--I heard that you were involved in a documentary about teenagers with gay and lesbian parents. Could you tell us more about this?

It was really a wonderful experience. The families that I met were amazing and really living life to the fullest. The children were very open and creative. That make me kind of want children too!

--What is the name of the documentary?

It’s called “Raising Teens”. However, when it was shown on MTV, they used the title “I have gay parents”.

--That sounds so interesting! By the way, what is your own favorite lesbian movie?

Without a doubt, "Go Fish". That happened right when I was coming out, so it was perfect for me.

--Who among lesbian figures do you respect most?

Definitely actress Sandra Bernhard. She played Professor Charlotte Birch from Jenny’s writing class in Season 2.

--What draws you to her?

Her humor. I love funny women (laughs).

--This may be a bit off topic, but you were born in Okinawa, right?

Yes, I lived in Japan until I was 4. For that reason, I always wanted to learn Japanese. But I never had time.

--Have you ever come back to Japan?

Yes, a month ago. My girlfriend had to go for work so I joined her. We were only there a week, but it was awesome!

--What was the best part?

Shopping (laughs).

--People usually say that the clothes in Japan are expensive.

Yes. But none of what you find here is in America, so for me it's worth it (laughs).

--Where did you shop the most?

In Daikanyama.

--Did you go to the gay area of Tokyo - Nichome in Shinjuku?

Sadly, I couldn’t. I really wanted to, so we went to Shinjuku and searched for it, but we couldn’t find it! (laughs) We ended up in Golden-Gai and settled on drinking there. That’s not part of Nichome, is it?

――No. (laughs)

I thought not. (laughs) But Golden-Gai was pretty cool too.