Category Archives: Year abroad Japan 2024/25

In my search for a sense of inner balance — what the Japanese call 中心（ちゅうしん / chūshin）, literally the “center of the heart-mind” — I’ve found myself drawn toward a tradition that is both ancient and deeply disarming: the 公案（こうあん … Continue reading →

Last night’s concert was fun, not just because of the stunning music, but also for some rather yassuan moments that had everyone smiling. We performed a fantastic selection of pieces: These Songs had no problem filling the hall with a … Continue reading →

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 →