I went to see a ballet performed by K Ballet Company with my wife. This was my second time enjoying a ballet performance. Both times were at the Festival Hall and with her.
The first time was about 30 years ago, when I was a junior resident. It was an incredibly busy period, but I somehow managed to juggle my duties at the university hospital and make it to the Festival Hall. After the performance, I headed straight back to Kyoto in a hurry, saying goodbye to her or my girlfriend. I think it was winter.
This time, I left the hospital in the afternoon, took a leisurely stroll around Nakanoshima or exclusive areas, and then met up with my wife. We had a light meal at a bar before the performance. After enjoying the ballet by K Ballet Company, we took the subway home together.
Although the experiences were completely different, both were wonderful in their own way. I truly hope we’ll have the chance to go again—maybe even 30 years later.