I'm late.
Hey, Kitano.
I heard from Public Affairs that
your colleague canceled her wedding and is working like a maniac.
Is that right?
I hear it's all due to you. They are very pleased.
Well done.
Thank you very much.
I'm sending you to work in Company Archives for a while.
You haven't forgotten about the client you angered, have you?
Keep in mind it's also important
to know the company's history and track record.
Think of it as learning that will last you a lifetime,
so do your best.
I'll bring you back after this storm blows over.
I understand.
"Company Archives"
Good morning.
I appreciate you having me.
I'm Sakura Kitano.
This is really bad.
I'm going to kill him.
He failed his architects exam again.
I'm worried.
I have a dream.
Stop it!
It'll cost you more than just your job.
Ouch!
"This drama is fictional"