好きな歌は何ですか？ — What's your favorite song? (Care · Conversation, Friendly to Senior, JLPT N5)

Gesture & etiquette

Sit at eye level beside them, not facing them confrontationally. Soft smile, open posture. When they begin to answer, lean in slightly. If they hum a tune, hum along quietly if you recognize it — shared music is a powerful bond.

A short, open-ended question like this is gold in eldercare conversation. Music memories are often well-preserved and emotionally rich, and asking gives the senior the floor. Avoid framing it as a memory test ('what was the song from your youth?') — just keep it present and curious. Be ready to listen patiently as they recall.