Tag Archives: Japan
An email from my Japanese former student
I keep in touch sporadically with a former student to whom I taught English in Japan. This is his latest email to me. Continue reading
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NOW THAT YOU’RE GONE IT HIT US
During my last hours and minutes in Japan, my Japanese family surprise me with an unforgettable and touching send-off. Continue reading
I AIN’T GOT TIME FOR THE GAME
Tired of the ‘uchi-soto’ dichotomy in Japan, I decided my time was up. Continue reading
ALL YOUR MEMORIES ARE AS PRECIOUS AS GOLD
Through a private kids class with a close friend, and her family, the whole experience of Japan is made utterly worthwhile. Continue reading
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MY SKIN IS BARE, MY SKIN IS THEIRS
Having my photo taken by a stranger on Kamakura beach provokes some thoughts on natural and posed photography, mixed well with my ludicrous self-awareness. Continue reading
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NO MORE LESSONS, NO MORE CURES
My strong, silent mind opens a bit as I spend most of the day talking to people and telling stories, understanding more of my social strengths and weaknesses. Continue reading
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PUT THE SPEAKERS IN THE WINDOW
Going from a tiny, uncomfortable living space in Chigasaki to a larger, open one in Kamakura was the first step that took me on a completely different path in life. Continue reading
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PEOPLE SAY I’M BIGGER FOR WALKING THIS TOWN
Ordering pizza online might seem like a big deal, but when you’re getting over a lack of confidence dealing with a society that communicates in a different language, defeating a Japanese-only website is positively cathartic. Continue reading
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TODAY WAS A GOOD DAY
A sweet old couple on the train, and euphoria in the club! Finally! Continue reading
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I WOULD LIKE TO LEAVE THE RIDE
There are idiots and bigots on both sides of the ongoing ‘are gaijin evil’ debate in Japan, but the potential of being held for 23 days without charge concerns me. Continue reading
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