Category Archives: Japan

Graduation…?

Yes, the time has come. My research at the University of Tokyo will officially end on March 31st, 2007. Technically, that means I have another thirteen days until my tenure as a research student is finished, but in actuality, I’m … Continue reading

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Research on the rocks

Well, not literally of course. My research is progressing as it should, but the end is near; not just of the research itself but of my entire experience as a University of Tokyo research student. It’s been a fun and … Continue reading

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The wow factor never ends…

So I’m on the train today on the way to school and hear this conversation: middle school girl 1: so, is you grandmother still alive? middle school girl 2: yeah, but barely… *pause* middle school girl 1: that’s good, if … Continue reading

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Boggle

The other day I went to an audition for a Japanese TV show called?”za sekai gyoutei nyuusu” which roughly translates to “Amazing Stories from Around the World”. At this audition I met this guy we shall call Bob. Two things … Continue reading

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