1 00:01:33,781 --> 00:01:38,202 {\an8}ELEVENTH STORY ANSWER 2 00:01:39,286 --> 00:01:41,455 Wh-Whoa. 3 00:01:41,539 --> 00:01:43,749 Where the hell did that come from? 4 00:01:43,833 --> 00:01:44,917 This kid... 5 00:01:45,709 --> 00:01:50,131 Everyone who took part in today's test is hereby expelled. 6 00:01:51,132 --> 00:01:53,092 For the past six years, 7 00:01:53,175 --> 00:01:57,638 Master Issho has never answered anyone regarding that expulsion incident. 8 00:02:02,643 --> 00:02:06,480 Would it be possible to be left alone with her? 9 00:02:06,564 --> 00:02:08,566 What? Oh, uh, yes. 10 00:02:09,567 --> 00:02:14,280 Members of the press, I'm very sorry, but we need you to leave the room now. 11 00:02:14,363 --> 00:02:17,741 MEETING ROOM 12 00:02:21,495 --> 00:02:23,038 Excuse us. 13 00:02:27,543 --> 00:02:28,919 Now, then. 14 00:02:29,670 --> 00:02:32,173 Did Shiguma tell you to ask me that? 15 00:02:33,340 --> 00:02:35,426 Why would that startle you? 16 00:02:36,010 --> 00:02:39,680 Did you think I was so feeble that I couldn't tell whose apprentice you were? 17 00:02:41,140 --> 00:02:42,808 I should have known. 18 00:02:43,684 --> 00:02:45,352 But this has nothing to do with my master. 19 00:02:46,187 --> 00:02:48,147 I'm asking you because I want to know. 20 00:02:48,647 --> 00:02:50,858 Why do you want to know such a thing? 21 00:02:51,525 --> 00:02:53,819 My dad is Shinta Arakawa. 22 00:02:54,612 --> 00:02:57,156 The Rakugoka that you expelled. 23 00:03:01,493 --> 00:03:02,661 Is that so? 24 00:03:03,495 --> 00:03:05,623 Were you there that day? 25 00:03:05,706 --> 00:03:06,999 Of course. 26 00:03:07,082 --> 00:03:09,668 And what did you think, watching his performance? 27 00:03:10,252 --> 00:03:11,629 What did I think? 28 00:03:12,296 --> 00:03:14,423 Those cheers said it all. 29 00:03:15,007 --> 00:03:17,092 Without a doubt, that was a Shin'uchi's art! 30 00:03:18,260 --> 00:03:19,845 Really? 31 00:03:21,180 --> 00:03:23,140 Can you say that with absolute conviction? 32 00:03:25,601 --> 00:03:29,688 W-Well, since I am a Rakugoka... 33 00:03:29,772 --> 00:03:32,775 my only skill is to blurt out random things. 34 00:03:34,068 --> 00:03:36,278 His Makura was a little stiff. 35 00:03:38,280 --> 00:03:40,366 But you couldn't blame him for that, you know. 36 00:03:41,116 --> 00:03:43,202 Since his whole life depended on that performance. 37 00:03:45,246 --> 00:03:48,332 Besides, that's why I was able to cheer him on as I watched! 38 00:03:48,415 --> 00:03:50,376 Me, and the audience, too! 39 00:03:50,960 --> 00:03:53,212 That's what led to all those cheers. 40 00:03:55,506 --> 00:03:57,007 Then let me ask you this. 41 00:03:59,051 --> 00:04:01,053 Being cheered on by the audience. 42 00:04:01,136 --> 00:04:03,055 Is that a Shin'uchi's art? 43 00:04:04,682 --> 00:04:07,768 {\an8}If your audience can sense that you're nervous, and sympathizes with you, 44 00:04:07,851 --> 00:04:09,937 {\an8}and moreover, starts cheering you on. 45 00:04:10,020 --> 00:04:12,481 Is that a performance by someone who's reached the pinnacle of his art? 46 00:04:14,400 --> 00:04:19,238 This is true not only for Rakugo, but for music and other entertainment, too. 47 00:04:19,822 --> 00:04:22,950 Support is gained after you've displayed your art. 48 00:04:23,033 --> 00:04:26,704 If such support precedes your art, that's proof of your immaturity. 