A quiet reflection on how place shapes our senses.
Living in Bali made me think more deeply about the environment
and the living creatures around us—
in a way I never experienced in Tokyo.
One day, I noticed the pool had no chemical smell.
Another day, I found myself quietly coexisting with a palm-sized spider.
Even soups were served in paper containers.
And on a remote island beach, oil released from a passing boat clung to my entire body—
an experience that truly shocked me.
These small moments made me feel a quiet responsibility
to care for the places I live in.
When I lived in Tokyo, I rarely thought about environmental issues
or the small creatures sharing the same space with us.
But living overseas changed this.
It made me more aware of the materials that touch my skin
and more conscious of the choices I make each day.
People often tell me I’m someone who takes action.
And honestly, they might be right.
Moving as much as I do means the impact I leave—
positive or negative—can be larger than I realize.
That’s why I want to act with more intention
and move more lightly through the places I pass.
Quiet awareness has become the root of how I choose to act.