I went to Chion-in in Kyoto and learned about the origin of the Jōdo sect of Buddhism.

If I were to sum up his character in one word, it would be 'brave'.

He likes to take a walk in the park at dusk.

Each word and each phrase he said was deeply engraved in my heart.

We should always remember the power of Kannon in difficult times.

This ancient proverb, 'know the other side and yourself, and you will not be in danger in a hundred battles', teaches us the importance of understanding ourselves and others.

He quoted the proverb 'Once a word leaves your mouth, you cannot chase it back even with the swiftest horse' to teach me to choose my words carefully.