49 00:04:27,788 --> 00:04:31,917 Shin'uchi is the highest rank attainable by a Rakugoka who's mastered his art. 50 00:04:32,543 --> 00:04:35,629 {\an8}Do you think that someone whose weakness is evident onstage 51 00:04:35,713 --> 00:04:38,132 {\an8}is worthy of such a rank? 52 00:04:44,513 --> 00:04:47,891 I, for one, am in despair. 53 00:04:49,310 --> 00:04:53,355 The days when Rakugo took the media by storm are long gone. 54 00:04:53,939 --> 00:04:57,484 There aren't many people who can name ten or more Rakugoka. 55 00:04:58,110 --> 00:05:01,864 As for people who've actually gone to see Rakugo, there are even less. 56 00:05:02,698 --> 00:05:06,285 {\an8}In an age that sees us flooded with diverse forms of entertainment, 57 00:05:06,368 --> 00:05:09,288 it's harder to draw people into a single art form 58 00:05:09,371 --> 00:05:11,749 than it ever was before, and it's not even close. 59 00:05:12,458 --> 00:05:16,545 In order for the Rakugo culture to evolve into something bigger, 60 00:05:16,628 --> 00:05:19,548 what do you think a Rakugoka must be able to provide? 61 00:05:21,008 --> 00:05:21,925 What? 62 00:05:22,718 --> 00:05:25,596 Wow! It's like magic! 63 00:05:28,640 --> 00:05:30,267 Art that can captivate an audience. 64 00:05:30,351 --> 00:05:31,935 That's right. 65 00:05:32,019 --> 00:05:34,980 {\an8}Only a knockout performance that's been honed to perfection 66 00:05:35,064 --> 00:05:38,776 {\an8}can thrill an audience, and generate that kind of excitement and fervor. 67 00:05:38,859 --> 00:05:42,404 On the other hand, by passing someone who's not ready at all, 68 00:05:42,488 --> 00:05:45,282 the art form's quality will drop, and the culture will decline. 69 00:05:45,783 --> 00:05:49,661 Therefore, a Shin'uchi of the Arakawa School is expected to provide 70 00:05:49,745 --> 00:05:52,414 powerful art that can make the masses look twice. 71 00:05:53,332 --> 00:05:55,584 It's not a summit that can be reached by someone 72 00:05:55,667 --> 00:05:57,461 who doesn't even believe in his own art. 73 00:06:00,005 --> 00:06:01,799 That's quite a harsh way of putting it. 74 00:06:02,382 --> 00:06:03,801 {\an8}Naturally. 75 00:06:03,884 --> 00:06:05,803 {\an8}A Rakugoka is not only an artist, 76 00:06:05,886 --> 00:06:08,097 {\an8}but also someone who's been entrusted with a traditional art form. 77 00:06:08,764 --> 00:06:12,643 They protect the art they've inherited from their predecessors, perfect it, 78 00:06:12,726 --> 00:06:14,603 and pass it on to the next generation. 79 00:06:14,686 --> 00:06:16,855 This is the duty of Rakugoka living in the here and now. 80 00:06:17,523 --> 00:06:21,318 Those who would weaken Rakugo are not needed at Arakawa. 81 00:06:22,694 --> 00:06:25,405 So that was the reason why! 82 00:06:25,489 --> 00:06:26,657 So harsh. 83 00:06:26,740 --> 00:06:29,827 It's definitely harsh, but I totally get what he's saying. 84 00:06:30,619 --> 00:06:33,038 So he's protecting both that strictness and the culture, 85 00:06:33,122 --> 00:06:35,541 out of his pride as Rakugo's leading authority? 86 00:06:36,208 --> 00:06:39,503 Even still, he's terrifying as hell. 87 00:06:40,087 --> 00:06:41,922 It may have been to preserve the culture, 88 00:06:42,005 --> 00:06:46,552 but what a ruthless decision to make regarding his own school's apprentices. 