March 2023
The Library is a Treasure Trove of Knowledge
What’s something most people don’t understand? I think there are many things that most people don’t understand, but perhaps one of them is that many of the worries and concerns we have can usually be solved by going to the library. The knowledge that our predecessors have thought through and accumulated is condensed into books, […]
The Transformative Power of Technology
How has technology changed your job? Technology has greatly transformed not only my job but the world as a whole. Personally, it has made it easy to stay in touch with family living on the other side of the globe, find any destination easily with Google Maps, purchase high-quality goods with just a click of […]
Interference Can Be Important in Life
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? I probably say “no” about 70% of the time. This is because my goals are usually long-term ones. So even if I occasionally give in to temptation, I believe that as long as I keep moving towards my goals sustainably, I […]
What I Wish I Could Do
What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? If there’s one thing I wish I could have, it would be the ability to use magic like in Harry Potter. Being able to fly on a broomstick, transform into different things, and disappear would make life so much more enjoyable! The secret […]
Chasing the Sun: Embracing the Beauty of Hot Weather
What is your favorite type of weather? Of course, my favorite weather is sunny and particularly hot weather. The beautiful sea looks even more stunning, and I feel more active. Now, I wonder what I should do today. もちろん快晴です。特に暑いのが好きです。綺麗な海が余計に綺麗に見えるし、活動的になります。さて、今日は何をしよう。
My grade-level coordinator during junior high school was the most influential teacher.
Who was your most influential teacher? Why? The most influential teacher for me was my grade-level coordinator during junior high school. To be honest, we weren’t the best students during our junior high school years and caused a lot of trouble for our teachers. We never went to class and just played around. On days […]
Do More Traveling and Eating
What do you wish you could do more every day? Well, if possible, I would like to travel again until I get bored of it. As I mentioned before, I traveled around the world for two years several decades ago and experienced a life where every day felt like Sunday. It was a dream-like existence […]
When Tattoos Were Tempting: My Teenage Perspective
What tattoo do you want and where would you put it? Honestly, I don’t really want to get a tattoo now, but when I was a teenager, I was influenced by movies and had some admiration for them. I wanted to try getting a tattoo and wear it like clothing. I thought cherry blossoms, cranes, […]
Lucky: Reflections on a Fortunate Life of Adventure and Connection
What is one word that describes you? If I had to describe myself in one word, I would say “lucky.” Throughout my life, my wishes and actions have been coming true, and even in dangerous situations, someone always seems to lend a helping hand at the last minute. I am truly grateful for this life. […]