However, I have tried to do my best, keeping the following belief in my mind: The more difficult the task is, the more efforts I must make so that I can deepen my understanding of Okinawa, having a proper understanding of the feelings of people in Okinawa.'
「しかし、それであればこそ沖縄への理解を深め、沖縄の人々の気持ちが理解できるようにならなければならないと努めてきたつもりです。」