Samurai Detective Onihei: Dangerous Mercy (2024) Movie Script
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SAMURAI DETECTIVE ONIHEI
DANGEROUS MERCY
- Yes, this too.
- I'd like the sagemon. JUZO, THE GOOD-FOR-NOTHING
Sure.
Suke.
The day has been decided.
It's always a pleasure, ani.
[Aniki: Non-blood brother]
Ofuji.
Coming.
Take this.
Ah, Umekichi!
We are grateful for your kindness.
Take it. It's yours.
- Is that alright?
- Yes, right?
Yes.
KOMAMONOYA
WE WILL DO ION THE SEVENTH DAY OF THE NEXT MONTH
ONE MONTH LATER
KOMAMONOYA [Variety store]
Is he dead?
Did you
kill him?
This man is Sukejiro,
and you are his wife Ofuji, right?
Eh?
Let me introduce myself. I'm from the Hitsuke-tozoku-a
rat a me-kata. [Special division of the police]
- A yakunin
- Be honest. [Yakunin: Government official]
Why did you kill your husband?
I don't want the child inside you.
Will you leave me for another woman?
You really annoy me!
Stop the nonsense.
I can't take it anymore!
Actually,
- I'm not the right person for you.
- Are you going to get rid of this child?
You're right.
Umekichi will come for me very soon.
I'll tell him to take you.
After that, do as you please.
You truly are a stubborn woman.
That's why you killed him?
I won't survive.
Neither will the child.
Not without my husband.
It would be better if we all died.
But
This child is strong.
As much as it hurts, it's inevitable.
You can't take a baby's life.
Your husband
was a drunk who mistreated you.
Even so,
you became very dependent on him.
I've been watching you all this time.
You
Did you really not know
what your husband was doing?
Sukejiro was part
of Yahei's Notsuchi criminal gang.
Eh?
You see,
he was a highly wanted man.
It's likely
that he used you as an alibi.
You were a fake wife.
He told you
he was going out with a friend, but
they actually planned
to commit a major robbery.
Just like Juzo said,
the gang of thugs
sprang into action shortly thereafter.
YAKUSHUDOYA [Pharmacy]
Wait!
Don't do it!
Shut up. Shut your mouth!
Keep quiet and pretend to be dead!
Stop making noise!
We're done.
Hey!
Don't talk!
Kumehachi,
control yourself with women.
Have as much fun as you want,
but after work.
Sure.
Boss,
there's no one left alive.
HITSUKE-TOZOKU-ARATAME-KATA
- Sajima.
- Yes.
We believe this robbery
was the work of Notsuchi of Yahei.
We followed the trail of Sukejiro,
owner of a komamonoya.
We believe he is part of the gang.
Is there evidence
to support that conjecture?
Until recently, it was only a rumor.
To verify,
Juzo set up surveillance.
Tell me, Juzo,
did the suspect Sukejiro
engage in any abnormal activity?
Yes.
Well
To tell the truth,
I lost track of him.
What?
- You lost track of him?
- Yes.
I'm very sorry!
Hey, what do you mean by that?
You knew his komamonoya
was in Shintorigo, didn't you?
You see,
he wasn't there.
And his wife?
You said he was married.
Sure.
She
disappeared too.
His wife?
Did they run away together?
So it seems.
And who's left at that place?
No one.
It's empty.
Since when?
Almost half a month.
- Why didn't you report immediately?
- I apologize!
The mere fact of their absence
is very suspicious.
- Mr. Juzo, why didn't you say so sooner?
- I didn't know what to do.
I searched for them desperately.
He was ashamed
for losing track of his target.
You were only worried
about your reputation!
Did anything strange happen
since they left?
Eh, everything seemed in order.
It means he really got nothing
from his investigation.
He had his prey right in front of him.
Maybe you got distracted again, Mr. Juzo?
Everyone, calm down!
Juzo,
are you certain
you're unaware of their whereabouts?
I'm sorry, but that's correct.
Understood.
In that case, hurry up and locate them,
and the rest
of the criminal organization.
- Yes, sir!
- Yes, sir!
Ah, Mr. Juzo,
I apologize for the way I spoke to you.
- I went too far.
- No, don't worry.
You were right, Chugo.
I offer my help in the case.
Please describe to me Sukejiro's wife,
please.
If she married a thief,
is she a bad woman?
