The Olympics opening ceremony has started.
The Japanese judo competitor carries Japan's hopes and aspirations,
but who has also tasted the bitterness and agony of defeat
What will the results be this time around?
Even thought this is my fourth Olympics, I still have a lot of supporters back home in Japan.
I will work my hardest not to disappoint them.
As scheduled, the much anticipated drama (regular programming) will begin shortly.
Allright! Work hard! Judo will wn gold!
Todoroki, judo is...
To make you and others proud. (Basically be all that you can be).
That's right.
Next opponent.
I admit defeat.
Thank you.
Sazuki, when did you get your balck belt?
In Form Two. (Secondary school).
Having a black belt is great.
All of you can get a black belt as well. So work hard for it.
Between Sazuki and Todoroki, who is stronger?
Eh?
Match?
What?
Sorry, but I won't compete with women.
Go on Todoroki. Win one.
Really? Is that so?
Allright, let's have a match.
I admit defeat.
Damn. It breaks so easily nowadays.
Work hard bicycle.
My bicycle, work harder.
I'll fix it for you.
Mochizuki senpai.
I've already told you that my name is Mochizuki Taro. Just call me Taro.
Mocchi, let's go train.
Mocchi?
You're so popular Mocchi.
-Welcom home. -I'm back.
Thanks for watching the house. (House sitting).
Wow you sure bought a lot today.
Yes, I went to market today.
That's quite a distance away.
Even so, it is a lot cheaper than the supermarket. I can save some money this way.
So touching. Tomoe, you're all grown up and mature.
What do you mean?
Not only do you have to do the housework, but run the dojo as well.
Most secondary school students can't do this.
Tomoe, you're really amazing.
I will say this many more times. Tomoe is noble, noble...
Tomoe?
My head hurts.
Tomoe fainted?
-Tomoe? -Fainted?
I was so worried when she fainted
but luckily, it is just a fever.
It is probably that air-conditioner's doing.
Because it is too cold in her room.
Don't say such things.
She fell sick because she is overworked.
What hard work?
She uses that air-conditioner too often and this is what happens.
I tell you Emiko, people must be hardworking. HARD WORK!
Allright then. Why don't you do all the work then?
What? Me?
This is the time when we need your home skills and hard work.
I have to return to the shop before I am forced to close it.
Hey, hey.
Thanks for your help.
What? I have to do it?
It's okay.
Ow! Hot!
Thank you.
What are you looking at?
Nothing. Just taking an interest in your studies.
You wouldn't understand it.
What're you talking about?
Question: The cover of a shape is the base x the height. What is the height?
Hey stop eating the food.
That food is for me.
Make your own if you're not satisfied.
You. Get out.
I want some peace and quiet today.
Don't switch it off.
Aren't you covering yourself with the blanket?
I'll show my face once you leave.
It's (the a/c) not helping any because you have a fever.
The human body is able to regulate it's own temperature.
Better than relying on any piece of machine.
I am starting to heat up.
My body does not feel like it belongs to me any longer.
Dad says the fever is caused by the air-conditioner.
What nonsense.
I feel really tired.
But, I feel like it is a holiday given to me by God.
Thanks to Him.
I can have a good rest today.
This is what I want to say.
However, I never thought that such a situation would come about.
Could it be you like Tomoe?
What are you talking about?
I can't believe you would say such a thing in this sacred dojo.
This is too much.
Yamagata, you've gone too far!
Ouch!
Get up! I'm not done yet.
There is no reason to be here if Tomoe is not around.
I'm going home.
You wanted to speak to me?
Have a seat please. Right here.
I wonder if this suits your palete.
Okay.
Sweetmeats.
-Have some. -Thank you for the food.
I would like to ask you something.
How should I say this?
Good?
Yes.
Tomoe's boyfriend...lover? Or someone like that...
What?
Well, she's been reading this magazine lately...
are they going out togther? With Mocchi (Mochizuki) I mean.
Mocchi? (Mochizuki).
There is no way Tomoe would be interested in such a weakling.
I would make my own move first if such a situation were to happen.
Is that so?
Ah, so they're not going out together?
How horrible. He is entering again without permission. (Tomoe thinks it is her dad).
Natsuyagi.
Are you asleep?
Have a good rest.
I will continue your hard work for you.
Todoroki?
I...I like you.
What did he just say?
Free mart?
Yes, free mart. It means free market.
