In 1865, there were major changes in the anti-foreign faction.
The Choshu clan, defeated by a foreign fleet a year earlier, began to support the policy of open Japan.
The Satsuma clan continued to strengthen its ties with great Britain.
The clan deliberately feigned a dislike for foreigners, and at the same time purchased weapons from the British.
The Shogunate was preparing for a decisive battle with the Choshu, in which it intended to use weapons received from France.
Each of the three sides increased its military power. And they all had different goals.
Dorama " Shinsengumi"
Episode 36 Confrontation
Subtitles by Graft
We must learn the attitude of the clans to the Shogunate.
Tomorrow I'm going to the Geisha clan.
You will go to the hido clan.
You're in Tsuwano.
Let me do something, too.
There's no work for you.
Why so rude...
Senba died protecting you.
That's why he was assigned to me!
I'll do what I can. Give me a task.
Operation begins the Shinsengumi!
Grab them!
This Is Tengu!
(Mimawarigumi-a police unit organized by Sasaki Tadasaburo (one of the organizers of Roshingumi and the killer of Kiyokawa Hachiro)) We are from Mimiviridae.
Are you Tengu, ronin of Choshu?
Surrender.
Wait!
It's Okita-kun!
The Shinsengumi will take care of him.
He was caught by the Mimawarigumi.
You're wrong. We chased him, too.
He ran away from you, and we chased him here.
This was already the other day!
You get out at the last minute and want to get all the glory!
I know him...
Don't tell Kondo!
Sateska-San!
And Hijikate!
Guys, go around!
Sateska-San...
March 26, 1865, Kyoto
Cateske?
I'm in shoke.
Why did he stick with Chosh?
I thought he was back in Tama a long time ago.
He probably didn't want to give in to you.
But why Choshu?
He is not a royalist, and has never advocated the speedy expulsion of foreigners.
After all, it was his decision.
Gen-San, why do you keep pouring us tea?
You are no longer a servant in Tama.
You are the commander of one of The Shinsengumi units.
This is a habit.
Well, Gen-San, you keep pouring the tea...
A former servant of the Yaga family does nothing of the sort.
Right, Fusaki-San?
Came Sasaki-San from Mimiviridae.
Our barracks are nearby, so we often come here for lunch.
Sweet helps to restore strength. You didn't know?
No, I didn't.
From the outside, we probably look funny. Usually only children and women eat sweets.
She's very quiet.
She's acting like she's going to die in five minutes.
Poor thing.
When Shinpachi came to buy her out, do you know how she responded?
"I appreciate your feelings, but I can't forget my first love."
Then Shinpachi replied: "I understand everything, but I will not change my decision."
How romantic!
He never goes back on his word, does he?
Why did he fall in love with her so much?
Just between us...
Shinpachi is a romantic by nature.
When she cried in his arms, the fire of love burned in his heart.
As interesting...
They seem like a good couple to me.
I want to find a man like that, too.
How abrupt.
Have you already settled in your new place?
Not quite yet. I apologize for the mess.
Shinsengumi squads are growing before our eyes.
Thanks.
How many people have you got?
Four hundred.
Great! Well, it's not much bigger than my squad.
This is our new member, ito Kashitaro.
My name is ito.
I was a dojo master in Edo, the Hokushin ITTO Ryu school.
The Head Of Mimawarigumi, Sasaki Tadasaburo.
If I'm not mistaken, Sasaki-San...
Are you one of the people who eliminated Kiyokawa Hachiro?
I don't like confirming rumors.
Let's get down to business, okay?
I apologize.
Recent clashes between the Shinsengumi and Mimiviridae. This was the last time a dangerous rebel was able to escape.
Yes, I was told that, too.
We need to establish cooperation.
This is a very important question.
Here, I've sketched something...
I would like to arrange so that the Shinsengumi and Mimiviridae patrolled according to your schedule, without interfering with each other.
Let me take a look.
Your people are more comfortable patrolling the southern areas of Kyoto, near your neighborhood.
On the map, this is the area from Gojo-Dori and below.
Mimiviridae takes over the Northern part of the city's Gojo-Dori.
Don't you think your area is much larger?
That's not very fair.
There are almost four hundred men in our squad.
According to my information, you don't have more than one hundred and thirty.
Shinsengumi - a bunch of ronin. There are even merchants and peasants in your line-up.