In that case, does she have
an unpleasant appearance?
I don't know much about her.
I don't remember her face.
Sorry.
Can't you even remember
the name of the wife?
What have you been doing?
There is no doubt that Juzo
is a very strange man.
Don't you think
that Juzo has changed lately?
Changed?
In what sense?
Even if he didn't know
whether Sukejiro was a thief,
it's strange
he didn't investigate the wife.
Juzo has been a doshin for a long time.
[Doshin: Low-ranking officer]
To be honest,
he was never a very skilled member.
Juzo, the good-for-nothing.
I suppose that's one way to put it.
Who would win if they competed in making
usagi-manjus? [Rabbit-shaped sweets]
- Madam!
- It would be an excellent test.
So, what is Juzo doing right now?
Yes, he went off who knows where.
Ah! Well
Mr. Ono.
Don't worry.
Mr. Ono!
How are you?
Thanks to you, my girl grows up healthy.
Ofuji.
The Notsuchi gang
pulled off a big heist recently.
What?
The Hitsuke-tozoku-a rat a me-kata
is looking for you and Sukejiro.
It appears,
my husband indeed was a criminal.
If he were still alive,
he'd be with them right now.
But don't worry.
I don't think they'll find Sukejiro.
Moreover,
they won't discover you either.
Please.
Delicious!
What is it?
Because of this,
I won't be able to see you anymore?
Don't say that.
This house belongs
to one of my relatives.
You know?
I'm just like you.
Mr. Ono!
I beg your forgiveness!
How should I apologize?
There's no need.
Just stay strong for your baby.
You had no choice.
Your husband was evil.
Mr. Ono
I'm scared.
What will happen now?
- I'm scared!
- Calm down.
There is nothing to fear.
You mentioned you have no family, right?
That's correct.
I lost my mother when I was little.
And my father, at 17.
I was hired as a maid in the komamonoya.
With the help of the previous owner,
I married Sukejiro.
I have no one left.
All I have left
Is you.
I have a request.
What is it?
A name.
I want to give this girl a name.
A name?
Haven't you decided yet?
You're the only one who visits us.
No matter what happens
Please stay by our side.
Mr. Ono
Ofuji.
Ofuji
Mr. Ono
Heizo Hasegawa
was patrolling the city
when he came across
the spy Omasa.
KOMAMONOYA
KOMAMONOYA
I need to ask you something.
Tell me.
There's something odd
happening inside the Kato-a rat a me.
Is it about the thieves?
Yes.
I'm concerned about doshin Juzo Ono.
I'm back.
Welcome home.
How is Oyumi?
You told me
she caught a cold this morning.
Yes.
But she's better now.
Mother
Oyumi,
you should rest.
Please.
Delicious.
I have no one left.
All I have left
Is you.
Dear,
I heard that you borrowed 15 ryos
from my house, right?
I thought you wanted to keep it a secret.
- No, you see
- Could it be
you spend that money on women?
What do you mean?
I needed it for my work.
I ran into a woman who might
be a thief's wife.
Sorry for hiding
- the loan from you.
- And don't you feel guilty?
What did you do with the jisankin
you received when we got married? [Jisankin:
Payment to the groom for getting married]
Did you already forget
that guilt?
A doshin doesn't earn enough.
I didn't know you were so cynical.
- Oiso!
- If you have no shame,
why don't you hit me as well?
Come on.
Hit me back.
Hit me back!
Shameless!
Hit me back!
Wait, Okyo!
- Hurry up, hurry up!
- I got it.
RESTING PLACE
Keep quiet and pretend to be dead.
Excuse me
Aren't you the young man
who was with Tonbei of Chigashira?
Ah
You're boss Minohi.
I suppose you can call me that.
Did you actually remember my face?
How could a foolish villain
forget another's face?
It would be a serious oversight.
Tell me one thing,
- do you live here, in Edo?
- Yes.
So,
who are you working for now?
I can tell
just by looking into your eyes.
At the moment,
I obey boss Notsuchi of Yahei.
I see.
So you're with him.
I guess the other day,
when a gang broke into a yakushudoya
Was that you?
Correct.
So you're a thief
From Edo.
You fell from grace.
If Tonbei of Chigashira heard about this,
he would cry his heart out.
Don't you think?
I was expelled
a long time ago.
Boss Minohi, do you
- still?
- No.
