Actor Alice Hirose described the physical struggle of carrying heavy grocery bags while managing a demanding professional schedule during a press event in Tokyo [1, 2].
The anecdote provides a rare glimpse into the domestic routines of high-profile Japanese entertainers, contrasting their public image with the mundane challenges of urban living.
Speaking at the BYD RACCO press conference, Hirose said that her work commitments often leave her with little time to visit the supermarket [1, 2]. To compensate for this, she opts to buy supplies in bulk whenever she finds an available window of time [1, 2].
This method of shopping leads to a recurring struggle with the weight of her purchases. Hirose said, "When I am busy with work, I don't have much time to go to the supermarket, so when I can go, I buy a bit more in bulk, and every time, my both hands end up full of shopping bags" [1].
She detailed the physical toll of transporting these items to her vehicle. Hirose said, "The heavy bags are digging into my arms, so I'm opening the car door while slightly congested" [1].
Despite these bulk shopping trips, the actor noted that she does not typically make massive purchases [1]. The conversation occurred within the context of a promotional event for the BYD RACCO electric vehicle, where the practicality of the car's features was highlighted [1, 2].
Hirose's description of her "real-life bulk buying situation" emphasizes the logistical hurdles faced by professionals in Tokyo's fast-paced environment, where a single trip to the store must often sustain a person for several days [1, 2].
“My both hands end up full of shopping bags”
This anecdote serves as a relatable humanizing element for the actor while simultaneously acting as a soft-marketing point for the BYD RACCO. By highlighting the struggle of loading heavy bags into a car, the narrative underscores the need for vehicle accessibility and utility in the daily lives of busy urban professionals.
