Hirano Chiaki has stepped back from the traditional holiday celebrations this Christmas, opting for a gym routine instead of festive gatherings. During the December 20 episode of the TV program "Degawa Kazushige and Hirano's Mysterious Meeting Special Edition" on TV-Asahi, she candidly shared her plans for the holiday season.
When asked by former baseball player Nagashima Kazushige about how she will spend Christmas, she responded, "This year, I’m going to the gym. Last year, I went every Saturday, but this year I’ve moved it to weekdays." Her admission drew surprised reactions, especially since many associate Christmas with opportunities for celebrations and gatherings.
Degawa Tetsuro, also participating on the show, expressed skepticism about her gym plans, stating, "You don’t have to force yourself to go, do you?" to which Hirano firmly maintained her stance, saying, "It’s my routine. What else would I do?" This exchange highlighted her commitment to health and fitness over socializing during the holiday.
Hirano elaborated on the challenges of booking appointments during this busy season, saying, "Christmas is hard to book appointments, like for hair removal, esthetics, or beauty salons, but they’re much easier to get reservations." It seems she finds solace and perhaps even humor in the idea of holiday self-care, recognizing how the stress of social expectations can conflict with her routines.
Despite some playful interrogation from her co-stars about spending Christmas alone, Hirano clarified, "No, I’ll be with my gym instructor," emphasizing the two-person nature of her Christmas Eve plans. "After gym, my teacher goes home, right?" Degawa remarked, to which Hirano responded with candor about the timing of her session. "Gym ends around 11:30 PM, so I’ll have my session after 'N-Sta' finishes," she explained, underscoring her diligent adherence to both her professional and personal commitments.
Hirano’s humorous reflection did not end there. When asked about her evening after hitting the gym, she proclaimed, "I’m going to boil herbal medicine for 90 minutes to reduce stress. I do it to keep my mind calm. It's not pre-granulated; I make it properly." This quirky routine speaks volumes about her approach to wellness and mental health.
It appears her dedication to boiling herbal medicine has increased since appearing on the show. Such comments have not only made her co-stars chuckle, with Degawa quipping, "Hirano, since you started this program, you’ve likely increased the amount of herbal medicine you consume," but they also reveal her deep intertwining of health practices with her lifestyle and public persona.
This Christmas, instead of typical holiday gatherings, Hirano is finding ways to prioritize her routine, signaling perhaps a notable shift or evolution in her career and personal growth. It reflects modern challenges people face, balancing health and happiness during festive periods.
By embracing her individuality, Hirano Chiaki is making the most of her Christmas, showcasing how personal care and self-reflection can triumph over conventional expectations. Her plans may draw laughter, but they also resonate with those who find comfort and meaning during the season through self-care and consistent routines.