At this age,
I'm in love with money,
but it's impossible
for me to take it to the grave.
Boss, with your permission,
I'll take my leave.
Don't worry.
Ah, thank you, take care.
Eh? Could it be
a friend of his?
- Do you know that old man?
- No.
Just some elder from around here.
Come on, let's go drink.
What is that?
My favorite toy.
Did you see Umekichi?
Yes, around Yanagijima, at Miokendo.
Miokendo?
I told you not to go too far!
- I wanted to do the miyamari.
- Miyamari? [A child's first visit to a temple]
Everyone is looking for you.
Why would you take such a risk?
I'm sorry.
But it's alright.
I just wanted to see you.
I thought I could find you if I went out.
Ofuji
Excuse me! I'm very sorry!
I understand.
However,
next time, don't go alone.
Mr. Ono.
So,
this Umekichi
is the one Sukejiro called "ani"?
Yes.
He's the owner of Ogawaya,
a tea shop in Kandashohei.
Sukejiro said
Umekichi would pick him up that night.
Was Umekichi alone?
No, he was with someone.
They entered the hat ago Kodomaya, near the Kameido
Teijin Temple. [Hatago: A lodging at a rest station]
They might stay
there all day.
Ofuji, could you guide me there?
- Does that mean I'll be of help?
- Yes, I think so
No, you'll definitely help me.
That makes me very happy!
Tell me what you know about those two.
Alright.
HATAGO
What is it?
I think someone is following us.
- We should split up.
- Yes.
- Chase him!
- Mr. Juzo, run!
Stop!
Out of the way!
Stop!
You won't escape, Umekichi!
- Your skill is impressive, Mr. Juzo.
- Why are you here?
- The boss asked me to watch this hat ago.
- The boss?
- Mr. Juzo!
- Chugo!
Juzo!
- I
- Help!
This is bad.
That was a great catch, Chugo.
Yes!
- Mock me as much as you want.
- Oh, are you upset?
It's your fault the other one got away.
Doesn't that bother you?
I'm very sorry.
Well, the fugitive
is Umekichi Ogawaya, right?
Yes.
Chief, how did you know
Umekichi was there?
How did you know?
Well, doesn't matter.
In any case, thank you, Juzo.
Finally, we have a lead on that gang.
Let's see,
what is the identity
of the man we arrested?
Chief,
the detainee's name is Kumehachi,
but that's all he said.
I see.
It seems this thief is a tough cookie.
Confess!
You villain!
You scoundrel!
And?
Still nothing. We'll keep trying.
The man who was with you
in that tea shop is Umekichi Ogawaya.
I know nothing.
I was just wandering around.
Your name is Kumehachi.
You and Ogawaya are members
of the same gang, aren't you?
If you reveal his hideout,
we might leave you alone.
Should I be thankful?
I already told you I know nothing!
This bastard
Don't lie!
Speak!
Tell us everything!
Is Juzo deceiving us?
Rather than deceiving,
he's withholding information.
He's hiding that woman and her baby
for a reason.
Juzo must have a motive.
She
had a komamonoya in Asakusa,
and when I asked for Sukejiro,
they told me his wife
was about
to give birth.
It seems she is Mrs. Ofuji.
So, Juzo is sheltering
Sukejiro's wife.
In that case,
Sukejiro's whereabouts
are no longer important.
That's right.
Omasa,
do you think
Mr. Juzo feels compassion
for the woman named Ofuji?
I hadn't thought about it until now,
but they might
have an intimate relationship.
Like that between a man and a woman?
It seems so.
Could it be possible that baby?
No.
Not with Sukejiro
watching her all the time.
The child must be Sukejiro's.
Yes.
Generally speaking,
Juzo is quiet and absent-minded.
Nevertheless, he is jealous of his duty.
He doesn't do things just for reputation.
Moreover,
I trust him.
Honesty can be dangerous.
Juzo has a wife and a daughter, right?
Yes.
How are they doing?
Well
The debts of his ancestors
fell upon Juzo,
and he paid them off
by marrying a merchant's daughter.
His wife and another woman
Who does Juzo's heart really belong to?
If he doesn't choose his own wife,
everyone will be unhappy.
Mr. Ono
A message arrived.
A message?
I'll WAIT FOR YOU
NORTH OF KANDASHOHEI. SUKEJIRO
Thank you for coming.
Umekichi Ogawaya.
Sukejiro isn't here.
