Zetsumado #102: The World of the Window-Side Tribe. Kyushu Isn't South, It's West. Things I Need to Say on ZapoDay

Kyushu isn't a tropical paradise; it's actually located in the west.

Our main theme this time is "things I need to get off my chest." First, I want to emphasize the geographical reality of Kyushu. People often think of Kyushu as the "South," but in reality, it is in the "West." From stories about the genuine cold of winter in Fukuoka, our firsthand perspective on Kyushu living is sure to resonate. You might be in for a surprise if you step off the train at Hakata Station expecting a tropical getaway—an anecdote that will have you nodding along with a laugh.

Isn't it a bit suffocating to judge how others dress in daily life?

We also discuss the discomfort we feel toward the trend on social media where people mock others' outfits. If you see a middle-aged man wearing a body bag at an AEON Mall, is it really worth getting so worked up about? Our personality's philosophy—that if you have time to observe others, you should spend it making your own life more enjoyable—is incredibly refreshing. Listening to this during your commute might help you take a load off.

The distance from the office and a hidden trouble regarding commuting expenses.

In the middle of the program, the personality shares an episode about trying to file an application. The story of being told they couldn't use a certain system due to the specific distance from the company may feel like the kind of unreasonable situation any worker has experienced at least once. Please listen to the full episode to hear the truth behind this talk, which includes the sound of rain and the struggle of having to re-record.