Wash It
All Away
Episode 4 A Personal Request from Kinme
We Pick Up and Deliver! Kinme Cleaning
The Honmas take such good care of their garden.
I haven't ridden the train in a while.
The doors are closing. Please stand clear.
Sh-She startled me!
Girls these days sure wear their skirts short.
Barely covers anything.
With Green Tea Extract Works for 48 Hours!
Finebreeze
Huh?
Y-You can't...
What?
You can't yank on a shirt like that!
Oh, dear. I knew it.
Aw, man.
Well, this sucks.
I'll just go like this from now on.
No, don't do that!
Next stop is Kinomiya. Kinomiya.
I mean, is this free?
Of course. You don't owe me anything.
I just can't ignore this sort of thing.
I run a cleaning business near the station here.
My name is Kinme Wakana.
Huh...
And what is your name?
It's Wakasagi.
Wakasagi Kuriru.
But I mean, what are you doing outside?
Huh? Outside?
Cause, like, don't cleaners work inside a shop?
Oh. Yes, I do most of my work at the shop, but I also have many elderly customers,
so I often go out for pick-ups and deliveries.
It's just a small, independent business, but in keeping with our motto,
"Local Cleaning with a Heart," I like to go out of my way for the customers.
Was that a sales pitch?
Huh?
Oh, no! Just talking.
There. Repairs complete.
Awesome! Just like that!
You're so ladylike! You must have tons of boyfriends, Kinme-san.
Oh, no, not at all.
From now on, try to treat your clothes with more care, okay?
Yeah, but I'm not really sure what to do with them, you know?
I live with my brother, and we don't have anyone around to fix things for us.
There's shirts all around the apartment with missing buttons and stuff.
If it's all right with you, why don't I stop by your home right now
and see what kind of condition your clothes are in?
Huh?
Oh, but if this is a bad time, that's okay.
I mean, like, I don't really mind, but...
But?
Right now, the place is kind of...
Go on in.
Oh, my phone charger's lying around there somewhere, so watch out.
Those things can really hurt.
There are dirty clothes thrown everywhere.
How often do you usually do laundry?
Well, house rules say we each gotta do our own, but it's such a pain.
Maybe about three times a month?
Oh dear.
Maybe I should help her clean house as well.
Oh!
No, stop spraying! You shouldn't use that so recklessly!
Huh?
With Green Tea Extract Works for 48 Hours!
Finebreeze
Double
You sprayed that all over your uniform on the train too, didn't you?
But I mean, sweaty-smelling clothes are gross.
Yes, but you see, it's very common to use sprays like that incorrectly.
What am I doing wrong?
With Green Tea Extract Works for 48 Hours!
Finebreeze
Double
Antibacterial Deodorant
I realize this sort of antibacterial deodorant is common and convenient,
but if you spray a fabric when it still has a sweat stain on it,
the spray liquid could make the stain spread into a circular shape
and set into the fabric.
The smell may go away, but stains will keep accumulating on the fabric.
If you use sprays like that regularly, you need to be really, really careful!
Consider it a personal request from Kinme!
Oh. Uh-huh.
For daily care of your uniform,
you should hang your skirt on a skirt hanger and brush it instead.
One benefit of brushing is that it gets rid of dirt and dust stuck to the fabric.
Then it straightens out all the little fibers that are so hard to see,
which also helps.
If you don't have a brush, it's fine to use a lint roller or even packing tape.
Packing tape works for that?
I still think it is best to wash occasionally, though.
Check the care labels to see which of your garments are washable at home.
Wait, they tell you? But I mean, what is a care label anyway?
Materials
Polyester Wool
One of these. By the way,
New Symbols
Do Not Wash
Do Not Dry Clean
Do Not Wet Wash
if you see any of these symbols, it means you cannot wash it at home,
so please take those items to the cleaners.
Do Not Wash in Water
Cannot Dry Clean
Older clothes will have the old versions of the symbols.
Old Symbols
* Cleaning symbols were updated in December 2016.
Materials
Polyester
Rayon
Low
Use Net
Chlorine Bleach
Medium
Dry
Petroleum-based
Yes, these are the old symbols.
Huh, they are kinda different.
I'd never even looked at those things before.
But I mean, is it okay to be telling me all this?
Huh? Why wouldn't it be?
Materials
Polyester
Rayon
Low
Chlorine Bleach
Medium
Well, isn't it something like a trade secret?