But
you already knew that,
didn't you, Juzo Ono?
Right now, Sukejiro
is in his house's basement, right?
What's wrong?
A man named Umekichi
will arrive here very soon.
Who's that?
A friend of my husband.
He runs a tea shop.
Is he also part of the gang?
This is bad. We must hide everything
as soon as possible.
In short,
that's how I found out
about the situation.
Do you know where Ofuji is?
At this moment,
the boss
is taking care of her.
Damn it!
- Did you?
- I kidnapped her, but she's alive.
If you want her back,
why don't you release Kumehachi?
Letting him escape is enough.
When he's with us,
we'll talk about Ofuji.
And one more thing,
let this
stay between you and me.
Got it?
It's not a bad deal, right?
I'm trusting you with this.
Ofuji
- Mr. Ono!
- Kiemon!
Where did that woman go?
The baby won't stop crying.
We've been taking care of her all day.
OMAMORI
[Omamori: Amulet for good fortune]
Hey, get up.
We're getting out of here.
Come on, stand up!
Boss
Juzo,
I demand an explanation.
I'm terribly sorry!
Boss!
Mr. Hasegawa!
Please,
I beg your forgiveness!
I urge you
to release Kumehachi!
That way, I can get Ofuji back.
I promise to catch him again.
Please!
I beg you! For goodness sake!
Forget it.
Even if we allow his escape,
I believe Ofuji won't return.
You yourself have been
dealing with hoodlums for a long time.
You should understand by now.
- Boss!
- I said no!
Juzo
Are you really willing
to go this far for Ofuji?
Tell me,
do you love her that much?
A dream.
A dream?
I had a dream.
Ofuji
Isn't the kind of woman
who can live without a man.
I would be overjoyed
if that weren't the case.
However,
I think I finally understand
the relationship
between husband and wife.
I buried Sukejiro's corpse.
I alone
yearned to live that dream.
If we want to save Ofuji
There's only one way.
Kumehachi,
you've killed many people,
haven't you?
If I'm right
I offer you redemption for all your sins.
Don't make a fuss about this, Kumehachi.
Didn't the families
of the people you killed
feel that way?
Fear!
Regret and suffering!
Think about it carefully.
If this causes you pain,
it's because of the nature of your being!
I ask you
Help me.
Please, help me!
Where is
your gang's hideout?
So you're with him.
You
Fell from grace.
If this causes you pain,
it's because of the nature of your being!
Oji,
on the path behind Inari.
The restaurant
Chikumaya.
CHIKUMAYA
Boss,
there are no updates.
I understand.
Farewell forever.
I'm Heizo Hasegawa,
from the Hitsuke-tozoku-a rat a me-kata!
Surrender without resistance!
ARRESOnihei!
And you are Notsuchi of Yahei.
Ofuji!
Are you okay?
Hang in there!
Juzo!
Mr. Ono
I've come for you.
Please
The name
Of the girl.
The name?
I've thought about it.
OJUN
Ojun
What a beautiful name.
Alright, let's go.
Let's go back together.
Let's go with Ojun,
shall we, Ofuji?
Thank you.
Please
Take care of Ojun.
Ofuji!
OMAMORI
HITSUKE-TOZOKU-ARATAME-KATA
Juzo
What will happen to him?
Let's see,
what will come of him?
Juzo
is the only one with the answer.
Boss
I'm very sorry.
Sajima,
this is not your fault.
Thank you.
You were the only one
who saw in Juzo
more than just a good-for-nothing.
There's nothing wrong with that.
I feel the same as you.
This happened the following morning
OMAMORI
My dear
MR. HASEGAWA
"This guilt"
belongs to a person
who didn't understand their place.
I was determined
to protect Ojun and Ofuji.
Neither
of them had anyone else to rely on.
I offer my life as an apology
"for failing my duty."
A dream.
I had a dream.
I think I finally understand
the relationship
between husband and wife.
Me, alone
longed to live that dream.
Darling.
I really
Believe you managed
to save Juzo.
Hisae
Even so,
I feel sorry
for Juzo's wife.
It was just as you said,
everyone ended up unhappy.
So,
what will happen to Ofuji's baby?
It seems Juzo left her
in the care of a relative of his.
But that little one called Ojun
Darling
Hello.
She's awake. How are you?
Thus,
Heizo ended up with Ojun,
the thief's daughter.
