In fiscal year 2024, as the editor-in-chief of an academic journal, I managed just under 100 papers 📚. All editors and reviewers worked without compensation, and I’m grateful to everyone who cooperated 🙏. I was also unpaid.
To use an analogy, it’s like being a club captain. Of course, this kind of job probably comes to you because you enjoy it 😅.
There are some points for reflection regarding securing enough papers and time management. Nevertheless, I safely completed my term and refreshed myself with MIKAN (mandarin orange) juice from Ehime’s famous orange juice taps 🚰🍊🥤, feeling relieved 🥳.
I was really into Dragon Quest and RPGs as a child. During my trip to Shikoku, I also visited Sumoto City in Hyogo Prefecture, the hometown of game designer Yuji Horii🤩 By car, I could easily get to Awaji Island too🚗
I became a hero with Loto’s sword and shield, the Slime monument, and the stone monument inscribed with “And into legend…”. There weren’t many tourists in Sumoto, so I could enjoy a quiet pilgrimage to this sacred site😎 This town could promote itself more through Dragon Quest, don’t you think?
I visited various castles around Shikoku, but Dragon Quest feels more familiar to me than historical figures. I learned that Yuji Horii graduated from Waseda University’s literature department. People who can create stories have great power, and I believe literature has practical value (though law and economics are considered more practical)✍️. The power of literature may not be visible, but it clearly drew me here myself😊
I visited Sakamoto Ryoma’s memorial in Kochi (Tosa) ⚔️ Why does he remain famous in history?
Perhaps because he was ahead of his time while also rolling good dice with his timing 🎲 I discovered that he was patient and watched for the right moment to act 👀 A trait I also saw in Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Even historical figures share principles with research. Both worlds connect 😉
I took 5 days off and traveled around all 4 prefectures of Shikoku 🚗. Since I was driving a rental car between cities, I didn’t have time to post updates as the driver.
The most notable spot was Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, which had a wonderful atmosphere ♨️. It’s great to visit places during your time off that you don’t typically go to for business 😌
Sunday lunchtime 🍴 As an engineering researcher who pursues originality during the week, I also enjoy exploring new places with my son on weekends. We visited a restaurant we’ve never been to before.
Wow, it’s so cheap 😮 It’s like time has stopped here, as if they’ve made a mistake with their pricing 💰 I ordered chashu ramen and stir-fried vegetables. This place should be preserved as a Showa-era movie set 🪑🥹
Why doesn’t running every day get boring? Running at a slow pace allows you to fully enjoy the seasonal scenery and observe the changes in people 🌞.
When Yoshida Castle and the Yanagi River are surrounded by cherry blossoms, they feel more vibrant and special 🌸🏯. I love watching people enjoying their strolls in the spring sunshine 🥰. Combining outdoor running with sightseeing makes it easier to keep going 💮.
I attended a faculty get-together at “Teppan Dining JUJU” 🍴 The distinctive calligraphy logo was impressive 🥂
Senior professors told me, “If you want something done, ask a busy person” and “That’s why work keeps coming your way.” A seemingly paradoxical truth? 🤔 Perhaps it’s a cumulative effect of positive feedback.
It seems that completing tasks and wrapping things up are highly valued. I learned a lot from these wise professors 🧐
I gave a gift to our secretary who’s leaving in March 🎁 We’re grateful for her help in managing two research labs. I chose items I’d never seen before, like specialty sweets from Tohoku and Piyorin chocolate crunch 🐥
When asked, “Professor, are you the adventurous type?” I replied, “Yes.” It’s in my nature to find value in rare things.
We’re thankful for her steady work. She’ll be helping with the family business next – I’m sure she’ll do great! 👍
Another year older! 👏 This year I juggled multiple responsibilities like a chess master – handling student inquiries, managing journal articles as editor-in-chief, and grants. 🔥
My curiosity and love of learning keep me motivated. 🧐 I genuinely enjoy the new insights gained through student interactions and academic work. 🤓
As cherry blossoms begin to bloom 🌸, I’m reminded that life continues flowing. In the coming year, I’ll build on my experiences, embrace my uniqueness, and share my thoughts. 😏🤩
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