♪ Hey, everybody!

♪ ♪ Yes!

Keep on dancing ♪ [ Singing in Japanese ] Hey, everybody!

Yes!

Keep on dancing.

[ Singing in Japanese ] [ Singing in Japanese ] ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪ Hey, everybody ♪ ♪ Yes, keep on dancing ♪ [ Singing in Japanese ] ♪♪ ♪ Hey, everybody ♪ ♪ Yes!

Keep on dancing ♪ [ Singing in Japanese ] -"The Wise One Loses Motivation."

[Trumpet plays] Hello there, Wise One.

I'm here again because there's tons of things I want to know.

Huh?

I guess no one's here.

-No one's here.

-Oh?

Someone's voice is replying that no one's here.

[ Suspicious music plays ] There you are.

Found you, Wise One.

-I'm not playing hide and seek, so you can't find me.

-Hello and good day, Wise One.

I'm here again because there's tons of things I want to know.

-I don't feel like answering questions today.

In other words, it's my day off.

-But you're an adult.

-I'm an adult, but I'm also a self-employed free spirit.

Others have no say on whether I take the day off or answer questions, or decide to nap during the day.

-Oh, okay.

-Just between us, being an adult is much more tiring.

-Really?

I had no idea.

-Because they're trying hard not to show it.

-Oh, I see.

-Be kind to adults now, you hear?

-Okay, I will.

-[ Grunts ] [ Clock ticking ] [ Snoring ] ♪♪ -Bing!

Gunma... power!

♪♪ -I'm motivated to get up.

-That's good news.

[ Stomach growls ] -Oh, I'm getting hungry.

-That's good news, too.

[ Both slurping ] So good!

[ They sigh ] -I'm starting to get sleepy now that I'm full of food.

Let me just take another nap.

-Get up!

-Be gentle with elders.

Our time left here is limited.

-But you still look very young to me, Wise One.

-Oh, you think I look young?

-Your skin is glowing.

[ Chuckles ] -Then I suppose I'll get up.

What exactly would you like to know today?

-Um... Well, I had a lot of questions, but then I forgot.

Oh, got one!

Why exactly did you lose your motivation, Wise One?

-Hmm.

Well, why don't we think about that together?

-Oh... -Try closing your eyes.

In a world where there's nothing, Gunma-chan, you appear.

You live your life, meet many people, sleep, and eat.

Maybe you get rich, or maybe you become poor.

Either way, you go on living.

Then you grow old and you realize you're alone.

Not that long ago, you were a small child.

And suddenly you're older and wrinkly.

-Is that sad?

-Hmm.

Perhaps it's a bit different from being sad.

I suppose this feeling is loneliness.

-Oh.

-Talking with you enables me to sort out my feelings.

-You mean like cleaning up?

-Indeed.

It helps to sort out my messy thoughts.

And that feeling of loneliness is slowly lifted away.

Not that it changes reality.

Going through life means to experience ups and downs over and over again.

-Hmm?

-I thought becoming an adult meant I would see the truth and know everything.

But all I've learned is how little I actually know.

-That sounds tough.

-It's very tough.

But even though I'm not all-knowing, my experience helps me to show young ones the right path.

-That's nice of you.

-[ Chuckles ] You are the one who gives me that energy, Gunma-chan.

-Mhm... So you get energy from me when I visit because I have tons I want to know and ask so many questions.

-That is precisely so.

-They say time doesn't just flow in one direction, but that it can also go backwards.

Perhaps it would be interesting if it were even round like this.

-People are weak in the face of loneliness.

Being connected to others and helping each other is what makes us strong.

You need friends no matter what to make it through tomorrow.

-You're right.

-Although sometimes I want to be alone.

-That's interesting.

-It is interesting.

-[ Grunts ] -Oh, what's the matter, Gunma-chan?

-It's just that all this deep thinking is making me really tired.

-[ Chuckles ] Well, that's proof that you thought very hard.

Here's a cup of warm, sweet hot chocolate.

Have some.

-Yay!

[ Both slurp ] Ah, so good.

-It is good.

-This is fun.

-It is fun.

No matter how much knowledge you gain, your feelings are something you cannot control.

Having good friends is the secret to a healthy life.

-Oh, me?

-You are indeed.

-Hmm.

You're my friend, too.

-It seems Gunma-chan and the Wise One are not just teacher and pupil, but also good friends.

Hmm.

How is that possible, you ask?

Why don't you ask the adults around you, and you can form your own opinion from there?

You might see the world in a new way, which would make life more interesting.

An interesting world full of interesting people.

That's one way to describe Hiragana Gunma.

-Wise One...power... at 100%.

"Who to Play With?"

-Gunma-chan!

Let's play!

-Okay.

-So what are we gonna do today?

How about a card game?

