The trigger is a storm...
Gyeonggi University Faculty of Humanities Department of Japanese Language and Literature Park Soo Hee
She started learning Japanese on her own because she loved [Arashi], then majored in Japanese at Kyunggi University in Korea, and has been studying at our university for six months.We interviewed her about her reason for studying abroad and her life in Hirodai.
―Why did you decide to study abroad at Hirosaki University?
When I asked friends and seniors who had studied abroad at Hirosaki University a year ago, they recommended Hirosaki University.Hirosaki University and Kyunggi University have a long history of cooperation, and the overwhelming amount of stories, materials, and information from students who have studied abroad so far was the decisive factor in studying at Hirosaki University.The lack of information made me feel uneasy.
Immediately after completing the first semester of the third year, he came to Hiroshima.
In addition to Japanese language classes, he also took literature classes (Natsuko Ozaki), which is his major.
―How is your Japanese class?
When I took the Japanese placement test, I was judged as advanced, but I was weaker in reading, writing, and kanji than speaking, so I requested an upper-intermediate class.The focus is on reading and writing.
Writing was hard!Choosing a theme is more difficult than writing.
In Japanese, kanji and honorific words, and even among honorific words, honorific words are difficult.At that time, I struggled to use honorifics that were available on the spot.
I started learning Japanese on my own when I was in XNUMXth grade, and I love Arashi!
I started with good morning, hello, nice to meet you, and watched the drama a lot and memorized it.It's Japanese that you can hear.
Even now, Tsugaru dialect comes naturally to my ears, so I feel like I'm gradually picking up my accent (laughs).
―What is life like in Hirosaki?
The day I bought my first bicycle, I was happy that I could go to school by bicycle instead of walking.Unlike my friends around me, I was the only one who didn't live in the International House, but in the university dormitory.
Sometimes I feel the food is a little salty, but I got used to it.It was strange to see so many okra in the dormitory meals.
I also love to eat out and eat a lot. A hamburger shop called [Pepe Kitchen] was delicious.
I like both Japanese and Western food, but Korean food is the best!I also love kimchi, and of course I love delivery of Korean culture.
-What surprised you in Hongdae?
Why do you wear a suit for the entrance ceremony?
In Korea, no one attends the entrance ceremony, there are no classes, and if there is no orientation, no one will attend.If I go out, I will go in casual clothes.Later, at the orientation, you will be introduced to your teacher.
When I saw my mother wearing a kimono in Hongdae, I thought it was my mother's entrance ceremony! ?I was surprised.
-in the future?
I would like to become an event planner, but my first priority is to graduate.I'm not sure whether to choose Japan or South Korea, but I would like to do a job where I can use Japanese.
I wonder if the roots come from Arashi fans?
A shot inside Gyeonggi University
―To Hirodai students aiming for Kyunggi University
Suwon, where Gyeonggi University is located, does not have a big festival like Aomori, but it has a long cultural history and delicious food, with many performances such as concerts.There is also a chicken street~ It takes an hour to reach Seoul.
The dormitory is also fully equipped, and a Hongdae student I met at Kyunggi University used to live in the dormitory.If you get tired of the dormitory meals, we recommend delivery!
―For Future International Students
I want you to fully enjoy your short time.
I was able to broaden my horizons not only with my friends and the university, but also with the Korean language volunteers I participated in.
Also, I would like you to make friends not only with people from your hometown, but also with international students from other countries, which will surely lead to good experiences!
Thank you all!
Suhi, who also participated in the Hirosaki Neputa Festival, thank you for taking the time to interview us before returning to Japan.
Please be a good event planner and come to Hirosaki again.