- this is exemplified in the live action version of the anime, 'Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You' which we are currently watching on Netflix UK - which shows the misunderstandings and complexity of relationships as teenagers attempt to understand this 'national characteristic'.

Thanks for sharing this perceptive and personal insight into a subtle and deep relationship. It is reflective but also contains some universal truths that those from other cultures may recognise. Perhaps, too often, we only notice differences and overlook similarities between ourselves and others.

That was a beautiful and pretty profound piece of writing, Mitsuki.
Take care.