The Way Of The Hot & Spicy (2021) s01e01 Episode Script
Karakuchi saketen to gekikara râmen
1
RAMEN LAND
LONRON INC.
TOKYO BRANCH OFFICE
EMPLOYEE ID - SALES PROMOTION TEAM
KENTA SARUKAWA
Tokyo?
Yeah. It's the Sales Promotion
that was established two years ago.
They teamed up a group of elites
in order to support
the struggling branch office in Tokyo.
But I'm only a support member,
and I've never recruited new clients.
Sarukawa, this is for your own good.
Produce good results
and come back to Osaka.
It’ll be advantageous for your career.
At this moment in time,
I never imagined that my transfer to Tokyo
would lead to a life-altering encounter.
The way of the hot and spicy.
It’s the road to catharsis found beyond
the border of extreme heat.
In the world of extreme spice,
there is no better sustenance
than the courage to face difficulties
without fearing failure.
SALES PROMOTION TEAM
Excuse me.
Here it is! I'm so glad I found it.
Now I can go eat lunch!
Who are you?
I was just transferred from Osaka--
I’m back from lunch.
The girl working behind the register
looked just like the heroine
of my favorite game.
Isn’t that amazing?
Are you one of our clients?
No, I was transferred
from the headquarters in Osaka.
-My name is Kenta Sarukawa.
-You're Sarukawa?
Yes.
I'm Tanioka, the team manager.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you.
I see. You’re my senior.
I heard we were getting
someone from Osaka,
so I was worried I’d have to
put up with annoying jokes.
But I’m glad to see that you seem
very normal.
Yeah!
I heard from the headquarters
that you’re an outstanding employee.
Which project should I have you
tackle first?
-Already?
-Sir, you’re a workaholic.
He’s a goat in sheep’s clothing.
I want him to get settled
as soon as possible.
How about Shinanoya Liquor Store?
-A liquor store?
-You don’t like private shops?
That’s not what I meant.
You can do it, Mr. Sarukawa.
Ryosuke, you’ll be going with him.
Me too?
He’s new to Tokyo. Please assist him.
I see, I’m his support. Roger!
I heard the Sales Promotion
is an elite unit. Is that true?
Well, our job is to find new clients.
So we’re more like a bomb squad
putting our lives at risk.
-Bomb?
-You’ll see once we get there.
SHINANOYA LIQUOR STORE
Here it is.
Here?
There are still places like this in Tokyo?
It’s so old-fashioned.
I wish you luck.
You’re not coming with me?
No. I’m only here to assist.
What?
ENTRANCE AND EXI
Excuse me.
Welcome.
Nice to meet you.
I’m from the Lonron Tokyo branch
Sales Promotion Team.
My name is Kenta Sarukawa.
Today I’m here to introduce our new
product. The refreshing green tea.
What’s your problem?
I've already told you before that
I don’t want you coming here
unannounced with a sales pitch.
Someone came here already?
Yeah! A young frivolous kid.
I apologize.
I didn’t know we came here already.
This is why you can’t win against
Yontori or Hustle Cola.
Can you let me explain
our products once more?
I don’t know how long
you’ve been in sales,
but why don’t you try to grasp
the situation here? Where was I?
-I was in the back.
-Yes.
I was working on the computer back there.
I’m busy working.
You think you can come here unannounced?
Isn’t that a bit selfish?
-I’m very sorry.
-Words are cheap.
I'm being sincere. I will wait
until you have some free time.
That’s even more troublesome for me.
-Give me ten, no, just five minutes.
-You’re so stubborn.
What’s with that face?
Was that my fault?
-No…
-Get out.
Go away and never come back.
Experiencing a bomb on your first day
of sales is a common thing.
I’ve experienced that too.
How nostalgic.
Hey.
Why didn’t you tell me
that you went there once before?
Because you never asked.
What?
More importantly,
we have your welcoming party tonight.
Let’s eat good food and have fun.
Here it is.
JINGA
Korean food?
SOONDAE AND GUKBAP SPECIALTY
Thanks for waiting.
You're here. I put in the order already.
I don’t deserve a welcoming party.
I couldn’t make a sale today.
Then even more so, you need to eat
and drink to gain strength for tomorrow.
This is awesome.
It will fill everyone else
with energy too.
Everyone?
Thanks for waiting.
