A bit of report from Wednesday workshop

いつものように、ワークショップ中の会話のトランスクリプトをChat GPTに直してもらいました。

** Facilitator**

I'd like to share my journey to retrace Akari Naruse's footsteps. This is Kyoto University, where I had an exciting exploration. Every student walking around campus looked so intelligent.

Here’s the paddlewheel of the Michigan boat. I also went to *Unagi no Naruse*. My husband happened to find it by chance. We enjoyed the Michigan Cruise as well, and the paddlewheel was enormous—it was really impressive!

Alright, let’s get started. Here’s the first question for Participant 1.

**: Facilitator**

My first question for you is:

What is one important lesson that travel has taught you?

** Participant 1**

I’ve heard that the Nazca Lines are gradually fading. It made me realize just how essential it is for us to protect the world’s heritage so it can be preserved for the next generation—and for all future generations.

Question **Describe a moment when you felt truly relaxed.**

Participant 2

I love hot springs, and I feel so refreshed whenever I visit one—especially open-air baths. I’d really love to soak in an outdoor bath while enjoying the autumn leaves. Tomorrow, we’re heading to Takaragawa Onsen in northern Gunma Prefecture. I think the hotel owner keeps a bear there. When I called the hotel, they told me it’s the perfect season to visit, so I’m really looking forward to it.

Question **If you could give advice to your younger self, what would it be?**

Participant 3

Looking back on my life, I realize that life largely depends on whether you make a choice or let things just happen.

I feel very fortunate and grateful for my parents and the family environment I was born into, even though I didn’t choose them. However, I was too careless in choosing my high school, and I ended up getting married more out of circumstance than choice. For these two things, I sometimes think I could have listened to my parents' advice a bit more.

So, my advice to my younger self would be to carefully consider your choices, including the guidance your parents offer.