When the New York Harbor was on the boat, the sky was not as dark as when Ai flew. Maybe it was because of the relatively long time during the day? The temperature was also warm and the sea breeze was allowed to blow the hem of the windbreaker on the deck, which added a bit of elegance and elegance.

Spencer and others stood behind, pointing at Yumiya Iko's back and whispering, and from time to time, it made laughter that only men would understand, as if they were polite themselves again! Yumiya Iko thought helplessly. It seemed that they had not stopped their discussions about themselves since they boarded the boat in Yokosuka. They curled their lips helplessly and turned their eyes to the buildings in the distance: I wonder if Ai Jun's life in the United States is good? Is his work going smoothly? Thinking that he might be able to meet him soon, Yumiya Iko's heart beat violently.

This time, when we came to the United States, Mr. Spencer Humphrey - the great success of the Naruto theatre version was even alarmed by Americans. There were not many cinemas in Yokosuka, so some Americans who were interested in the film went to Tokyo to watch the movie. After leaving the cinema, the always proud Americans couldn't help but sincerely admire: It turns out that animated movies can still be shot like this? Why did the movies that Americans didn't expect were actually shot first by the Japanese?

Those who think this include Mr. Spencer. By the way, he had returned to Japan from the frontline of the war. By the beginning of 1952, the Korean War had entered a relatively peaceful period, and both sides were a little unsustainable. The Chinese side ended with the 5th battle with both sides suffering huge casualties. After that, no one had the energy and leakage points to launch another large-scale battle. There was no way, and the problem had to be solved at the negotiating table.

In this case, Spencer returned to Japan, and after a while, he was preparing to report again. At this time, he didn't know that Ai Fei had left Japan! He only learned about the news when he watched the movie and contacted the company again. Surprised and curious, Spencer came to the company and inquired about the situation with Fuji Takeuchi. After receiving the specific explanation, the latter left with sincere admiration.

After watching the films screened in the theater, Spencer was overjoyed: Even if such a film is taken to the United States, it should be recognized by Americans? With this idea, he communicated with Fuji Takeuchi for the second time. Fuji was also very interested in the American proposal: American movies have always been screened in Japan. It seems that there is no Japanese movie that can enter the Americans' sight except for "Rashomon". If this matter is really feasible, it is simply a big deal! Whether money can be made is secondary. The most important thing is that being able to enter the US market has too much good news for the company's future development!

After Mr. Spencer's contact and recommendation, Warner Bros. finally came forward and sent a commercial invitation letter to Japan's "Ju Children's Animation Club", asking the other party to bring the movie to the United States at the right time to present a visual feast from the East to the American audience. By the way, the video has been watched in advance for American guests. Otherwise, Americans who have always been profit-first would not do business at a loss!

As mentioned in the previous article, when choosing which city to be the first screening venue, the company's colleagues unanimously decided: New York! Taking this opportunity to screen the movie, I went to the United States to visit the president who had been separated from everyone for several months. Isn't it a killing two birds with one stone? In this way, the team of the United States, led by Takeuchi Fuji, Ariko Ai, Akamoto, Eriko Akamoto, Musashi, Asashima Ninja, Saeriko, Okura and Ai, and other voice actors and actors, was determined in the future. The company will be temporarily handed over to Kato Maeichi.

In this way, a group of eight people accompanied by Mr. Spencer, took a passenger ship to the Pacific Ocean and finally arrived at New York Harbor.

On the slow shore of the passenger ship, Spencer led everyone down the stairs. The reception staff and interpreters from Warner Brothers were waiting at the exit. After a few polite words, they let everyone into the car and drove all the way to the Prince Hotel, where they were staying.

After taking a hot bath, everyone gathered in Fuji Takeuchi's room without any sleepiness due to the jet lag. The latter prepared champagne for everyone: "First of all, I would like to express my sincere thanks to Mr. Spencer Humphrey who arranged this itinerary for us! May our trip to the United States be the greatest success! Let our company become synonymous with the best animated movies in the minds of Americans! Cheers!"

"Cheers!" After a lively moment, the scene gradually calmed down: "Fuji-kun..."

"Hi?"

"I...I think, this time, can I invite the President to attend?"

"Of course! This is certain!" Fuji Takeuchi nodded heavily and took out a letter from his suit pocket: "Mr. Spencer, tomorrow... can you please lead us to this address?"

