For sight-seeing I have often wrote about and lauded the beauty of the Hokuriku region, particularly Gifu and Ishikawa Prefectures. What is less known is that Fukui and Toyama Prefecture share much of both cultures and are not only a worthwhile side trips from Ishikawa and Gifu, but worthy destinations in their own right. My wife Yoko […]
TOEIC IELTS TOEFL exams at Smith’s Kotoen スミス英会話 甲東園
Hello everyone! The new year is in full swing now at last and it’s time for a serious look at testing for results. I’ve upgraded the teaching materials for the TOEIC, IELTS, TOEFL and CEFR examinations at the Smith’s School of English in Kotoen スミス英会話 甲東園. In addition, I’ve added a second CD player and room speakers to another […]
初詣 – Hatsumoude
One of the wonderful things about working and living in Japan is experiencing its many interesting customs and festivals. One of my favourites is 初詣, or the first shrine/temple visit of the year. Hatsumoude is traditionally made during the first few days of the new year, at which time prayers and wishes are made for […]
