by Yui, age 8 from Nagoya, Japan, asks Santa about pink versions of him, Ise Bay, and the historic Nagoya Castle.
Dear Santa, my name is Yui, and I am eight years old. I live in Nagoya, Japan, where my ojiichan says a grand old castle sits right in the middle of our city.
Dear Yui, a castle right in the heart of a city deserves a very respectful flyover, your ojiichan picked a truly majestic hometown.
Santa, I have three questions.
Is there a pink Santa? My little sister wants a pink version for her bedroom decoration.
There certainly are pink versions of me out there, Yui, a cheerful, colorful twist on the classic look. Your little sister sounds like she has a wonderfully creative sense of style.
My ojiichan says Nagoya sits along Ise Bay. Is that true?
It is true, Yui, Ise Bay stretches along your city’s edge, an important part of the local coastline. I always enjoy that glimmering water on my way to your rooftop.
My ojiichan says Nagoya Castle, right in our city, is one of the most famous castles in all of Japan. Is that true?
It is true, Yui, Nagoya Castle stands as one of Japan’s most celebrated historic landmarks, its golden roof ornaments especially famous. That kind of grand, careful craftsmanship is really something worth admiring.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
Your friend,
Yui Tanaka
Nagoya, Japan
P.S. Will you bring my sister a pink ornament of you this year?
Already wrapped, Yui, a splash of pink never hurts.
