Okay, we'll be breaking into our groups now! Then, find the bus associated with your respective tour!

Two and a half hours by bullet train...
But we're finally here.

Guys!
The bus for the temples and shrines tour is this way!

Oh, we get to start with Kinkaku-ji Temple!

I can't wait!
Alright, let's go!

Whoa!
I can't believe it's actually golden!

Kinkaku-ji, the Temple of the Golden Pavilion. Its official name is apparently Hokuzan Rokuon Zenji Temple, and it's supposed to evoke a sort of paradise on earth...

Yeah, I guess you'd only see a golden temple in a place like that...

Hehehehe.

What's up, Kamishiro?
You seem pretty happy about something...

Oh, I was just imagining what it'd be like to use this temple as a stage. It'd be quite extravagant, no...?

I can see it already. It's the last remaining haven on the planet, and it explodes during the final scene.

What?! You want it to explode?!

Whoa... He really is the Explosive Mad Scientist. I'd never think of something like that.

Hmm... As inappropriate as that sounds, watching this temple explode does seem kinda fun!

Ah, you think so too?

Yeah, I wanna see it happen since I love it when stuff explodes during movies!

Oh, I guess great minds do think alike.

But what would that story be about?

Well, there are a few novels with Kinkaku-ji Temple in it, but this story would be nothing like any of those...

My story would likely fall under science fiction. A golden temple representing a paradise where the masses flock... Yes, that's not a bad start...

Hehe...

Ah, pardon me...
I couldn't help but think out loud.

No, that's all good.

I can tell that you really love coming up with shows, Kamishiro.

Hehe...
To be fair, I get so overzealous sometimes that I lose sight of the world around me.

Hmm...
So, what's wrong with that?

What?

Yeah!
I think it's great that you're so passionate about something!

Just look at my favorite anime director. He became able to come up with these amazing works because he was so obsessed with drawing scenes where buildings collapse and stuff. I think you're like him, Kamishiro!

Oh, but if you're about to miss the bus or something because you spaced out, we'll have to drag you by the scruff of your neck.

How? Kamishiro's way too tall for that.
We could maybe do that to Miyake since he's so skinny.

What?! There's no way you could!
Right, Kamishiro?!

Hehehe...
It may be fun to test that theory out later.

Whaaat?!

This is a shrine dedicated to a deity of education. Oh, one of the wish placards says, “I'm gonna get accepted!”

*Sigh*
Entrance exams are the last thing I wanna think about...

In that sense, Kamishiro, you're really lucky since you always score super high on tests and stuff. I bet you won't have to work very hard to get into most schools.

Yes, which means...
I'll be able to focus on my shows instead of having to worry about exams.

N-No fair!
You could be a little more modest!

Haha. I only speak the truth.

Ah, this must be a traditional rock garden.
It's much more beautiful than in the pictures.

The boulders represent islands and the lines in the sand represent waves in the water. This must've been how the people of old depicted otherworldly realms.

Yeah, that's kinda cool when you put it that way. This place is so calm and sooth—

A-A-Achoo!!!

Whoa!

Hey, so much for calm and soothing!

Haha...!
That did sort of turn this place's atmosphere on its head.

*Sigh*
That hot spring was very refreshing.

Yeah.
But we're probably gonna work up a sweat again because it's so hot out today.

Ah, I recommend using one of these.

Oh, it's a handheld fan...?

Yes, it is.
But it doesn't just blow air.
When you press this switch...

Whoa! What's it blowing out?!
Is this...snow?!

It's based on an old device that I made for a show when I was looking for a way to make it snow. I succeeded at miniaturizing it, and decided to bring it along since I saw that it was going to be warm here.

That's incredible, Kamishiro...! You really are a wiz with gadgets!

Man, that hot spring felt great!
Oh, Miyake, you guys are back already?

We should probably start getting our beds ready... But it seems like a waste to go to sleep now. Wanna play something?

Then, how about cards...?

Ah, a time-honored school trip tradition!

Oh, let's make things interesting!
The loser has to...go outside and buy juice from a vending machine somewhere!

I see. A game of cards with a little twist...

But we're not supposed to leave after dark.
What if the teachers find out?

Don't be such a goody two-shoes!
That's the best part of it!

Hehe. I agree. That does sound like fun.

You're on their side, Kamishiro...?!

Alright, that settles that!
You guys ready to play?

Yeah, let's get started!

A pair of kings! No one's gonna top that...!

I can. A pair of aces.
That's it for me.

Whaaat?!
You're the president, Kamishiro?!

No...!
You didn't cheat, did you?!

Hehe. Who knows?

I was so sure I'd win...
At least I get to be vice president again. Done.

No... At this rate, I'm gonna be forced to go buy juice...! I've gotta turn this around somehow...

Hm? Is someone outside our door?

Rui, are you there?!

Ah, Tsukasa, is that you?

Oh, it's Weirdo One!

What's up, Tenma?

I came to see what you're up to...
But good! You seem to be behaving yourself!

Hm? What do you mean?

I was stopped by one of the teachers while I was making my way over to the baths.

They asked, “Your partner in crime isn't up to anything, is he?” As much as I hate being treated like one of the usual suspects, I stopped by just to make sure.

However, you seem to just be playing an ordinary game of cards! All's quiet here!

Now, if you'll excuse me...

Oh, Tenma, wait up...!
Wanna play with us?

Yes, a game of cards sounds like fun!
What were you playing just now?

Oh, we were playing President.

Ah, I'm quite good at that!
You shall see why I'm called President Tsukasa!

Nice, Tsukasa's in!
That means our initial bet's off since we're starting over!

What?! How's that fair?!

I don't mind.

We have a bet in place where the person who finished last the most times after five rounds has to go get juice.

Hah hah hah!
I am a future star!
“Last” is not a part of my vocabulary!

Ah, I think I know where this is going.

So, let's begin!

Nooo!
I'm the beggar again?! How?!

Awesome! Not last!
Alright, Tenma, you're getting juice for us!

I can't believe how quickly that came back around...

Grr...!
As frustrating as this is, I must admit defeat...! I'll go get them now!

Would you like me to go with you, Tsukasa?

Hm? Why's that?
Won't we stand out if we go together?

Oh, I want to see your walk of sh—
I mean, see you embark on this brave endeavor.

Argh! You're enjoying this, aren't you?!

I say go. It'll be more interesting that way.

Yeah! I mean, everyone's been wondering if the Weirdo Wombo Combo's gonna try to pull something during this trip!

Don't encourage him!
Also, Rui, quit trying to follow me!

Hehehehe...

No, stop laughing! And quit following me!

Hehe...
Things really are fun when these two are together.