89 00:06:47,553 --> 00:06:50,848 He's truly a demon who lives for his art. 90 00:06:53,600 --> 00:06:54,893 I see. 91 00:06:57,020 --> 00:06:58,147 I'm so glad. 92 00:06:59,064 --> 00:07:02,651 That you're someone with a vision. With conviction. 93 00:07:03,360 --> 00:07:07,948 That it wasn't a whim or purely a performance, no flimsy excuse like that. 94 00:07:08,615 --> 00:07:09,575 Is that right? 95 00:07:10,242 --> 00:07:12,327 But the thing I'm most glad about... 96 00:07:13,328 --> 00:07:14,580 is that it doesn't stop me... 97 00:07:16,540 --> 00:07:18,667 from believing in Dad's art. 98 00:07:21,962 --> 00:07:23,422 I will prove you wrong. 99 00:07:23,922 --> 00:07:25,841 With the art that you discarded! 100 00:07:26,758 --> 00:07:28,093 Thank you very much. 101 00:07:28,594 --> 00:07:29,470 If you'll excuse me... 102 00:07:35,017 --> 00:07:36,935 I'm glad, too. 103 00:07:38,103 --> 00:07:40,689 That's exactly what I wanted to hear. 104 00:07:49,948 --> 00:07:51,074 Oh. 105 00:07:59,208 --> 00:08:02,878 But now I know for sure who my competition is. 106 00:08:04,129 --> 00:08:06,798 To surpass her in every way. 107 00:08:06,882 --> 00:08:11,011 That is the minimum condition for me to take the spotlight at the Karaku Cup. 108 00:08:12,596 --> 00:08:14,515 What competition? 109 00:08:14,598 --> 00:08:16,725 I'm not even in the same league as her! 110 00:08:18,060 --> 00:08:19,770 Well, well. 111 00:08:20,771 --> 00:08:23,524 Are you by any chance the type who hates to lose? 112 00:08:23,607 --> 00:08:24,900 I like that! 113 00:08:25,734 --> 00:08:28,612 Master Ikken Arakawa. 114 00:08:29,196 --> 00:08:31,156 Do you have a minute? 115 00:08:32,574 --> 00:08:34,117 Listen, Shohei. 116 00:08:34,952 --> 00:08:37,454 Which Rakugoka is famous for the classics? 117 00:08:37,955 --> 00:08:39,581 Aside from Issho Arakawa. 118 00:08:40,165 --> 00:08:41,250 Let's see. 119 00:08:41,333 --> 00:08:43,043 There's a lot to choose from, but I'd have to say... 120 00:08:43,835 --> 00:08:47,756 Haja-Kensho, Master Enso Sanmeitei, I guess? 121 00:08:48,632 --> 00:08:49,466 But why? 122 00:08:52,553 --> 00:08:55,222 Huh? Hey, Karashi? 123 00:08:55,305 --> 00:08:56,932 What were you thinking? 124 00:08:57,015 --> 00:08:58,308 Eavesdropping like that! 125 00:08:58,392 --> 00:09:00,936 I'm so sorry. Really, I am. 126 00:09:01,019 --> 00:09:04,439 Being careful about what I say takes so much effort. 127 00:09:05,357 --> 00:09:07,025 Thank you for your hard work. 128 00:09:07,693 --> 00:09:08,902 {\an8}Kaisei. 129 00:09:09,695 --> 00:09:13,115 Why didn't you tell me about that girl? 130 00:09:13,907 --> 00:09:16,660 You of all people should be able to tell whose apprentice she is. 131 00:09:17,286 --> 00:09:19,830 I thought you'd enjoy it more that way. 132 00:09:20,664 --> 00:09:22,624 Your "thoughtfulness" was misguided. 133 00:09:23,584 --> 00:09:27,588 No matter who I'm facing, I'm only interested in the art, and nothing else. 134 00:09:27,671 --> 00:09:30,007 Needless to say, that goes for you, too. 135 00:09:31,758 --> 00:09:35,220 I lost to you today, but I'm going to catch up before you know it. 136 00:09:35,804 --> 00:09:37,431 So brace yourself, all right? 