I have been to Yosemite a few times during the years I stayed in America. However, this is the first time I went on a trip with people that I do not know. After the trip is over, I can truly say that I enjoyed meeting and getting to know my new friends because through them, I realized how much I do not know about the world.

I loved filmmaking and have always wanted to get more experience in film shooting. Due to my work, I did more on editing work and didn't have much opportunities to shoot. However, during this trip, I could have a chance to shoot anything I want. It is indeed a great chance for me.

I wanted share my trip experience with my friends and relatives. I wanted them to see the activites we did during our journey. Therefore, I compiled all the footages that I have and made them into a music video. It's short, but at the same time uplifting. And that is what I experienced with the people that went with me. I hope everyone who watched this can be as uplifted as I was.

- Hiroyasu Ishijima

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