This is the elite unit
of the Sales Promotion Team.
-They weren't in the office earlier today.
-Who is this?
It’s Mr. Sarukawa. He was transferred
here from the Osaka headquarters.
-Please have a seat.
-Okay.
Sarukawa? How funny. What a unique name.
I get that a lot.
I hear we’re the same age.
Oh, really?
Thanks for waiting.
All right.
Let's raise our glass to Mr. Sarukawa,
who will be helping out our team.
Cheers!
Here's the namul and kimchi.
-Ryosuke, please introduce everyone.
-All right!
First up is Lonron’s most beautiful
female employee.
Just like worthless men, all carbohydrates
in this world are her enemy.
Don’t you dare underestimate her.
Ms. Yuma Okochi!
Hello.
Next is the man with the most experience
in love and sales.
But he's still a bachelor.
It's Mr. Masato Akiyama.
What's up?
Next is Lonron's number one blazing man.
No matter how much he drinks,
it all turns into sweat.
It's Yuya Yamazaki!
Now, Mr. Sarukawa,
please introduce yourself.
I’m Kenta Sarukawa.
I was in the cheer squad during college.
I was the leader of the squad.
-I have the guts to--
-Thanks for waiting.
Sorry, Mr. Sarukawa, the food is here.
Please enjoy.
Let's dig in!
Thank you for the meal!
What’s with these people?
What is that?
Don’t be shy.
You should eat before it’s all gone.
I wasn't being shy…
Welsh onion? It’s my favorite.
Thank you for the food.
It’s so spicy.
What?
What’s in here?
These are Welsh onions, right?
Those aren’t Welsh onions.
It’s green chili.
Chili?
There are lots of green chili
in all of the dishes.
Excuse me. Ex-spice, please.
Ex-spice?
It means an extra serving of chili.
I’ll go get it.
What?
Here's the ex-spice.
-Here you go.
-Thanks.
No way!
-Ryosuke, more rice, please.
-Here you go.
-I can feel the burn.
-What?
Don't you feel it too?
The feeling of Vitamin A, E, and C
in the chili boosting your metabolism
as the capsaicin is absorbed
deep under the skin.
That’s the surge you get from a detox.
The droplet of sweat
is like the sound of rain.
Just like Chopin.
Chopin?
-Thank you for waiting.
-It's octopus bossam.
It's here! Everyone, it’s the main dish!
Yes.
This chili again?
Please enjoy.
Everyone on our team loves spicy food.
How about you?
Just a little…
Did you know
that experiencing real heat,
gives you the strength
to overcome any difficulties?
The kanji character for "spicy"
can also be read as "pain".
But adding one line to the word "spicy"
will turn that word into "happiness".
Let's eat.
So this is Tokyo…
SHIROKUMA MOVING CENTER
Oh, right. I’m in Tokyo now.
MIGHTY WARRIOR
TSUTENKAKU
Mr. Sarukawa, please do your best.
We’re confident you’ll succeed in Tokyo.
Hurray!
Hurray!
Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa.
Thank you.
BUNSEI UNIVERSITY CHEER SQUAD
77TH CHEER SQUAD LEADER
KENTA SARUKAWA
ENTRANCE AND EXI
SALES REP NOT ALLOWED
What?
-I'm so full.
-Let's go.
Come to think of it, I haven’t
eaten anything since last night.
DELICIOUS RAMEN
RAMEN LAND
-Welcome. Have a seat over there.
-Thanks.
Here you go.
Thanks for waiting.
Excuse me. I’ll have ramen, please.
I'll also have a fried egg,
char siu, and rice.
Thank you.
-Excuse me.
-Yes?
Can I have what they’re having?
That's the Hell Ramen.
What level do you want?
Hell? Level?
Level one is the mildest.
Those two are eating level three.
He’s eating level ten.
I see…
Then I’ll choose a number between that
and go with this…
Thank you.
We got an order for Hell Ramen level 50!
Fifty?
You’re a real man.
Really?
Here’s your level 50 ramen.
Thank you for the food.
Oh no. This is really hell!
It's so spicy!
I won't give up.
Thanks for waiting.
I’m going to work hard,
just like you, Mr. Sarukawa.
It’s all thanks to your support.
Good luck.
We’re confident you’ll succeed in Tokyo.
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
My mind has gone blank.
