1979
Summer
You think we'll get busted for this?
Not a chance.
We're the wind.
No one can catch us.
Let's do it.
We're friends forever, right?
Yeah.
Bring on our support team!
Thank you!
Pops!
Leave it to us.
Go!
Meet this town's infamous gang of pranksters.
"Faculty Room"
What happened!? Ms. Kyolo!
Are you OK?
Someone over-waxed this floor!
We crave attention, and refuse to waste our precious youth on sports.
Or something like that.
"Barber Hagiwara" "Barber 'Hag'-- "
Got you this time!
Or maybe we're just running from college exams.
Maybe we needed a role model.
Like the guy who stole a motorbike and broke school windows years later.
"Caution: Bears" Like the guy who stole a motorbike and broke school windows years later.
"Caution: Bears"
We may have had deeper reasons, but basically, we just liked pulling pranks.
But it was the arrival of one man that really fueled our passion for mischief.
Halt!
This battle would be the pinnacle of our youth.
1979 would be marked by three major events.
"Monstrous Enemy" 1979 would be marked by three major events.
"Monstrous Enemy"
Space invaders...
Standardized college exams...
and...
700 Days of Battle: Us vs. the Police!
Halt!
700 Days of Battle: Us vs. the Police
As wars often do, this one began quietly.
A few days earlier As wars often do, this one began quietly.
A few days earlier
"Radar Speed Gun"
"53 kph"
You there.
Going pretty fast.
What?
"Speeding Violation" The new cop in town decided to mess with one of us.
"School suspension" The new cop in town decided to mess with one of us.
Damn pig! Who does he think he is?
You can't help picking up speed on that hill.
Setting a speed trap there is totally uncool!
He'll be sorry!
You taking on the law? You'll be arrested for civil disobedience.
You risk suspension.
He's already suspended. What difference does it make?
Further suspension will get him expelled.
So what?
You don't wanna be expelled.
It'd be worth it if that cop gets what he deserves.
Can the radar detect bicycles?
Bicycles? Theoretically speaking... yes.
You can't get ticketed, either. No license.
What do you mean?
We'll call it, "Operation Bicycle: Storm Riders"!
Faster! Faster!
"58 kph"
That was 58, Sir.
Make of the car?
It was... a bicycle.
Woo-hoo!
If you're gonna bust the car, you've got to bust us, too.
It was worth repeating.
He's got to be pretty annoyed by now.
This was genius!
Well, shall we call it a day?
I want to see some panic on his face.
If we all go together, he'll freak.
Here's where we replay the first scene.
There's a lot of them this time.
A lot?
Kids.
Halt!
It's a trap!
He's brought reinforcements!
You guys turn back!
Hold it.
Good work, Sir!
We're on bicycles! Why should we be brought here?
Yeah, let us go!
We were just fleeing from a rampaging bear!
They've been known to run 100 meters in 8 seconds.
Quiet.. "Granny Bike"
Let us go. We've committed no crime.
Then go, already.
Fatso.
Public servants can't say that!
You lousy kids!
I'm so sorry.. Officer. They just won't behave!
Your students, Mr. Terashima...
were intentionally breaking the speed limit for kicks.
Bicycles are vehicles too. You can be fined for speeding on them.
Yes, I know that, Sir.
You do?
Actually, no Sir.
Why lie then?
I'll let it go this time. Instruct them so it doesn't happen again.
Of course.
Salute the officer, boys!
No need for that.
Oh.
Then clear out' boys. Go home.
Wait... not you.
"Granny Bike".
You were under the limit.
Then why'd you bust me?
Then what happened?
"Inoue Clinic"
I don't think that cop will scare very easily.
That makes it all the more fun.
That's the spirit, Inoue. But won't you piss off your dad?
So what? I'm not wasting my youth studying for med school.
What teenager listens to parents, anyway?
Yuko! Can't you learn to knock?
Sorry. Mom told me to bring you cake.
That's so kind!
Swallow what you're eating' first.
Excuse me.
Wow' Yuko just keeps getting cuter and cuter.
That's my sister!
I bet she's graduated from "underpants" to "panties."
Focus on the cop!
That's right.
So... where was I?
Nowhere.
If he can nab us on bicycles, our only option is to try it on foot.
You mean, run?
But the speed gun detects metal. It'll take more than coins to set it off.
What's the plan, Granny Bike?
Next up... "Operation Metal Storm!"
You sure this is going to work, Granny Bike?
You were all for this! No bitching now!
This is no "Metal Storm" It's a street band.