-Good idea.

Let's do that.

-Um... I'm going to pass.

-Okay, then Gunma-chan and I are going to play cards.

-Wait.

Hold on.

-What is it?

Why do you think we came all this way to Gunma-chan's house?

-Oh, why did you?

-To play with you, Gunma-chan.

Duh!

-Huh?

I got it.

-I called your name from the doorstep, and you let me in your house.

So I have the right to play with Gunma-chan.

-Oh, got it.

-Now, wait a minute.

In that case, the same goes for me.

[ Both growling ] Uh... -Gunma-chan's neurons are firing at full speed in search of a solution.

-Right now, Gunma-chan, Aoma, and Mimi are trying to play together.

Gunma-chan and Aoma.

Gunma-chan and Mimi.

Aoma and Mimi works, too, but that would be sad for Gunma-chan.

This would be best -- Aoma, Mimi, let's all play together.

-That makes sense.

-I think arguing over this is just a waste of time.

[ They chuckle ] -Huh?

-Brother, let's play.

-Yumi-chan, don't you see Gunma-chan is about to play with us.

-Oh, that can't be right.

He promised to play with me today.

-Are you serious, Gunma-chan?

-Uh... I forgot.

I did promise you, Yumi.

-What?

What are you gonna do, then?

-Yeah, Gunma-chan!

What are you going to do?

-[ Groans ] If there are four people and they all want to play with me -- Gunma-chan and Aoma.

Gunma-chan and Mimi Gunma-chan, and Yumi.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Mimi.

Gunma-chan and Aoma and Yumi.

Gunma-chan and Mimi and Yumi.

[ Groans ] This is the only way.

[ Panting ] Okay, I got it.

It's all of us playing together.

-Yeah, okay, let's do that!

-All right.

I bet you can't choose the right card, Mimi.

-Be quiet!

I'm trying to concentrate.

[ Groans ] Which one is it?

This one.

-[ Exclaims ] Oh, man, I-I lost.

-[ Chuckles ] Another win for yours truly.

-You're all cheating!

How is it that I'm the only one that's losing?

-What are you talking about?

You're just making things up.

[ Both exclaim ] -Wait a minute, both of you.

Just now, Aoma, that wasn't very nice.

-Are you for real, Gunma-chan?

Stop being a goody two-shoes.

-Hey, my brother did nothing wrong.

What are you getting mad about?

You're being so childish, Aoma.

-What did you say?

[ Yelling over each other ] -Uh... -It's all your fault!

[ Bing! ]

-Yes, yes.

Now would be a good time.

♪♪ ♪♪ -Gunma... power!

[ They sigh ] -Sorry, guys.

I got a bit too competitive.

-It happens.

This is a good reminder to study, read, eat dinner, watch the anime "Gunma-chan," or help out around the house instead of just playing games.

-It's fine since you apologized.

I forgive you.

-Okay, let's all play together.

-Yay!

Let's play.

-You all look like you're having fun.

Would it be okay with you if we joined in?

-We should all play together.

-[ Exclaims ] [ Groans ] How should we do this?

Gunma-chan and Aoma.

Gunma-chan and Mimi.

Gunma-chan and Yumi.

Gunma-chan and Dad.

Gunma-chan and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Mimi.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Yumi.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Dad.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Mimi, and Yumi.

Gunma-chan, and Mimi, and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Mimi, and Dad, Gunma-chan, and Yumi, and Dad.

Gunma-chan, and Yumi, and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Dad, and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Mimi and Yumi.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Mimi, and Dad.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Yumi, and Mom.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Yumi, and Dad.

Gunma-chan, and Aoma, and Yumi, and Mom.

-Those of you who are good at math can try calculating how many possible combinations there are.

[ Groans ] -Too much.

-Thanks for having me over.

-See you later, Gunma-chan.

-Bye-bye.

-Well, then, perhaps now we should get ready for dinner.

-Yay!

-Itadakimasu.

-Hmm.

Uh... Uh... [ Grunts ] [ Groans ] -Uh-oh.

It looks like Gunma-chan has developed the habit of calculating possibilities.

-I don't...like this.

Possibility...power... at 100%.

"A Tour of the Hot Springs" -Gunma-chan is going out with his uncle today.

-It's another sunny day, Gunma.

-It sure is.

-A trip with Gunma-chan.

This is fun.

-It sure is.

-Gunma-chan loves his uncle, his father's younger twin brother.

Oh, I've mentioned that before, but I thought I'd say it again just in case.

-This is so freeing.

-It sure is.

-We're going on a hot springs tour today.

-Yay!

-Here in Hiragana Gunma, hot springs are very famous.

-It may be hard to believe, but they call me New York King.

-New York King?

-"New York" sounds like the word meaning bathing.

In other words, I'm the king of baths.

