Hakuoki Shinkai: Ginsei no Shou - Saito Hajime Chapter #1 English Translation
well… it’s going to be a long while before I finish translating another chapter from this game, though I will definitely finish at least one more before the end of the year.
please note that i will not be posting any translations next week on account of me taking a break for CNY and studying… so, to whom it may concern, Happy Chinese New Year~! Alternatively, Happy Lunar New Year~! also happy early family day (Canadians only xD)!
anyway, enjoy! as always, tl is CN->ENG so it may not be 100% accurate while the final edits will be done later though I’m not sure how long that will take with my current schedule.
Hakuoki Shinkai: Ginsei no Shou - Saito Chapter Four
Well, this is probably my 2nd favourite chapter from Ginsei no Shou… Final edits will be done later as always. Need to go over the punctuation and some of the sentences which were compounded in the translation I used so I also need to review that… though it’s probably going to take a while before i get to the subtitled video for this since my finals are literally next week, with the last one being on friday and im only about 3/5 done with the timing for the first chapter.
“The more I think back, the more I realize just how much you have been there to lift me up when I fell. The reason I can walk the path I’ve chosen is because I have you to walk it with me.”
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 4
Ended up falling asleep way too early... so I didn't get to this until today. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Sorry!
Anyway, good news, my exam won't be until February... though the bad news is that this timing will screw up my schedule later. I'll probably have to start seriously studying in December since the content I need to know is going to become far less memorable as time goes by so I'll need more time to make up for that.
Hakuoki Shinkai Tenun no Shou Stellaworth Booklet “Her Long Day” Part 4
Translation by KumoriYami
Yǒushí·Okita Moment 《17~19 o'clock》
After successfully completing the patrol and returning to headquarters.
At dinner, I noticed that Okita-san wasn't at his seat.
".......Huh?"
The day was almost over, and the large hall was filled with members eating their meals.
But, unlike the other executives who had come, only Okita-san wasn't present, which made me feel puzzled.
"Um, Inoue-san. Is Okita-san not coming to eat?"
“"Souji? Apparently he went back to his room because he wasn't feeling well.
“————”
"——Okita-san."
"……Eh, Chizuru-chan?"
I was really quite worried about Okita-san, so I went to his room.
As usual, his brows furrowed as he saw me enter the room.
"It's should still be dinner time… have you eaten already?"
"No… it's just that Okita-san didn't go to dinner, which is why I was quite worried."
"Ahaha...."
Okita-san revealed a somewhat embarrassed expression as he spoke.
"I haven't had much of an appetite today, so I didn't want to eat dinner."
"….But you didn't eat lunch, right? So it's a better to eat a bit for dinner…."
"No need. Eating a bit will only make me feel sick to my stomach."
"Then, I'll go make some easy to eat rice balls…"
Perhaps because he felt that I was endlessly pestering him, Okita-san frowned.
"Chizuru-chan, what are you to me? I can look after myself."
"But, I really can't leave you by yourself. It's obvious that you are sick, Okita-san."
“……”
"Dr. Matsumoto also warned me that I would need to pay attention to to Okita-san's physical condition… furthermore, I think Kondou-san would also be devastated if something happens to Okita-san."
"….This has nothing to do with Kondou-san, right?"
His voice sounded somewhat angry, and while I cringed a bit in my heart, I however still summoned my courage to speak.
"——There is a concern. If Okita-san isn't well, won't Kondou-san be the most upset?"
"…….Don't you feel that your statement is quite sly?"
"Of course it's not just Kondou-san. Hijikata-san, Saito-san, Heisuke-kun, Harada-san, Nagakura-san…. everyone must be very worried about you, and be very upset."
The more I talked, the more enthusiastic I became, and Okita-san sighed helplessly as he narrowed his eyes.
"Worried, is it. ——Then, what about you?"
"Eh?"
"You didn't mention your name just now, right? Are you not worried about me?"
I didn't know why Okita-san was beaming as he stared at my face.
For some reason, my heart felt thump wildly jumped. I spoke incoherently.
"O-Of course, I'm worried about you too, of course I'm worried!"
"So you're worried... nn, I understand."
Okita-san looked at me as if he found something amusing and shrugged his shoulders.
"Then… since you're worried this much about me, I'll reluctantly have to eat some food."
"Really..."
"But, please give me something that will be easy to digest."
"Okay, I'll go get you some delicious vegetable congee immediately!"
Shushi·Saito Moment 《19~21 o'clock》
"Okay, let's starting training next. After each group has finished swinging their sword a hundred times, they will then rest."