Ojun.
Ojun.
SAMURAI DETECTIVE ONIHEI
DANGEROUS MERCY
- Yes, this too.
- I'd like the sagemon. JUZO, THE GOOD-FOR-NOTHING
Sure.
Suke.
The day has been decided.
It's always a pleasure, ani.
[Aniki: Non-blood brother]
Ofuji.
Coming.
Take this.
Ah, Umekichi!
We are grateful for your kindness.
Take it. It's yours.
- Is that alright?
- Yes, right?
Yes.
KOMAMONOYA
WE WILL DO ION THE SEVENTH DAY OF THE NEXT MONTH
ONE MONTH LATER
KOMAMONOYA [Variety store]
Is he dead?
Did you
kill him?
This man is Sukejiro,
and you are his wife Ofuji, right?
Eh?
Let me introduce myself. I'm from the Hitsuke-tozoku-a
rat a me-kata. [Special division of the police]
- A yakunin
- Be honest. [Yakunin: Government official]
Why did you kill your husband?
I don't want the child inside you.
Will you leave me for another woman?
You really annoy me!
Stop the nonsense.
I can't take it anymore!
Actually,
- I'm not the right person for you.
- Are you going to get rid of this child?
You're right.
Umekichi will come for me very soon.
I'll tell him to take you.
After that, do as you please.
You truly are a stubborn woman.
That's why you killed him?
I won't survive.
Neither will the child.
Not without my husband.
It would be better if we all died.
But
This child is strong.
As much as it hurts, it's inevitable.
You can't take a baby's life.
Your husband
was a drunk who mistreated you.
Even so,
you became very dependent on him.
I've been watching you all this time.
You
Did you really not know
what your husband was doing?
Sukejiro was part
of Yahei's Notsuchi criminal gang.
Eh?
You see,
he was a highly wanted man.
It's likely
that he used you as an alibi.
You were a fake wife.
He told you
he was going out with a friend, but
they actually planned
to commit a major robbery.
Just like Juzo said,
the gang of thugs
sprang into action shortly thereafter.
YAKUSHUDOYA [Pharmacy]
Wait!
Don't do it!
Shut up. Shut your mouth!
Keep quiet and pretend to be dead!
Stop making noise!
We're done.
Hey!
Don't talk!
Kumehachi,
control yourself with women.
Have as much fun as you want,
but after work.
Sure.
Boss,
there's no one left alive.
HITSUKE-TOZOKU-ARATAME-KATA
- Sajima.
- Yes.
We believe this robbery
was the work of Notsuchi of Yahei.
We followed the trail of Sukejiro,
owner of a komamonoya.
We believe he is part of the gang.
Is there evidence
to support that conjecture?
Until recently, it was only a rumor.
To verify,
Juzo set up surveillance.
Tell me, Juzo,
did the suspect Sukejiro
engage in any abnormal activity?
Yes.
Well
To tell the truth,
I lost track of him.
What?
- You lost track of him?
- Yes.
I'm very sorry!
Hey, what do you mean by that?
You knew his komamonoya
was in Shintorigo, didn't you?
You see,
he wasn't there.
And his wife?
You said he was married.
Sure.
She
disappeared too.
His wife?
Did they run away together?
So it seems.
And who's left at that place?
No one.
It's empty.
Since when?
Almost half a month.
- Why didn't you report immediately?
- I apologize!
The mere fact of their absence
is very suspicious.
- Mr. Juzo, why didn't you say so sooner?
- I didn't know what to do.
I searched for them desperately.
He was ashamed
for losing track of his target.
You were only worried
about your reputation!
Did anything strange happen
since they left?
Eh, everything seemed in order.
It means he really got nothing
from his investigation.
He had his prey right in front of him.
Maybe you got distracted again, Mr. Juzo?
Everyone, calm down!
Juzo,
are you certain
you're unaware of their whereabouts?
I'm sorry, but that's correct.
Understood.
In that case, hurry up and locate them,
and the rest
of the criminal organization.
- Yes, sir!
- Yes, sir!
Ah, Mr. Juzo,
I apologize for the way I spoke to you.
- I went too far.
- No, don't worry.
You were right, Chugo.
I offer my help in the case.
Please describe to me Sukejiro's wife,
please.
If she married a thief,
is she a bad woman?
In that case, does she have
an unpleasant appearance?
I don't know much about her.
