Good morning.
Yesterday...
Please don't look at me.
What?
There's nothing to eat.
Yes, there is!
It's ready.
That looks good.
Thanks.
- Bon appétit. - Thank you.
It's good.
- You really look like you enjoy it. - Do I really?
Excuse me.
I've brought our latest Koso drink.
I thought perhaps you might stock a sample as a test.
Why not get to the point?
You want to use our brand strength to sell your crappy drinks.
I hate that.
That kind of parasite,
using another's strength for one's own benefit.
No, it's not like that at all.
Then show me how serious you are.
Here.
If you drink it all, I'll stock it.
It's delicious, right?
I'll do it then.
I can't believe you took me seriously.
This is no good, isn't it?
What are you two talking about?
I was saying how much I can relax here.
I'm glad to hear it.
But I should be going back.
I told you, stay here until you feel better.
What should we name this fish?
Well...
You don't name the goldfish?
Not really, no.
Really?
Because it's so sad when they leave.
Shimura, come here a sec.
Here, Sato was dealing with this. I want you to take it on.
Huh?
Sato's going on maternity leave next month.
I'll leave it to you then.
Can I outsource this?
We don't have money for outsourcing. Find a way to do it in-house. Thanks.
It'd be more efficient to outsource it, idiot.
NORIKO
Did you see this?
What?
Hiraga's wife cheated on him and left.
- Is this for real? - It's her.
ARTEMIS TOWER TSUKISHIMA BBS
I'm so surprised! The Hiragas?
And they looked like such a happy couple.
You never know with infidelity.
You never know.
- I can't even imagine. - I don't get it, either.
It starts unexpectedly. That's why you can't fight it.
That's true.
Mei, can I ask your advice about the entrance exams?
Of course. Come anytime.
- Sorry to always have you help. - No, not at all!
Okay, that's everything.
- Right. - Thanks!
No, thank you!
- Hello. - Hello.
Who is this?
- A part-time worker? - Yes, that's right.
Right. The festival season is right around the corner,
when you make the big bucks.
Okay, until next time. Thanks!
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- Shall we take a break? - Yes.
Would you like coffee or tea?
Whichever you like.
I'm asking you which do you prefer?
Tea then.
Got it.
This is the only teapot I have.
Would you really like to work at the store?
What?
It gets pretty busy during the festival season.
- The goldfish scooping game? - Right.
Thanks.
But I'll be leaving as soon as I can.
I guess you will.
Yeah.
- Here. - Thanks.
I just don't get it.
I can't believe someone would throw away a life of luxury for an affair.
Well, you have to make sure no one sees that you're outsourcing.
Outsourcing?
Outsourcing of sex.
If you can't do it with your husband, then you have to outsource to another man.
Don't tell me you're thinking of outsourcing?
Don't do it.
So what if it's a sexless marriage? You still get along with your husband.
Yeah, we get along.
But still, I want children.
All the more reason not to outsource.
That's true, but...
I wonder if I'll spend the rest of my life without being held like this.
I told you, don't go there!
You'll fall.
You're gonna fall!
It's fine, I'll fall.
And you fell.
- Minoru. - Yeah?
I want a baby.
Here I come.
Hey, wait a minute.
Hey... I said wait a minute.
Why? A baby! Sex!
- It's too soon for a kid. - What?
Everyone's having kids these days, and I understand wanting to join in.
But we just bought this condo.
And there's no way I can change jobs to increase our income, right?
That's true, but...
Let's take it slow and think about it. Okay?
Now, I'll show you how it's done.
The start is really important.
What the hell?
They're so firm and perky.
Why doesn't he get aroused?
JUN
Stop ignoring my messages. It hurts.
You're kidding me.
What do you want?
Do you have any time? Let's go eat.
Are you so lonely that you'll send that to an ex-girlfriend?
SO LONELY
JUN
Minoru.
Minoru!
Hello?
Yuka?
It's been a while.
- What's wrong? - Nothing.
Is it so hard on you that Sakura left?
No way.
The salon will keep doing business as long as I'm there.
With money, food can be managed somehow.
So you don't care if she doesn't come back?
Yeah.
But in the end, Sakura also got you good.
Haven't you seen the BBS?
APT 4501, SAKURA HIRAGA
MESSAGES
Um...
Can I sleep here tonight?
No, I'll sleep there. You can use the bed...
- But... - It's pretty comfortable.
All right. Thanks.
Good night.
How long have you been with your husband?
Dated for one year, married for two.
So you're at the stage where you're tiring of him.
You know a lot, being divorced.
Nah.
I told you, that kind of boring guy is not for you.
I chose a partner who doesn't stress me out when we're together.
I want a goldfish.
What? A goldfish?
No, it's nothing.
What?
You and your husband aren't fucking, are you?
Huh? Just stop.
If you don't feel stress with someone, it means that they're similar to you.
People like that instinctively avoid members of the opposite sex.
Does your husband turn you on?
He doesn't, right?
You're saying a person who irritates me would be better?
Right. Like me.
You just felt a thrill, right?
You're as cute as always.
You really piss me off.
- Hey. - What?
Why did you contact me?
Why?
I guess...
Stop it!
What do you think you're doing?
Are you irritated?
If so, it means I still turn you on.
Jerk!
Wanna take a short rest?
Like, I would!
TOYODA GOLDFISH
Hello?
I've decided to stock your stuff.
Thank you!
But I have a favor to ask.
A favor?
Someday, I'll have to go back.
Someday, I'll have to let her go back.
Minoru, the bath is...
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Hey, Minoru.
Good night.
Hey.
Hey!
Don't say good night.
Just a minute, wait.
