Progress made on learning the Japanese language = 0.07%
(Percentage derived by complex math equation reached after 3 Chu-hi's and an animated discussion with non english speaking digital camera salesclerk)

My feelings about this whole language can be summed up with this article.

And so, the adventure begins…

It has been well over a month since I first stepped foot in the land of the rising sun and so far my emotional response is in traction. There have been moments of deep and utter loathing for this place immediately followed by rampant elation and excitement. I’ve given up on trying to figure things out and resolve to ( Read more... )

Watch this space!! Updates soon!!

PS - I'm getting a digital camera hopefully this weekend. Then things will get a *whole* lot better :)