National Tide 1980

Disneyland in Tokyo, Japan is the first Disneyland in Asia.

Until the end of the last century, it was the only one in Asia.

Therefore, as early as when it opened in 1983, it achieved great success that attracted worldwide attention.

Not only children from all over Japan, but also adults from all over Japan are rushing to come here to enjoy American entertainment.

Japanese college students are no exception. They regard this place as the best place for young men and women to date.

Some people buy annual passes because they are in Tokyo and go there frequently.

As a result, the north shore of Tokyo Bay, where Tokyo Disneyland is located, has transformed at an incredible speed into an emerging high-consumption area, with numerous resort hotels, leisure hotels, high-end shopping malls and entertainment venues.

For this reason, Tokyo Disneyland has become the pride of the Japanese, who call themselves "Asia's No. 1 Amusement Park."

Especially Japanese people living in Tokyo, once they have the opportunity to interact with foreigners, they can't help but brag about it.

Talking about Tokyo Disneyland, it is full of incredible rides and exciting performances.

Everything there is moving and colorful.

There are magical, novel, thrilling and exciting scenes and character scenes everywhere, which are enough to make people look real and fake.

It is the most advanced electronic sound action device from the United States and Japan that makes all this possible.

Just think about it, even the Japanese, who have become a developed country, are so fanatical and deeply fascinated.

What would happen if the people of the Republic, who are still working hard to achieve the goal of well-off society, saw all this?

No matter who it is, anyone who suddenly comes to such an extremely modern large-scale theme amusement park will feel an indescribable mental shock and unparalleled sensory stimulation.

In fact, this is how the Beijing models, who are the first to go abroad with the task of performing for the public, feel like this.

On New Year's Eve in 1985, several girls who went to Japan to perform for Nishiura Department Store came to Tokyo Disneyland together for the first time.

The tall girls became excited as soon as they arrived at the gate of the amusement park and saw the special actors dressed as Winnie the Pooh to attract customers.

Immediately holding balloons in hand, they swarmed up and took photos and group photos, laughing constantly.

Then I wandered around in the Penny Arcade of the World Market and had a great time running around.

I don't care about appearance, solemnity and elegance at all.

Especially Shi Kaili, she almost went crazy with joy when she saw the grand parade of floats.

If her companions hadn't dragged her along, the fascinated girl would have been able to dance and be "fascinated" by the lively Mickey Mouse and the naive Fruity dog ​​at the end of the float.

But there is a special case among these tall girls, and that is Qu Xiao.

She is unique among everyone, and she can never be happy.

The smile on his face was all forced to not disappoint everyone.

Why is this so?

On the one hand, it’s because Qu Xiao’s aesthetics tend to be traditional, and he is naturally quiet-tempered, so he never really appreciates American popular culture.

In her eyes, the body movements of American cartoon characters are too exaggerated and the plots are simple and straightforward.

This kind of thing that is only entertainment and lacks content is really tasteless and seems too noisy.

On the contrary, it is "Panda Story" and "Ryuko Taro" shot in Japan. These cartoons with artistic conception, twists and turns and profound themes are more likely to make her like and move her.

On the other hand, the tyranny of U.S. imperialism was not concealed in the land of Japan, which also made Qu Xiao very disgusted.

In Japanese newspapers, you can often see negative news about the US military stationed in Japan causing trouble and bullying Japanese citizens.

However, the Japanese government has always been weak and often has no choice but to deal with these perpetrators.

Even American companies have a transcendent status in Japan and can enjoy special benefits and treatment.

Disneyland, for example, has no scruples and has formulated quite arrogant overlord clauses.

Not only are tourists strictly prohibited from bringing their own food into the venue, but they also completely deny Japan’s traditional food.

Rice balls and sushi are all targets of inspection, and they are not provided in the park.

The restaurants in the park only sell burgers, French fries, hot dogs, pizza, salads, steaks, fried chicken, fried pork chops, grilled chicken legs, waffles, sandwiches, and pasta.

There are also some cakes, fruit pies, donuts, churros, grilled sausages, popcorn, marshmallows, and ice cream.

Those who don't like American fast food won't even be able to find a bowl of noodles.

So from Qu Xiao's point of view, this was completely unreasonable and a complete bullying.

But what makes her even more incredible and incomprehensible is the Japanese people's undignified resignation and complete resignation.

Of course, the most important fundamental reason is that Qu Xiao is homesick.

This performance was originally a long one. The models from Beijing all came to Tokyo after New Year's Day, so it had already been a month and a half.

If we had followed the original plan, it should have ended before the Spring Festival.

But the Japanese only celebrate the New Year, but the Spring Festival, of course, they will not understand the Chinese people's desire for reunion.

