New Sumiya
I apologize for bothering you with such an unexpected request.
Thank you so much for taking care of it.
That's all right.
I am sure that the guest who brought these in will be pleased with your work.
I do hope so. Thank you very much for entrusting us with them.
Kinme-san, was it? If something else comes up, we may be contacting you again.
Of course! Kinme Cleaning would be very happy to serve you.
This is the front desk.
Yes. So you are finished with the bath?
The ceiling is so high!
Yes. I'll be sure to replace those later.
I've never been to such a magnificent old inn before.
Oh. Yes. I see.
Thank you for letting me know.
It sounds like they just finished cleaning.
Really? In that case...
I feel this must be another good sign.
If you have time, would you like to take a dip?
We have an open-air bath on the roof that we call the Sky-High Bath.
Would you like to try it out?
Wash It
All Away
Episode 6 Pop, Pop, Boom
Ahh.
This really is sky high!
It was time for my lunch break anyway. I'm sure this is fine.
The festival...
I had so much fun.
Thank you very much.
The water was just right.
My pleasure. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
The view was also amazing. Truly spectacular!
I do feel a little ashamed using the bath when I came for a delivery, though.
It's quite all right.
Oh, actually,
since you're already here, would you mind if I asked you to do one more thing?
This time it's not for a guest.
Of course. I would be happy to help.
Didn't you also say that you could clean items other than clothes?
Yes, I did.
We also clean bags, shoes, leather and fabric accessories, and oth—
This is who I meant.
A traditional Japanese doll?
I happened to find her the other day when I was cleaning at home.
I bought her for my daughter when she was little,
so it doesn't seem right to just throw her away.
I thought I might clean her up so I can put her on display somewhere.
At first, I was planning to clean her myself,
but as soon as I tried combing her hair,
it got tangled up and I was afraid of damaging it or yanking some out.
It appears a little too difficult for me.
What do you think? Or is a doll too far outside your area of expertise?
The fabric looks like it's probably real kimono material.
Her makeup still remains intact,
but her face and hands are filthy.
But this is probably grime from being handled.
The hostess's daughter must have taken this doll with her everywhere.
Um, I've never taken care of a traditional doll before,
so I'm not sure if it will live up to your expectations or not,
but I will do my best to restore her to her original beauty.
Please allow me to give it a try.
New Sumiya
This might turn out to be a pretty difficult job.
I felt like I owed her for letting me use the bath for free.
But I shouldn't turn down a request from a brand new customer, anyway.
Hopefully, this will lead to other opportunities as well.
Kyusho-kun!
Hello. You're sure out early today.
Yeah. We just had the end-of-term assembly.
Oh, that's right. Students go on summer break starting tomorrow.
I'm so jealous!
Well, actually, I get stuck helping out at home because the inn gets so busy.
We're right on the beach, so we get tons of tourists,
and there are fireworks shows like every week.
Oh, I see what you mean. Yes, that would be a lot to handle.
But since it finally is summer vacation,
be sure to drop it off sometime, okay?
Huh?
I still haven't forgotten about it.
Sure. Another time.
Welcome.
Even if it's my first time,
the essential principles of washing and stain removal are the same.
Examine the condition closely...
and assess the nature of the stains.
Work without haste...
and with great care.
Wait.
I don't know why, but...
This should be my first time working on a Japanese doll,
and yet it somehow feels very familiar.
Oh, I see.
I must have done jobs like this before I lost my memory.
New Sumiya
Oh my goodness!
Just look at how clean she's gotten!
Thank you so much for this.
Not at all.
And right on the heels of your last job.
So how about you take a break in our grand bath this time?
Oh, no. I can't keep imposing on you.
Please, be my guest. You do like hot springs, don't you?
Ladies Atami Hot Springs
Now let's see what tomorrow brings.
Wash It All Away
Atami Moon Terrace
Guesthouse Inn Ishimochi
Sure. Another time.
Oh.
Hmm.
