The crowds. The costumes. Makeup, wigs, props. The poses. The dedication. It’s Halloween on steroids. Dress up if you dare, but be prepared to go all out. And if your costume makes the cut, you win your very own paparazzi club! I present to you…. The Nippombashi Street Festa! Here’s a short video from the parade. There … More Nippombashi Street Festa.
Sometimes I forget that I’m living in Japan. As I’m getting to know the in’s and out’s of Osaka, I find myself naturally building my routine. Work, grocery shopping and errands on my days off, hanging out with friends a few evenings each week. All of the things I’d do in the U.S., guess what, I do them here, … More My 1st Sumo Experience!
It was my first day off after I had officially started teaching and I was already itching to explore some new territory. It was a toss up between Kobe and Kyoto on where to check out first! As soon as a colleague mentioned an amazing hike he had just went on in Kyoto, my mind … More Hiking in Kyoto!
When You Wander 