If everyone knew how to take care of their own clothes,
they wouldn't go to your shop as much.
And then you'd lose out, right?
Not at all.
I'd be thrilled if everyone took better care of their clothes!
Wow. You've got, like, maxed out cleaning skills. You'd be such a catch.
Huh?
W-Well, could you show me your clothes with missing buttons?
I think this is one.
Wow. This one appears to be missing four buttons.
I know.
And it's winter wear. I'd recommend that you got this cleaned as well.
Maybe I should.
However, if you don't mind me saying so, perhaps we could clean your room first.
Get this. She didn't say, "Good morning." She said, "Help me get these pajamas off."
Treating her little brother like a servant or something. Can you believe it?
So what did you do?
I helped her out.
You did, huh?
And at first, we were taking turns cooking each day,
but recently she's been making me do all the cooking myself!
Hmm. So who's cooking tonight?
I guess I am.
You are, huh?
Still, your big sis sure is a hit with the guys at school.
Yeah, 'cause none of them see what she's like on the inside.
And I mean, we're twins and were basically born at the same time,
so why does she always act like she's older?
Yeah, you were saying that before.
Well, I actually don't care that she's older,
but is it too much to ask for some big-sisterly attributes at least?
Sisterly attributes, huh?
Yeah! Like being nice and reliable and worshiping her brother!
Sounds like some kind of fantasy.
Of course it is!
Huh? I guess she's already home.
I'm back.
Oh, welcome home, Moruda-kun!
Uh, wait.
Do I stick it in here?
Uh, that actually goes here.
Yes, like that. Just go very slowly, okay?
My name is Kinme Wakana.
Your sister and I sort of became friends at the station.
I hope you don't mind me being here.
Uh, sure.
Right now we're, well, washing your sister's clothes along with some of yours.
Is that all right with you?
Yeah, s'all right with me.
Wait, is that Kyusho-kun? Are you boys friends?
Um, what are you doing here, Kinme-san?
Bro, bro, bro, wait a second.
How the hell did you get to meet my true big sister before I did?!
For some reason, I think it'd be a little hard to explain right now.
Can we save it for later?
True sister?
You'd better tell me later.
Pay no attention to him.
Wash It All Away
Kinme Cleaning
Hello!
Well, hello, Nairo-chan.
Come on in.
Would you please wash these for us?
All right.
Um, um... how late are you open today?
Hmm?
Oh, it's almost closing time now.
It looks like you're my last customer.
Hmm?
Oh? What are those?
Aha! Have you been practicing drumming for the Kogashi Festival?
Yes! I have rehearsal right after this!
And these are my very own drumsticks!
Wow. They're very nice.
And the festival is right around the corner.
I went last year and saw all the floats. They were really impressive!
Yes! This year I get to ride the float for Grandmother's Asama district
and play the drum!
Hmm?
So I would really like you to come with me tonight and watch our practice!
Huh? Th-Thank you for the invitation, but I think I'd just get in the way.
It's not my district, either.
That's totally okay, though!
I'd like you to see how much my drumming improved over the last two weeks!
Okay? Okay? Please come and watch!
All right, hurry up!
We always hold practice over here.
Oh?
It's Kinme-san! Whatcha up to?
My daughter invited her to come watch practice.
I'm sorry. I hope that's all right.
It's good, it's good. Stay and watch.
Everything's set up now, boss!
Sweet! Then let's get started.
Like it or not, we've only got two days left,
so let's give it our best shot!
All right!
Let's do this!
I see Ishimochi-san is the organizer for Asama's Kogashi Festival activities.
Yes. There are always many floats competing from different districts,
so she's out here every day, doing her best to keep everyone motivated.
We'll start as soon as you're ready!
Let's fix up the parts we flubbed yesterday and power through to the end.
I wonder if the inn does all right without her there to serve dinner.
Yeah.
Guesthouse Inn Ishimochi
Hey, son. Can I get seconds?
Comin' up.
Ready!
Tam, tam.
Looking good. Remember to get those sticks up.
Tam, ta-ta-tam.
Tam, tam, tam.
We actually moved here from Tokyo just this past spring.
Tam, tam. Tam.
Oh, is that right?
Our house is in a district in the hills,
but since Nairo's grandmother lives down here, they let her participate
in this district's festival activities.
I see.
