Stant Litore’s No Lasting Burial is a spectacular novel on several levels. The tale rings true with humanity. The horror and zombie features, as well as the miraculous, truly forces readers to contemplate what it is to be human, to grieve and love as a human being.
Continue readingWhen it comes to spring in Japan, the sakura (cherry blossoms) typically dominate the scene. However, the Japanese ume, also known as the “Japanese apricot” or plum, offers stunning competition for the famous sakura. While both blossoms have their admirers, the reverence for ume in Japanese culture is deeply entrenched and cannot be underestimated. Continue reading
Hey JETsetters!
We’ve discussed housing here and now it’s time to show you my humble abode. What did I end up with on the JET Programme? Did I draw the short straw or get the house of my dreams?
So, you’re in Japan and finally decided on stopping by one of the many infamous kaiten-zushi restaurants to try out some delicious sushi. Before you dine, you should be aware of some things to prepare you for your feast.
Here are some tips to get you through your next kaiten-zushi experience when you’re in Japan.
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Hey JETsetters!
The JET Programme application process is a terribly long one. You apply in October, and if you started prepping beforehand even earlier, and then spend half a year waiting for news on acceptance. Once you get that acceptance letter, you’re stuck waiting once again for news on where you will be uprooting your life to for the next one to five years.
For me, the wait for my placement was one of the hardest ones. I couldn’t really start planning my packing until I knew where I would be located. Would I be in the city where shops are abundant, and I don’t have to worry about sizes or comfort food? Or would I be in the countryside on a remote island where I would only get grocery deliveries once a week or two by boat (true story for one of our JET speakers at Tokyo Orientation)?
Capture The World 