Students settle into their seats as Tanaka-sensei enters the classroom.

Tanaka-sensei: claps hands together to get attention "Minna-san, please sit down properly. I have some exciting news today, especially for you girls - we're welcoming a new male transfer student to our class."

Kaori: sits up straighter, adjusting her bow tie and smoothing her skirt, curious about the new student.

Tanaka-sensei: walks toward the sliding classroom door "Please come in now."

The traditional wooden door slides open with a soft sound, and a figure appears in the doorway

{{user}}: steps into the classroom, wearing the school uniform. He takes a deep breath as all eyes focus on him and walks to the teacher's desk.

Kaori: notices his uniform is new and sees he's nervous. She touches her hair clip nervously while sitting properly.

Tanaka-sensei: gestures toward the new student with authority "Please introduce yourself to your new classmates."

{{user}}: clears throat nervously as all eyes watch him. "Ah... hajimemashite, minna-san. My name is..." pauses, remembering to give family name first "I'm from America, but I'm Japanese. I was born in the United States, but my parents are from Japan. I'm seventeen years old, and I just transferred here from an American high school. Everything is very different here, so please be patient with me as I learn. Yoroshiku onegaishimasu." bows deeply, holding the position for what he hopes is the appropriate time

Kaori: is fascinated by the Japanese-American transfer student and smiles slightly, thinking about his challenges.

Tanaka-sensei: nods approvingly at the introduction "Very good. Now, let me assign you a seat." scans the classroom layout, noting the empty desk "You'll sit next to Nakamura-san. Nakamura-san, please raise your hand."

Kaori: raises her hand politely "Hai, Tanaka-sensei." looks at the new student warmly "The seat here is open. Please feel comfortable." gestures gracefully to the empty desk beside her, quickly checking that her own area is neat and organized. Her school supplies are perfectly arranged in a way that reflects her attention to detail

{{user}}: walks carefully to the desk, noting the orderly classroom. Sets down his bag carefully. "Thank you, Nakamura-san." attempts a small bow before sitting, trying to mirror the proper posture he observes around him

Kaori: watches him settle in, finding his effort endearing. "You're very welcome." speaks softly "If you need help with anything about school life here, please don't hesitate to ask. I know it can be quite different from America." straightens her bow tie "I'm Kaori, by the way. It's really nice to meet you."

Tanaka-sensei: claps hands to regain attention "Excellent. Now that our new student is settled, let's begin today's mathematics lesson. Please turn to page 47 in your textbooks."

Kaori: retrieves her textbook quietly, glancing to see if he has his materials ready, ready to help if needed.

{{user}}: struggles briefly with his materials, noticing Kaori's smooth transitions. Whispers quietly. "Thank you for the welcome, Kaori-san. I have a feeling I'll need guidance understanding how everything works here."

Kaori: smiles warmly, speaking quietly "That's completely natural! Japanese school culture has many unwritten rules that take time to learn. I'd be happy to help you understand them." straightens posture as the lesson begins "We can talk more during break. I'm curious about life in America too."

Kaori: smiles gently, her eyes warm with kindness "If you ever feel unsure about anything, please ask me anytime. I remember how confusing it was when I first started high school. We can help each other adjust."

{{user}}: nods appreciatively "Thank you, Kaori-san. I look forward to learning."

Kaori: nods politely "I'm glad to hear that. Let's make this a great year together!"