-So it's just a dad joke.

Please feel free to have a good laugh.

[ Laughter ] -Let's step on it.

[ Both sigh ] -Hot springs bring up the feelings and thoughts hidden deep within us.

-You're right.

-This is Hiragana Kusatsu Onsen, which is considered one of Japan's top three hot springs.

Look at that steam and blue-green water.

[ Vocalizing ] Kusatsu is a fine place.

Come on over.

You can't help singing that line.

Singing's fun.

-[ Sniffs ] The sulfur in the water helps to soothe fatigue and is said to be effective for various illnesses.

-That's awesome.

-Hot springs are awesome.

♪♪ This is Ikaho Onsen.

Up the stairs we go.

-Yeah!

-[ Groans ] -Uncle, are you okay?

-Yes, I'm okay.

[ Both sigh ] The water here is brownish red and mellow... -So mellow.

-...that fatigue from climbing the stairs just melts away.

-It's so nice.

-This is the famous Yunohana Manju.

-It's really yummy.

-Hot springs are wonderful, of course, but please avoid bathing for too long or on an empty stomach.

-Who is talking?

-Oh!

-I'm the narrator.

-She's my friend.

-Technically, I'm only supposed to interact with Gunma-chan.

-Technically?

Who cares about the details?

Come on out if you're here.

-Come on out!

-Well, I'm supposed to be Gunma-chan's imaginary friend.

-I'm glad we get to hang out again.

-You know what they say -- "The more the merrier."

Let's have some fun.

-It may look like three people are riding, but in reality, I don't exist.

So we're actually abiding by the rules, huh?

[ They sigh ] The name Shima Onsen comes from the legend that the hot spring cures 40,000 illnesses.

-Oh, that's cool.

-Oh, so she provides the commentary, too.

That makes it easier for your uncle.

-Sakanoue no Tamuramaro, who came to conquer Ezo, is said to have started this area's bathing culture.

-Wow.

-Don't sweat the small stuff.

As long as it's warm and we can relax, it's all good.

-Yes, you're right.

There are so many hot springs and so many ways to enjoy them.

-Oh, you got that right.

I'm not a hot springs enthusiast, but I'm a fan.

-What's the difference between an enthusiast and a fan?

-Well, I guess when you think about it, they're basically the same.

Oh, I suppose there's a vague line somewhere between the two.

-Gunma-chan, could your uncle be some sort of an expert?

-I think so.

-The water here contains mainly sodium and calcium, so it's good for your gut if you drink it, and for your skin if you bathe in it.

-Just as I thought.

He's not just some guy.

-I think so.

-So nice.

-This is Oigami Onsen, and it has a long history.

According to legend, the god of Mount Akagi fought the god of Mount Nantai.

The god of Mount Akagi was shot with a bow.

When he thrust the arrow into Mount Akagi, hot water welled up and healed his wound, allowing him to pursue the god of Mount Nantai.

"God of Pursuit" turned to "God of Age" over time, hence its name.

-He's extraordinary.

-I think so.

-So good.

-This water here is from a calcium sulfate spring.

There are many hot springs alongside the river.

This area is actually featured in the local card game, "Minakami Tanigawa: Ski and Hiking."

It's what's written on the card.

-Wow.

The onsen is featured in a game?

-He's not just some guy.

-I think so.

-I'm not just some guy, but I'm just a guy.

I'm an ordinary person.

-Oh, really?

I see.

-Although these days it's difficult to be just an ordinary person.

-That's deep.

-Being deep is overrated.

We're only here to enjoy a good soak.

-Mm-hmm.

-Just having one of these days every now and then makes life more fun.

-Mm-hmm.

-Today's memories will definitely last a lifetime.

-Mm-hmm.

-Isn't that special?

-Mm-hmm.

So special.

-Did I just say something cool for a change?

Come on, take notes.

-He is just some guy.

-I think so.

-It may be special, but not like a steak special.

[ Cackles ] -Yet another dad joke.

-He's so cool.

[ Drinking sounds, sighs ] -Chugging cold drinks after a bath is the best.

The very best.

-The best.

-Hey, just so you know, mine's non-alcoholic beer, so there's absolutely no problem here.

-Who are you talking to?

-I guess to all the adults watching.

-Definitely just some guy.

-It's not easy being normal.

[ Chuckles ] -I had so much fun today.

-It was really fun.

-Let's take another trip soon.

-Another trip?

Sounds good.

-Oh, yeah, I'd like another trip.

-Well, then, see you.

-Oh, she's gone.

-You're right.

That's a bit sad.

-I can stay a bit longer if you'd like.

-Yes, please.

That would be nice.

Hot springs sure are nice.

Hot springs...power... At 100%.

♪♪ -[ Singing in Japanese ] ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