01x08 - The Rice Riot That Shook the Capital

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It's cold as ever.

Look. It's completely frozen.

But you can detect a hint of spring.

How?

Your fault for spacing out.

You little brat!

Why are you acting like such a kid?

Shut up!

I don't want to be called a kid by a kid!

Who is that?

Well, well.

It's good to see you again, Semorigami.

How have you been?

I don't understand

a word they're saying.

This one is an exceptional Morigami,

but they've got a thick accent.

What's this?

Amahoho is a dangerous crop?

Episode 8 The Rice Riot

That Shook the Capital

But we heard it has

a good reputation in the capital.

Bad crops are the same

here in the Lofty Realm.

It's been a while since anyone other

than Lady Kamuhitsuki has eaten rice,

so the gods are happy.

What's so dangerous about that?

Apparently this is

the so-called dangerous rice.

I don't notice anything unusual.

You'll see once you eat it.

Isn't it dangerous?

Does that mean one bite can't hurt us?

What's this?

It's definitely Amahoho.

The flavor is normal.

No, but the aftertaste

seems a bit different.

It's strangely addictive.

That's exactly what the problem is.

Those who eat this rice become addicted

to the aftertaste and refuse

to eat anything else,

so the distribution of Amahoho

is currently prohibited.

What?!

There are a few tiny grains mixed in.

Did someone trying to damage

Amahoho's reputation mix them in?

Who would do something so awful to my rice?

They're not certain who the culprit is,

but according to rumors,

there is one potential suspect.

Who? Tell me.

Is that true?

Even Lady Kamuhitsuki?

It's gotten that far already?

What is it? I don't understand.

Hurry up and tell me.

But this is

You better tell me after

making it sound so important.

Try to remain calm.

The one currently suspected

of distributing this rice is

Princess Kokorowa.

Kokorowa

Yes. Lady Kamuhitsuki

has already heard about it.

She plans to investigate it herself soon.

Kokorowa did this

Who's Kokorowa?

The one we met when we

first entered the capital.

Oh, the god with the giant gear on her back?

Sakuna's friend.

There's no way that's true.

Kokorowa is my best friend.

She'd never do anything like that.

Depending on the results of the investigation,

she could be stripped of her duties.

Don't be ridiculous!

Where are you going?

I'm going to the capital

to find the true culprit myself.

You mustn't!

Don't try to stop me.

Listen to me!

By offering her Amahoho and managing

to learn a little bit about the demons,

you've caught Lady

Kamuhitsuki's attention.

If you return to the capital

without her permission now

That said, I can't ignore this.

Kokorowa is my best friend.

But

I think Sakuna should go.

Myrthe

You cannot abandon those you love.

It is not good to do nothing when you

know something terrible may happen.

My own god teaches the same thing.

I agree.

Yui

If only you could enter the capital

without being caught by Lady Kamuhitsuki.

Is there a way?

Those are some big boxes.

They're the Semorigami's

personal belongings.

Huh.

You really should reconsider.

This won't fool Lady Kamuhitsuki.

Tama, do you remember?

When Kokorowa and I tried to get to the

Isle of Demons by hiding

in a box like this one?

If I'm wrong, then tell me!

If it's not true, then tell me!

If my father and mother

are gone, then tell me!

I believe I remember that.

I'm sorry about that.

Your Highness

You stay in the box.

Then I'm the only one who will be

punished if we're caught.

You're hopeless.

What was that?

We'll try going to

Kokorowa's room first.

If we speak, the other gods will hear us.

Tama

You mustn't speak. Find a way past them.

Oh, hello!

Oh, yes! V-Ventania, Ouka, Nadit!

This smell

I recognize this smell.

Where is Lady Kamuhitsuki?

She's speaking with Princess

Kokorowa about that matter.

Tama!

Hurry!

Got it!

My investigation of the rice circulating

in the capital led me to this bag.

Do you recognize it?

With all due respect, no.

So you had nothing to do with this?

No.

Then why do the rumors say that you did?

Someone must be jealous about

the official duties I received.

I see.

Princess Kokorowa.

Yes.

You could say this rice

circulated in the capital

because there are issues

with the capital's security.

You will use those resources

to find the culprit.

Me?

Is there a problem?

No.

I appreciate your trust in me.

What's this?

If I mix this into Amahoho,

its reputation will fall.

What am I thinking? I could

never do something like that

Why did I?

Who are you?

Kokorowa.

S-Sakuna?

Kokorowa!

Don't worry.

I promise I'll find the true culprit

and prove your innocence.

Wh-What are you doing here?

Who wouldn't rush

to save a friend in danger?

What did Lady Kamuhitsuki say?

You shouldn't be doing this!

You'll be in big trouble if she finds out.

You may be banished

from the capital forever.

I just want to save you.

I want to be here for you.

You were there for me

when I was suffering most.

Kokorowa

Are my parents dead?