137 00:09:39,141 --> 00:09:40,809 I'm well aware of that. 138 00:09:48,692 --> 00:09:50,193 Be that as it may... 139 00:09:51,028 --> 00:09:52,738 Damn him. 140 00:09:53,614 --> 00:09:55,699 Pursuing "Shiguma's Art." 141 00:09:56,867 --> 00:09:59,911 Still pursuing an illusion, eh? 142 00:10:04,875 --> 00:10:07,502 Is she up to the task, I wonder? 143 00:10:13,008 --> 00:10:16,428 She looks so dejected, even though she won. 144 00:10:17,137 --> 00:10:20,766 It would be overstepping to ask her about her conversation with Master Issho, 145 00:10:21,266 --> 00:10:24,519 but whatever he said to her must've been quite harsh. 146 00:10:25,812 --> 00:10:28,190 Even though she blew away the audience like that... 147 00:10:29,983 --> 00:10:33,195 Rakugo is certainly a harsh world. 148 00:10:35,322 --> 00:10:36,365 Um... 149 00:10:36,990 --> 00:10:40,452 I understand that you need to report to your master at his house, 150 00:10:40,952 --> 00:10:42,621 but why am I here, too? 151 00:10:42,704 --> 00:10:45,290 Well, he insists on meeting you. 152 00:10:45,374 --> 00:10:47,250 What? Meet me? Your master? 153 00:10:47,334 --> 00:10:49,294 If you're looking for the master, he's out. 154 00:10:50,045 --> 00:10:51,922 He says it's work. 155 00:10:52,005 --> 00:10:54,257 He should be back soon, though. 156 00:10:55,342 --> 00:10:56,385 Who is that man? 157 00:10:57,135 --> 00:11:00,430 The apprentice with the longest career at the Shiguma School. 158 00:11:00,514 --> 00:11:04,142 He's Koguma Ani-san, Kyoji Ani-san, and my elder fellow apprentice. 159 00:11:04,768 --> 00:11:07,145 Maikeru Arakawa Ani-san! 160 00:11:07,229 --> 00:11:08,605 Hey, I heard! 161 00:11:08,689 --> 00:11:11,066 You competed in a Rakugo tournament for students? 162 00:11:11,149 --> 00:11:12,984 How callous is that? 163 00:11:13,068 --> 00:11:15,529 Not saying a word about it to me? 164 00:11:16,113 --> 00:11:18,532 - I'm so sor-- - It's not that I want you to apologize. 165 00:11:19,116 --> 00:11:22,285 I'm just saying that there's something you need to do first. 166 00:11:23,495 --> 00:11:24,788 Something I need to do? 167 00:11:25,914 --> 00:11:27,999 Cheers! 168 00:11:28,583 --> 00:11:32,003 Good job at the Karaku Cup! 169 00:11:32,087 --> 00:11:35,632 W-Wait, is this what you meant about "something I need to do"? 170 00:11:37,175 --> 00:11:39,261 What else would it be? 171 00:11:39,344 --> 00:11:43,140 Student event or not, being told to win with "Jugemu" is a daunting task. 172 00:11:43,223 --> 00:11:47,978 And Master Issho and Master Ikken were among the judges, right? 173 00:11:48,728 --> 00:11:51,731 The conditions couldn't be harsher, but you did great. 174 00:11:51,815 --> 00:11:54,484 How can we not reward you for that? 175 00:11:56,194 --> 00:11:58,572 But Ani-san, you didn't even lift a finger. 176 00:11:58,655 --> 00:12:02,701 Oh, wow, the beer tastes even better today! 177 00:12:04,077 --> 00:12:05,871 It's no use trying to make sense of it. 178 00:12:05,954 --> 00:12:08,039 He just wants an excuse to drink. 179 00:12:08,123 --> 00:12:09,791 Oh, so that's what it is. 180 00:12:09,875 --> 00:12:12,335 Hey, hey, Teddy Bear. 181 00:12:12,419 --> 00:12:14,588 That's a mean way of putting it, don't you think? 182 00:12:14,671 --> 00:12:15,505 Teddy Bear? 183 00:12:16,089 --> 00:12:16,965 That's right! 184 00:12:17,048 --> 00:12:19,759 "Koguma" means "Little Bear" so, "Teddy Bear"! 