The previous business which has been busted by the police several times,
it would be better if I made some money through the free mart instead.
You always manage to find a way to get up again after a fall.
Since today is an off day,
Why don't we set up in front of the bus station.
Is there anything that s no longer wanted here?
Of course not.
No matter who it is, there is bound to be something unwanted.
Elder brother, I am going to the free mart
do you have any unwanted items laying around?
What?
Free mart, free mart.
Car? (Hears kuruma instead of free mart).
Free mart.
Toshima?
Is he joking?
No. He just didn't hear us properly.
Free mart.
Free mart?
Free mart.
Gap?
Free mart?
Let's all go to the free market.
Question please.
Allright, go ahead fatty.
Is there any benefit towards training?
If there isn't, I'd rather focus my effort on training instead.
Yes that's right.
That's right. Mocchi, get lost if you're just going to disrupt our training.
It's for Tomoe's sake.
For Tomoe's sake?
Tomoe's benefit?
Question here.
The creepy guy, go ahead.
I don't get what you are saying.
Yes that's right. What are you trying to say here?
Pay attention. Tomoe fell sick due to overwork.
This is because she has to do all the housework as well as train with you and take care of the dojo.
Have you all taken a look at the bicycle she uses?
It is rusty and dirty all over.
When Tomoe gets better and returns to the dojo,
if we were to present her with a new bicycle,
I am sure she would be extremely happy.
Oh, what a good idea.
Agreed. I agree with the idea.
Allright.
Now everyone go gather all of your unwanted items,
and let's all meet at the free mart.
Yes!
I completely did not know about the idea that everyone was considering.
But, that bicycle used to belong to my mum.
To me, it is the most treasured bicycle in the world.
What the?
What am I thnking of doing?
Uncle, don't scare me like that.
Ha ha ha. I understand you.
I understand your feelings comletely.
You like Tomoe don't you?
No. I was just looking in on her.
I fully support you and not Mocchi.
Todoroki,
Uncle...
There is no time to be hanging back.
Go and seize the moment!
This is youth.
Memorable youth.
What are you doing?
Um no, it was uncle who pushed me in. And...
You know, that is, this is a girl's room.
I never thought you would be such a pervert.
Actually, Tomoe, I...
Hey dad! What are you doing out there?
What am I doing?
What are you two doing in here?
That's why I am asking what are you doing out there dad?
I was out gathering herbs and making medicine for you.
Medicine?
Crush the herbs and drink it. Good for all ailments and general good health.
So, what is it exactly?
I drank this all the time when I was younger.
This is what will make you better.
Hey, don't walk away.
Hey, what are those leaves?
It will make you a winner.
What are those leaves?
What? Drink up.
It looks horrible.
Horrible? This is what made me strong when I was your age.
This is a health drink.
Why don't you just drink it dad?
What are you saying? I made this specially for you.
Ah! So it isn't drinkable then.
No way. It is easy to drink.
It is my favourite. Let me show you. I'll drink it.
Delicious.
Sorry, but I have a stomach ache. I'm going now.
Are you okay? Are you really okay?
Todoroki, what were you doing in Tomoe's room?
Um...that is...
-Let's go discuss this in the dojo. Come on let's go. -Ah, but, no...
Ms. Sazuki, you don't have to do cleaning up.
It's okay. I have some time after training to help out.
Thank you very much.
Well, I have to go to work soon. Please excuse me.
He's watching me. He is watching me right now.
Todoroki, that is a good girl.
If you want a girlfriend, you should look for someone like her.
Saved.
Cheap sale. Everything must go.
Please have a look. All items here are good.
This is fate.
I came here for a walk and bumped into you instead.
Mcchi, stop flirting and start serving the customers now.
They call you Mocchi? How adorable.
-Huh? It's adorable? -Yes.
Welcome, welcome one and all.
Honoured customer, please come and have a look at our wares.
This bicycle is going for only 1,000Yen.
Only 1,000Yen? That's super cheap.
Natsuyagi dojo is also recruiting new members as well.
Hey, isn't that Todoroki? Third degree black belt? (referring to sign).
Impossible! (Derisive laughter).
Taro.
Mr. Yokoyama, where are you off to?
Sugisaku, why don't you come along as well.
Eh? Go where? What are you all worked up for?
Hey, wait a minute, that's dangerous.
I demand an explanation.
Sugisaku, what did you do rile to him up so?
I have no idea.
