Jonathan’s Blog – Week 3
This week, I had to make 2 flyer sessions under the hot sun of Hirakata city. I think I got really tanned in the past 3 days. Tuesday was my birthday: I turned 25. Even if I wanted to keep it a secret, since I don’t really like to celebrate my birthday, everyone in the […]
Jonathan’s Blog – Week 2
This week, the girls in the house made a Takoyaki party. The Takoyaki were either with octopus or meat, it was delicious. After the meal, we had some debates about various things: online data, politics, Japanese food, and many other topics. I was surprised since I thought that Japanese people didn’t like to debate about […]
Through the Inferno and Rain
Let me tell you an epic tale about the hardest challenge I had to face in Japan. But first, let’s turn the clock back a few months to understand my journey. After arriving in Japan, I spent my first days traveling around, happy and carefree, visiting Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. But when December drew near, […]
What is it like in Osaka English House (OEH)?
As a foreign visitor, I took on a mere cameo role in the house but have still managed to incorporate some quality time with the people that make OEH. Read on for a glimpse of those very beings. Irrashaimase! Enter the first floor, or just peek through the hot glass doors, and sneak a peek […]
Houses on Hills
A lmost two-thirds of my 3-month introduction to Japan has been spent in Kyushu, but after more than 50 days away from Kansai, I return to the region where I first fell in love with Japan. Specifically, Kyoto, who entranced me the first night she wrapped me in her unseasonably empty arms. Ours was a fiery […]
Candy at OEH – Part 6
So, I hope I left some of you wondering and curious! Asking the five W’s and How! What are collard greens? Where do you get smoked turkey legs? When do you have time for all this cooking and shopping? Who is going to eat ALL this food? Why are these dishes considered authentic Kwanzaa dishes? […]
Candy at OEH – Part 5
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! I wish you and all your loved ones a wonderful 2019. Yes! The holidays, please notice it’s plural. It includes Christmas, New Year’s, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice as the main ones I can recall without an internet search. This is time of the year to gather with friends and family to […]
Candy at OEH – Part 4
I want to talk about one of the MOST important topics for working adults, Having fun! As working adults, we may get into a regular routine of going with the flow. Getting up, preparing for the workday, commuting to work, finishing the workday, and depending on friends/family/coworkers going out for dinner, then heading home to […]
Candy at OEH – Part 3
Eating is a daily activity that we all partake naturally, instinctively. Some people spend their entire day focusing on what to buy/cook/eat for their next meal, while others have their meals prepared for them. Eating is also universal. It’s an activity that can easily bring people together. After living in Japan for nearly 18 years […]
Candy at OEH – Part 2
Since living in Japan, I always make it a point to go for a walk. During lunch breaks, on the weekends, or in a new neighborhood and sometimes in the evening. I prefer to walk for a minimum of 20 minutes one-way. I feel excited about the unknown. Within my first three weeks of living […]