I don't remember her face.
Sorry.
Can't you even remember
the name of the wife?
What have you been doing?
There is no doubt that Juzo
is a very strange man.
Don't you think
that Juzo has changed lately?
Changed?
In what sense?
Even if he didn't know
whether Sukejiro was a thief,
it's strange
he didn't investigate the wife.
Juzo has been a doshin for a long time.
[Doshin: Low-ranking officer]
To be honest,
he was never a very skilled member.
Juzo, the good-for-nothing.
I suppose that's one way to put it.
Who would win if they competed in making
usagi-manjus? [Rabbit-shaped sweets]
- Madam!
- It would be an excellent test.
So, what is Juzo doing right now?
Yes, he went off who knows where.
Ah! Well
Mr. Ono.
Don't worry.
Mr. Ono!
How are you?
Thanks to you, my girl grows up healthy.
Ofuji.
The Notsuchi gang
pulled off a big heist recently.
What?
The Hitsuke-tozoku-a rat a me-kata
is looking for you and Sukejiro.
It appears,
my husband indeed was a criminal.
If he were still alive,
he'd be with them right now.
But don't worry.
I don't think they'll find Sukejiro.
Moreover,
they won't discover you either.
Please.
Delicious!
What is it?
Because of this,
I won't be able to see you anymore?
Don't say that.
This house belongs
to one of my relatives.
You know?
I'm just like you.
Mr. Ono!
I beg your forgiveness!
How should I apologize?
There's no need.
Just stay strong for your baby.
You had no choice.
Your husband was evil.
Mr. Ono
I'm scared.
What will happen now?
- I'm scared!
- Calm down.
There is nothing to fear.
You mentioned you have no family, right?
That's correct.
I lost my mother when I was little.
And my father, at 17.
I was hired as a maid in the komamonoya.
With the help of the previous owner,
I married Sukejiro.
I have no one left.
All I have left
Is you.
I have a request.
What is it?
A name.
I want to give this girl a name.
A name?
Haven't you decided yet?
You're the only one who visits us.
No matter what happens
Please stay by our side.
Mr. Ono
Ofuji.
Ofuji
Mr. Ono
Heizo Hasegawa
was patrolling the city
when he came across
the spy Omasa.
KOMAMONOYA
KOMAMONOYA
I need to ask you something.
Tell me.
There's something odd
happening inside the Kato-a rat a me.
Is it about the thieves?
Yes.
I'm concerned about doshin Juzo Ono.
I'm back.
Welcome home.
How is Oyumi?
You told me
she caught a cold this morning.
Yes.
But she's better now.
Mother
Oyumi,
you should rest.
Please.
Delicious.
I have no one left.
All I have left
Is you.
Dear,
I heard that you borrowed 15 ryos
from my house, right?
I thought you wanted to keep it a secret.
- No, you see
- Could it be
you spend that money on women?
What do you mean?
I needed it for my work.
I ran into a woman who might
be a thief's wife.
Sorry for hiding
- the loan from you.
- And don't you feel guilty?
What did you do with the jisankin
you received when we got married? [Jisankin:
Payment to the groom for getting married]
Did you already forget
that guilt?
A doshin doesn't earn enough.
I didn't know you were so cynical.
- Oiso!
- If you have no shame,
why don't you hit me as well?
Come on.
Hit me back.
Hit me back!
Shameless!
Hit me back!
Wait, Okyo!
- Hurry up, hurry up!
- I got it.
RESTING PLACE
Keep quiet and pretend to be dead.
Excuse me
Aren't you the young man
who was with Tonbei of Chigashira?
Ah
You're boss Minohi.
I suppose you can call me that.
Did you actually remember my face?
How could a foolish villain
forget another's face?
It would be a serious oversight.
Tell me one thing,
- do you live here, in Edo?
- Yes.
So,
who are you working for now?
I can tell
just by looking into your eyes.
At the moment,
I obey boss Notsuchi of Yahei.
I see.
So you're with him.
I guess the other day,
when a gang broke into a yakushudoya
Was that you?
Correct.
So you're a thief
From Edo.
You fell from grace.
If Tonbei of Chigashira heard about this,
he would cry his heart out.
Don't you think?
I was expelled
a long time ago.
Boss Minohi, do you
- still?
- No.
At this age,
I'm in love with money,
but it's impossible
for me to take it to the grave.