They're already

You quietly stayed by my side.

I want to repay that kindness.

Leave it to me.

Kokorowa

Let's sleep for today.

Rice and Food Culture

Japanese food developed around soups, pickles, grilled

fish, and stews that went well with Japan's staple food

of rice. The invention of seasonings such as miso,

vinegar, and sake made from rice and beloved dishes

such as porridge, sushi, donburi made it take root in

Japanese cuisine. Local dishes adapted

to the climate are varied.

Flavor Preferences

Sakuna - Strong umami flavor

Myrthe - Western flavors

Kinta - Strong simple flavors

What is it?

Ow!

We seem to be inside a box.

A box?

“I'll be fine by myself.

Sakuna, please return to the island.

Thank you. Signed, Kokorowa.”

Okay, that's the last one.

Sakuna

What was that?

Your Highness, what are you doing?

Kokorowa!

Kokorowa!

Kokorowa!

Sakuna, why are you so determined?

Because I'm your friend.

Friend?

Now that I think about it,

perhaps that word was making me suffer.

After you left, I finally

received an official duty.

This is the least I can do.

I can't accept myself!

Automatons, handle the rest.

Kokorowa!

Your Highness, you mustn't do this.

You'll cause a commotion.

Too late!

These seem different from

the automatons we've seen so far.

Kokorowa

Don't get hit by the light.

Now!

Kokorowa

What's this?

The rice I distributed.

That you? Then you really did do it?

Why?

Because I didn't want you

to return to the capital.

Because I finally received an official duty.

Wait. I wouldn't get in your way.

If anything, I was happy—

You don't know how I feel!

You eat and sleep when you want,

read books, laugh, and live wildly!

Unlike you, I've

always worked really hard.

But my efforts weren't recognized

because you drew all the attention while

living luxuriously off your family's name.

Lady Kamuhitsuki finally

granted me an official duty.

I won't let you take

anything else from me.

I don't want to fear your shadow anymore.

Kokorowa

Hey, Kokorowa. Behind you.

Behind? What's behind me?

Were you listening to what I said?

No, wait! We can talk later! Right now—

How rude!

When the one you called a friend is crying

in front of you, pouring her heart out

What a fragrant aroma.

Not only did you leave the Isle of Demons

to return to the capital,

but you managed to do that again.

With all due respect, the rice

that burned was the dangerous rice.

Compared to the previous bad expl*si*n,

that was a good expl*si*n.

Don't be ridiculous!

So, Princess Kokorowa.

You're certain you were the one

who mixed something into the rice?

Yes. It was me.

Kokorowa

I turned to evil because

I was jealous of my friend.

Please punish me as you will.

I see.

I'm responsible for

everything that happened.

Please forgive Princess

Sakuna for her crimes.

An honorable sentiment.

I was impressed by your recent performance,

so this is especially disappointing.

Therefore—

Lady Kamuhitsuki!

It was my inexperience

that caused all of this.

But it was Princess Kokorowa

who mixed something into the rice.

True, but I made Princess

Kokorowa do it because I never

considered her feelings,

took advantage of my status,

and screwed around

despite being by her side.

If I'd been more considerate,

this wouldn't have happened.

Sakuna

Please place all the blame on me and allow

Princess Kokorowa to retain all her duties.

Please!

I see. In that case, Princess Sakuna

You will be banished forever and never

be able to return to the capital again.

Are you all right with that?

What?

I will never allow you to return.

I'm asking if you're

all right with that.

Uh, well

What will you do?

I understand, Your Majesty.

Sakuna

Lady Kamuhitsuki! Forgive me,

but this is too much!

I have made my judgment. You may leave.

Kokorowa.

I'm sorry for everything until now.

I won't see you again,

but do a good job with your duties.

I'm glad you told me how you really felt.

Even if we don't meet again,

I'll still be your friend.

Your Highness.

Sakuna

What will you do?

Your Highness

I

I can't do it!

Stop! It's too late!

It's for forever!

I'll never get to come back!

You're the one who accepted it.

I can just wear a mask

and sneak back in again.

I don't think that will work.

Sakuna!

Kokorowa?

Sakuna! Sakuna!

Huh? Hey!

Sakuna!

What is it?

Lady Kamuhitsuki gave me a mission.

I'm to travel to the

Isle of Demons with you,

find out why the demons

are appearing, and stop them.

You, too?

Yes.

And if we successfully complete our mission,

we can freely visit the capital again.

Both you and I.

Really? But your duties

I'll resume them when I return

with you this time.

Kokorowa

I was always afraid of you.

I didn't understand why I felt dwarfed

by you, no matter how hard I tried.

Why you felt so mature

despite being so young.

But now I understand.

You're a harvest goddess

with a heart of gold.

And my friend who deserves my respect.

This is it?

Yeah, where my parents once lived.

Now we cultivate rice together in this pass.

You're

My name is Kokorowa.

I am Sakuna's best friend.