The mission of the long summer days had come to an end, and the long night descended.
After dinner, I walked to where the Third Division was training hard.
"——Good work, Saito-san. I brought everyone's tea."
"Nn. Then let's give it to the members who are currently resting first."
"Okay. Then Saito-san should drink some too."
"No need, I plan to wait until everyone has finished their drills before drinking."
Saito-san's steady gaze was focused on the members, and I looked at him too.
Pairs from the Third Division were competing fiercely against each other, and all the members were seriously watching them.
"….Um, Saito-san, may I ask what this training exactly is?"
"What do you mean?"
"It looks like everyone is repeating different actions…"
"Ah, that's because the purpose of this training is for each individual to master the skills that best suit themselves. There will not be the time to think and chose on the battlefield, and it is useless to learn of other small actions. The only thing that can be relied upon at a critical juncture are the skills one knows best/one is most familiar with."
"I see..."
As I watched the team members repeat the same actions over and over again, I muttered to myself.
"Occasionally, I observe how the other Divisions training, and it's interesting to see how each division trains in it's own way. I believe that the Third Division can be considered among the most serious among them."
"Nn…… But to be honest, there actually were many people who opposed the way I provided guidance."
"......Why is that?
In the face of my incredulous expression, Saito-san smiled wryly.
What I teach is to enable them to kill the enemy with one blow on the battlefield. However, clinging to one technique often puts them in an unfavourable circumstances during kenjutsu competition."
"I can imagine that. After all, during a competition, there will be many instances where the opponent is someone that is familiar with your trump cards."
"Indeed. That's why many people have complained that they were unable to win during competitions since they started to receive my guidance."
“……”
"……I've even had people use that as justification to ask me about changing divisions. When considering that, I am probably the type of person who is to suited to teaching people."
Saito-san reviled a self-depreciating and forced smile.
"......I don't think that's the case."
I shifted my gaze away from the side of his face to the members and muttered.
"Saito-san, you aren't someone who is very good expressing your thoughts in words, which is why it's very easy to cause misunderstandings like that…. But, I think that the extent to which you think about the members isn't less than any of the other division captains."
"....Why do you think that?"
"To consider and provide guidance to dozens of division members in order to improve the skills that are most suited to them is something that I don't think would be possible without you carefully observing each member."
“……”
"I believe that the members of the Third Division are proud to receive Saito-san's guidance."
"…Is that so? In that case, my guidance will not be considered in vain."
Saito-san faintly smiled as he spoke, and I smiled back.
---to be continued---
random: I ended up proving feedback on google because the summary on their page stated evil "ex-boyfriends" and not evil "exes". 😂
Hakuoki Drama CD - Shimabara Disturbance Track 1 English translation
Happy new year everyone! I know it’s kinda late to be saying that… but whatever. Decided that I’ll only be translating track 1 this month and then not doing anything else until after February 22 since I need to study like 700 pages of text…. sorry but not really sorry? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ (committing to writing my exam has cost me +$1000 so yeah.)
Anyway, in regards to the Hakuoki dramas that I wanted translated, this one probably ranked first or second, right next to Shinsengumi Oni-tan… but it was too much work to go look up the sections that were missing from the tl I found for the longest time.
As a warning, I HIGHLY ADVISE AGAINST READING THIS IF YOU HAVE NOT PLAYED THROUGH THE SHIMABARA INFILTRATION MISSION FROM ZUISOUROKU (specifically Saito’s route, and I’m going stress the fact that this is NOT my bias speaking, and that this is a recommendation being made based on the drama itself, though it should probably be fine if you’ve watched the Hakuoki Sekkaroku anime…? Probably? Well, assuming that’s the one where they go to Shimabara since there are some spoilers for it too?).
Also, the promo video for this has been posted to my video blog if anyone wants to watch that.
Hakuoki DS Store Bonus CD 「Carrot and Stick: In the Case of Saito and Nagakura」
There are four of these related DS bonus CDs... here's the one of four things to make up for January's content. I'll probably translate the rest of them to make up for the month's posts.
A day later than I intended... and then some since I was dealing with some last minute transactions cuz of that the tempermental toddler's tarrifs on everything Canadian. 😅 I would much rather those tariffs went through so that people can experience firsthand how they affect prices south of the border, and so that Canada seriously examines what it can do about the existing trade barriers within the country.
(Also I had a hard time with the translation itself because of the foods and phrases mentioned that I didn't know about.)
