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13 Going on 31 | 十三歳から三十一歳まで
I recreate my 28th birthday week on my 31st in my favorite place in Japan, while examining how the last year has led to a mature version of my thirteen-year-old self.
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Thirty Thoughts for Turning Thirty | 三十歳になるための三十の思い
I recreate my 28th birthday on my 30th in my favorite place in Japan, while ruminating on my growth and lessons from life.
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The Land of Organised Chaos | 組織的混沌の国
This year’s summer festival marathon, courtesy of Shikoku, has it all: rural breeze, reunions, cats, and atrocious night buses; my first time camping, snakes, dance parties, plus a tsunami and mega-quake panic; my favorite dish, and my favorite festival in Japan.
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A Resident of Japan | 日本の在留者
After nine months last year as a tourist, Im back in Japan and this time, I have a residence card.