185 00:12:19,843 --> 00:12:21,094 How cute is that? 186 00:12:21,178 --> 00:12:22,387 Ohhhh, so cute! 187 00:12:22,471 --> 00:12:26,099 {\an8}Ani-san! How many times have I asked you to drop that nickname? 188 00:12:26,183 --> 00:12:28,101 Then how about Guma-Guma? 189 00:12:28,185 --> 00:12:29,644 Isn't that a mouthful? 190 00:12:29,728 --> 00:12:31,021 Just call me by my name, please. 191 00:12:31,104 --> 00:12:33,607 Uh, am I intruding, maybe? 192 00:12:33,690 --> 00:12:35,025 No, no, not at all. 193 00:12:37,527 --> 00:12:38,778 Well, well, well. 194 00:12:38,862 --> 00:12:41,406 I'm the one who summoned you here, and yet how rude of me. 195 00:12:42,240 --> 00:12:44,159 You're not intruding in the least. 196 00:12:44,242 --> 00:12:47,162 I'm blessed to have the chance to be with such a lovely lady. 197 00:12:48,371 --> 00:12:49,331 Hey, Ani-san! 198 00:12:49,414 --> 00:12:51,791 What do you think you're doing? She's a teacher! 199 00:12:51,875 --> 00:12:55,879 Every woman should have the same right to fall in love with me, right? 200 00:12:55,962 --> 00:12:57,214 Right? 201 00:12:57,964 --> 00:12:59,508 You don't seem too happy. 202 00:13:00,967 --> 00:13:02,093 Kyoji Ani-san! 203 00:13:02,177 --> 00:13:04,262 I heard you won the tournament. 204 00:13:04,763 --> 00:13:05,639 Congratulations. 205 00:13:07,599 --> 00:13:08,975 Here. 206 00:13:09,059 --> 00:13:10,644 The master at Umi was thrilled, too. 207 00:13:10,727 --> 00:13:11,645 AKANE, CONGRATULATIONS! COME ON OVER ANYTIME! -MIKU 208 00:13:13,063 --> 00:13:14,523 Miku-chan. 209 00:13:14,606 --> 00:13:16,733 I don't know what happened. 210 00:13:16,816 --> 00:13:19,444 And you might not be in the mood right now, 211 00:13:20,153 --> 00:13:22,906 but you have people in your life who are happy to see you succeed. 212 00:13:23,406 --> 00:13:25,700 I don't think it gets any better than that. 213 00:13:26,576 --> 00:13:30,330 I think it's okay to forget what's eating you, just for now, don't you? 214 00:13:30,830 --> 00:13:32,040 Ani-san. 215 00:13:34,543 --> 00:13:37,045 - Kyoji Ani-san! Here you go! - Right. 216 00:13:37,629 --> 00:13:40,298 Thanks, my throat's pretty parched. 217 00:13:42,634 --> 00:13:44,302 Kyoji Ani-san! 218 00:13:44,386 --> 00:13:46,346 Hey, what did you give him? 219 00:13:46,429 --> 00:13:47,681 Huh? What do you mean? 220 00:13:47,764 --> 00:13:51,351 Isn't Kyoji Ani-san's drink of choice that orange-colored liquor? 221 00:13:51,434 --> 00:13:53,395 Ani-san can't handle alcohol! 222 00:13:53,478 --> 00:13:55,063 Huh? Really? He can't? 223 00:13:55,146 --> 00:13:57,440 Seriously, how could I do that? 224 00:13:58,024 --> 00:13:59,943 I lacked that celebratory feeling! 225 00:14:00,527 --> 00:14:01,778 Kyoji Ani-san? 226 00:14:03,405 --> 00:14:07,033 Time for "Kappore"! Let's do the "Kappore" dance together! 227 00:14:07,117 --> 00:14:08,201 Kyoji Ani-san? 228 00:14:08,285 --> 00:14:10,745 He drank some alcohol, huh? 229 00:14:10,829 --> 00:14:13,290 That's Kyoji when he's hammered. 230 00:14:13,373 --> 00:14:14,708 Is that right? 231 00:14:14,791 --> 00:14:18,920 - Akane? Akane, watch me! - Nice Kyo-chin! I'll play the shamisen! 232 00:14:19,004 --> 00:14:23,633 Akane! This is called "Kappore," and it's one of the dances you do at performances! 233 00:14:23,717 --> 00:14:26,636 - Come on! Kappo... - Hey, Kyoji Ani-san, you're stumbling. 234 00:14:29,139 --> 00:14:30,724 M-Master. 