Entries Tagged as ‘Japan’

June 24, 2008

My Crazy Weekend

I had a wonderful weekend, full of good friends and good food. For me, time is ticking down here in Japan before I return home for about a year and a half, so am trying to make the most of my time while still here.
Saturday: I met my lovely friend Ayako for lunch. We had [...]

June 6, 2008

Living in Japan: Driving

For those Aussies out there, driving in Japan is not too difficult, as cars drive on the left-hand side of the road. So one of the biggest challenges of driving overseas is non-existent. Yay!
BUT: There are some significant differences.
1. The way people drive is different.
By this I am referring to the way that it is [...]

June 1, 2008

Naniwa Gospel Festival

Yesterday was the 10th Annual Naniwa Gospel Festival, held in Namba Hachi, in downtown Osaka. I went as a Volunteer with some of my House Church friends, so while we were busy, we did get to see most of the show as well.
It was amazing. I have never been to a big Gospel music show [...]

May 28, 2008

Living in Japan

I have been living in Japan for 22 months now – I know, funny way to say it, but it works for me I guess.
I live just on the edge of Nara Prefecture, in Kansai, but spend most of my time in Osaka.
I love Osaka. In fact, I love Japan.
People are often interested in what [...]