And Mimawarigumi consists only of pure-blooded samurai who have received orders from the government to guard Kyoto.
So we have an advantage in both people and influence. I think you understand.
This is only a project.
Think about it at your leisure.
If you'll excuse me, I have to go.
I didn't like him very much from the beginning.
We can't accept his offer.
As you pointed out, Mimavarigumi took a much larger area.
In addition, they get all the key areas around the Nijo Palace and castle.
They can't see these areas. We've been here for two years.
Commander, we cannot accept this project.
There are more and more people in Shinsengumi.
Yes.
I feel proud of Shinsengumi.
But I also remember the days when we first started, the time of Mibu Roshingumi.
There were thirteen of us then.
I am the commander of the Sixth division. Perfectly.
But I feel a little insecure.
After all, Gen-San, you are the oldest.
And I would not like you to take my place and to be commander of the First?
Sure.
Shuhei, aren't you tired?
What training is next on the list?
At eight, Matsubara-Sensei will start practicing Ju-Jutsu.
Then I will attend Takeda-Sensei's lecture on tactics and strategy.
Good luck.
When I was walking around the temple yesterday and came across a secret hall.
Can we go there later?
Don't stick your nose in everywhere.
It is very interesting, there are statues of Buddhist saints... Let's go and see!
Stop being childish, you're not ten years old.
You are the commander of the First unit, behave accordingly.
I just suggested it, that's all.
Treasure?
There are so many interesting things, horror! Let's go and see."
Hijikata-kun, I have a bad feeling.
That is?
This is not true.
Don't forget, I'm practically a member of the Kondo family.
Just because he's from a good family doesn't mean anything.
He may have a great pedigree, but he doesn't have any fighting skills.
It was our mistake to accept him into our ranks.
Our squad is already very large, which is why we have such different characters.
Let's go to that room.
I don't have time.
Everyone changes...
Wooot! Now you look like the heir to Kondo-Sensei!
Interesting...
From the Shinsengumi side, it seems like a single organization... and inside the split.
Don't you agree, Kano-kun?
There is too much internal strife in Shinsengumi.
Nevertheless, Kondo Isami is a worthy man with excellent goals.
You admire him, but there's nothing wrong with that.
Kondo-Sensei always listens to what we say.
But, on the other hand, it is too much considered with the opinion of others.
This is his weakness.
I wonder where the ronin Choshu get their money from.
Can, their supports clan?
How much do they get paid?
I don't know.
But, I think, not particularly decent amounts.
They don't dress well.
Are you all thinking about that dead man?
He is survived by his wife.
What will she live on?
Of course, I don't have to worry about that.
You have a good heart.
Maybe I'll give her some money every month.
Why do you think about things that make you depressed?
Better forget about it.
Think about what it would be like for her to accept money from her husband's killer.
Don't make things worse.
Please come with me.
I'm going to ito-Sensei's lecture.
Okita-San, would you like to come with me?
No, no, I'm getting sleepy with clever reasoning.
Look, it's full of beautiful statues.
Let's go and see."
Later.
Later, later... everyone says that to me.
I'm sorry. Please remind me of this later, okay?
(Ito Kashitaro gives a lecture from classical Chinese strategy) The regiment is divided into three battalions.
In the brigade, the right side is called the "neck" and the left side is called the "tail".
Two or three brigades form an infantry division.
You're late!
I apologize.
First, the strength of the shot depends on the power of the bow.
Second, it depends on the type of arrow.
Why are you looking at me like idiots?
Where are the others?
Should I go get them?
Do not. Hell, I'm furious.
And I sit up all night to prepare a beautiful lecture for them!
I'll call them.
The lecture on military art began.
It's no use to us.
You think?
All this "military art" is outdated.
What the hell is the point of studying archery these days?
Shuhei, don't say all the things you've heard from him.
I won't say.
Apologize to Sensei for us.
I think it's decent.
Don't think too much!
What are you doing?
We have wrestling practice.
What the hell is training? You just beat him up!
It's all right, we just got a little carried away.
Not experience.
Don't worry about Shuhei.
It shows character.
And they mock him. That's low.
He must manage on his own.
If we constantly take care of him, the situation will get worse.
This is a kind of test of maturity.
I'll be back by nightfall.
Be careful.
Should I go with you?
Don't worry, I'm not going alone.
That's it, I'm gone.
Our commander has so many problems...