In view of the fact that the performance was so good and the contract with China was about to expire, XJTLU Department Store made a unilateral and temporary request, hoping to continue the performance for two weeks.

However, the person in charge of leading the team abroad also believed that this was an achievement and beneficial to his career.

I was so happy that I actively contacted the country and actually tried my best to promote this matter.

So on this special day, no matter how homesick Qu Xiao was, she couldn't rush back to the capital in time to celebrate the New Year with her parents.

Especially recently, her mother's health has not been very good. Not only is she coughing and wheezing, but she can't eat.

I have been thinking about my parents’ funny laughter, so how can I still have fun and laugh?

In fact, she didn't experience any entertainment facilities and just followed everyone around absentmindedly.

After watching two performances and staying up for two hours, as soon as everyone walked into the cafe in the amusement park to take a rest, she didn't want to move anymore.

He said that he felt uncomfortable and his feet hurt, so he asked to stay here to rest and let everyone play by themselves.

At this time, it must be said that good sisters are good sisters, and the friendship these days is definitely not watered down.

Despite Shi Kaili's playful nature, it was her first time to visit such a fun amusement park, but at this time, she still couldn't worry about being alone with Quxiao.

After this girl came out of the cafe, she had been wild for less than an hour before she came back to find Quxiao alone.

And she also brought a gift for Qu Xiao, a set of earrings with red hearts from Minnie and Mickey kissing each other, and a big marshmallow.

The novelty of this earring is that one picture can be broken down into three independent earrings, which can be matched at will.

Qu Xiao didn't see what it was at first, thinking it was a brooch or a magnet.

When Shi Kaili explained the real purpose to her, she was a little surprised by this ingenious design.

The marshmallow tastes even better, and it actually tastes like a light fruity flavor.

I can’t tell if it’s strawberry or blueberry, but it’s not the pure white sugar flavor in China.

In this way, as the two girls sit together, you take a bite, and I pinch a piece to share.

Soon "beards" grew on each other's lips, and Qu Xiao's mood finally improved a lot.

"If you don't want to eat, if you don't want to eat, it's all yours..." Shi Kaili was the first to stop and wiped her mouth.

"There will probably be another competition next year. This time I must go all out to compete and beat you. So you eat more and gain weight so that I can look good..." After saying that, she couldn't stop talking. Haha, smirk.

But even though she acted very cunning, Qu Xiao understood that she was deliberately trying to make him happy, and he was a little worried that she was over-dieting.

"Stop being ridiculous. You girl should really eat more. You're so thin and you don't look good. I'm afraid you'll faint on stage. Did you not eat last night? How much do you weigh now? Do you weigh ninety pounds? Listen to my advice, you are already in good shape and you can’t diet too much anymore. Especially when you have to go on stage..."

"Are you talking about me? You eat every meal, but you eat as much as a cat. Judging from your pale face, your hemoglobin must be less than ten grams, which means you are lacking in nutrients. These are what I should be telling you! "

"I don't look good, not because I didn't eat well, but because I didn't sleep well. You know, my mother is sick. She doesn't take her body seriously. I don't know if she went to the hospital for a checkup? The day before yesterday On the phone, when I asked about this, she ignored me again. Now I can’t go back at all, I’m very worried about her..."

"Okay, okay, baby, stop thinking about it."

Shi Kaili hugged Qu Xiao and put her face affectionately on hers, trying her best to comfort her.

"You have to know that ninety-seven percent of the worries in this world are unfounded worries. There are not that many real bad things. Auntie's health has always been good, hasn't it? The foundation is there, there must be no problem. I think at most it is Whooping cough. Don’t worry, I guarantee that Aunt Zhun’er will be cured when we return to China. Then you can buy more delicious food for your mother and take a good supplement. On the other hand, you have to be more open-minded and smile at life. Otherwise , It’s unjust for you to be worried about illness. Auntie still has to worry about you. "

Qu Xiao is truly grateful for such a good friend.

"Xiao Shi, thank you. I listen to you. To be honest, I envy you. If only I could be as optimistic as you and be an optimist."

Shi Kaili herself shook her head.

"Sister, do you still envy me? Tsk, everyone says I'm stupid, heartless, and not like a girl at all. I'm the only one who envy you."

Qu Xiao retorted seriously.

"That's because they don't understand you. People like you are the real great wisdom. The most important thing in life is to be in a good mood, and happiness is what you earn. Brother Ning also said that people who treat others as fools often You are the one who is really stupid.”

Shi Kaili was immediately happy.

"Haha, yes, what Brother Ning said is so right, I understand it deeply. If nothing else, just say that the self-righteous men around us are stupid. I have discovered in China that many people don't understand How to express masculinity. It seems that to please a girl, in addition to pretending to be deep and pretentious, you have to be foul-mouthed and cynical. Or you have to chase, pester, grind, and fawn over every day. Co-authored by Academic, Ruffian, and Feminine , this is our contemporary male. I really can't stand it. This kind of sick habit is simply a serious degeneration."