Why would anyone eat something this spicy?
Thank you.
You'll know once you step outside.
The breeze feels amazing.
I feel like I've been transformed.
I feel the surge of power
burning inside of me.
I see! So this is why everyone
likes to eat spicy food.
How do you feel? Do you feel complete?
Yes.
SHINANOYA LIQUOR STORE
Excuse me.
Hello.
Hey, didn't you see the sign outside?
I didn't come here today for work.
I want to be of help to you.
Hey, what do you think you're doing?
I'll call the police.
Just as I thought. Please excuse me.
What are you doing?
CATEGORY / NAME OF PRODUCT / AMOUN
This should be easier to read.
The words are bigger!
I'm sorry for not recognizing
your struggle a lot sooner.
I came here expecting to be thrown out.
I'll be leaving now.
Hold on.
-You're from Lonron, right?
-Yes.
What?
Give me your business card.
Of course.
Sarukawa.
Thanks for your help.
This is also Tokyo.
LONRON INC.
TOKYO BRANCH OFFICE
He's inclined to listen to us now.
I see. He accepted
your business card, huh?
Yes. I don't know if we can
get a contract yet,
but I think I finally understand
what you said.
The kanji character for "spicy"
can also be read as "pain".
But adding one line
to the character "spicy"
will turn that word into "happiness".
It helped me to remember what's important.
It may have worked out with
the client that's only spice level one,
but we'll see how you fare
from here on out.
Spice level one?
Okay, the updated list is complete.
Hey, colleague.
Colleague?
-My name is Saru--
-But you're still my colleague, right?
That's a list
of our potential new clients.
LIST OF POTENTIAL NEW CLIENTS
CLIENT SPICE LEVEL
Spice level ten
are our strongest opponents.
They will set you ablaze.
I see…
"Shinanoya Liquor Store…"
That was only spice level one?
Then how bad is spice level ten?
It's like fighting against the final boss.
Yup!
But you can win
by mastering the way of the hot and spicy.
The way of the hot and spicy?
THIS DRAMA IS A FICTION.
Episode 2.
Fiery Bargain-Priced Supermarket
and Super Spicy Grilled Meat.
It's so spicy!
Subtitle translation by: Lili Morita
RAMEN LAND
LONRON INC.
TOKYO BRANCH OFFICE
EMPLOYEE ID - SALES PROMOTION TEAM
KENTA SARUKAWA
Tokyo?
Yeah. It's the Sales Promotion
that was established two years ago.
They teamed up a group of elites
in order to support
the struggling branch office in Tokyo.
But I'm only a support member,
and I've never recruited new clients.
Sarukawa, this is for your own good.
Produce good results
and come back to Osaka.
It’ll be advantageous for your career.
At this moment in time,
I never imagined that my transfer to Tokyo
would lead to a life-altering encounter.
The way of the hot and spicy.
It’s the road to catharsis found beyond
the border of extreme heat.
In the world of extreme spice,
there is no better sustenance
than the courage to face difficulties
without fearing failure.
SALES PROMOTION TEAM
Excuse me.
Here it is! I'm so glad I found it.
Now I can go eat lunch!
Who are you?
I was just transferred from Osaka--
I’m back from lunch.
The girl working behind the register
looked just like the heroine
of my favorite game.
Isn’t that amazing?
Are you one of our clients?
No, I was transferred
from the headquarters in Osaka.
-My name is Kenta Sarukawa.
-You're Sarukawa?
Yes.
I'm Tanioka, the team manager.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you.
I see. You’re my senior.
I heard we were getting
someone from Osaka,
so I was worried I’d have to
put up with annoying jokes.
But I’m glad to see that you seem
very normal.
Yeah!
I heard from the headquarters
that you’re an outstanding employee.
Which project should I have you
tackle first?
-Already?
-Sir, you’re a workaholic.
He’s a goat in sheep’s clothing.
I want him to get settled
as soon as possible.
How about Shinanoya Liquor Store?
-A liquor store?
-You don’t like private shops?
That’s not what I meant.
You can do it, Mr. Sarukawa.
Ryosuke, you’ll be going with him.
Me too?
He’s new to Tokyo. Please assist him.
I see, I’m his support. Roger!
I heard the Sales Promotion
is an elite unit. Is that true?
Well, our job is to find new clients.
