A little break at a café during our trip with my husband. The elegant interior, delicious coffee, and desserts instantly won me over — I thought, “I have to come back here!” Later, I found out the place is run by a local creator, and I was truly impressed.(Photo by Milly)  A Story That Began with Personal Experience   About ten years ago, I worked with a colleague whose personality and work style matched mine so well that we stayed close friends even after leaving the job. We would often meet up, share meals, and talk about everyday life. But over time, our contact became less frequent, and eventually, I heard that this friend had moved back to their hometown.   Not long ago, I happened to reconnect with them. They told me: “I’m now working as a Local Creator in my hometown.”   They were deeply engaged in projects such as revitalizing the local economy, promoting the region, and addressing population decline. What Is a Local Creator?   The term...