This morning, while I was out for my usual run, a pigeon pooped right on my head. I heard a soft plop, took off my white cap, and there it was — a big smear of pigeon droppings. It’s one thing to get hit while standing still, but what are …
I asked Microsoft Copilot to make the short story baced on the following scenario; Rocky insists on traveling with Ryland to the Solar System → they detect Mars → Rocky becomes fascinated → they land → Mark Watney is there. This is really …
I don’t go to the movies very often, but this time I ended up seeing the same movie three times in total. It was *Project Hail Mary*. The first two times were at a nearby theater, and I made a special trip to see the IMAX version with Japa…
My previous personal best was at the 2024 Osaka Marathon. I achieved sub-5 times in two marathons in 2024.I didn't think my past records were that bad, but for some reason I was assigned to Block E this time. Why? I deliberately didn't ann…
Today, our team leader, who recently took up running, came over while I was finishing a customer call and logging it. He told me he’s been dealing with runner’s knee lately. Later, on my way to the station with a colleague after work, I to…
Let's confirm the definition of “multicultural coexistence.” It refers to a society where people of different nationalities and ethnicities acknowledge their distinct cultural backgrounds, respect one another, and live together as equal me…
Immigration issues in Japan have become a hot topic. According to one survey, about 70% of Japanese people oppose immigration. While securing human resources is cited as a reason for promoting immigration, this is likely just a surface-lev…