235 00:14:33,768 --> 00:14:35,103 You kids... 236 00:14:36,313 --> 00:14:39,232 What's going on here, exactly? 237 00:14:40,317 --> 00:14:42,235 {\an8}If you're going to dance, put your heart into it! 238 00:14:42,319 --> 00:14:43,695 {\an8}Don't you dare slack off! 239 00:14:43,778 --> 00:14:44,738 {\an8}Are you serious?! 240 00:14:44,821 --> 00:14:46,489 Of course. 241 00:14:47,782 --> 00:14:50,535 If you call yourself an artist, you have to give it all you've got, 242 00:14:50,619 --> 00:14:52,913 whether you're having fun yourself or entertaining others. 243 00:14:53,413 --> 00:14:55,165 Do you play anything, or dance, Akaneru? 244 00:14:55,248 --> 00:14:56,958 Akaneru? 245 00:14:57,042 --> 00:14:58,668 No, nothing. 246 00:14:58,752 --> 00:15:02,213 Singing and dancing, instruments and stunts. 247 00:15:02,297 --> 00:15:04,883 There are things you can do because of your artistic range. 248 00:15:05,467 --> 00:15:09,930 You can't master Rakugo just by practicing the stories. 249 00:15:11,222 --> 00:15:14,267 Well, you have a lot to learn, huh? 250 00:15:15,852 --> 00:15:16,686 Right! 251 00:15:16,770 --> 00:15:19,230 We're gonna dance like there's no tomorrow, Akane! 252 00:15:19,314 --> 00:15:20,273 You got it! 253 00:15:28,573 --> 00:15:31,076 {\an8}Yo! Oitona! 254 00:15:31,159 --> 00:15:32,494 Yoi yoi! 255 00:15:32,577 --> 00:15:39,417 In the dark open sea 256 00:15:39,501 --> 00:15:43,338 I can see... 257 00:15:43,421 --> 00:15:49,094 The white sails 258 00:15:52,180 --> 00:15:59,145 Those are the mandarin orange boats From the Kii Province 259 00:16:01,773 --> 00:16:03,441 Make sure you keep up with us! 260 00:16:03,525 --> 00:16:04,693 Right! 261 00:16:04,776 --> 00:16:06,194 Yes, the mandarin orange boats 262 00:16:06,778 --> 00:16:09,656 Just as I thought, the world of the Rakugoka is a harsh one. 263 00:16:09,739 --> 00:16:13,827 The mandarin orange boats, 264 00:16:13,910 --> 00:16:19,290 I can see them 265 00:16:22,377 --> 00:16:24,796 Those are the mandarin orange boats From the Kii Province 266 00:16:24,879 --> 00:16:26,881 Still, that's what makes it... 267 00:16:32,595 --> 00:16:35,140 such a wonderful world, as well. 268 00:16:40,395 --> 00:16:41,229 Iyo! 269 00:16:49,320 --> 00:16:51,573 That expulsion incident from six years ago 270 00:16:51,656 --> 00:16:55,410 was the wedge driven into the current Rakugo industry by Issho Arakawa. 271 00:16:56,453 --> 00:17:00,081 The young girl following in the footsteps of her father, who was expelled that day 272 00:17:00,665 --> 00:17:04,544 wins the Karaku Cup out of nowhere in a stunning debut, huh? 273 00:17:05,420 --> 00:17:09,632 There's no way I can write an article from something I overheard. 274 00:17:10,133 --> 00:17:11,259 But... 275 00:17:11,926 --> 00:17:13,887 Let's hope the hype keeps building up... 276 00:17:13,970 --> 00:17:16,431 ...and maybe a super rookie carrying the hopes 277 00:17:16,514 --> 00:17:18,600 of the Rakugo industry could arrive on the scene. 278 00:17:19,601 --> 00:17:23,480 Even if it's from the outfield, I'll do all I can to build up the hype! 279 00:17:23,563 --> 00:17:27,108 Ani-san! I just want to set an example 280 00:17:27,192 --> 00:17:29,986 of what a good elder fellow apprentice should be! 281 00:17:30,070 --> 00:17:32,155 Yeah, yeah, that's for sure! 282 00:17:32,238 --> 00:17:34,866 - I just want Akane to understand! - Ani-san, watch out! 283 00:17:34,949 --> 00:17:37,368 - Damn it to hell! - Hell yeah! 284 00:17:37,452 --> 00:17:38,411 Falling-down drunk. 