GoodAlso, I think the author isn't considering the fact that you definitely fall out of practice with the piano if you don't play it, and she hasn't been playing for years.
She actually played at least once recently, to record her playing to be selected for that event. The old lady organizator mentioned listening to it.I get it author, I really do: delinquent prejudice in Japan is a huge issue, but the more you stall, the more you have to make it worth it, and it's getting harder and harder to be.
Also, I think the author isn't considering the fact that you definitely fall out of practice with the piano if you don't play it, and she hasn't been playing for years.