Reader’s Question:
What was the purpose of Princess Mako’s visit to Brazil? I heard she wasn’t invited, but it seems like she made an impromptu schedule while there. She doesn’t speak English and apparently hasn’t studied the local language, which makes me think it might have been purely for tourism. However, given her situation, I wonder if she would be able
to participate in important events. It would be quite problematic if she made any social blunders. Since her education was funded, I believe she should have at least learned how to conduct herself as royalty and studied a language if she was going abroad. Additionally, I hope she pays attention to the current situation where citizens struggle to obtain rice and young people suffer from tuition and scholarship issues. This is said with a hint of irony.
Princess Mako’s Visit to Brazil
Hello! Recently, I’ve been curious about Princess Mako’s visit to Brazil. I’ve heard that she made an impromptu schedule there and that she wasn’t originally invited. Considering the language barrier and cultural differences, I can understand the feelings of unease surrounding this. I recently went on an overseas trip with friends and felt the frustration of not being able to communicate. I couldn’t understand the menu at our destination, and it turned into a funny memory when I ended up pointing at items and asking, “What is this?” Through experiences like that, I truly realized the importance of language.
Conducting Oneself as Royalty
I think there is some truth to the idea that Princess Mako should have studied more about proper conduct as royalty and language skills. Even for us ordinary people, if communication isn’t smooth, it can ruin the opportunity for meaningful exchanges. This is especially noticeable in international settings. However, I don’t know her exact purpose for visiting, so perhaps there were some tourist elements involved. Speaking of tourism, I tend to overindulge when I travel. I can’t resist the local sweets and often find myself saying, “I can’t eat anymore!” right before I order dessert.
Listening to the Voices of the People
Moreover, in today’s world, with citizens facing tough living conditions, especially young people struggling with tuition and scholarships, I hope she takes an interest in these issues as royalty. As a parent myself, I worry about the future. I want to provide my children with the best possible environment, but the reality can be quite challenging. What do you all think about this topic? I’d love to hear your recent travel stories or interesting experiences learning languages in the comments! It would be great to share empathy and new insights.
