Enjoyable Experience

Last week, MFWI students enjoyed Spokane County Fair. There were many wonderful and exciting things at Spokane County Fair. I saw many kinds of rides included roller coasters, food and shops. I was so excited. I thought these are different from Japanese culture.

Exciting Rides

First, I rode 5 rides there, and I noticed 2 differences. The first is that almost all the rides were turning around. While I rode them, the machines were revolving, so I felt bad after I got off them. In Japan, there are many machines like them, but they are not always revolving. Sometimes the machine's action changes. Because of this, most people don't feel bad after getting off it. Additionally, the lit up rides in Spokane were so beautiful. I think these are more beautiful than Japanese ones.

Tasty

Second, I saw many kinds of food there. The food was different in Spokane. I smelled many kinds of delicious food. I ate a Pulled Pork Sandwich, and it tasted a little sweet and meat was very tender. I also saw other people's food, and I was surprised at the quantity. I thought I couldn't eat all of it if I ordered it. Also, doughnuts and waffles were too sweet for me. I noticed that the food was exactly fattening and greasy. Of course, Japanese food is healthier than American food. I couldn't understand why American people were able to ride the rides after they ate the greasy food.

Nice Music

Finally, I dropped in at many shops there, and I noticed differences. I was surprised that there were Japanese animation's goods there. I thought these goods didn't sell so much in Japan. I think these are rare goods. I found the shop which sold cowboy hats. The shop reminded me of American history. Also, I found the shop which sold American cultural items, and next to the shop, people performed with American traditional instruments. In addition, I found a tattoo shop there. In Japan, the tattoo is not good, so I have never seen these kinds of shops at the amusement park. I was so surprised. Many shops reminded me of American culture.

In these things, I experienced American culture while I enjoyed food, shopping and rides. These surprised and delighted me a lot. Also, I learned differences between America and Japan.

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