As a beautiful girl, well-known model.

Today, Shi Kaili and Qu Xiao will naturally receive attention from many members of the opposite sex, as well as attentiveness from many aspects.

So despite the fact that one of them is only in her early twenties and the other is only nineteen, neither of them has ever really been in love.

But after several years of modeling career, everyone already knows what love is.

Those coldness and warmth, those smiles, those eyes, the different motives behind them, they all have the same clarity in their hearts.

But even so, Qu Xiao felt that Shi Kaili's views on this topic were a bit extreme.

"You girl, your mouth is really terrible, it's like a knife. But isn't it a bit mean and generalizing? It seems that there are no good men in our country. Is it true that Japan's Ken Takakura is the only man? Let me ask you, Is this what you said, Brother Ning? Don't tell me, you didn't know about the Pierre Cardon Company in the first period of time? Brother Ning, he did it for..."

Unexpectedly, this time, Shi Kaili grabbed the topic.

"I know, I know, why don't I know? I know better that you must mention Brother Ning. Yes, Brother Ning is perfect. Brother Ning is capable, capable, courageous, affectionate and righteous, and he is also handsome. He is no worse than Takakura Ken. But the problem is, isn’t Brother Ning the only one? Is it enough for the two of us? Unless we cut him open with a knife. But then a new problem will arise. Do you want the first half? What? Or the second half?"

"You girl, you are really crazy! What nonsense are you talking about!"

Shi Kaili's teasing made Qu Xiao blush slightly, and she couldn't help but raise her hand and slap the girl punitively.

Shi Kaili exclaimed "Ah" and rubbed her lower back, but didn't care much and continued the topic.

"Hey, it's boring. You can't even make jokes anymore? Besides, I'm not just targeting our compatriots in China. I'm targeting a broad group of men."

"In comparison, the Japanese are actually even worse. Their machismo is so serious that you only know it after seeing them more. I bet their politeness is all fake. Not to mention they are discriminating against women in their hearts. They have low social status. They don’t know how to respect those who treat themselves. They are completely self-centered, domineering and domineering. However, on the other hand, they are servile and flattering to those who are higher than themselves. Do you think this kind of man is hateful or pitiful? No matter they They are so rich and well-groomed. I don't even have a good impression of them."

"Even now I have doubts about the basic quality of Japanese people. Originally in China, I hated men's fistfights and would get drunk and get drunk. Men, if you want to drink, you have to be calm and steady. I From the bottom of my heart, I hate those men who show their teeth and claws, scream and laugh loudly. But as a result, the Japanese are even more extreme. They throw away all their education and etiquette as soon as they see alcohol. They make unscrupulous noises in public places, dance and play, and they have nothing to do with it. He has no regard for others and has turned into a clown. Moreover, his ability to drink alcohol is generally poor, and even drinking sake that is as light as water can turn him into a drunken cat."

"As for the Japanese way of doing things, let alone mention it. They are too stubborn and don't think about you at all. How stupid do you think they are? Every time they express their gratitude, they hold a buffet to entertain us? And even the restaurant I don’t know what to change, but it’s always the Prince Hotel. You think we people, who can’t control our weight, what can we eat? There are so many delicious food on display, aren’t they meant to make us greedy and uncomfortable. Not to mention that we have to look good when we go there. Laughing, having to toast strangers, and have to take pictures with them are all exhausting. Oh, and that annoying Tikanguang will appear every time. The way he looks at you is obviously evil. He is a big bad wolf. You little red riding hood, you have to be careful..."

These last few words naturally made Qu Xiao's face turn red and he wanted to pinch Shi Kaili's face.

"You little girl, you always make fun of me. Hum, let me be bad, let you be bad..."

"Don't, don't..." Although she grabbed Qu Xiao's hands and begged for mercy, Shi Kaili continued to talk about the same topic.

"You are so stingy. I really think about you. I heard that Tikang Guang is engaged. Isn't this because I am afraid that you will be deceived..."

"You still said, you still said. It's none of my business what he likes. I don't thank you at all now. Your gift was given in vain today..."

Shi Kaili immediately felt that she had suffered a big loss.

When she appeared on stage once, the performance subsidy was only 6,000 yen.

The earrings cost her 2,500 yen, nearly half of it.

In China, according to the official exchange rate, it would cost more than 30 yuan. According to the real exchange rate of private exchange, it would be at least 70 or 80 yuan.

"Okay, I was wrong. It's okay that I was wrong. How about this? Let's celebrate New Year's Eve together tonight instead of going to the banquet. I'm treating you. Let's find a Chinese restaurant for a big meal. What do you want to order? Let’s just order something, and I’ll risk it. Don’t think about money, weight, etc. I’ll throw them all away today and love whoever…”

Shi Kaili decided to take practical actions to make up for their feelings.