You seem to have a serious workload, too.
Go.
I came too!
Another matter!
We are the three best of the Shinsengumi!
Go.
I hope that we will not be struck by the thunder of heaven for such self-will.
Do you believe in retribution?
I used to believe in Buddha.
Look at this.
Hell, they look expensive.
Sanosuke-San, aren't you being too rash?
Yes, there are some...
All right, let's get out of here.
Stop shaking.
Okita-San...
I don't even know how to read these characters...
I need your advice.
About ito-Sensei.
What is it?
Okay, I can't say.
Come on.
I'll tell you all about it later.
Hey, over here!
See what a picture!
Hey, be careful!
Stop it!
You don't want to break it, do you?
What did you do?!
I knew it.
Let's get out of here.
They'll find out sooner or later.
Damn, bad. We will have problems
Damn, I didn't mean to!
Some elders want the leaders of the Choshu clan to commit seppuku and the clan to be dissolved.
But the Choshu clan, of course, is not going to simply submit.
I don't want to start another massacre.
I propose to keep the daimyo Choshu alive, but take the province of Suo away from them.
What do you think?
As you say, we must avoid bloodshed in any way.
Can you help me?
Yes?
You will be able to go to Satsuma and to talk with Saigo?
Yes. But why?
The Satsuma clan fears the power of the Choshu, and so they want to launch a preemptive strike.
I think they don't mind a punitive March on Choshu.
If I may...
I believe the Satsuma clan wants the Choshu clan to survive.
What ?
Satsuma is afraid of you, not Choshu.
Me?
At the moment, Kyoto is the center of the state.
And now there is no one more influential than the Aizu clan.
But we are just trying to protect our country.
Satsuma probably has a different opinion.
They want to gain more influence.
They have already partially succeeded - the Choshu clan is defeated.
But the Aizu clan is still much stronger than they are.
And they can't allow the Choshu clan to finally fall, because it will strengthen Aizu's position.
I will find out the true intentions of the Satsuma clan.
You're wrong!
As I was informed, the Satsuma clan had not begun preparations for a campaign against the Choshu.
You're talking nonsense.
The campaign against Choshu is still in question.
We will begin preparations as soon as we receive an official order from the Shogunate.
Aren't you afraid of being late?
Don't assume that the Satsuma clan is run by idiots.
If the order is received in the evening, the army will be ready by morning.
Saigo-Sensei, I would like to say...
I beg.
Some Western clans seem to think it will be their turn after Choshu.
And that's why they don't want to completely defeat Choshu.
Well, well.
This does not apply to the Satsuma clan.
We were never cowards.
Can I believe your words?
The duty of the Satsuma clan is to guard the Imperial Palace.
And that's why we will never forgive the Choshu clan for firing on them.
Rest assured that as soon as necessary, Satsuma will end Choshu for good.
Terada-ya, Fushimi
What a face...
A person who wants great things should look like it.
Why is there so much hair?
Have you been thinking about this now?
There must be a reason why a person needs leg hair.
The main thing for me now is to unite Choshu and Satsuma.
I've heard it a hundred times.
But they don't really like each other...
And what to do with them?
If you don't know, how do I know?
Let's look at an example.
There is a person who is an enemy of your family.
If he wants to spend the night here...
What will you do?
I'll kick him out before he gets in the door.
It won't solve anything.
Yes, it won't.
So why not let him stay?
What does he have to say or do to get you to agree?
It all depends on the price.
Do you really think so?
First of all, I am a business woman.
But you won't be bidding in the open.
If he pays enough, I'll give him a room, even if he killed my parents.
I'll pay you a hundred re.
It won't do!
Two hundred.
Enough.
You're smart!
Three hundred!
Welcome!
You are a great woman.
I helped you?
Would you like to come with me to Tama?
Stand... why would that be?
Katsura-Sensei went home.
And I was identified on the street.
Now I don't need to stay in Kyoto.
Then leave.
But I can't leave without you!
Marry me.
Why should I marry you?
I don't have much money right now, but I can promise you a great life when you get home.
I have to go.
I only came here to have dinner.
I didn't think I'd have to listen to anything stupid.
You are too Intrusive!
I like powerful men.
I will only marry someone who can change the fate of the country.
I will be that person.
When you are, dearie, then come again.
Cheeers!
Oh God...
Is it burning outside the Palace?