What're they up to now?
Run!
Can't leave well enough alone, eh?
Hold it right there!
This is a $10,000 instrument. Please take good care of it.
I will.
This way.
Wait right here.
'Cuffed for the first time! Woo-hoo!
Nothing to look at here!
Being naughty again, Granny Bike?
Hi, Mika.
I'll uncuff you.
Thanks, but I doubt you can.
It looks like a toy, but you really need a key.
Whoever did this is a meanie.
Ow, ow. ow!
We were on our way to a friend's funeral.
With a wash tub?
It's for washing the cadaver.
And the instruments?
We aim to be musicians, and planned to make it a musical funeral.
He's wearing armor.
It said to dress "formally." This was the best thing in the house.
You do him honor.
Nice homage!
Don't play games with the police.
You think I'm playing here? Stopping traffic violators is serious business.
Loose law enforcement leads to bad public morale in town.
You boys...
You idiots!
I am so sorry for this!
This time, they'll be severely reprimanded!
Will you really, Mr. Terashima?
Granny Bike...
if you were going to play that at the funeral, let's hear it.
Come again?
What're you doing here?
Guys, meet Jaime. He and I went to the same middle school.
How's it going? I'm Jaime.
Why "Jaime"?
Beats me.
What?
I've brought Jaime here to take part in another grand scheme by Granny Bike!
This time, I swear to you... we will put that bastard in his place'.
All right!
You're not supposed to be in here!
Hi, Kazumi. She here for you, Granny Bike?
Kazumi seemed to have a crush on me.
"Mamachari" (Granny Bike)
Huge!
But I hadn't given her an answer.
No two on a bike.
You there, stop! Two on a bike is forbidden!
Fire!
Hey, watch it!
Fire!
Ouch! Hey.. that's dangerous!
Fire!
Knock it off.
Shingen was helpless against Nobunaga's cannons!
Don't try this at home, kids.
Fire away!
OK! Round Two!
Jaime, this is a sparkler.
I thought a variety pack would be more fun.
I've got "dragons" too.
Fire!
Those hurt.
I said I ain't "Granny Bike".
And I ain't Saijo.
You're not serious.
Who else could you be?
I'm Mexican wrestling legend, Mil Mascaras.
Only one face in town would spill out of a mask like that.
I'm actually not fat. I just look big in clothing.
Fine, whatever.
Just no bottle rockets.
I almost fired this thing.
Someone's coming for you. I'll leave the lecture to them.
It's just Terashima. Big whoop.
Yeah.
Thank you for coming!
I'm terribly sorry to have troubled you.
Mom?
I can't believe I was called out for something like this.
Sorry.
I'll be docked in pay.
Why is that?
I get paid by the hour, you know.
You wasted two hours of mine. You owe me $12.
I don't have it.
This is a small town. Don't male yourself a laughing stock.
In front of the station...
a new type of supermarket called a "convenience store" just opened.
It's not a supermarket.
Well, I start working there tonight. So go on ahead home, okay?
Gotcha.
Can I borrow the bicycle?
Sure.
Light's off.
It makes the pedaling heavier.
It's the law.
Well, I say it's OK.
You're a rebel.
Try not to make people laugh at you.
All right, now go.
You're leaking! People are laughing!
It's not over yet!
Why are we sweeping? It's summer vacation!
Can't be helped. It's our punishment.
Beats suspension.
From what? School's already out. This was pretty clever of him.
Don't give him any credit.
Why should we take orders from a cop? He's not our teacher.
Are they working hard enough for you?
Yes, the place sure looks tidy.
I've a bad heart, you know.
I haven't had the strength to do much cleaning.
They're lifesavers.
Glad to hear it. Feel free to use these boys as you please.
You're too kind.
Keep up the good work.
God is watching.
"Use them as you please"?
It's hard to work without a reward.
Temples make pretty good money. Maybe we'll be paid for this.
You think?
Yeah, straight from the offering box.
Forget it!
I almost forgot! I have something for your trouble.
Here. take these.
Thank you!
"Easy Childbirth Amulet"
Useless.
A bad heart, huh?
You're tuned to All Night Radio Nippon!
I say we use a car this time.
No, that defeats the purpose. The point is to mock him by not using a car.
And none of us can drive.. anyway.
What about Tsujimura?
That's right!
I've got a license.
To drive a car? That's not possible.
Didn't you know? I've repeated a grade... twice.
If you need a driver, call me anytime.
We shall.
Why're you talking all formal? Cut that out!
We could even go on a road trip, man! I mean... may we?
