Takako comes to revitalize the inn by updating the attendant uniforms. Ohana becomes inspired to try to find a way to run with the idea on her own, but needs a little help from those around her.
Ohana gets sick, and everyone makes time to take care of her between their duties. As Ohana rests, she uses the time to figure things out about her life.
After receiving an unfavorable review in a hot springs magazine, Ohana decides to return to Tokyo to confront the critic. While in Tokyo, she decides to visit Ko.