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After all our exciting escapades, we craved a traditional Japanese experience – getting yukatas for summer festivals! We hunted down a small shop near Tenjin Station with decent prices, although the men's selection was predictably limited compared to the dazzling array of women's colors and designs. Read more...

Even with the chaos, the dorm holds good memories too. I cooked big meals for friends, and even though our rooms were tiny, we'd haul chairs into the kitchen and eat together. Randy and my room became the hangout spot – drinks, laughs, and crazy nights with up to six of us crammed inside. We studied occasionally, mostly watched anime or danced! Read more...

Adjusting to school in Japan was a challenge at first. I'm a student at FFLC in Fukuoka, and, to be honest, I'm more of a "learn by doing" person than a classroom kind of guy. Starting in a class where everything was taught in Japanese was tough – it felt like "good luck understanding!" But as we learned vocabulary and grammar, things got easier. It's like any skill, right? It takes time. Read more...

We aimed for the iconic Dontaku celebrations, but fate had a delightful detour in store. On the way, we stumbled upon a smaller, local festival that became the highlight of our experience. It was a true expression of community spirit, with people of all ages participating. We witnessed captivating dances, thunderous taiko drumming, and beautiful singing. Read more...

Our school trip took us to Dazaifu, a charming town known for its beautiful scenery, historical significance, and delicious treats. While rain dampened the day, it couldn't dampen our spirits or the many experiences we had. Read more...

This was the first Japanese festival we attended, and it was put together by the school. There's also a small video contest from the event Read more...

Before the school term officially commenced, we were eager to kick off our time in Japan with something truly exciting. Read more...

That's a great question. Why not? Picture it: It was about two years ago when I found myself working in the Austrian Alps Read more...

This marks my fourth place of residence, and I recognise that the initial transition is never a walk in the park. Read more...