Now you're mixing... formal and informal!
Tough decision.
My parents say...
if I have time to sit around here with you guys, I have time to study.
If we can't come here, what'll we use as our base?
Taka's place.
Don't be stupid! You know it's a zoo!
"Takaaki"
OK.. all you little ones to bed! Your brother has exams to study for.
What? I wasn't planning on it.
Hey, Big Sis! Let me use the prefab once in a while. I've got to study.
That would be pointless. Your grade point average is 0.0!
There's no such thing. 1.0 is the lowest possible.
No college would accept an idiot like you!
How would you know about college?
Mom and dad found you... abandoned by some idiot parents!
One look at dad and you, and it's obvious I wasn't.
Shut the hell up! We found the both of you!
What?
Just kidding. Scared you, eh?
We decided to move our strategy meetings to a local cafe.
But cafes are for adults... not easy places for high schoolers to enter.
Sorry I'm late.
Did you order something?
Not yet.
Well, let's order.
Excuse me!
Yes?
Hot one, please.
And you guys?
Psst, what's "a hot one"? What's so hot?
Coffee.
- Same. - Same. - Same! - Same!
OK.
So what's our next scheme, Chief Granny Bike?
I don't know yet.
I thought of one.
What? Are you sure about this, Saijo?
Trust me.
"S&M Madam"
Look.
We lay these out on his desk.
And in his locker. his desk . drawers.. everywhere we can.
They'll be spotted by the first person who asks for directions.
Our poor peace officer...
will be branded a twisted pervert!
Our town won't stand for it.
In short, he'll be transferred.
Sorry for the wait.
Who knew such beauty existed in this town?
Hot, right?
Yes, we're all hot!
The next day
I've been struck by love. At least I think it's love.
Hey, where do you think you're going?
Catch me, Granny Bike!
Here you go.
What's he up to now?
Hi.
Welcome.
Viennese coffee.. please.
I'll have a Blue Mountain special.
Of course.
Another day
Somebody order a coffee.
- I'm fine. - Me, too.
I'll have chocolate cake.
OK.
One chocolate cake.
And another day
She smiled at me.
You guys have forgotten our mission! You're just here to see her!
It's about time you figured that out.
This is the entire series.
Not an easy thing for minors like us to get.
We have Tsujimura, a legal adult to thank for that!
Just leave it to me! I'm your guy!
Quiet!
Serving as our courageous agent...
will be Granny Bile!
- I knew it! - Leave it to the Chief!
Granny Bike!
Good luck!
Sure.
Listen up, everybody!
I've fallen in love!
With you-know-who from the cafe!
If you don't count my 3rd grade teacher, Miss Irie, this is my first love!
If I succeed in this mission and make it back alive...
I will confess my feelings to her. What say you?
That you should, Chief Granny Bike!
She's sure to reward your valor with her affections.
Promise you'll make it back.
Those rubbery noodles we all shared at Midoriya...
were the best ever.
Wait for me, Cafe Princess!
"Out on patrol"
Can I help you?
You... from the cafe!
Yes!
Come to see my husband?
Your husband?
You have a visitor, dear.
So you're saying...
you found these smutty magazines in the park.
Correct!
The entire series intact... and on the ground.
Correct!
Here you are.
What're you looking at?
Kanako, this young man is delivering lost items.
How upstanding!
Read me the titles.
Here.. see for yourself.
Sorry.. I've got bad vision.
Read them for me, so I can file a report.
"Lonely Wives..."
"Bound and gagged in a hot candle wax hell"
"Please, no! Don't tell my husband"
I can't do this!
These pages are stuck together.
It wasn't me...
I'll kill Saijo.
Say what?
Nothing! It's nothing!
The man is cruel. Too cruel!
First the heartbreak, then the shame.
Knowing she's his wife makes you think twice about our mission.
Why's that?
'Cause making his life hard means making it hard for her.
She's too beautiful to suffer.
Don't go soft on me.
Then again.. if we buddy up to him, we might see a lot more of her.
Yeah.
Not "Yeah."
Lovely Kanako.
So her name's Kanako.
Likes the Doobie Brothers... works at a cafe to kill time.
Enough information!
That cop... what a lucky stiff. Married to such a beauty.
Living under one roof.
And of course, at night...
Dammit!
Tsujimura, you don't know her.
Oh, yeah.
So he's got a beautiful wife. I'm not letting that stop me.
You should talk, "porn king."
Until his defeat. I live in abstinence. .
Spare us.
