September 25, 2012

The goal of this visit to Hinode Junior High School is to plan and promote the School Festival Ornament Project. The gymnasium is to be the main event hall of the festival; the bazaar, food corner and flow paths (such as hallways and hatches) are to be taken into consideration as well. The pupils’ association and art department gathered in the meeting room after school to hear our proposals and offer their input regarding the festival’s overall objective. Hereafter, we will exchange ideas and mobilize to put a definitive plan into action.

In order to support the recovery, it is especially necessary to understand and consider the feelings of the afflicted persons of the area. Presently, we must also recognize that limitations exist as far as time and distance are concerned. We hope that this project will be the first step in building new relationships with local residents, including the teachers, their pupils as well as the parental guardians. (Kamiura)