Ribon February 2000 Issue

Interview with Matsuno Mika sensei about her short

story, "Ai My Maple"

[lit. Love My Maple]

Q. What is the best part about this story?

A. How lively the main character, Momiji is.

Q. What do you think of first when you write a story?

A. The characters.

Q. When did you think up of this story?

A. When I was talking to my friends

Q. Can you tell us about any healthy ways to live that

you have in mind?

A. Eat well, sleep well. It's a must (laughs).

Q. What are your favourite goods?

A. A keyholder with an angel's wing. I bought it about a

year ago and I like it very much because it's cute.

Q. Do you have anything you stick with in regards to fashion?

A. Colours. I love bright and pretty coloured clothes.

Q. What is your goal for the year 2000?

A. I lifestyle that follows the rules. I'd like to avoid

flipping day and night around.

Q. Lastly, a message for the readers.

A. Thank you for reading the poor Matsuno mangas. This story

is a story I find a new idea where the three characters have

equal amounts of love as I wrote. I will be very happy if you

enjoy it.