Sit down!
Do you know that my Kaoru and Taro are dating with the intention of marriage?
But, all of a sudden, your daughter involves herself.
Hey, wait a minute now.
-What? -Who is Taro?
What? You want to pretend you don't know anything?
Welcome.
Tomoe, what is your relationship with Taro?
-Taro? -Yes.
Don't know him.
She says she doesn't know him.
What is the meaning of this?
Then why is Kaoru crying at home?
You! What have you done to my daughter?
Please, please calm down. I'm worried about you.
What are you talking about?
-I understand. Let's go to my place and have a drink. -Hey, Shouhei.
Taro?
What am I doing?
I came here to get stronger.
What am I doing?
Judo. I need to concentrate on judo.
I think it is Todoroki. Tomoe will definitely choose him.
No way. I think Mocchi is the one. He gives off a good vibe.
How depressing. Our names are not mentioned at all.
Really? Damn, even God has deserted us.
Hey, hey, aren't you going?
Aren't you going to pay Tomoe a visit?
Damn.
What's the matter?
I'll be right back.
Thank you very much.
I'll take good care of it.
Tomoe's bicycle has been sold.
It was all due to my effort.
Kentaro, you're awesome.
At that moment, I was having a dream.
I was dreaming that I was sitting behind mum's back.
I was on my way home sitting on the bicycle that mum rode.
Cycling along the lane that we always used.
In my dream, the bicycle was fast.
It felt like as if we were going to the amusement park.
Even though it wasn't the first time we had been to the park, I still felt excited.
Mum.
What is that noise?
It can't be.
What's wrong Tomoe?
I don't know. It just broke down on me.
What's happening?
Todoroki, quickly come and help me out here.
Tomoe, where are you off to?
The bicycle is gone.
Hey Tomoe.
Look at this here.
This here's a statue from India which is the Maharaja's favourite statue.
And this here's a Malayan tiger from the Philippines, and this green thing here is...
What's the matter?
Mum's bicycle is missing.
Huh? Who could be riding it?
Anyways, please excuse me.
That's right. That must be it. I'm thinking too much.
-Let me say this. -Okay.
We have a total of 3890Yen.
Enough for a new bicycle?
Is it enough?
I think it definitely isn't enough money.
How much more do we need?
2,000Yen maybe 3,000Yen?
We still have to make another 3,000Yen.
Welcome.
It's the elder sister from Yokoyama dojo.
Where is Taro?
Sister, will you buy all of this from us?
Why would I want to buy all of this junk from you?
Because you are very beautiful, with long slender legs, and so graceful and ladylike.
Ah? Really?
Thank you very much.
By the way, where is Taro?
Oh, there you are.
How is it going? Everyone working hard?
Good day.
Yes, and a good day to you too.
We have our stall by the bus station.
How about you guys? Are you selling a lot of stuff?
Thanks to this sister here who bought our last items, we can now afford to buy
Tomoe a new bicycle.
Tomoe's bicycle?
That's right. I sold off her old bicycle.
You guys are talking about Tomoe's bicycle right?
That rusty old bicycle.
What have you done? That bicycle,
that bicycle...
Hey, who was it? Who bought the bicycle?
Tomoe, I'm so sorry.
Natsuyagi Tomoe.
Why am I involved in this?
Kaoru, it isn't here. Let's search someplace else.
Not here. What about you over there?
Looks good?
What are you doing? I can't take this anymore.
What are you doing here alone Todoroki?
Why did you come back alone Mocchi?
Let me explain it, I...
Ah! Here he is.
You really are here.
Geez, starting today, I have to use the fan again.
It really is Todoroki.
Todoroki the disappearing act!
Hello, this is the Shinjuku judo section here.
Long time no see.
What are you guys doing here?
Huh? Looks like Todoroki has passed the first level.
Why are you wearing a black belt?
After all, you're the famous white belt captain!
I never did hear about you passing any judo exams.
Is this okay? You perpetuating a lie by wearing a black belt?
But, you'd better not be wearing the black belt that we worked hard for.
Yes, that's right.
I took it six times.
Six times?
I took the exam six times.
But, no matter how hard I tried, I always failed.
That's why I bought a black belt myself.
Todoroki, you're a horrible person.
You've been lying to the children all this time.
You don't have what it takes to be participating in sports.
Are you going to tell everyone?
Everyone?
Tomoe already knows your secret.