A once-in-a-lifetime oath. I will erase erotic cravings from my mind!
A truly silly oath.
Look! A wind-blown skirt!
Oh, mercy me! Stop that, you pesky wind!
Spare us.
Ah. milk.
"l love Tochigi"
Who's she?
Probably some girl he saved.
What took you?
Wh-wh-wh-wh-what?
Definitely intimate.
How dare he cheat on a wife so beautiful as Kanako.
It's unforgivable.
The dirty rat.
He probably overlooks infractions by beautiful women in exchange for favors.
Say what?
Can we entrust a man like that with public safety?
He abuses his authority to lure babes of all nations.
You! You have any idea what you just did?
You're going to pay for cheating on such a wonderful wife!
Don't be stupid!
She's my sister!
Nice try! An ugly cretin like you can't have a sister who looks like that!
She's Kanako's sister!
Kanako's what?
Ms. Kanako's sister?
Ms. Kanako's sister.
I'm Minako.
I'm Inoue.
No introductions.
Get back here!
I'm home.
I missed you.. Sweetie.
What're you jerks... doing here?
I am so sorry for assaulting you the other day!
Our summer project is to interview people who support our police.
You're in high school. That sounds more like a grade school project.
Our hero returns home, calls his wife "Sweetie."
Stop taking notes.
These guys are fun.
Don't say that.
Would you all like some popsicles?
Yeah!
These idiots don't deserve popsicles.
Here you go.
How does it taste coming from her?
Like a store-bought popsicle, what else? Eat it and leave.
Officer, are you into stargazing?
Doesn't suit him.
That's Minalo's.
Wow, really?
I'm studying Astronomy at college.
I came because the stars are more visible here.
So you'll be here all summer?
Yes. Know any good viewing spots?
We have a balcony.
From my place.. you can see the M78 Nebula.
From mine.. you can see Ultraman's house in the M78 Nebula!
Shut your trap.
You can see... TV stars at my house.
Go home!
Inoue seemed to have fallen hard for Minako.
"Romeo and Juliet"
Uh, hello?
Karasuyama Police.
Can I help you?
I've kind of fallen for a girl.
Inoue?
Um... yes.
For Minalo?
Yes, Sir.
Hey Minako! It's Inoue!
Like I'd really call her. Fool!
You can do it!
I've flown here on the wings of love.
Ms. Minako?
Hi, Romeo.
Inoue?
So much for your wings of love.
Don't give up.
"Summer School in session"
We were contacted by the police.
"Counselor's Office" We were contacted by the police.
Did you deliver pornographic magazines to them?
Yes.
That you found?
Yes, I did.
I see.
By the way, here's the latest issue in the series.
Confiscated from Saijo.
What were you up to? Tell me!
Nothing. Honest.
Listen up! Saijo may be a bad seed.
But he isn't cunning enough to do something like this on his own.
Tell him, Granny Bike, please. Tell him you had a hand in this.
"Boys"
Hey, Granny Bike! Your bicycle's here.
Really? Why's it over there?
No way!
It's a mistake!
No, wait! It's not what you think!
It's begun. The cop's revenge has begun!
Man, he's childish.
You let down our guard 'cause of that pretty wife.
Your love of smutty magazines started it, Saijo.
How can you be so horny and not be attracted to the cop's wife?
'Cause she's his wife.
Plus. I'm celibate. .
Still? Don't strain yourself.
I'll prove it.
I stole this bear from Yuko's room.
- I'm returning it. - I'll kill ya.
We haven't time for this!
He's right. This is a declaration of war!
A declaration of war?
Yes.
Well, bring it on then!
But someday... he could be my brother-in-law.
No way!
You're up against college guys a million times cooler than you.
A million times?
Up to mischief again?
Mika? This is a high school.
Didn't you know? In the summer, this pool is open to the public.
That's right.
Need some help?
No, thanks.
Come on, let's do it.
"Let's do it"? Watch your mouth. I'm celibate here.
You're obsessed!
Mika.. I thought I told you no swimming.
Stop worrying, Mom. I'll be fine.
Did she catch a cold?
Yes... sort of.
Help!
I left work to get you.
I wanna play!
Here you are.
It's deformed.
It tastes the same.
The bicycle key.
Catch.
Later.
- Hello. - Hi.
What's up?
Shopping.
Here?
Yeah, it's "convenient".
True.
I made you curry for dinner.
Girlfriend?
No. Nuh-uh.
Isn't this Eri who came by the other day?
Who? I don't know any Eri!
Then Megumi, who you took to the theme park?
