I heard that today is Major Heat. It was an intensely hot day, but once again today, I brewed deeply roasted “Tamashii” (soul) coffee roasted by Master Idaki Shin, from which my whole body was filled with light, letting me begin the day full of vitality. The roads were heavily congested, and the flow of things was completely different from usual. These days, I feel deeply how important it is, whatever the circumstances, not to lose my center and my own rhythm. Taking it as training day by day, I am living, thinking earnestly about expressing and realizing myself without losing sight of myself in this world. This is united with contributing to peace in the world, so it gives me a true sense of purpose. We are living in an era in which I can see that, if all of us make the most of ourselves and create our own path, the world will become a better place. I am dedicating my life to working on Master Idaki Shin’s concerts, through which the release of our inner state—the fundamental resolution—can be realized. The next concert will be held in Kyoto. It will take place at ROHM Theatre Kyoto on the 29th. From the bottom of my heart, I sincerely hope that as many of you as possible will come, and I look forward to welcoming you. Thank you very much.