It has been about a year since my last post about a trip. I would love to be able to […]
Tag Archive for ‘Japan’
Four Days in Osaka
I haven’t done a domestic trip in Japan since my first year. After mulling around some travel ideas for my […]
Exploring Japanese Culture Day at Our School
The school’s Japanese Culture Day featured traditional activities including a tea ceremony and a dance demonstration, where students enjoyed wearing yukatas and kimonos. Participants learned about the significance of the tea ceremony’s hospitality while experiencing matcha tea preparation. A local group led bon dance, celebrating cultural heritage and enjoyment.
Tokyo – End of School year 2023-2024
My school has just finished another school year here in Tokyo. Continuing the tradition of capturing moments throughout the year, […]
Tokyo 2023 Wrap-Up
In the past year, the author reflected on notable experiences, including their 10-year anniversary of teaching abroad, bike troubles, and increased health insurance payments. They reunited with a friend in Qatar, attended an anti-war protest, and felt tremors.
South Korea (Part Three): Busan – The Coastal City
Picking up where I left off, before discussing the other city that I visited (Busan), I mentioned my encounter with […]
Happy Kanamara Matsuri!
In many parts of the world, spring symbolizes nature awakening, coming to life, and a time of renewal. As such, […]
Very Awesome Cherry Blossoms
In the follow-up to my previous post about the ume no hana (plum blossoms), it is currently (at the time […]
“Ume” Gosh, Plum Blossoms!
It is starting to enter spring time here in Japan (well, here in the middle of Japan). In other areas […]
Kyoto Part 4: The Finale
On the last leg of this trip, I had just a few hours in the morning to explore the west […]