I can see why she would be so excited about being in her first festival.
Until now, she's only been able to watch.
Did you ever drum in the festival when you were younger, Kinme-san?
No, I've only been here for about two years or so.
Oh, so this isn't your hometown?
Where are you from?
Okay, stop! Once more from the top.
Um, actually...
Sup!
Well, well. So you two finally decided to show up.
Come on and lend us a hand.
Nah, I mean, we're just on our way back from the store.
Why not? Kyu will be showing up soon too.
No, I really have to get home. Sorry, gotta pass.
We've also got a real looker with us today.
Whoo!
Oh, it's the cleaning lady from before.
Sup!
Kinme-san! Wow, what a coincidence!
Were you doing some shopping together?
Huh? Oh, yeah! Can't say she helped much, though.
Oh, I guess you get to participate in the festival because you live so close.
Yes!
When the time comes, I'll be on top of that float!
Huh?
Oh? Wow! I'm sure you'll do great!
She's the one!
The ideal big sister! She's a real angel!
Totally one of those oblivious devils who ends up leading all the guys on.
Oh, that's right. It's about time we pull the festival clothes out again.
Um, if it would help, shall I go and get them for you?
Oh, you're a lifesaver! Thanks so much, Kinme-san!
We keep them stored at the community center.
Community center?
I'd be happy to show you where it is!
What? But didn't you say you needed to get home?
Yeah, so he can start making dinner and—
No, it's okay! Totally okay!
They sure get along well.
Okay, one more time!
Ready!
Tam, tam!
Eyes on the drum!
So you two don't rehearse with the others?
No. Rehearsals are pretty much meant for kids in middle school or younger.
Community Center
Oh, it's right in here.
In high school, you get to ride on top and hype up the crowd,
so we basically just show up and play it by ear.
Wait. What the hell are you doing here?
Bodyguarding.
Oh!
Body?!
Wow, this many people participate?
There aren't that many people around now, though.
Oh, and those are our parents when they were in high school.
And that's Kyu-kun's mom.
Huh. They look like a wild bunch.
I guess Kyusho-kun will be riding too. In that case, I should probably go watch.
You're gonna have a lot of competition, you know.
Huh?
He's got those rugged good looks, but he's also got a sweet side,
so the girls have been into him since grade school.
He gets tons of chocolate on Valentine's Day every year.
And my brother gets zilch.
Keep your mouth shut.
Huh. I guess that makes sense.
Oh?
Hmm? Huh?
Oh! I'm not saying that I see him that way, though.
Hmm?
He's just the son of one of my regulars.
Yeah, that's right! Kyu is no more than a customer to Kinme-san.
Why would you even think there's anything else going on?
Right, and you're a wannabe player who isn't even on Kinme-san's radar.
I'm not a player! I'm pure at heart!
Anyway, can we get the clothes out and go home? I'm starving.
Quit complaining.
You could try helping for once.
Gah! What the hell happened?
Eww. They're covered in moldy stains!
How could this happen?
It must be because of that leak in the ceiling.
Oh crap.
Like, aren't we screwed? The festival is the day after tomorrow!
Let's just throw them all in the washing machine and—
No, don't do that!
If you don't clean the stains and mold before washing,
I don't think you'll ever get them out.
Then what can we do?
I'll treat the stains and then wash them all myself!
Will you make it in time?
Maybe if I stay up all night.
All night? Will you be okay?
I'm used to pulling all-nighters during the spring busy season.
I know you need these garments for the festival, so...
You can count on Kinme!
Damn, she's so cool!
But I don't think we should make Kinme-san do it all alone.
Kyusho-kun!
Hey, Kyu! You trying to insult Kinme-san's cleaning skills?
No, not at all.
But it's our fault the outfits got dirty. We didn't store them carefully enough.
We need to take responsibility for that.
So let's all help Kinme-san out.
We'll be done sooner, and it'll make things easier for you.
I agree with Kyu-kun's suggestion!
Here, take a box.
Why me?
There's still more.
Fine. Whatever.
Thank you so much.
It actually did seem a little overwhelming.
Okay, everyone. Thank you for helping!
Now let's get these ready for the festival!
Translation: Editing and Typesetting:
Michael Arnold Ashley Barboza
Quality Control: Translation Check:
Riley Dalton Sriram Gurunathan
Episode 5 I Have a Feeling...
Next time is "I Have a Feeling..."