285 00:17:38,495 --> 00:17:39,579 Yes, they are. 286 00:17:51,049 --> 00:17:52,759 {\an8}- Master? - Hm? 287 00:17:53,843 --> 00:17:56,513 Oh, so you're still here. 288 00:17:57,138 --> 00:18:00,266 I hear you won the Karaku Cup. 289 00:18:00,850 --> 00:18:01,935 Good job. 290 00:18:04,062 --> 00:18:06,189 Issho Arakawa told me. 291 00:18:07,065 --> 00:18:09,025 The reason why Dad got expelled. 292 00:18:13,530 --> 00:18:14,864 Did he? 293 00:18:17,117 --> 00:18:19,869 Akane, have a seat here. 294 00:18:21,121 --> 00:18:22,747 Why don't we talk a bit? 295 00:18:24,749 --> 00:18:25,625 Right. 296 00:18:32,674 --> 00:18:35,468 Now, then, where should I begin? 297 00:18:36,928 --> 00:18:40,265 Master, did you know why Dad was expelled? 298 00:18:40,348 --> 00:18:41,349 No. 299 00:18:42,308 --> 00:18:46,354 But I'm sure it was based on how he judged his Rakugo. 300 00:18:47,438 --> 00:18:54,112 That man has always been stubborn, egocentric, arrogant, and yet... 301 00:18:54,737 --> 00:18:57,740 He was honest about one thing only. Rakugo. 302 00:19:00,451 --> 00:19:03,288 Well, not that I can accept the way he issued those expulsions, 303 00:19:03,371 --> 00:19:06,374 no matter what his reasons were. 304 00:19:09,210 --> 00:19:10,628 I'm sure you already know this yourself, 305 00:19:11,212 --> 00:19:15,717 but when a Rakugoka is expelled by his master, he normally retires. 306 00:19:15,800 --> 00:19:16,634 But... 307 00:19:16,718 --> 00:19:17,552 EXPELLED 308 00:19:17,635 --> 00:19:20,930 It's not unheard of for someone, after being expelled, 309 00:19:21,014 --> 00:19:22,515 to be allowed to train at a different school, 310 00:19:22,599 --> 00:19:25,101 and then continue his career as a Rakugoka. 311 00:19:25,185 --> 00:19:27,145 Though normally, that should never happen. 312 00:19:27,228 --> 00:19:28,062 {\an8}ARAKAWA 313 00:19:28,146 --> 00:19:32,192 {\an8}It’s a fact that post-expulsion, some have joined other schools, 314 00:19:32,275 --> 00:19:34,152 {\an8}and even became Shin'uchis. 315 00:19:35,695 --> 00:19:37,405 Then even Dad could've... 316 00:19:37,989 --> 00:19:41,868 {\an8}Yes. He had the chance to continue on as a Rakugoka. 317 00:19:42,952 --> 00:19:44,621 But Shinta... 318 00:19:45,788 --> 00:19:47,624 True, there was no avoiding expulsion. 319 00:19:48,416 --> 00:19:52,045 But there are also many masters who are eager to take you in. 320 00:19:52,128 --> 00:19:54,839 There's a way for you to continue your career 321 00:19:54,923 --> 00:19:56,925 at another school, without having to retire. 322 00:19:57,008 --> 00:19:59,594 {\an8}Don't say sad things like that. 323 00:20:02,055 --> 00:20:06,893 To train under someone is like entering into a father-son relationship. 324 00:20:08,019 --> 00:20:09,938 For me, before being considered a Rakugoka, 325 00:20:10,688 --> 00:20:13,191 I want to be the apprentice of Shiguma Arakawa. 326 00:20:17,362 --> 00:20:19,864 Forgive me for being such an incompetent apprentice. 327 00:20:32,126 --> 00:20:33,378 I don't get it. 328 00:20:34,879 --> 00:20:37,382 I don't care if he was with another school or whatever. 329 00:20:37,465 --> 00:20:39,550 I wanted him to go on being a Rakugoka. 