Monthly Archives: January 2009
Getting from A to B
As I am counting my money at an early stop, trying to find 220 yen for the ride, the bus suddenly jerks forward. Unprepared, and with a handful of change, I go toppling backward into someone’s lap. All around me people want to know if I am all right, and it is to some relief that I realize the guy I fell into is not Japanese.
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First Impressions
I thought I would be prepared, but being unable to decide if the carton I’m holding is milk or some strange yogurt (or none of the above), I obviously have a long way to go.
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Preparing for Lift-off
Traveling abroad can be a stressful experience, especially if you are traveling alone. After successfully (without dying) making it to Japan on my own, I have a few tips and tricks to those of you thinking about studying abroad in the near future.
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