Hakuoki DS Store Bonus CD 「Carrot and Stick: In the Case of Saito and Nagakura」
Translation by KumoriYami
Nagakura: Hey, Chizuru-chan, there you are. What are you doing? Ah... I see, thee corridor's been cleaned up so you're heading back to your room? Then do you don't have any other plans? Do you want to head out with me? C'mon, hurry up and get ready.
Ready to go? Let's go then.
Saito: Shinpachi, where are you taking Yukimura?
Nagakura: Where to? I'm not on duty today, so I want to treat Chizuru-chan to some dessert~
Saito: Dessert? If you have time to waste money, you're better off doing kenjutsu training with your troops.
Nagakura: What a serious pain. I don't have time to listen to your nitpicking when I'm not on duty. Come on, let's go, Chizuru-chan.
Saito: Wait, I wasn't finished speaking yet.
Nagakura: What, why are you following me. If you like kenjutsu training so much, why don't you practise however much you want~
Saito: I said that I wasn't finished speaking. You've never been aware of your position as a Shinsengumi executive…
Nagakura: Seriously... you followed me all the way to the shop..
Saito: Is there something wrong with me sitting at the same table?
Nagakura: No… though I generally feel that I need to watch myself. With you, only the heavens know when you'll start preaching again, so I feel that my mind is always tense… Hey, forget it. I have to think about what to order first. Just order whatever you want. Chizuru-chan is my precious little sister. Sine this is a rare trip, why don't you order a big bow of chestnuts?
Saito: Wait, Shinpachi. Wait, Shinpachi. I've heard that this is one of the most expensive restaurants in Kyoto. Since things will be more costly, it would be better to not be too excessive with ordering...
Nagakura: What are you saying now! How much do you think I'm able to earn now? I don't care if this is the most famous place in Kyoto or not, I'm not going to go broke by buying a bowl or two bowls of zenai.
Saito:...Shinpachi, have you forgotten the time at Shikeikan, when you/we [no pronoun here] couldn’t afford three meals a day?
Nagakura: I haven't forgotten. Isn't it heartening that we, who used live hard lives, can now sit in an expensive restaurant like this and eat delicious zenzai like this?
Saito: That’s not what I’m talking about. What I mean to say is that even if you have plenty of money, you you should try to avoid squandering it.
Nagakura: Even if you say that... I've already ordered. Ah, the zenai seems to have arrived, I'll hurry up and try it... Delicious..!! Chizuru-chan, try it! I've never eaten anything so delicious!
Saito: Yukimura, you should understand what I'm saying. Spending money tlike this will only incite the people of Kyoto ostracize you. Put down your chopsticks.
Nagakura: What, stop talking nonsense. It'd be a waste to leave out the food ordered. The mottainai ghost* will come out!
Saito: How much do you think this bowl of zenzai could have bought? When they were still in Edo, who knows how much Kondou-san and Hijikata-san suffered while trying to make a living for tomorrow. Nowadays, it's natural to be happy about not needing to worry about food, but the things that have happened must not be forgotten.
Nagakura: So people born into poor families will be poor for their entire lives?! I'm not using stolen money to enjoy myself. What's wrong with using the money you earn to eat what you want?! Chizuru-chan, don't pay attention to what Saito says, h's just trying to be good with money and lecture me.
Since this a rare opportunity, how about ordering some kuzukiri with lots of black honey? Okay, okay, you're welcome. Nee-chan, another serving of kuzukiri, mitachi dango, and zenzai with lots of shiratama dango!
Saito: I told you not to be so excessive! Regardless of what is said to Shinpachi, it won't work will it…? Yukimura, no matter what is served, don't pick up your chopsticks.
Nagakura: Aah, here it comes! Chizur-chan, look this stretchy [check word later] kuzukiri is covered with lots of black honey. There's a lot of sweet soy sauce on the mitarashi dango. Delicious… the dango from the sweets shops outside can't compare! What on earth is this sauce? Come on, try it, Chizuru-chan. It's so delicious!
Saito: Yukimura, I told you not to pick up your chopsticks. Have you ever heard the saying "A samurai will use a toothpick even though he has not eaten."**?
(Chizuru puts down her chopsticks)
Yes, that's right. It seems you that you are very understanding.
Nagakura: What, You're not going to eat even though I ordered this? I just wanted to make Chizuru-chan happy…
Is that so... if you don't want to eat, just forget it. I can eat it myself.
Why... forget Saito... even Chizuru-chan...
Saito: Don't worry about what Shinpachi said. This will serve as a good medicine to him. If you are too kind to him now, Shinpachi will never understand his mistakes. not realize his fault. Your judgment is correct.