330 00:20:41,094 --> 00:20:45,431 Or at least that's what I would've said before I started training under you. 331 00:20:47,183 --> 00:20:48,434 But now... 332 00:20:49,811 --> 00:20:53,481 I think I can kind of understand Dad's feelings about this. 333 00:20:55,692 --> 00:20:57,568 I'm glad I got to hear about it now. 334 00:20:59,737 --> 00:21:03,199 And besides, that's so like Dad, you know. 335 00:21:04,575 --> 00:21:09,205 Because I always knew how much Dad looked up to you, Master. 336 00:21:10,581 --> 00:21:12,208 And remember how he used to say, 337 00:21:13,418 --> 00:21:16,671 "I'm going to take over Shiguma's Art." 338 00:21:19,841 --> 00:21:23,928 At home, there were tons of books written about you. 339 00:21:24,929 --> 00:21:27,765 I know he respected your art, as well. 340 00:21:30,852 --> 00:21:32,687 I totally get that. 341 00:21:32,770 --> 00:21:36,024 And it's because I understand, I also have the will to become stronger. 342 00:21:40,153 --> 00:21:41,988 - Master. - Hm? 343 00:21:42,989 --> 00:21:47,785 I look forward to your continued guidance and support. 344 00:21:50,079 --> 00:21:53,249 You still have a long way to go before you can become a Shin'uchi. 345 00:21:54,917 --> 00:21:55,960 That's great. 346 00:21:57,003 --> 00:21:58,629 I wouldn't have it any other way. 347 00:23:36,310 --> 00:23:37,937 NEXT EPISODE GRADUATION 348 00:23:38,813 --> 00:23:40,648 Akane Small Talk! 349 00:23:44,235 --> 00:23:46,863 Maikeru Ani-san, I see that you can play the shamisen. 350 00:23:46,946 --> 00:23:48,948 I should learn how to play it too, right? 351 00:23:49,031 --> 00:23:52,243 Well, it's not an absolute must for Rakugo. 352 00:23:52,326 --> 00:23:54,579 But by mastering these performing arts, 353 00:23:54,662 --> 00:23:57,373 such as singing, dancing, and playing instruments, 354 00:23:57,456 --> 00:23:59,792 you can expand the range of your art in all kinds of ways. 355 00:23:59,876 --> 00:24:00,710 Right! 356 00:24:00,793 --> 00:24:02,628 For example, the story called "The Lesson Master." 357 00:24:02,712 --> 00:24:05,006 Since this Rakugo tale features a vocal instructor, 358 00:24:05,089 --> 00:24:06,465 you can't perform it unless you can sing, right? 359 00:24:06,549 --> 00:24:08,551 Oh, I've seen that one before! 360 00:24:08,634 --> 00:24:10,845 It was Kaisei... Ani-san's performance. 361 00:24:10,928 --> 00:24:12,930 Even if there's no direct link to the story, 362 00:24:13,014 --> 00:24:14,849 it will help you understand the perspective 363 00:24:14,932 --> 00:24:16,058 of the people who lived back then. 364 00:24:16,142 --> 00:24:16,976 Perspective? 365 00:24:17,059 --> 00:24:20,062 {\an8}If they're in a good mood, they'll sing a "Nagauta" or "Todoitsu," 366 00:24:20,146 --> 00:24:23,232 {\an8}and if they're upbeat after a few drinks, they'll do the "Kappore" dance. 367 00:24:23,316 --> 00:24:26,277 Because that's daily life in the Rakugo world! 368 00:24:26,360 --> 00:24:27,945 I see. 369 00:24:28,029 --> 00:24:31,073 All right! I'm going to master every single one of them! 370 00:24:31,157 --> 00:24:32,825 Good for you, Akaneru! 371 00:24:32,909 --> 00:24:37,622 To celebrate your resolve, let me show you my ultimate art! 372 00:24:37,705 --> 00:24:41,042 It's... show time! 373 00:24:41,125 --> 00:24:42,376 Wow. 374 00:24:42,460 --> 00:24:44,670 He can probably survive even if he quits Rakugo!