My predecessor isn't actually a JET, and she left Japan in early April because their contract was different. Her name is Taneque, and hopefully I'll be in contact with her soon. Mr. Amemiya has put me in touch with another JET who works at the elementary school named Miki. I got to talk with her on Skype for a little while this morning, asked her tons of questions, and got some ideas about living in Japan. Apparently it will get pretty cold in Isawa, but there isn't much snow. I suppose I'll be packing the winter jacket I was hoping to leave behind, or maybe I'll send it slow mail? I don't want to waste luggage space for big bulky winter things. Also, instead of having a car she has a moped, and to drive one does not require an extra license. I've wanted one of these for so long, I think I might follow her lead on this. She has a bike and a moped... the bike is for the shorter distance stuff, and the moped for getting around to the further places. Even if I don't use it every day, if it has been my dream to have one for so long I don't see why I shouldn't be able to. She got hers used at a store near-by, and she said she'd be willing to take me there. I'm excited to go look at least. Don't have much else for now.
Lana
Hi,
ReplyDeleteThe apartment from the outside looks very
"American." Small balcony which is nice for
when it's not cold. I hope you can find an
inexpensive moped. Especially since you have
always wanted one. May your Japan adventure
be all that you hope for and more.
Love, G
Thanks grandma! It does look like a very western style apartment... it may still having sliding doors and a tatami-mat room on the inside though... I don't think I'll be able to get any photos of the inside before I move in, so we'll just have to wait and hope for the best! I'm sure it will be fine though, it looks pretty new. I can't wait to move in! ^_^
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'll keep you updated about the Moped. As I said, I think it would be more for fun than anything else. If it is too expensive I'll probably just stick to the bicycle. Better than having to buy a car though! That seems like too much work and money.