Boss, with your permission,
I'll take my leave.
Don't worry.
Ah, thank you, take care.
Eh? Could it be
a friend of his?
- Do you know that old man?
- No.
Just some elder from around here.
Come on, let's go drink.
What is that?
My favorite toy.
Did you see Umekichi?
Yes, around Yanagijima, at Miokendo.
Miokendo?
I told you not to go too far!
- I wanted to do the miyamari.
- Miyamari? [A child's first visit to a temple]
Everyone is looking for you.
Why would you take such a risk?
I'm sorry.
But it's alright.
I just wanted to see you.
I thought I could find you if I went out.
Ofuji
Excuse me! I'm very sorry!
I understand.
However,
next time, don't go alone.
Mr. Ono.
So,
this Umekichi
is the one Sukejiro called "ani"?
Yes.
He's the owner of Ogawaya,
a tea shop in Kandashohei.
Sukejiro said
Umekichi would pick him up that night.
Was Umekichi alone?
No, he was with someone.
They entered the hat ago Kodomaya, near the Kameido
Teijin Temple. [Hatago: A lodging at a rest station]
They might stay
there all day.
Ofuji, could you guide me there?
- Does that mean I'll be of help?
- Yes, I think so
No, you'll definitely help me.
That makes me very happy!
Tell me what you know about those two.
Alright.
HATAGO
What is it?
I think someone is following us.
- We should split up.
- Yes.
- Chase him!
- Mr. Juzo, run!
Stop!
Out of the way!
Stop!
You won't escape, Umekichi!
- Your skill is impressive, Mr. Juzo.
- Why are you here?
- The boss asked me to watch this hat ago.
- The boss?
- Mr. Juzo!
- Chugo!
Juzo!
- I
- Help!
This is bad.
That was a great catch, Chugo.
Yes!
- Mock me as much as you want.
- Oh, are you upset?
It's your fault the other one got away.
Doesn't that bother you?
I'm very sorry.
Well, the fugitive
is Umekichi Ogawaya, right?
Yes.
Chief, how did you know
Umekichi was there?
How did you know?
Well, doesn't matter.
In any case, thank you, Juzo.
Finally, we have a lead on that gang.
Let's see,
what is the identity
of the man we arrested?
Chief,
the detainee's name is Kumehachi,
but that's all he said.
I see.
It seems this thief is a tough cookie.
Confess!
You villain!
You scoundrel!
And?
Still nothing. We'll keep trying.
The man who was with you
in that tea shop is Umekichi Ogawaya.
I know nothing.
I was just wandering around.
Your name is Kumehachi.
You and Ogawaya are members
of the same gang, aren't you?
If you reveal his hideout,
we might leave you alone.
Should I be thankful?
I already told you I know nothing!
This bastard
Don't lie!
Speak!
Tell us everything!
Is Juzo deceiving us?
Rather than deceiving,
he's withholding information.
He's hiding that woman and her baby
for a reason.
Juzo must have a motive.
She
had a komamonoya in Asakusa,
and when I asked for Sukejiro,
they told me his wife
was about
to give birth.
It seems she is Mrs. Ofuji.
So, Juzo is sheltering
Sukejiro's wife.
In that case,
Sukejiro's whereabouts
are no longer important.
That's right.
Omasa,
do you think
Mr. Juzo feels compassion
for the woman named Ofuji?
I hadn't thought about it until now,
but they might
have an intimate relationship.
Like that between a man and a woman?
It seems so.
Could it be possible that baby?
No.
Not with Sukejiro
watching her all the time.
The child must be Sukejiro's.
Yes.
Generally speaking,
Juzo is quiet and absent-minded.
Nevertheless, he is jealous of his duty.
He doesn't do things just for reputation.
Moreover,
I trust him.
Honesty can be dangerous.
Juzo has a wife and a daughter, right?
Yes.
How are they doing?
Well
The debts of his ancestors
fell upon Juzo,
and he paid them off
by marrying a merchant's daughter.
His wife and another woman
Who does Juzo's heart really belong to?
If he doesn't choose his own wife,
everyone will be unhappy.
Mr. Ono
A message arrived.
A message?
I'll WAIT FOR YOU
NORTH OF KANDASHOHEI. SUKEJIRO
Thank you for coming.
Umekichi Ogawaya.
Sukejiro isn't here.