Who is that?
Wait, are you his...?
A lady I don't know.
But she made you curry?
She's a nice lady.
Thanks.
"The injured Person Trick"
Officer, come quick! A man's fallen in the park!
What?
What happened? Give him room!
How'd it hap - -?
Sorry to worry you. I just ate too much.
"Midoriya Noodle Shop"
Rubber noodles.. please!
Stop calling my fried noodles "rubber"!
Well they taste like rubber, you old witch.
And you're a pervert.. Saijo.
Rubber for me. too. .
Sure thing. I'll go fry up some rubber bands now.
So. it's true!
I didn't expect he'd "fall for it" so easily.
He didn't fall. he vanished! .
Here you are.
- That was quick! - Nice work, granny.
It was already made.
What, is your daughter back?
Don't push it.
Dig in!
- What's wrong? - It's hot!
- Oh my God! - You're slow!
My stomach's burning! I'm gonna die!
"Chiba's Life in a Flash"
Chiba with family, Age 0.
Chiba's first curry, age 4.
That was good. Chiba's first curry, age 4.
Chiba's first sushi, age 8.
This is good! Chiba's first sushi, age 8.
Chiba's first Thai food, age 13.
This is weird, this Tom Y am soup. Chiba's first Thai food, age 13.
"Chili Pepper"
And you call yourself a grown-up?
This is all-out war!
Welcome to our annual summer Motorbike Safety workshop.
Let me introduce our new police officer.
Officer Nakajima.
Hello.
Greet him!
Hello.
- Is everything set? - Absolutely.
Officer Nakajima has brought along a friend to say a few words.
"Officer Taro the Safety Boy"
First, I broke the mouth on that dummy.
I call it "Operation Stuck-Mouth."
Your mouth's stuck.
"Motorized bicycles" must share the road with other automobiles...
which subjects them to rules different from bicycles, right Taro?
That's correct, Officer. I obey those rules.
Where's the ventrilo... quism?
At least change your voice!
I'm glad to hear it, Taro.
But I run through train turnstiles.
Shame on you!
Don't encourage him by laughing.
He never intended to do ventriloquism.
No wonder Taro looks "dumbstruck".
- Good one. - Our plan failed!
Not to worry. There is another.
"Operation Stuck Bird!"
The proper way to make birdlime
We smeared the bike seat with loads of sticky birdlime.
Let me give you a demonstration.
Once he sits on that bike. . he'll be going home in his underpants.
Yes! The operation is a success.
His pants are now part of the bike.
If your turn signal is broken, this means left, this means right.
Make your turns as wide as possible. Turn out, then in.
Out, then in.
Now, lets have one of you try it.
Huh?
What happened?
You, with the pompadour hair.
Who. me? That's OK. . I can do that already.
Very well. Provide us with a good example, then.
Do it, Saijo!
Oh, wait. I've another bike.
Ride this one.
This ends our workshop.
Did you learn anything, Taro?
I sure did.
So... wanna get a drink?
Shame on you!
OK.. everyone's dismissed. Salute!
"Saijo"
He's so dead!
"Saijo"
The strongest fighter since middle school.
But never picked a fight himself.
Nevertheless, he was kicked out of his high school, and came to ours a straggler.
How did Saijo become one of us?
What's wrong?
I have to make it to the hospital before it closes.
Hey!
You!
"Operation Shoplift Scam"
Stop! Thief!
Stop those shoplifters!
Shoplifters? Hold it right there!
Hey, Mika!
So now you've taken to shoplifting.
We didn't!
I saw you stuff a Walkman in that bag!
Every teen would kill for a Walkman.
We didn't do it.
Then let's see.
No! You can't.
If there's no Walkman, then why not?
You just CAN'T... open this.
You're only proving your guilt. Give it here.
DON'T... open it.
What is this?
God, it reeks!
How to make a really foul-smelling dish rag
1200 ml of milk.
4 packs of Natto.
And 2 dried mackerel.
Ferment for 8 days.
Wash rag in gutter.
The stench!
I told you not to open it.
No, don't.
Like I said... don't open it.
I'm sorry I wrongly accused you.
No, no, we were wrong to give you that impression.
But why the rags and...?
A clean the city campaign.
- And the chicken? - Gotta run.
Yes, let's.
We still have cleaning to do.
I understand.
Excuse me.
He's following us.
Why don't we split up?
Good idea.
- We'll go this way. - See ya later.
He's coming.
Hey.
Let's call a truce.
There's a great yakitori place in the next town. Care to join me?
