We have a lot of opportunities to talk about our own hometown since Vancouver is a melting pot where people from all over the world. People ask "Where are you from?" with each other all the time. Honestly, I am kind of tired of this question and since once I told them I am from Japan, the second words tend to be "Arigatou gozaimasu" and "Konichiwa" which requires me to praise them like "Wow that is impressive""Good pronunciation" or something. I experienced it more than 100 times. 

Anyways, talking about people’s hometowns is fun. That would be the best first step to getting to know each other, moreover, it is easy to start a conversation. Usually, people don't hesitate to speak about their hometown except for the case of refugees. You can just open Google Earth and ask" Where is your hometown?" and then just enjoy a virtual tour together. Keep conversation by asking "Any favourite place?" Any go-to restaurants?" or"What is famous for?" Easy.

The problem is the time when you need to explain your hometown. Asking is easy but answering is not. Let me give you some tips to express your home town well. No.1, stock some words to express"Beautiful". We are good at finding beautiful places there. But it is better to stop saying "beautiful". My recommendation would be "majestic""picturesque" and "spectacular" instead. No.2, good to have several words to express how rural or not because it would be separated roughly two. rural or not. Rural areas could be explained as calm, serene or peaceful, on the other hand, when you want to express Tokyo, let's say Urban, developed or Bustling.  No.3, when it comes to people's character, you can say, Close-knit: Characterized by strong relationships and a sense of community among residents, Charming or Welcoming if you feel friendly enough.  

Now. let us use these new vocab to introduce my hometown as an example.

My hometown lies in the northern region of Japan within Aomori Prefecture, a predominantly rural serene area across the country. Its climate resembles that of Vancouver, featuring pleasant summers and long winters with heavy snowfall. What sets my hometown apart is its unique dialect, characterized by distinctive intonations and entirely different words, often leaving even other Japanese speakers perplexed. Though initial encounters may seem reserved, the community fosters tight-knit bonds, transforming into a close-knit and charming environment over time. I cherish my hometown for its spectacular natural landscapes and the lively atmosphere during the annual Nebuta festival, a historic celebration that infuses the summer with vibrant energy.

So, now you wanna visit my hometown in the future? Let's think about your hometown and get ready to introduce it to our future friends!