Culture Day and Club Camelot!

Things are pretty exciting here in Japan. Getting the hang of classes, they are all very interesting. It is really awesome being the class with Japanese students and learning how much different the culture is over here. They are all very nice and welcoming, although sometimes timid.

We got to have a day filled with Japanese culture. We wore kimonos, learned how to do a traditional tea ceremony, learn calligraphy, and other awesome things. Here are some pictures:








My friend Victor visited yesterday and it's hard to explain, but it felt like being home a little bit. He was kind of like a reminder of home and UCLA, and Huntington Beach. We were clubbing; I got to say, the clubs here in Japan are insane. Cannot wait to do it again. We didn't get back until 7 am because the subways stop going at midnight. Here are some pictures:




Lastly, a couple more of my room so that you know what it looks like:

1 Month In...Things Are Looking Up

I think I am getting past the homesickness stage of my trip. Starting to mentally adjust to this new environment, being around new people, and being away from loved ones. I've started to relax and stop worrying so much about everything, aka money. Yes, everything is expensive, but I don't want to regret not doing anything on my trip here.

We've been doing some cool things, visiting some awesome areas, and meeting great Japanese people. They are all so incredibly friendly here. Everyone is constantly happy, even strangers on the street.

Classes started this week. I really like all my classes, especially sum-e painting and gender & society. The only bad part is that people stare at me when I walk onto campus. Everyone can clearly tell I am American... At least my iPod distracts me. Here are some pictures of my latest adventures.

P.S. I will be posting again very soon. Yesterday we had a Japanese culture day with a tea ceremony, calligraphy, kimonos!, among other things. Check back soon for those pictures.