Monthly Archives: Oct 2024

So, as it happens more often than not, I didn’t quite create what was originally asked of me for this university project. But I wanted to share my take anyway. At first, the video seems to start off pretty normally, … Continue reading →

I am now playing in the Kanagawa University Orchestra! The concert day has been the 27th December 12月27日 (じゅうにがつ にじゅうしちにち, Jūnigatsu Nijūshichi-nichi) 12月 (jūnigatsu) = December 27日 (nijūshichi-nichi) = 27th day Here are some YouTube links that showcase the songs … Continue reading →

Recently, I took a trip to Odawara, a charming city rich in history and culture. My adventure began with a visit to Odawara Castle (小田原城), which has a fascinating past as a key stronghold in Japan. Originally built in the … Continue reading →

Since my Phone camera broke, this project sadly was not continued. So, I know what the sign says, but why a fish? Is it only connected to fishing? This image has intrigued me, and I feel like everyone should get … Continue reading →

It seems this blog has turned into a place for me to vent about the challenges I’m facing in Japan. Anyway, here’s the latest one. As some of you may know, this isn’t my first time in Japan. While preparing … Continue reading →

If you’ve been to Japan, you may have noticed some unusually small doorways, especially in traditional buildings. It often raises the question: Were Japanese people really that small? A Cultural, Not Biological, Reason The short answer is no. While people … Continue reading →

Irony Alert As most of you know, I’m the last person to get into trouble with others for simply being myself and speaking my mind openly and without hesitation. Okay, jokes aside. I recently received an email from the International … Continue reading →

As my first month in Japan came to a close, I realized that my progress with the Japanese language wasn’t moving as quickly as I had hoped. So, I started looking into how I could extend my stay and immerse … Continue reading →