No, wait. I said, wait a minute!
Why?
I'm not in the mood right now.
Then when will you be in the mood?
Let's just go to sleep.
I have work tomorrow. Okay?
Good night.
Thank you.
I'll mind the store.
It's okay. I'm going to lock up before I go.
You're thinking too hard.
I don't think he'll be looking for me.
No matter who comes, don't open the door.
CARE AND FEEDING OF FISH
"When keeping a fish, the most important thing is observation."
Observation?
They all look the same.
Do you notice when one has symptoms?
Open up, please!
I know you're in there.
Sakura!
Excuse me.
Um...
I heard there was a goldfish shop around here.
Yes, it's mine.
What a coincidence.
It's just around the corner up ahead. Shall I take you there?
No, not today.
I'll call again sometime.
Please do.
TOYODA GOLDFISH
Sakura.
Welcome back.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
I didn't really know your size or anything.
Thank you. It's a big help.
And this too.
Go ahead and open it.
It's so cute.
I thought we couldn't have Western tea from the little Japanese teapot.
Did you want to choose one yourself?
No, that's not it.
I'm happy I can drink tea.
At the house, I had to go along with a coffee-lover.
I never realized that being able to drink what I like when I like...
could make me so happy.
Thank you.
I'm glad.
Mommy, look!
MINORU
Drinking with my boss. I'll be late, no need to stay up.
If there's something worrying you, we can talk in my apartment.
No, it's fine.
I can see the universe in your body.
Listen to that voice.
You don't believe it? But you know what they say?
Once two bodies have touched...
they don't want to separate again.
JUN
I want to see you.
Sakura.
Yes?
- What is it? - It's my little secret.
Your little secret? What could it be?
Good.
Thank you.
Wow!
It's so beautiful.
- That's pretty. - Yeah, it is.
Wow.
- Let's shower. - I did, at home.
But I...
This is great. Like VIP seats.
When I was a kid, my grandpa would let me climb a ladder,
so we could watch the fireworks here every year.
The sound is incredible.
- Is it too loud? - No.
You can hear it, smell it. It really feels like fireworks.
Hey, the fireworks are pretty.
Hey!
You can't hear them or smell them.
It's better to just watch them on TV.
I suppose it's even prettier from the top floor.
Wow! Look at this!
Look at that. Goldfish fireworks.
- I've never seen that in my life. - Me neither.
- Really? - Yeah.
It's beautiful.
I haven't done this in so long.
So what?
Turn down the lights.
No way.
You're erect.
You can put it in.
You came here to feel good, didn't you?
No, I didn't.
Then why?
I wanted to make sure.
That there was still someone aroused by my body.
Jun...
This is the last time. We'll never meet again.
Here.
- This one. - Already decided?
Yup.
Here we go!
Cheers.
- That's good. - That's good.
Awesome!
This is the best!
- Tamaya! - Tamaya!
- I told you, not that way! - I know.
You're gonna fall!
It's okay.
I'm not gonna fall.
JUN
Your phone's ringing.
It's fine.
Yeah, but...
- Hey, Minoru. - Yeah.
I want to get a dog.
- A dog? - Yeah.
This feng shui woman was saying
that having a pet is good to have a happy home.
But you know I'm allergic, right?
Maybe a goldfish after all.
I didn't know there were yellow goldfish.
Yes, they're a new type called "kirakira."
They're so cute.
Okay, I'll take this one.
Thank you very much.
What?
Wait!
I won't tell anyone. Could we just talk a little?
These goldfish are raised with plenty of water,
so they're all very energetic.
This one is beautiful.
That one's mine.
Somehow, you've become brighter.
What?
It's the talk of the condo, you know.
That Mr. Hiraga's wife had an affair and left.
Did you get divorced?
It's not that easy.
What?
Because of the salon, and other things.
I was really surprised to see you.
Why are you here in this goldfish shop?
The manager is certainly a good-looking guy.
Is it that good?
The sex. You and him.
It's not like that.
Somehow...
I just feel really comfortable in this place.
The other day, I cheated on my husband.
What's more, with the worst ex-boyfriend I ever had.
He's so condescending and always fooling around.
I really hate him.
Shouldn't you answer it?
It was just that one time. I won't see him anymore.
Since you're more experienced, what should I know about keeping goldfish?
What's important...
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Now it's finished.
Yuka.
How?
Did you already buy a goldfish?
What are you doing?
What the hell?
You said you wanted a goldfish, so I came here to buy one.
You know, like coaxing a pet back in with food.
I'd already decided on a name.
Yuka.
Cute, don't you think?
Stop it.
What's wrong with giving it the name of the girl I love?
What's important...
is close observation.
When you notice the symptoms of a disease,
it's often already too late.
Why are you hiding her?
I'm telling you, I'm here to talk with Sakura Hiraga.
There's no one here by that name.
She's not here.
Look, it wouldn't be good for you if this becomes trouble.
Please leave.
So she is here.
Sakura!
- Stop it! - I can't.
Sakura. Get out of my way!
Sakura!
I'll be back.
- Are you okay? - Yeah.
- Are you okay? - I'm fine.
Hey...
I'm sorry.
Thank you.
I'm just a little banged up. It's fine.
I think I should...
Goldfish can only grow as big as their container will allow them.
I can't let you go back
to someone who will shut you in and bind you.
Don't you think, little guy?
He's not "little guy."
I gave him a name.
Haru.
I thought that Haru would suit Sakura well.
- You don't like it? - No, that's not it at all.
Because my name is Haruto.
Sakura and Haru.
They are certainly linked together.
When you notice the symptoms of a disease, it's already...
too late.