-What is the charm of Nagasaki City? 

I feel that Nagasaki City is unique in that it embraces newness while valuing its history and culture. I think that Japanese and Dutch culture, such as festivals and buildings, is naturally integrated into daily life. In addition, although people tend to focus on the central area where businesses, tourist facilities, and restaurants are gathered, it is also attractive that if you go a little further, you can see the idyllic scenery that spreads out. I used to go fishing in the southern part of the city a lot! I like the laid-back, laid-back atmosphere of this town. Recently, the southern part of the city has been focusing on revitalizing the city, mainly among young people, and events are being actively held. We often have guests come on the show, and you can feel the passion for the area from all of them. This is an area that we would like to support as a model case for the future. In particular, the director of the newly opened Mozaki Dinosaur Park in Nagasaki used to be a musician and even performed at the outdoor rock festival ``Sky Jamboree'' sponsored by FM Nagasaki! Although the form is different, we still have a connection, so I would like to share the charms of Nagasaki with you.

 

-Where is your favorite place to go with someone?

I have fond memories of the public live broadcast of Dejima Wharf when it opened. Especially at sunset, the yacht harbor turns orange and is a beautiful sight that I love. On days off, it's great to enjoy a drink with friends on the terrace from early in the evening. You can take photos that look like a trip to Italy. In front of you is Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' Giant Cantilever Crane, which is also a World Heritage Site, and Mt. Inasa, which is a unique combination of industry and nature. If you stay until night, it takes on a different look, and the illumination of Mt. Inasa and the night view are beautiful, so we recommend it to guests from outside the prefecture and musicians. The view from the rooftop of the Nagasaki Prefectural Museum of Art is also spectacular.

-You often talk about alcohol on the radio, but please tell us about the restaurants you often go to!

There is a restaurant that I frequent about once a week, like a company cafeteria. If you're going by tram, take the tram bound for Akasako and go to Tetsubaru Aun, which is located in the Hamaguchicho restaurant district, a 1-minute walk from the University Hospital tram stop. The owner, who loves Japanese sake, stocks seasonal alcoholic beverages from all over Japan, so you can discover a variety of flavors. My cell phone is full of photos of my favorite sake (lol). From toast to sake.
It's not that we're particular about Nagasaki, but in addition to the famous sake, you can also enjoy exquisite red meat from domestic brand beef in steaks, roast beef, grilled shabu, and more, and it's delicious! I've been going there for about 4 years now. It's a place where Japanese sake lovers naturally gather, and while we talked about sake at the counter, we became friends, and now we have many acquaintances. The owner is friendly and loves music. There is also my signature on the wall (lol)

-What is your personal pride in Nagasaki?

The outdoor rock festival ``Sky Jamboree'' is hosted by FM Nagasaki every August at the Inasayama Park outdoor stage, which is a symbol of the city. Commonly known as Sukajan. From 8 to the present, the event has a 1999-year history and has been held 25 times. Approximately 23 people visit each year! This is a very popular event, with artists and participating audiences saying, ``The distance between the stage and the audience is close, making it feel like an outdoor live music venue.'' We are confident in our lineup each time, and there are sessions and formations that can only be seen here. August is an important month for Nagasaki City, and we want people to imagine the importance of love and peace through music.
 

-What are some memorable episodes from Nagasaki?

Served as master of ceremonies for the inauguration ceremony when the Nagasaki City Hall, which was located in Sakuramachi, was relocated to its current location in Uonomachi. It was an honor to have the first voice at the beginning of a new chapter in history. Every time I pass by, I think, ``Let's become a presence that will be loved for a long time together!'' And the view from the observation floor is truly amazing. Also, I have lived in Nagasaki longer than in my hometown where I was born and raised. When I was allowed to broadcast Okunchi, I was so happy and thought, ``Maybe I could be recognized as a Nagasaki native.''
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