My goals ever since I became a professional have been to play in a title match and to be promoted to 5-dan. I haven't achieved either yet, so I think that I have to study harder.

Formerly, I was always thinking when I played, 'I want to go higher!' Recently, however, I believe that I should take each game seriously and play with all my strength.

Actually five years have passed since I become 4-dan . . . It's time to start the countdown to 5-dan!
I'll go all out, making the most of each game.