But
you already knew that,
didn't you, Juzo Ono?
Right now, Sukejiro
is in his house's basement, right?
What's wrong?
A man named Umekichi
will arrive here very soon.
Who's that?
A friend of my husband.
He runs a tea shop.
Is he also part of the gang?
This is bad. We must hide everything
as soon as possible.
In short,
that's how I found out
about the situation.
Do you know where Ofuji is?
At this moment,
the boss
is taking care of her.
Damn it!
- Did you?
- I kidnapped her, but she's alive.
If you want her back,
why don't you release Kumehachi?
Letting him escape is enough.
When he's with us,
we'll talk about Ofuji.
And one more thing,
let this
stay between you and me.
Got it?
It's not a bad deal, right?
I'm trusting you with this.
Ofuji
- Mr. Ono!
- Kiemon!
Where did that woman go?
The baby won't stop crying.
We've been taking care of her all day.
OMAMORI
[Omamori: Amulet for good fortune]
Hey, get up.
We're getting out of here.
Come on, stand up!
Boss
Juzo,
I demand an explanation.
I'm terribly sorry!
Boss!
Mr. Hasegawa!
Please,
I beg your forgiveness!
I urge you
to release Kumehachi!
That way, I can get Ofuji back.
I promise to catch him again.
Please!
I beg you! For goodness sake!
Forget it.
Even if we allow his escape,
I believe Ofuji won't return.
You yourself have been
dealing with hoodlums for a long time.
You should understand by now.
- Boss!
- I said no!
Juzo
Are you really willing
to go this far for Ofuji?
Tell me,
do you love her that much?
A dream.
A dream?
I had a dream.
Ofuji
Isn't the kind of woman
who can live without a man.
I would be overjoyed
if that weren't the case.
However,
I think I finally understand
the relationship
between husband and wife.
I buried Sukejiro's corpse.
I alone
yearned to live that dream.
If we want to save Ofuji
There's only one way.
Kumehachi,
you've killed many people,
haven't you?
If I'm right
I offer you redemption for all your sins.
Don't make a fuss about this, Kumehachi.
Didn't the families
of the people you killed
feel that way?
Fear!
Regret and suffering!
Think about it carefully.
If this causes you pain,
it's because of the nature of your being!
I ask you
Help me.
Please, help me!
Where is
your gang's hideout?
So you're with him.
You
Fell from grace.
If this causes you pain,
it's because of the nature of your being!
Oji,
on the path behind Inari.
The restaurant
Chikumaya.
CHIKUMAYA
Boss,
there are no updates.
I understand.
Farewell forever.
I'm Heizo Hasegawa,
from the Hitsuke-tozoku-a rat a me-kata!
Surrender without resistance!
ARRESOnihei!
And you are Notsuchi of Yahei.
Ofuji!
Are you okay?
Hang in there!
Juzo!
Mr. Ono
I've come for you.
Please
The name
Of the girl.
The name?
I've thought about it.
OJUN
Ojun
What a beautiful name.
Alright, let's go.
Let's go back together.
Let's go with Ojun,
shall we, Ofuji?
Thank you.
Please
Take care of Ojun.
Ofuji!
OMAMORI
HITSUKE-TOZOKU-ARATAME-KATA
Juzo
What will happen to him?
Let's see,
what will come of him?
Juzo
is the only one with the answer.
Boss
I'm very sorry.
Sajima,
this is not your fault.
Thank you.
You were the only one
who saw in Juzo
more than just a good-for-nothing.
There's nothing wrong with that.
I feel the same as you.
This happened the following morning
OMAMORI
My dear
MR. HASEGAWA
"This guilt"
belongs to a person
who didn't understand their place.
I was determined
to protect Ojun and Ofuji.
Neither
of them had anyone else to rely on.
I offer my life as an apology
"for failing my duty."
A dream.
I had a dream.
I think I finally understand
the relationship
between husband and wife.
Me, alone
longed to live that dream.
Darling.
I really
Believe you managed
to save Juzo.
Hisae
Even so,
I feel sorry
for Juzo's wife.
It was just as you said,
everyone ended up unhappy.
So,
what will happen to Ofuji's baby?
It seems Juzo left her
in the care of a relative of his.
But that little one called Ojun
Darling
Hello.
She's awake. How are you?
Thus,
Heizo ended up with Ojun,
the thief's daughter.
Ojun.
Ojun.