An artist's concern is to capture beauty wherever he finds it.

The truth is, Japan is headed for crisis. We are in the hands of greedy businessmen and weak politicians. Such people will see to it poverty grows every day.

Democracy is a fine thing. But that doesn't mean citizens have a right to run riot whenever they disagree with something.#Page: 120

Revolution? Really, Ono! The communists want a revolution. We want nothing of the sort. Quite the opposite, in fact. We wish for a restoration.

How so much honourable is such a contest, in which one's moral conduct and achievement are brought as witnesses rather than the size of one's purse.#Page: 10

Self acceptance is a key factor in life.

The finding of God is the coming to one's own self.

And man will go on. Man, not men.

Tripping is embarrassing, but I have learned that where we stumble is the place we dig for gold—where we trip is where the treasure lies.

There've been times when I've bought a whole pound of cheese and walked down the street and eaten it in one go.

Love is patient, love is kind, love means slowly losing your mind.

Because what if I got to know you and you turned out to be just like they said? What if you weren’t the person I hoped you were? That, more than anything, would have hurt the most.

In small space a player has to be capable of acting quickly. A good player who needs too much time can suddenly become a poor player.

I always tell the truth, Stella replies. Although I sometimes confuse the facts.

Being a singer is not just for popularity, it is more like cheering people's hearts and never forget my root.