No, we couldn't.
I see. Well.. I guess I'll join Kanako and Minako alone, then.
We'd love to!
What? Really?
I could eat yakitori daily.
The first solid food I ever ate.
Well, what are we waiting for? Let's go!
Hello, come on in! I was just leaving.
Wait a second. Don't just split!
This guy's good.
You finding this fun? Riding in a squad car?
Isn't the next town the other way?
I'm taking a detour. I want to show you something.
Come take a look.
What do you think?
Pretty.. huh? This town.
You'll be leaving it soon.
For Tokyo, no doubt.
Saijo... when your father died.. your mother settled here.
She worked herself to the bone to raise you by herself.
High school's an important time.
Why not spend it on more worthy pursuits?
Let me get my cigarettes.
Ha! Gotcha, you pea brains.
You twerps can wall home from here!
Adieu!
He's dead.
No longer a public servant.
I knew it! He was just pulling our legs!
By the way... there are bears out here. I advise you to stay alert.
He dies twice. Like in that James Bond film... I'll kill him twice.
I guess that makes us square.
This guy's good.
Damn them!
"Inoue the Great"
Inoue?
"Join me for stargazing tomorrow at 8?'
Wow, what an incredible spot!
Thank you, Inoue.
There's Kelb-al-Rai...
in the Serpent Bearer constellation.
It's hard to believe...
it's 63 light years away.
Wow, you really know your stars!
Sorry I kept it secret.
I loved Astronomy as a kid. I even got nicknamed "The Little Prince."
Cor Serpentis.
Really? Teach me more!
Don't, you'll make me blush.
I want to see the Southern Cross.
Disaster strikes!
Saijo's in the hospital?
You didn't have to come see me.
I brought you flowers.
Thanks.
Here.. 300 grams of pork ribs.
- Gee. - Here.
"Dokaben," volumes 2, 5 and 9.
I doubt I'll read them but...
My favorite kite.
I rushed over here. How about a smile?
Fine, now leave.
A bike accident.. though, huh?
What happened?
I just wiped out, that's all.
No one else got hurt.
Please leave.
Fine.
Hold on!
Steal some fireworks?
There's a big show in the next town.
They hold it every August. Let's swipe some of theirs.
You mean like outright stealing?
It'll freak the hell out of our cop.
Think of the commotion it will cause! He'll go out of his mind!
We'll have him sweating bullets!
Why're you all here?
Planning another prank?
Stop it, or you'll end up like him.
Who called you?
I'm required to check into your accident.
Later.
I'm a busy man... but not really. So I'll go chat with the nurse.
Nurse! You're looking radiant as usual.
And no eavesdropping!
But you're talking theft! Expensive fireworks, too!
You need a license to handle them. They're treated as explosives.
If caught, we'll get expelled and thrown in juvenile hall.
I know that. I ain't stupid.
That's why you're free to bail out. I'll go with whoever's left.
I don't want a police record over a stupid prank.
Saijo's gone overboard.
You think stealing fireworks is his real aim?
What do you mean?
I'm not sure.
I forgot my wallet.
In Saijo's room?
It'll be hard going back.
Mika Maezono? Little Mika.
The next town's fireworks are too far away to see.
These will be right outside.
Nobody's going to shoot off fireworks right outside the hospital.
They will. God knows you can't go see them.. so He'll bring them to you.
There is no God.
There is. But if He brings fireworks, you have to agree to the operation.. OK?
Fine, but it won't happen.
Then it's a deal.
Cross my heart.. hope to die. Stick a needle in my eye...
Just let us take her out of the hospital one night. One night can't hurt, right?
She seems plenty fit for it.
She has a congenital heart disease. She needs an operation.
Will that cure it?
Yes, but she hasn't consented to it.
Why not?
'Cause she's 7! She's scared.
She says she's going to die.
So she's still going on about fireworks?
We said we'd bring her some sparklers, but she insists on "real" ones.
The kind that light up the sky.
But the hospital can't be held responsible for allowing her to leave.
Hey.
Everyone leave?
Yes.
I'll go see him, then.
OK.
Stay out of trouble.
Yes, Sir.
"24th Municipal Summer Fireworks Show"
Hello.
This place has great ice-cream.
I never knew.
But you're a local.
Locals don't hang out at tourist traps.
The ice-cream at the convenience store is the worst! It comes all deformed.
I totally agree.
You guys still at war?
I suppose.
Sounds fun.
It's hard work.
He's kind of scary, right?
Yeah, a little.
