新年早々、車を破壊して怒られました。

Summary

In this heartfelt and humorous New Year's video, Me-chan shares her unfortunate start to 2024 by accidentally damaging her car while attempting to park at home, leading to a hefty repair cost of 360,000 yen, thankfully reduced to 150,000 yen thanks to insurance. Despite the mishap and the embarrassment of driving a damaged car, she reflects on the importance of being cautious until the car is fully parked. Me-chan also ventures to a famous shrine to improve her fortune, drawing a fortune slip that advises learning from failures and hints at financial prudence. Alongside her shrine visit, she humorously navigates the cold weather and shares her anticipation for the year, making for a relatable and engaging narrative that blends life lessons with light-hearted moments.

Takeaways

• 😟 She got into a car accident on New Year's and damaged her family's car.
• 😣 The repairs cost 360,000 yen ($2800 USD). She felt very guilty.
• 🤔 She realizes being a good driver means being focused until you turn the engine off.
• 🙏 She went to a famous shrine known for good luck with money to get an o-mikuji.
• 🎰 Her o-mikuji said to study taxes and insurance, and wear red underwear.
• 📝 It advised learning from failures and mistakes.
• 🚘 She feels gods look down on humans from above shrines.
• ❄️ Her scooter struggles starting in the cold winter weather.
• 🍱 As always, she went for her favorite food after visiting the shrine.
• 👍 She will keep posting new videos in 2024 so please subscribe!

Q & A

What happened to the narrator at the beginning of the new year?

The narrator got into a minor car accident in the parking garage at home on New Year's Day.

How much did it cost to repair the car damage?

The repair cost was 360,000 yen (about $3,000), but insurance covered most of it so the out-of-pocket cost was around 150,000 yen ($1,500).

Why was the narrator scolded by her parents?

She had a history of accidents with family vehicles so they were upset that it happened again now that she's an adult.

Where did the narrator go to get an omikuji fortune for the new year?

She went to Kanjin Shrine which is known for giving good luck in money and finances.

What advice did the narrator's fortune give?

It said that even after failures, having a sincere attitude to learn from mistakes will improve luck and fortune.

What item did the fortune say the narrator should wear?

It recommended wearing red underwear for good luck.

What did the fortune advise about taxes and insurance?

It said to study and learn more about taxes, medical costs, and insurance.

Where did the narrator go to eat after visiting the shrine?

She went to her usual restaurant, likely a fast food place that she frequents.

What problem did the narrator have with her motorcycle?

In the cold weather, the motorcycle engine kept stalling and was hard to start up again.

How did the narrator feel about the long stairs at the shrine?

She felt they were difficult for someone weak and out of shape like her.