Kotori Ep. 31: Kotori's Monjayaki Research Notes
Kotori begins her work-study at Miyashita Monjayaki, with a lot of assistance from Ai. She looks to be taking copious amounts of notes as she works, but what exactly is she writing?
Kotori
Yummy! This potato and buttered corn monjayaki is soft, sweet, and easy to eat!
Player
I'll say! Personally I prefer the kimchi pork over here, but I can see how it'd be a little too spicy for kids.
Kotori
Oh, that's a good point! Maybe we should recommend adding less kimchi and more veggies for people who have kids with them.
Kotori
Need to warn people with kids about the spiciness level… Got it!
Player
Your notepad is just about full of notes and observations, Kotori.
Kotori
Yup! I'm jotting down everything I learn, like all the stuff Ai taught me about the cooking process! These are my monjayaki research notes!
Kotori
In a perfect world I'd memorize all of it, but I'm worried I might forget something important… Am I being a worrywart?
| Option 1: “I think we're all like that.” |
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| Player I think we're all like that. I know I can only remember so much at once, so I'm the type that likes to take lots of notes too. Kotori You too? *Giggle* Nice to know it's not just me. |
| Option 2: “Taking notes gives you peace of mind!” |
| Player Taking notes gives you peace of mind! Kotori Exactly! I always keep my notepads nearby at home so I can check them whenever I want! |
Kotori
Whether it's things the work-study made me curious about or things I want to try… When I write them down, even the small things, it's such a relief!
Player
Wow, who knew? I'll try jotting down the things I notice too. Now let's get to work so we can learn how to fry up some extra-tasty monjayaki!
Kotori
Yay! Thank you!
[Fade in/out.]
Kotori
Come right in! Welcome to Miyashita Monjayaki!
Kotori
What can I get for you today?
Kotori
You're not sure what style and toppings to order? Hmm, I know the feeling…
Kotori
My personal favorite is the potato and buttered corn! The sweet taste and aroma are to die for!
Kotori
Since you have young children with you, I recommend steering away from the spicier options as well as the ones with sticky mochi.
[Fade in/out.]
Ai
You're an phenomenal waitress, Kotori! It's like you've always worked here!
Kotori
Hee hee. You think so? I do kinda feel like I'm getting used to the job!
Kotori
Especially since I have you, Ai, and my monjayaki research notes!
Ai
Huh?! Monjayaki research notes?! I didn't know you were writing stuff down! Can I sneak a peek?
Kotori
Of course! And please tell me if I got anything wrong!
Ai
Wow… I can't believe you wrote all of this in such a short amount of time.
Kotori
Hee hee hee. It's because a certain Professor Ai taught me all the important things I needed to know!
Ai
No no no! This is making me think I've gotta study more! I love all your thoughts on the seasonings and toppings… This'll be a big help for coming up with new menu items!
Player
Hee hee. Kotori, your passion for learning's got Ai all fired up too. Awesome job!
Kotori
Wow, you really think so? That makes me so happy to hear!
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