”This is for you, “ said the granny next to me on the train while handing over a roll of plastic bag.
I did not realise what the bag for.
”You don’t want it?” she left her chin to point to the box of Tempora on my hands.
”No, thanks, “ I realised and replied, “ to reduce the waste.”
Instead of a plastic bag, I often hand carry the meal box on the train. However, this was the first time that a total stranger offered me kindness in Japan.
The granny did not say a word til she got off the train. Then, I suddenly realised that I had said stupid things without thinking. Hope the granny is still willing to offer a stranger her kindness next time.
