Panel 1: Encounter in the Garden
Setting: A beautiful Japanese garden with a traditional house in the background.
- Alice: A foreign tourist, admiring the serene setting.
- Sakura: A woman wearing a stunning kimono, standing gracefully.
Dialogue:
- Alice: “Wow, your kimono is so beautiful! Where did you get it?”
- Sakura: “This is a family heirloom from my grandmother. Kimonos carry the history of our families.”
Panel 2: Trying on a Kimono
Setting: Inside a traditional Japanese room, adorned with authentic decor.
- Alice: Excited yet slightly nervous as Sakura helps her put on a kimono for the first time.
Dialogue:
- Alice: “There are so many layers! It’s fascinating.”
- Sakura: “Yes, each layer adds to the elegance of the kimono.”
Panel 3: Experiencing a Tea Ceremony
Setting: A calm and serene traditional Japanese tea room.
- Alice: Wearing the kimono, participating in a tea ceremony guided by Sakura.
Dialogue:
- Alice: “The aroma of the tea and the feel of the kimono are so soothing.”
- Sakura: “Kimonos help you find peace and connect with yourself.”
Panel 4: A Walk at Sunset
Setting: A picturesque Japanese garden at sunset, filled with blooming flowers.
- Alice and Sakura: Walking together, both wearing kimonos.
Dialogue:
- Alice: “I’ve learned so much about the beauty of kimonos today. I’d love to come back with my own.”
- Sakura: “That would be wonderful. You’re always welcome here.”
