Impressions of daily life in Japan
Buying a cell phone couldn't be easier in Europe. They practically throw the things at you. But what is normal in Europe, often isn't in Japan. In Japan, buying a cell phone and registering for a phone number is serious business. It's best to set aside the better part of a day to do it.... Continue Reading →
Since Starbucks has been fueling my JLPT (see previous post) cramming efforts for a few days now, it seemed like the right time to write something about Starbucks in Japan. In Belgium I wouldn't be caught dead in a Starbucks since there are so many nice and locally owned coffee bars. Besides, there are only... Continue Reading →
When heading to the station one busy November morning, I ran into 'The Bunnyman'. He was an old guy, who was seemingly just hanging out near the station. But what made me stop in my tracks to take a picture were the bunnies. On the ground in front of him, there was a bag with... Continue Reading →
Autumn has arrived in Toyota City. It has for quite some time actually. Every since the beginning of October, there has been a drastic drop in temperature and humidity. The scorching heat has subsided to make way for a very pleasant climate with a humidity level that leaves my hair allmost frizz-free. We are now... Continue Reading →
We participated in a kimono workshop at the Toyota International Association (TIA) in Toyota City. For just a few hundred yen we got to play dress-up professional style, thanks to the kimono-sensei who volunteered to dress us and my friend Mari-san for signing us up. What do you think of the result?
Last weekend was Koromo Matsuri, Toyota City's autumn festival. 'Another festival', you say? Didn't we just have one (see post about Oiden Festival in summer)? That's right, but Japan is the land of festivals. October especially seems to be a popular month for festivals. Most of them are in honour of a good harvest, as... Continue Reading →
The Japans 