Introducing to you Mizuno-sensei! Mizuno-sensei is a very kind and energetic teacher who always brightens the classroom with her positivity! Let's dive into her Friend's Questionnaire answersheet with pictures and explanations.
Mizuno-sensei 水野 先生 水野 麻衣子 ミズノ マイコ
Here is the original 友達アンケート (Tomodachi Anketo).
Favorite food 好きな日本料理
うなぎ Unagi (Eel). A traditional Japanese dish, often grilled with a sweet soy-based sauce and served over rice as "unadon" or "unaju."
Favorite festival (any recommendations?) 大好きな祭り（おすすめの祭りは？）
大月 かがり火祭り "Otsuki Kagari-bi Matsuri" is a traditional festival in Otsuki City where large bonfires are lit. These fires create a magical atmosphere and are rooted in Japanese cultural traditions. See more.
Favorite Dorama (Made in Japan) 大好きなドラマ（日本製）
花咲舞が黙ってない はなさき まい が だまってない
"Hanasaki Mai Won't Stay Quiet". Protagonist Hanasaki Mai works for the on-site inspection team of Tokyo Daiichi Bank’s headquarters. She used to be a teller but was suddenly transferred to her current position. Here, Hanasaki witnesses numerous internal scandals she was previously unaware of. Unable to hold her tongue at the bank’s old-fashioned ways and absurdities, Hanasaki brilliantly solves the crimes and scandals across the bank’s branches and headquarters.
Favorite anime 大好きなアニメ
アンパンマン
It is a children's anime featuring a superhero made of bread filled with sweet bean paste. It's educational, cheerful, and teaches moral lessons.
Favorite Songs 大好きな歌
ミーシャさんの「アイノカタチ」
Check out our Sensei Jam playlist on Spotify.
Favorite and famous place in Japan 日本で大好きな有名な所
東京サマーランド
Tokyo Summerland is a popular water park and amusement center. It’s known for its massive indoor pool, which can be enjoyed year-round, and outdoor attractions like wave pools and thrilling water slides in summer. Here is their website.
What anime/dramas/novels do you recommend for students? 学生におすすめの アニメ・ドラマ・小説は？
アンパンマンは子供向けで人気のアニメです。大人がみても面白いです。歌もようです。元気をもらえるアニメです。
Anpanman is a popular animation for children. It is interesting even for adults. The songs are also very good. It is an animation that cheers us up.
What do you recommend for students to study Japanese? 学生におすすめの 日本語の勉強方法は？
きほんを大切に。
Take care of the basics.
Places you definitely want people to visit when they are in Japan? 日本にいる時、絶対行ってほしい所は？
（秋）東京の表参道のいちょう並木
（ あき） とうきょう の おもてさんどう の いちょう なみき
One of the famous streets to visit during the fall season due to it's gingko-lined trees of vibrant yellow-gold-orange color.
What are some places you definitely want me to visit in Yamanashi? 山梨にいる時、絶対行ってほしい所は？
河口湖、富士山 かわぐちこ、ふじさん
Lake Kawaguchi is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and offers breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, especially on clear days. (Our students also go on a trip to Lake Kawaguchi at least once in their CLAY-student times.)
Mount Fuji. Everyone knows this beautiful mountain, but here is some basic info about it: It is an active stratovolcano located on the Japanese island of Honshu, with a summit elevation of 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft 3 in).
Things you liked to do as a child (e.g., hobbies and games)
子どもの頃、好きだったこと（例えば、趣味や遊び）
ままごと
This traditional childhood game, similar to "playing house," involves pretending to cook, clean, and take care of imaginary families.
What do you like best about Japanese culture? 日本文化で一番好きなところは？
トイレがきれいなところ
Clean restrooms.
A word to students! 学生たちに一言！
みんな ダイヤモンドの原石です。磨けば磨くほど、ひかり、かがやきます。みんな、がんばれ～！
Everyone is a diamond in the rough. The more you polish them, the more they will shine and sparkle. Keep up the good work, everyone!
原石 （げんせき）ー Rough Stone
磨く（みがく）ー Polishing
ミズノせんせい、ありがとうございました。Thank you for sharing and inspiring all of us to get to know Japanese culture better!
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