Today, I’d like to introduce one of my favorite Rakugo stories: Shibahama. It’s a story about a fishmonger who loves his sake a little too much. One early morning, he finds a leather wallet filled with gold at the beach in Shiba. Excited, he rushes home and tells his wife about the fortune. However, his […]
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Have you had a moment lately that truly touched your soul? Perhaps you’ve shed tears over a movie, or found yourself speechless before a breathtaking landscape. But sometimes, true inspiration comes from the unexpected kindness of a stranger in the middle of our ordinary lives. The truth is, about ten years ago, I experienced a
The cherry blossoms are blooming, and the air in Japan is finally getting warmer. Spring is such a comfortable and refreshing season, isn’t it? Lately, I have been challenging myself with many new things! I’ve also been focusing on making new friends. Opening my heart to new people and cultures brings so much inspiration to
Do you have a specific scent that instantly brings back a scenery from your past? For me, the scent of the sea is the smell of my home. My family home has a beautiful view of the ocean, so whenever I am near the sea, that salty fragrance makes the entire landscape of my childhood
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As Olivia slowly begins to find her inner strength again, she encounters a mysterious experience. This event becomes a turning point, making her question whether she should continue her current life or embark on a new path. We all have moments in life when we find it impossible to make a decision, don’t we? I
I’ve started my own business a few months ago. To be honest, I haven’t told my parents, my friends, or anyone around me yet. Only my immediate family knows. It feels like a personal experiment—to see how far I can go on my own strength. I know they would support me if I told them.
Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with someone online who is a bit older than myself. I am deeply grateful for this encounter and the heartfelt conversation we shared. The discussion touched upon the physical anxieties that come with aging. I have an acquaintance, about 30 years older than me, who visits relatives and
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It’s Friday. While the world seems to bustle with the end of the week, you might be feeling a quiet anxiety—as if you are the only one standing still, separated from the crowd. If you are in your 20s or 30s and feeling lost because you don’t have a “steady job,” please listen: In the
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I’ve started my own business a few months ago. To be honest, I haven’t told my parents, my friends, or anyone around me yet. Only my immediate family knows. It feels like a personal experiment—to see how far I can go on my own strength. I know they would support me if I told them.
Recently, I had a realization through my own daily experiences. I visited a shop with wonderful products, but the way I was treated at the checkout left me feeling neglected. It made me realize that no matter how excellent a product is, if the final interaction doesn’t feel right, the heart moves away. This became
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