I'm not supposed to tell anyone this.. but I was once in a bike gang.
What?
We were pretty famous back home. We gave the fuzz grief every day.
The fuzz? You, Ms. Kanako?
Not too shabby.
Then I had an accident. I survived but my friend didn't.
"He" constantly pleaded for my freedom from the gang.
I beg you... let Kanako leave!
After that incident, he was demoted to a local beat cop.
But he impressed me. Like a hero.
Not now, though, huh?
Yes, he is!
He worries about you guys, just like he did for me.
That I can't believe. He hates our guts.
You think so?
He talks about you guys at dinner all the time.
Saijo did this, Granny Bike said that.
I feel honored.
Then buy me an ice-cream.
Another one?
Why are you here.. Granny Bike?
To escape the heat.
Come to cool off, huh?
Tell me, Saijo...
What?
Why didn't you say it was for Mika?
'Cause she'd be blamed?
That's way cool.
But you can't move around.
How do you plan to pull this off in your condition?
This is nothing. I can get around, don't worry.
Like Hell you can.
What do you know? Shut up and leave.
Fine, I'm going.
Wait.
Do it for me.
I want Mika to get well.
See? Way too cool.
"Fireworks Heist"
"How not to get arrested"
Excuse me, have you seen our ball? Oh, here it is.
Forget the sports thing.
Too obvious.
A hippo? What's wrong with me?
It's a mole... a mole.
"Help Mika get well..."
"with a fireworks display! Operation Fireworks Heist!"
"Fireworks will go up outside the window."
"Chiba Butcher Shop"
"To Chiba"
"Gather at the park at 4."
Welcome!
"To Takaaki"
"To Inoue the Great"
I'm returning to Tokyo next Wednesday. School's starting.
Oh... I see.
My sister says I should stay to see the fireworks that night.
Well... can I see you off at the station?
"Karasuyama Central Hospital"
You've been pretty quiet lately.
Not for long.
Fine. Bring it on.
"Fireworks Show"
Mom, let me use the bike.
Whatever you're planning, just make sure it goes well.
See ya.
Bye.
"Operation Fireworks Heist"
It's 4 o'clock! Everybody.. fall in!
I guess not. Figured as much.
I can't do this alone.
This is so embarrassing!
Why do I have to play this role?
Your nickname, Jaime, comes from "The Bionic Woman"?
Actually.. girls clothes suit me.
But I couldn't get a bra.
But that's critical for hiding the fireworks.
Who's got a bra big enough to hold real fireworks?
Darn it.
What?
There is someone!
What's up?
Um...
What?
There are fireworks tonight.
Huh? Oh yeah, there are.
Can I borrow a bra?
Please lend me a bra.
- It's not... - I know!
Oh, good. That's a relief.
Wait here.
A bra... a bra.
Thanks. I'll return it washed!
It's just the two of us.
I know it's for Mika. But if we're caught, the penalty will be stiff.
You ready?
Yes.
Chiba!
What's a police record to a butcher?
Thanks, man.
Inoue's not coming.
I thought not.
I tried to convince him.
Really? Thanks for trying.
Thanks.
OK. lets do it!
Yeah!
Wait!
Can I put on a little more makeup, first?
Mika.. I told you no running!
Hi, Officer. See ya.
More chipper than usual.
It's tonight's fireworks.
I see. You're letting her out?
No. She says a special display is planned for nearby.
I told her it isn't. But she says Saijo promised.
Saijo?
Probably some sparklers.
I said no running!
Just follow the plan I wrote.. please.
Right!
"Danger!"
First, Chiba infiltrates the staff.
Excuse me. I was told to help carry boxes.
Oh. Follow me.
You there! This is no place for students. I might kill ya.
"School Newspaper"
We're reporters for our school paper.
To hell with your school paper! Nobody agreed to this.
I did.
You, Boss?
I'll handle the interview. Take a break.
Chow time.. guys!
Get the boss and the work stops. Then cue Jaime.
Do you mind if we take your photo?
Yes, I mind. I don't take good photos. No photos.
Unless she joins me.
Who. me? I'd love to! .
How about a wedge?
Big chest.
Get in close. Say cheese.
Chiba gets fuses and powder.
Safe.
What're you doing?
Uh... nothing.
That's not chocolate.
Oh, it isn't? I thought it was. Can't eat this then, eh?
It's gunpowder. You'll blow up!
It all hinges on how beautifully you can make it scatter.
The size of the explosion, the speed... that's where I make my mark.
Therein lies a pyrotechnician's skill.
