I miss Japan so freaking bad. A friend that I met at KGU posted some pictures of Hirakatashi train station (eki) and Tsutaya…So close to tears, it wasn’t even funny. No joke.
I wish I could have stayed for a year. :<
Some advice for future students, do not miss out ANY opportunities. Take all the pictures, even if you think you look stupid doing it, just do it. Take every chance you get to go places and do activities that the school offers. In the Fall they have a yukata fitting and bon dance activity (I posted the videos for that)…just do freaking everything.
Sorry this kind of a random post. Just emotional tonight and really missing Japan.
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himaykoller asked: こにちは！私はエミーです。秋で日本に行きます。じゃ、I was wondering how much Japanese do you need to know to get by? I'm going to be studying at International Christian University in Tokyo in the fall for 4 months and I'm super nervous and excited. I've taken 2 years of college level Japanese. Should I be okay then once I get there? ありがとうございます！
Hi there! :D
2 years of college classes? You will be completely fine! You’ll be better off than I was! I went with only a year’s worth! And since you’ll be in Tokyo, there will be English everywhere. The most difficult/nerve wracking thing for me was transportation. Public transport was totally new to me and having to know the kanji for places and stops was a little anxiety inducing for me. BUT! Make lots of new Japanese friends who can show you around and explore! You’ll be fine! :]
I plan on putting up more videos after my semester ends. Videos like what to expect and things to bring for Fall semester in Japan!
If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask and I’ll help as best I can!
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