Spencer took the letter and looked at it and smiled: "Of course it can. And it's very close to here. We don't even need a car. Just walk."

"Really?"

"Of course!" Spencer opened the curtains and pointed to the dark sky outside: "Lessing Street is at the end of Broadway Street. It is very close to the hotel we live in."

Everyone gathered around and looked at it. It was so dark that nothing could be seen. Forget it, wait for tomorrow! You can meet the president tomorrow! I wonder if he is fine now? Well, he won’t know the news of our arrival, right? But this idea is almost impossible: The New York Times has continuously published news that Japanese people brought movies to the United States for screening. As long as people living in the United States can see it, how could he not know?

These people were wrong. Ai Fei really didn't know that his Japanese colleagues had come to the United States: he has been too busy recently! After Wallace contacted him, he had found a street-facing shop in the Upper Town of New York. The area is about square feet. Although it is a little smaller, it is enough. The rent is $340 per month, and other things such as electricity, telephone and water bills are all settled by himself.

There is a shop, but there is no one in the main customers! The fashion show launched on Valentine's Day has made his name familiar to some extent, but what is more recognized is the model team he has focused on creating! Willie, Emma, ​​Sandra and others are very busy recently. The fashion industry in New York has gradually realized the value of these girls and began to place orders in a hurry: asking ladies to perform at their own clothing brand launch conferences. In one sentence, Ai Fei's Valentine's Day operation was entirely a wedding dress for others! The income he received was only $127,000 in the sales of clothing designs, and he got nothing else.

The Valentine's Day performance was apart from a report on the new situation in the New York Times, and there was no more text. Ai Fei once again obtained a part of the startup capital in the shortest time and invested all of it in the newly established Ike Studio. This was his second gambling. If he failed, he was afraid that he would not even have room to turn over! He could only choose to go back to Japan in shame!

In an interview many years later, Ai Fei talked about the reason for his first failure in the United States: this is a problem. Many specialized personnel have also conducted theoretical evaluations, but as the person involved, this is the first time he was facing the camera's camera: "The biggest problem is that he misunderstood the subject of this fashion show! According to the normal viewpoint, the only thing that everyone recognized this fashion show was the female models in the sky! And the clothing design, which should have become the focus of everyone, has become the foil of the former!" This is completely contrary to the concept that clothing should serve the owner. It is reasonable to encounter the biggest failure in his life.

The second problem is in the choice of clothing. Evening gowns are essential equipment for women in the upper class to attend exchanges, banquets and other occasions. It is acceptable to use them as a commercial theme, but it is unconventional to launch them in the form of a model show: After all, no one will wear evening gowns when walking on the streets of New York City, right?

When he said this, he could chat and laugh at his heart. In fact, under the condition at that time, it took him a long time to slowly realize it. As for the situation he encountered, he could only attribute it to the confusion of the authorities! This is a later story, and I won't mention it for the time being.

In the planning of the studio this time, he abandoned the complicated other designs at the beginning, and only retained the design department he was responsible for and the production department he had to have - there can't be only drawings and no real clothing, right? As for the others, it's impossible to spread the surface too wide for the time being, so take it step by step. However, in his heart, he was still a little unwilling to give up. He also wanted to try again: What we are going to launch this time is all men's clothing, so don't believe that no one will agree with his design?

Every day, except for the basic two hours and 15 minutes of rest and meal time, he used all the clothing design and research: the 52-year-old men's clothing has no great novelty in design and styling, but has more complexity, simple and orthodox, which has been passed down from the 20s and 30s, making the overall temperament of men the same side, without any personality, only countless people are wearing the same clothes. If you have to find any difference, you will make the difference in color. Perhaps, this situation is where I need to focus on making progress and have a lot of room for operation?

I thought so, but this time he didn't dare to do it rashly: his opinions always take into consideration in a good direction. What if there are any negative factors? What if it is launched again but no one still recognizes it? What should I do?!

For several days, he kept locking himself in the apartment, thinking about possible problems. Drinking coffee in his mouth smelled the same as boiled water, and his hair was so messy. He thought he was a patient who had just run out of the madhouse - no wonder Fuji Takeuchi and others were extremely surprised when they saw him first!
Chapter completed!