Tag: japan

Japanese tiled roof of the shrine at Shibamata in Kanamachi. A pine tree with a winding trunk visible in the foreground.

Should I stay or should I go?

April 27, 2023 11:40 pm

I’ve been living in Tokyo for 3 weeks now, and I’m weighing up the pros and cons of life in Japan – including the parts I could have done better.

Photograph of Tokyo Tower and the surrounding area from above.

I’m moving to Japan

March 2, 2023 9:30 pm

In April I’ll move to Tokyo in what will be the biggest and most exciting challenge I’ve ever faced.

Photo of Gilligan the rabbit, a male lionhead, sitting in his basket.

Hello Gilligan!

November 8, 2018 10:30 pm

I’d like to introduce the newest member of my family. Also, some details about my upcoming trip to Japan and other ramblings about what I’ve been up to.

Photograph of Mt Fuji from above. The peak is covered in snow, and there are clouds on the far side.

My biggest challenge yet

July 31, 2017 10:00 am

A few short updates regarding the website and personal goings-on. I’m in Japan right now, and next week I’ll be climbing to the summit of Mt Fuji!

Photo of a booth from the convention floor at Anime Expo 2016.

In attendance at Anime Japan 2016

April 22, 2016 1:16 am

I was lucky enough to attend Anime Japan, a massive entertainment focused event in Odaiba, to check out some of the latest and upcoming Japanese animation!

A Japanese train carriage with many people and suitcases. Most of the passengers are using their mobile devices.

Arriving in Tokyo

March 22, 2016 12:42 pm

My trip from Scotland to Japan was a long one, but I arrived safely and made my way to a familiar hotel in Ueno, Tokyo, with minimal stress.

Character illustration of a young girl wearing a Yukata on a pink background. Artwork is by artist Vicky Tsai.

An overdue holiday – Japan 2016

March 20, 2016 12:06 pm

I’m taking a long overdue holiday in Japan! I’ll be posting my adventures between March 21st – April 16th. You can read my itinerary and how to follow my journey here.