So we’re more like a bomb squad
putting our lives at risk.
-Bomb?
-You’ll see once we get there.
SHINANOYA LIQUOR STORE
Here it is.
Here?
There are still places like this in Tokyo?
It’s so old-fashioned.
I wish you luck.
You’re not coming with me?
No. I’m only here to assist.
What?
ENTRANCE AND EXI
Excuse me.
Welcome.
Nice to meet you.
I’m from the Lonron Tokyo branch
Sales Promotion Team.
My name is Kenta Sarukawa.
Today I’m here to introduce our new
product. The refreshing green tea.
What’s your problem?
I've already told you before that
I don’t want you coming here
unannounced with a sales pitch.
Someone came here already?
Yeah! A young frivolous kid.
I apologize.
I didn’t know we came here already.
This is why you can’t win against
Yontori or Hustle Cola.
Can you let me explain
our products once more?
I don’t know how long
you’ve been in sales,
but why don’t you try to grasp
the situation here? Where was I?
-I was in the back.
-Yes.
I was working on the computer back there.
I’m busy working.
You think you can come here unannounced?
Isn’t that a bit selfish?
-I’m very sorry.
-Words are cheap.
I'm being sincere. I will wait
until you have some free time.
That’s even more troublesome for me.
-Give me ten, no, just five minutes.
-You’re so stubborn.
What’s with that face?
Was that my fault?
-No…
-Get out.
Go away and never come back.
Experiencing a bomb on your first day
of sales is a common thing.
I’ve experienced that too.
How nostalgic.
Hey.
Why didn’t you tell me
that you went there once before?
Because you never asked.
What?
More importantly,
we have your welcoming party tonight.
Let’s eat good food and have fun.
Here it is.
JINGA
Korean food?
SOONDAE AND GUKBAP SPECIALTY
Thanks for waiting.
You're here. I put in the order already.
I don’t deserve a welcoming party.
I couldn’t make a sale today.
Then even more so, you need to eat
and drink to gain strength for tomorrow.
This is awesome.
It will fill everyone else
with energy too.
Everyone?
Thanks for waiting.
This is the elite unit
of the Sales Promotion Team.
-They weren't in the office earlier today.
-Who is this?
It’s Mr. Sarukawa. He was transferred
here from the Osaka headquarters.
-Please have a seat.
-Okay.
Sarukawa? How funny. What a unique name.
I get that a lot.
I hear we’re the same age.
Oh, really?
Thanks for waiting.
All right.
Let's raise our glass to Mr. Sarukawa,
who will be helping out our team.
Cheers!
Here's the namul and kimchi.
-Ryosuke, please introduce everyone.
-All right!
First up is Lonron’s most beautiful
female employee.
Just like worthless men, all carbohydrates
in this world are her enemy.
Don’t you dare underestimate her.
Ms. Yuma Okochi!
Hello.
Next is the man with the most experience
in love and sales.
But he's still a bachelor.
It's Mr. Masato Akiyama.
What's up?
Next is Lonron's number one blazing man.
No matter how much he drinks,
it all turns into sweat.
It's Yuya Yamazaki!
Now, Mr. Sarukawa,
please introduce yourself.
I’m Kenta Sarukawa.
I was in the cheer squad during college.
I was the leader of the squad.
-I have the guts to--
-Thanks for waiting.
Sorry, Mr. Sarukawa, the food is here.
Please enjoy.
Let's dig in!
Thank you for the meal!
What’s with these people?
What is that?
Don’t be shy.
You should eat before it’s all gone.
I wasn't being shy…
Welsh onion? It’s my favorite.
Thank you for the food.
It’s so spicy.
What?
What’s in here?
These are Welsh onions, right?
Those aren’t Welsh onions.
It’s green chili.
Chili?
There are lots of green chili
in all of the dishes.
Excuse me. Ex-spice, please.
Ex-spice?
It means an extra serving of chili.
I’ll go get it.
What?
Here's the ex-spice.
-Here you go.
-Thanks.
No way!
-Ryosuke, more rice, please.
-Here you go.
-I can feel the burn.
-What?
Don't you feel it too?
The feeling of Vitamin A, E, and C
in the chili boosting your metabolism
as the capsaicin is absorbed
deep under the skin.
That’s the surge you get from a detox.
The droplet of sweat
is like the sound of rain.