No, it's closer.
Strong fire.
The fire started somewhere in Gion.
Then the fire spread to areas Biamonte and Sentence.
Sentence? It's dangerous!
What is it?
Let Yamazaki find out where the epicenter of the fire is and where the flames can spread.
Shimada, gather our people on the banks of the Kamogawa.
Strong fire.
It's not far. Maybe it's time to leave.
It looks like it's burning across the Kamogawa river.
Fire can't get here.
Well, why are you here?
Yamazaki is back.
What is the situation?
The hotel Yorozu-ya, in Northern Gion, was the first to catch fire.
The wind is blowing from North to South, so the fire is approaching the center of Gion.
It's bad.
Fire crews have gathered all their forces, but the fire continues to spread.
Where are people going?
Those that live to the East of Seocheon, took refuge in the temple, Yasaka Shrine.
Those who lived to the West were trapped by the fire, pinning them to the river.
I'm impressed with The Shinsengumi's quick response.
We just started packing.
Perfectly. I have just been informed of the situation. It is also useful for you to learn about it.
We will ensure the safety of the refugees.
Wait!
What ?
We need to discuss everything.
We don't have time for this.
To act effectively, you need information.
While we are dealing with the situation, the fire will flare up even more.
So I'm going. Sorry!
Wait!
You don't have to act on your own.
Are you going to order me around?
If we act separately, the situation will get worse.
Mimawarigumi is an elite unit of direct vassals of the shogun. You can't order us around.
You will obey us.
Do not do anything without our instructions... You are welcome.
I refuse!
We will do what we think is necessary.
Sasaki-sama, we deployed here before you.
Mimiviridae also arrived much later.
You don't want to give up?
You're right. The fact that we were late is a clear mistake.
I will listen to your suggestions.
We must seize control of the bridges as quickly as possible.
There are three bridges.
It is necessary to put a guard there to maintain order among the refugees.
We will assign responsibilities.
The first and Eighth divisions are on the Sanjo bridge. This is Okita and todo.
Obey.
The second and Tenth divisions are on the Shijo bridge. These are Nagakura and Harada.
Obey.
And the Matsubara bridge we can leave on Mimiviridae.
It will be done.
Did you hear?
Tani, your unit - the Seventh-must move to the Yasaka temple.
Clear.
Lead your people to the temple of Kennin-JI.
There are many precious relics. They must be saved.
Obey.
Commanders!
Go ahead!
We can only wait for messages.
Please forgive my rudeness.
Business?
In America, this is called " business."
What is it?
This is what allows hostile parties to unite.
Do you have problems right now?
That is?
Does the Satsuma clan have problems?
No. The Satsuma clan is in a secure position.
I heard something...
What exactly?
Your people haven't had good food lately.
They complained in the taverns themselves.
And this has happened more than once or twice.
Aren't you in a difficult position?
I have heard that there are crop failures and famines in Satsuma province.
Is this why Satsuma is in no hurry to fight Choshu?
Sakamoto-Dono, is that why you wanted to talk to me?
Doesn't the Satsuma clan need rice now?
The Choshu clan can provide it.
Are you a fool?
Fool?
Between Satsuma and Choshu enmity, soon begin fighting.
And Choshu wants to supply Satsuma with rice?
This is nonsense.
This is " business."
Do you personally agree to a truce?
You haven't told me enough.
After all, in" business", each side wants to benefit, right?
You seem to be getting the gist of it.
It was not easy to persuade you.
So what is required in exchange from Satsuma?
Choshu helps you, right?
They want to get something VERY necessary in return.
Weapons?
Well? Aren't you interested?
It's a delusion of some kind.
This is what is interesting in "business".
If Satsuma and Choshu get their hands on each other, they will be able to achieve great things.
And in the end, the Satsuma clan will win.
I'll be the mediator.
It is doubtful that everything will work out.
You won't know until you try.
If everything in life was simple and clear, it would not be interesting to live.
You're a funny man.
Whatever happens, Japan will be engulfed in the flames of change.
If we get burned on it anyway, why not break through it?
The fire is almost out.
The flames didn't spread as quickly as we expected, and people are already returning to their homes.
That's the whole report.
We must prepare for our return.
It's over.
Kondo-San, you were a great leader.
Thank you.
In such a difficult time...
...your people could pull the Shogunate out of the abyss.
I must go, good-bye.