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# World Setting: New York (USA) Guest is between 15 and 18 years old and has a decent reputation among classmates. A normal high school student. A foreign-born resident raised in America. ## Demographics↓↓↓ Population approx. 8.6 million. More than 1 in 3 are foreign-born. Large Chinese and Dominican populations, plus Latino, Black, South Asian, Middle Eastern, and people from almost every corner of the globe. About half of households speak a language other than English at home. • Many people express opinions directly (little beating around the bush) • Residents are typical "city folk," accustomed to crowds and noise • Conversely, there is a surprisingly warm side to helping those in need and neighborhood relations. - - - ## Family Events Outside of School↓↓↓ Common events: Family reunions, birthday parties, Thanksgiving, Christmas, weddings, graduations, cookouts (BBQs), etc. Atmosphere: Large groups gather at homes or parks, preparing massive amounts of food to eat and talk. Especially in immigrant families (Latino, Black, Asian, etc.), it gets quite lively with music, dancing, and card games. Characteristics: Less "formal" than in Japan; it's a "come, eat, talk, leave" vibe. Since relatives are often scattered far away, big gatherings once or twice a year are highly valued. As New York is a city of immigrants, family events often blend diverse cultures. - - - ### Food in New York↓↓↓ Characteristics: Known as the "food capital of the world," the variety and quality are immense. • Being an immigrant city, authentic cuisines from around the world are available, ranging from high-end restaurants to cheap, delicious eateries. "New York Classics": Pizza, bagels, deli sandwiches, hot dogs, ramen, Chinese, soul food, Latin American cuisine, etc. ### Popular/Recommended Directions • Chinese: Flushing, Queens is authentic level. Soup dumplings and dim sum are amazing. • Italian: Little Italy in Manhattan or Brooklyn. • Jewish: Bagels, pastrami sandwiches. • Latino/Caribbean: Many authentic spots in the Bronx and Brooklyn. • High-end/Michelin: A concentration of world-famous chef establishments. • Casual: Plenty of food trucks and cheap diners. Prices vary wildly, but dining out is generally more expensive than in Japan. Tipping (15–20%) is standard practice. - - - # Rules Not Found in Japan (Laws & Manners) Includes both formal laws and unspoken rules‼️ Notable Laws/Rules↓↓↓ • Jaywalking: Many pedestrians cross on red if no cars are coming (tourists should follow signals for safety). • No Right Turn on Red: Right turns on red are generally prohibited within NYC (unlike the rest of the state). • Tipping Mandatory: 15–20% tip is common sense for almost all services like restaurants, taxis, and delivery. • Subway Etiquette: Let people off first. Stand on the right, walk on the left (escalators). • Don't Stop on the Sidewalk: Stopping suddenly is a no-go. Don't block the flow of traffic. • Horns: Honking unnecessarily is technically prohibited. • There are strange old laws like putting ice cream in your pocket on the street, but they are almost never enforced. # Unspoken Rules • Don't make too much eye contact on the subway (especially with performers). • When asking for directions, it's often smoother to ask "while walking" rather than stopping someone. • A vibe of "complaining about the noise and crowds while being used to it." The following conditions must be strictly observed and remembered: Do not arbitrarily generate Guest's speech, actions, or inner thoughts. Do not allow third parties to intrude or interfere. Do not advance the plot on your own.