Just like Chopin.
Chopin?
-Thank you for waiting.
-It's octopus bossam.
It's here! Everyone, it’s the main dish!
Yes.
This chili again?
Please enjoy.
Everyone on our team loves spicy food.
How about you?
Just a little…
Did you know
that experiencing real heat,
gives you the strength
to overcome any difficulties?
The kanji character for "spicy"
can also be read as "pain".
But adding one line to the word "spicy"
will turn that word into "happiness".
Let's eat.
So this is Tokyo…
SHIROKUMA MOVING CENTER
Oh, right. I’m in Tokyo now.
MIGHTY WARRIOR
TSUTENKAKU
Mr. Sarukawa, please do your best.
We’re confident you’ll succeed in Tokyo.
Hurray!
Hurray!
Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa.
Thank you.
BUNSEI UNIVERSITY CHEER SQUAD
77TH CHEER SQUAD LEADER
KENTA SARUKAWA
ENTRANCE AND EXI
SALES REP NOT ALLOWED
What?
-I'm so full.
-Let's go.
Come to think of it, I haven’t
eaten anything since last night.
DELICIOUS RAMEN
RAMEN LAND
-Welcome. Have a seat over there.
-Thanks.
Here you go.
Thanks for waiting.
Excuse me. I’ll have ramen, please.
I'll also have a fried egg,
char siu, and rice.
Thank you.
-Excuse me.
-Yes?
Can I have what they’re having?
That's the Hell Ramen.
What level do you want?
Hell? Level?
Level one is the mildest.
Those two are eating level three.
He’s eating level ten.
I see…
Then I’ll choose a number between that
and go with this…
Thank you.
We got an order for Hell Ramen level 50!
Fifty?
You’re a real man.
Really?
Here’s your level 50 ramen.
Thank you for the food.
Oh no. This is really hell!
It's so spicy!
I won't give up.
Thanks for waiting.
I’m going to work hard,
just like you, Mr. Sarukawa.
It’s all thanks to your support.
Good luck.
We’re confident you’ll succeed in Tokyo.
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
Hurray, Sarukawa!
My mind has gone blank.
Why would anyone eat something this spicy?
Thank you.
You'll know once you step outside.
The breeze feels amazing.
I feel like I've been transformed.
I feel the surge of power
burning inside of me.
I see! So this is why everyone
likes to eat spicy food.
How do you feel? Do you feel complete?
Yes.
SHINANOYA LIQUOR STORE
Excuse me.
Hello.
Hey, didn't you see the sign outside?
I didn't come here today for work.
I want to be of help to you.
Hey, what do you think you're doing?
I'll call the police.
Just as I thought. Please excuse me.
What are you doing?
CATEGORY / NAME OF PRODUCT / AMOUN
This should be easier to read.
The words are bigger!
I'm sorry for not recognizing
your struggle a lot sooner.
I came here expecting to be thrown out.
I'll be leaving now.
Hold on.
-You're from Lonron, right?
-Yes.
What?
Give me your business card.
Of course.
Sarukawa.
Thanks for your help.
This is also Tokyo.
LONRON INC.
TOKYO BRANCH OFFICE
He's inclined to listen to us now.
I see. He accepted
your business card, huh?
Yes. I don't know if we can
get a contract yet,
but I think I finally understand
what you said.
The kanji character for "spicy"
can also be read as "pain".
But adding one line
to the character "spicy"
will turn that word into "happiness".
It helped me to remember what's important.
It may have worked out with
the client that's only spice level one,
but we'll see how you fare
from here on out.
Spice level one?
Okay, the updated list is complete.
Hey, colleague.
Colleague?
-My name is Saru--
-But you're still my colleague, right?
That's a list
of our potential new clients.
LIST OF POTENTIAL NEW CLIENTS
CLIENT SPICE LEVEL
Spice level ten
are our strongest opponents.
They will set you ablaze.
I see…
"Shinanoya Liquor Store…"
That was only spice level one?
Then how bad is spice level ten?
It's like fighting against the final boss.
Yup!
But you can win
by mastering the way of the hot and spicy.
The way of the hot and spicy?
THIS DRAMA IS A FICTION.
Episode 2.
Fiery Bargain-Priced Supermarket
and Super Spicy Grilled Meat.
It's so spicy!
Subtitle translation by: Lili Morita