With the age of adulthood lowered to 18 last year, a coming-of-age ceremony for 18-year-olds was held in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. 2004 people born between April 4 and April 4, 1, including those who graduated from high school, gathered this spring wearing sleeves and suits.
Mayor Sakae Okamoto encouraged you, saying, "You have youth and infinite hope, and I hope you will live a life without regrets" Board of Education staff gave quizzes on consumer troubles and urged people not to get into trouble.