Qu Xiao was indeed moved by what he heard, but he was also a little worried.

"We're not going to the banquet? How about that? If you don't abide by the foreign affairs rules and act privately, the team leader will tell you, right?"

"Don't worry, it's okay. If the team leader asks, we'll just say we're sick and have a stomachache. What else can he say? Besides, the cooperation between the Textile Bureau and Nishiura Department Store is about to expire. Next time we come to Japan, we will go to Osaka , performed for Takashimaya. Can the leader be serious about us? Besides, don’t we have a backer? It’s not like others don’t know how much the minister likes you and treats you like his own daughter. Come on, today is New Year’s Eve, why? You also have to eat some dumplings..."

"Let's see what you can do. You're an eccentric ghost girl."

Qu Xiao was completely moved and stretched out his hand to tug Shi Kaili's nose.

This is an act of teasing children in the capital, commonly known as "pulling a camel".

However, she had a better idea and didn't intend to waste her money.

"I wholeheartedly agree with your idea. However, let's not go to a restaurant to eat. Tokyo is so expensive and there are not many serious Chinese restaurants. And the dumplings here are just pot stickers, and the fillings are extremely unpalatable. I think , if we want to eat dumplings, we might as well make them ourselves. We have a chopping board, rolling pin and vinegar in our dormitory. Just buy some stuffing materials. The shrimp and crab here are cheap! We can make them with three delicacies or crab meat. We can The two of them divide the work, one rolls and the other makes the bags, and it's done in a while. Well, they are all bags anyway, so I might as well make more, one hundred and fifty, so that everyone can have a taste..."

Indeed, Qu Xiao was very considerate, and this was all true.

Chinese restaurants in Japan never make dumplings.

Although Tokyo is full of ramen shops and dumpling shops, the dumplings here are all fried in a pan.

Six per plate, 350 yen per plate, equivalent to 134 yuan in RMB.

The fillings are only meat and onions, which is really unpalatable.

The Japanese eat these dumplings completely as a dish, with rice.

This strange way of eating, which in our opinion is purely a staple food, is called "dumpling set meal" and is very common in Japan.

The models who came from the capital back then definitely couldn't get used to it.

Often after eating less than two, you will feel greasy and even a little disgusting. This is also the uniqueness of Japanese dumplings.

However, Qu Xiao did not expect that Shi Kaili would become embarrassed because of this.

It took me a long time to reveal the truth like squeezing out toothpaste.

"But, but I... I haven't studied. I live in a compound and have eaten in the cafeteria since I was a child. I'm not going to lie to you, even my mother can't..."

Although Qu Xiao was surprised, he smiled generously.

"It's okay, then I'll do it. For us northerners, making a few dumplings is no big deal. Don't worry about anything, just wait to eat."

Shi Kaili was happy now. She swallowed a mouthful of spit and clapped her hands.

"Great, I miss our dumplings so much. So I have to pay for the ingredients. No, don't argue with me. I originally wanted to spend 40,000 to 50,000 for tonight's meal. Haha. , You saved me money. Really, I am so happy to have you by my side. Why can you do everything? If only you were my sister..."

And immediately after, Shi Kaili couldn't sit still anymore, stood up, laughed, and was about to leave.

"Let's go, just do it. You don't want to stay here anyway, so let's stop nagging and hurry up and buy something and go back. Otherwise, what time will it be when we finish packing and cooking?"

This impatient look really made Qu Xiao feel a little funny.

"I'm talking about that. You glutton, why are you more anxious than me when it comes to dumplings? You're not even interested in amusement parks anymore? You really don't want to stay there anymore? Don't regret it..."

Shi Kaili swallowed again, but on the surface she was still pretending.

She took Qu Xiao's arm and talked as she walked.

"What? Don't be ignorant. Let's go back early. There's no one in the dormitory, so no one will grab your phone. I'm doing it for your own good, so that you can have the phone exclusively. Call whoever you want. . Let’s go, let’s go quickly, go back before four o’clock, maybe Brother Ning is still in the company..."

"Here you go again! I really pinched you..."

"Ouch! Really! Why do I want to chat with him? You obviously have something on your mind..."

Two tall girls walked and talked.

Just like that, he disappeared without any nostalgia into this completely American-style amusement park that is very attractive to children all over the world.

Who made this day New Year's Eve?

It would be useless to let a nest of Mickey Mouse jump around these two girls. It would be wishful thinking to want them to stay.

All the entertainment and food that Asia’s number one paradise has to offer were overshadowed on this day.

For the two girls, it was far less than a phone call to their parents, or a plate of dumplings made by themselves.