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Year in Review: 2015

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Wow, it’s been years since I properly wrote a post here…

Time to sum up what’s happened in the past 3-4 years.

2015

I had stopped posting after getting into a serious accident back in June. I had got hit by a car in Tokyo and the whole incident was pretty severe.  I was basically out of commission for half a year.  I lost a lot of motivation to do any extra-curriculars, including writing here. I did a few small posts after the incident but couldn’t find the motivation to continue after a while.  The accident happened at the end of my third year in Uni, which in Japan is a pretty important time for you.

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Discover Tokyo’s Best Free Attractions: A Guide to Enjoying the City on a Budget

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Tokyo, one of the world’s most vibrant capitals, is often perceived as an expensive city to visit. However, traveling in Japan doesn’t always have to break the bank. The land of the rising sun offers a treasure trove of experiences that don’t cost a yen. Let’s explore the multitude of complimentary activities and sights in Tokyo that promise to enrich your travel without emptying your wallet.

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How to tell you’ve been in Japan too long… Part 1

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Living, working and studying abroad in a foreign country and culture different from what you were accustomed to is a challenge in itself. Which makes the moment you realise that you’ve managed to assimilate, if only slightly, into the local culture all the more satisfying.

Check out some of the signs to let you know if you’ve been in the land of the rising sun too long.  Continue reading →