Stop acting as if you are still so great. (Like a black belt holder).
This has nothing to do with Tomoe.
It is not Tomoe's fault. I am the one who lied to the chldren.
-Found it? -No.
Allright, let's go.
Phew. I'm so tired.
Geez, she (Tomoe) could at least come and help me out.
Shouhei, Shouhei!
Tomoe definitely knows Taro.
You're such a bother!
It's Mocchi.
Oh! Taro!
Here you are.
Taro, what are you doing here?
What's wrong?
Please forgive me.
I am a horrible person.
From now onwards, I won't come to Natsuyagi dojo any longer.
Hey, that's enough.
I will give up judo.
What are you saying?
I've made up my mind.
Don't simply say such things about giving up judo.
I have thought seriously about this.
Tell me the reason.
The children have your trust.
Don't betray the children for your own selfish reasons.
I am a liar.
This is fake.
I am actually a white belt.
Please forgive him.
Even though he lied to us,
he did not have any bad intentions in doing so.
He is a good and hardworking man.
Please forgive him.
I want a black belt as well.
But, no matter how many times I took the exams, I always failed.
It didn't matter how hard I tried or worked.
That's why I bought it myself.
Thank you for looking after me until today.
Stop!
Let's go to the dojo.
What? You can't even take this?
You're still far away.
Get up.
You're weak because you can't take a fall. Get up now!
Do you plan on running away?
Running away from reality with your lies?
Get up!
If you're a man, stop running away from reality.
Get up.
If you're not satisfied, change the situation yourself.
What? Out of breath already? Come on.
Todoroki, get up.
You must become stronger to get a black belt.
Get up!
Get out.
Don't look at a man when he down and out.
Todoroki, work hard. Let's work hard and train together in judo.
Tomoe.
I've been able to work hard up till now because of you.
I've been able to reach where I am today because of your encouragement.
I can't do it.
I only have a white belt.
That doesn't matter.
-It doesn't matter. -It does.
You're a honest and good man.
You've always been honest and sincere in becoming stronger.
I am a liar.
I can't bear to face the children.
I've let them down and hurt them.
You're right. You're a liar.
Your lies may not be taken back and changed into the truth.
That is why,
you have to work harder
and turn the lies into the truth.
Everyone has made shameful mistakes.
Rather than berate yourself for letting the children down,
better you work harder to improve yourself.
Don't use the children as an excuse to run away from your responsibilities.
Yes.
Your voice is too soft.
Yes.
Your voice is too soft.
Yes.
So you found your voice? Come on. Let's train again.
Yes.
Allright, let's go.
Yes.
(Calling out various motivating words here. Not even going to bother).
Kentaro, stop crying.
But the bicycle belonged to Tomoe's mum.
Don't worry. Tomoe won't be angry.
She definitely won't be angry.
That is because you all did it because
you wanted to buy her a new bicycle.
Fumiya don't you cry too.
Stop crying. You're making me want to cry too.
What's the matter?
What happened?
What happened? Take a look for yourself.
Please turn on your lamp. It is nighttime.
I'm sorry. I just turned it off just now.
Oh, it's you all.
I did not know
about the children crying and searching for my mother's bicycle.
Mum, may I continue using this bicycle?
Tomoe.
Todoroki.
Can you please gather all the children?
I would like to ask for everyone's apology.
Truth be told, I only own a white belt.
Sorry.
I lied to all of you.
I would like everyone to...
So what?
Todoroki is Todoroki.
Huh?
It doesn't matter.
And here I was wondering what this was all about.
Please guide us as well tomorrow.
Why don't we all compete and see who gets a black belt first?
-I'm going to join you. -Me too.
I guess I'll join in too.
What's with that look? Think I can't do it?
You look so motivated Tomoe.
I'm not sick any longer.
-Really? -She must have been pretending to be sick.
How horrible. I really was sick. (Background voices accusing her of faking sickness).
A most comfortable night.
Seems like I can dream of you, mum, all night long.
Your Song by Matsuura Aya. See the baby pics? Aww...so adorable.
Next week on Aijou Ippon,
What? You got us into a 500 million Yen debt?
No, wait a minute, let me confirm this.
Next week's Aijou Ippon will be shown at the same time. Look forward to it.
If you have 500 million Yen, what would you do?
Me? I would continue with the dojo.
I'll use it to make more money. What about you Ayaya?
I'll use it to build a hospital.