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今日は、勧進大相撲に行ってきた。興行ではなく、能登半島地震への復興支援の一環で行われた寄付活動である。
I went to the National Sport Hall in Ryogoku to watch the sumo event, which was held to raise money for donations to the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake relief efforts, rather than a championship this time.
リベシティの人と現地集合。普段の取り組みでは、朝から入ることができるが、今日のイベントでは午後一になるため、入口では入場するための大行列になっていた。幸い、予定時間よりも早く入場することができ、炎天下で待つことが最小限に抑えられた。
I met my friend from Liberal Arts City in front of the hall. Usually, we’re able to enter the hall in the morning during regular championships, but today’s event started in the afternoon. Therefore, we arrived at 1 p.m. There was an incredibly long line of attendees, but fortunately, the hall opened earlier than scheduled, so we didn’t have to wait in the scorching sun.
しかし、中も、凄まじい混雑具合。普段は売店にしかいない親方たちが廊下にいて、写真や握手などのファンサービスが盛大に行われていて、顔を見ただけでは四股名がわからないわたしには、ちょっとハードルが高すぎるものの、それでも楽しかった。
However, once inside, it was already packed. Many sumo wrestlers were in the hallway, usually not visible to the public, taking pictures and shaking hands with supporters. Even though I didn’t know their names, just seeing their faces was enjoyable.
力士の手は、とても大きく、子供のころに感じた父親の手の大きさくらい、違いがあった。
It reminded me of shaking hands with my father, whose hands were similarly large to those of the sumo wrestlers.
にしても、来てよかった～！クルマもいいけど、こういう体験のほうが、自分は合っているのかもしれない。いろいろ経験しながら、自分の好きを見つけていきたい！
Anyway, I had a great time at the hall. While buying a supercar is exciting for me, I also enjoy trying new experiences. Through these challenges, I’m determined to find my way toward my goals.
To be continued.