Nagakura: I asked Chizuru-chan to come here to cheer her up since she was depressed because she hasn't been able to find her father. I didn't even think of asking her to thank me. My good intentions were misinterpreted like this. To be honest, this is seriously annoying. Although I know that Chizuru-chan is very gentle, you don't need to respond to everything that Saito complains about.
Saito: Speaking of which, Yukimura. You know a bit about kenjutsu, right? So after we return to headquarters, why don't you watch the troops practising kenjutsu with me?
Hm? You're asking if it's okay for us to watch together?
It won't be an problem, I'll explain it to the other members.
It's not useless for you to know how to use kenjutsu to protect yourself.
Nagakura: Aahh~ do whatever you want! If you think that Saito was right, then just be good to him for the rest of your life! I won't invite you out again!
Ah... bastard... I'm so pissed...! I'll just order another bowl of zenzai! Since Chizuru-chan won't eat, I'll eat by myself!
Saito: Then we'll return to headquarters.
Hm? You're asking what Shinpachi will do?
Just leave him be. It's best to give him time to reflect on himself.
What? You're saying that leaving Shinpachi behind will make you feel worried since it was rare for him to invite you out?
Yukimura, Shinpachi invited you without permission. You don't need to feel guilty. Understand?
Then let's go...
You're saying that even so, you'd feel bad about leaving Nagakura-san here, so you'll accept his kindness today?
You're too lenient with him. It's because of your attitude that Shinpachi has never been able to realize his own mistakes.
Nagakura: That's great! I knew Chizuru-chan would say that! Nee-chan, another serving of zenzai! Put in more chestnuts and shiratama dango!
Saito, you can go back now, don't you have to return to headquarters to practise kenjutsu?
Saito: What are you talking about? I don't know what you will say to Yukimura, so how can I leave by myself. I will allow you to treat me to a bowl of zenzai.
Nagakura: What! I said I wanted to treat Chizuru-chan, but I didn't say that I wanted to treat you!
Saito: Miss, please get me a bowl of zenai.
Nagakura: I said that I'm not treating you!
Saito: Give me a serving of kuzukiri with black honey, agar, abe kawamochi… [im never sure about food items 😅]
Nagakura: Listen to what other people are saying!!!
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*the tl notes here said that there was a waste monster that would show up if food was left so I'm assuming that this was referring to the "Mottainai Ghost"? I'll fix it if I listen to the audio... pulled the inforrmation from: https://www.japanlivingguide.com/expatinfo/japaneseculture/mottainai/#:~:text=Back%20then%2C%20children%20were%20told,reflects%20the%20Japanese%20Mottainai%20Spirit.
**took the first half of the quote from https://www.azquotes.com/quote/544377 since this was the only saying that fit the context of what I was reading.
Sooooooo…. apparently there are character perspectives audio lines in the 2013 Hakuoki Kyoka-roku vita game…. which I didn’t really notice until after re-reading the translation list from where I found the TL for the ones from Zuisouroku….The format of these posts will be the same as the Zuisouroku character perspectives, and while there are less cgs with voiced dialogue, each cg has 5 lines of dialogue… with 6 cgs per guy aside from Kazama who only has 3 cgs with dialogue (i’d say huzzah for less tl work but some of these lines are quite long).
Unfortunately, I do not have access to the posting with Heisuke’s cgs from this game… *sigh* One of these days I’ll probably get motivated enough to try and figure out blog.sina to try and gain access to some of those other postings since there’s a posting with 3 tracks (of 7) for a drama that I’m missing similar to the One Inch Samurai that I really wanna have translated (in it, saito, hijikata, harada and kazama shrink due to some mysterious concoction of ishida sanyaku that was in some tea that was apparently meant for ‘waga yome’ according to a message left by the teapot it was in which saito then chose to serve after disregarding the message that is referenced on my incomplete list)…
Anyway, none of these images are mine and I took them off the tl post i found.
Lately, Ding Yuxi has trended in weibo for his phenomenal acting in Love Game in Eastern Fantasy and people have started calling it "jinjiang style acting" for being able to portray the fancy and wordy description or narration jinjiang (JJWXC) novel authors use. For context, jjwxc is a chinese website for publishing novels.
Someone in weibo has created a compilation of his micro expressions and let me tell you, if you appreciate good acting, watch this.
Link to the original post here.
NOTE: All subtitles were MTL'd! I only added subtitles so that when I rewatch it I don't have to rely on my notes for the translations. It's all really for ease of watching. I apologize if there are mistranslations within the video.
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