This isn't a coherent report because I have the memory of a goldfish, and like a magpie, I only notice the shiny things...

( But I really need to go to these more often, to get my battery recharged )

Emily the enthusiastic but not terribly talented vidder strikes again!
First it was Yaji and Kita, because its bizarrely entertaining-ness was an irresitable temptation.
Then it was 46 Okunen no Koi - despite the walking cliche of the song choice, I still am ridiculously proud of this video:

And then it was Antique, because it makes my mouth ( Read more... )

OKAY OKAY. The Korean movie version of Antique Bakery is the hottest thing ever, Y/Y ( Read more... )

Making fun of Hikaru Genji will never get old. The closing act for "God of Entertainment" tonight was a four member group - including the stupid numbers guy - named "紫SHIKIBU" who performed on stilts, wearing headbands, bright shirts, and very tiny shorts. Lyrics include "I NEED YOU んだよ I WANT YOU んだよ." Oh, Japan ( Read more... )

Work has been awkward lately because of the new sensei and I haven't felt like talking about it. But the third-years graduate in a month and I will probably cry. And I renew my visa net week. And I've been spending all my free time usefully - surprise - on my new best friend, iKnow.co.jp.I know, I know - really shouldn't translate from a language I ( Read more... )

Best HeyHeyHey ever, guys <3 First having various comedy duos imitate Kinki's songs in front of them, and Tsuyoshi's pained expressions, and then confronting the dark history of KAT-TUN's beginnings as Koichi's back dancers ( Read more... )

I went to an onsen for the first time today! I'd been scared about going because (1) while I am totally fine being around naked people I consider it a form of psychological torture to inflict my own naked body upon others and (2) the news about gaijins being turned away for the rowdy behavior of our predecessors made me not want to set myself up ( Read more... )

HAI EVERYBODY I'M BACK. Miss me? Right now I'm in a bit of a post-adventure melancholy, but I'm also glad to be back in my beautiful little quiet town, where - though everyone might not know my name - at least they know, "Hey, it's that gaijin." (I like being the only one ; )
( Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara in seven days, people - it's doable. )

I'm very sorry I've been so sucky in the commenting area lately. Because I don't like taking responsibility for my own shortcomings, I'll blame this on two things ( Read more... )

I got a ticket to Kinki's Countdown concert!!! I am beyond ecstatic about this. Now I just have to figure out how to get to Osaka... and where to stay... and what else to do in the area... it's quite overwhelming but it doesn't matter because I'm going to BE THERE. Kyaaa ( Read more... )