Kinme-san!
Over here.
Oh! Good morning!
You're always such an early bird.
Yes, the town is usually pretty quiet at this hour.
You can say that again.
Oh, actually, this is great timing.
Can I send some laundry along with you?
Certainly.
I meant to take it to you a few days back,
but things get so busy this time of year.
Well, it is summer vacation.
Tonight is another fireworks show, so we're all booked up.
Oh, there's another one tonight?
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Please help us keep your trip to Atami safe and comfortable.
Yeah. It's pretty much every week now.
So is Kyusho-kun lending a hand again?
Sure is.
I'm running him ragged these days.
He's in the back. Should I get him?
No, that's all right. Anyway, I'll take care of these.
Thanks a bunch!
Sure.
All right.
Have a good time!
See you later!
Bye-bye!
Buzz, buzz-buzz, bu-bu-bu-buzz.
I guess it's that season again.
Hey there, twins!
Sup!
Heya!
If you're just killing time, come and give me a hand.
No can do! We're on our way to work right now, ma'am!
Oh! That looks like a Kyu-kun!
Hey!
Man, it's so hot outside! Must be nice in there.
Nah, it's really hot inside too. We don't even have the AC on.
Gotta go.
Okay. Later!
See ya!
Kinme Cleaning
Kyu.
The guests will be arriving soon.
Okay.
Oh, hey, I saw Kinme-san this morning.
You didn't have anything for her to wash, did you?
No, not right now.
No? Okay, good.
Oh?
It looks like this button is coming loose.
Yeah.
I'll fix this one for you on the house.
I appreciate that. I'm no good with stuff like that.
Guesthouse Inn Ishimochi
Welcome! Glad to have you!
I can take your luggage.
I'll show you to your room. This way, please.
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Magisa
Sure is busy.
Yes.
It definitely is summer vacation.
Yeah.
Huh?
What's wrong?
What?
I never see you with such a long face.
Oh.
Well, actually, at the festival the other day...
Whoa! With a customer's kid?
Shh!
H-Honestly, it was just an accident. I was still wearing my festival mask,
but our lips did sort of bump against each other.
Oh, come on. Then it doesn't even count.
B-But ever since then, I've felt like he's been avoiding me.
Huh.
Th-That must mean I made him uncomfortable, right?
Huh?
H-How am I ever supposed to face that customer again?
Huh?
What? Huh?
That is so like you, Kinme-san.
Wh-What do you...
The kid is still in high school, right?
Uh, yes.
You didn't make him uncomfortable. He's probably just embarrassed about it.
Embarrassed? But why?
The fact that you don't get it is so adorable, Kinme-san.
Don't waste any energy worrying about it.
It'll work itself out in time.
A-Are you sure about that?
Yeah, I'm sure about that.
Hah! Hilarious.
'Scuse me. I brought you some more water.
Thank... you.
K... Kuriru-chan!
Oh, Kinme-san? Sup.
What are you doing? How long have you been here?
What am I doing? My job.
And how long? Well, before you and your friend came in.
Oh, the girl who took your order is another part-timer.
You two know each other?
Sup. She's my wardrobe advisor.
Oh, I should have guessed.
Kuriru-chan, did you, uh, hear all of that?
All of what?
Wh-What we were talking about.
Huh? Not a word. I'm way too busy right now.
Can I order, please?
Ah, coming!
Anyway, enjoy.
I can't be talking about things like that in public.
I need to be more careful.
Oh, sounds like they're starting.
Yes, it does.
Let's pay up and head outside.
Sure.
Thank you very much.
Whoa!
Wow!
It's so pretty.
Hey, son. Another beer, please.
Sure.
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Sushi
Here ya go.
Come in. Go ahead and take a seat.
Plates, tea cups, beer mugs, kanpyo rolls...
It gets way too busy on fireworks days!
Ugh, fireworks.
Episode 7 You Should Leverage Your Assets!!
Next time is "You Should Leverage Your Assets."