Sometimes. I'm a man...
Ouch! What's this?
I'm a genius!
What got you into this business?
Wanna know? It's long.
I don't mind.
Wanna know? It's long.
I don't mind.
Wanna know? It's long.
I don't mind.
The war had ended. Kanjiro Shimoda...
Jaime hides the explosives in his bra.
That's when I realized I should stop wasting time, and find some real work.
But times were hard. No one was hiring.
The best I could do was to become a grocer's apprentice.
Very good.
No, it wasn't.
And then you entered the fireworks trade?
You'd think so, but it wasn't that simple.
I ended up a rice seller's apprentice.
But I hated that boss, too. So I punched him and left.
And that brought you to the fireworks business.
You'd think so, but it wasn't that simple.
I found myself in Iwate, working in a coal mine.
I fell ill, and had to quit.
So you found the fireworks business.
You'd think so, but it wasn't that simple. I fled south.
Shouldn't you start to get ready?
You don't need to know how I got here?
- No. - OK, back to work!
Start the prep!
Miss, your chest has grown bigger.
Dirty old man.
Please accept this for your time.
It's not much.
If we don't hurry, we won't make it by 8.
He wouldn't stop talking.
You acted too interested, Granny Bike.
Oh, God.
Will there really be fireworks at 8?
Yeah.
Not little ones, but big ones, right?
Jumbo size.
I bet my Dad will enjoy them in heaven.
In heaven?
He promised to take me to see them last year... before his car accident.
But he can see them from heaven, right?
Sure. He's got the best seat.
Hooray!
We're trapped in here.
We gotta hurry.
What're you up to?
Huh?
Tell me.
Reporting.
Why're you in drag?
To be festive.
You're up to something.
Let me see that.
No, I'd rather you didn't.
I'm so sorry Saijo... Mika.
A fight!
Officer! Come quick!
You guys wait here.
Move aside!
Takaaki.
A decoy.
Thanks, Takaaki!
Get up, you!
Break it up! Break it up!
You OK?
Wait a second.
No way. That was pretty sneaky.
Granny Bike!
Safe.
Whoa!
Nice work, Granny Bike.
All right. Stand by.
OK!
Oh no.
It's him.
He doesn't give up!
One crisis after another.
No, now it's all over.
That's far enough.
Hand me those fireworks.
I can't. We have to fire these.
I can't allow that.
You need a license for that.
I made a promise!
I promised a friend!
I have to launch this.
It's OK.
You don't have to.
I appreciate your concern but....
this is something...
I have to do.
I'll arrest you.
I don't care.
Put out your hands.
Not right now!
Thief! Car thief!
You've gotta be kidding!
- Leave this to me! - Halt!
Hurry, it's nearly 8!
Inoue... you came.
I want to show her fireworks.
Hey!
Don't start without me.
Takaaki.
You guys all look like crap!
Look who's talking.
Shut up.
The gang's all here.
What do you say we fire off these puppies?
Yeah!
Please light.
Fireworks!
Beautiful!
You think they're watching?
'Course!
Aren't you seeing Minako off?
That's okay.
Why not?
Did she dump you?
We're here.
Guys.
What's happened?
Saijo...
thanks to you, they're all under arrest.
I'll kill you, Cop!
What's this?
More fireworks!
I don't get it.
I said you didn't have to do it.
What?
I paid the fireworks bill, Sir.
Keep quiet, stupid.
$4,000
They cost this much?
There goes my bonus.
Includes labor costs for the technicians.
No way.
You did all this?
Yeah, why?
I don't know what to say.
If you want someone to thank, thank your friends.
You were arrested for theft.
But the head technician says he received money from Granny Bike.
"l love Tochigi"
Nice man.
So I guess you're all...
free to go.
Thanks, Granny Bike!
Pretty.. eh Mika?
Yeah!
Let's watch.
Get back to the fireworks site. I need you for crowd control.
Yes, Sir.
I'm going to the station. It'll be busy there, too.
Anyone care to join me?
Minako!
Inoue!
Please... please come again.
I saw the fireworks.
That was the Southern Cross you promised, wasn't it? It was beautiful.
So that's the story.
One more! One more!
So that concluded the first 108 days of our 700-day battle with the police.
In relative terms, we're still in the Jurassic age.
Mika is vibrant and healthy.
And our war with the cop...
entered its second chapter after Saijo stole the police box's red lamp.
Hello.
Not three on a bike!
Four?
Halt!
Give me back my lamp!
Stop!
Good work!
Graduation is still a long way off.