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On Staying Sane as an Expat in Japan
I have a few months left before starting my new life in London, but I’ve already filled 11 rubbish bags to bursting with the debris of my life in Japan.
On Inventing Yourself in Japan
Living in Japan is living in a thought experiment.
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On Awkward Acts of Generosity in Japan
It should have been a yes or no question.
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On Being Alone in an Office In Japan
This week, a guest post from former Japanese expat Alanna Schubach.
On Not Apologizing in Japan
A few weeks ago, one of the 48 women who make up the pop group AKB48 was caught sleeping at her boyfriend’s house. Soon after that, she shaved off all of her hair- a traditional Japanese expression of regret- and … Continue reading
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On Complaining About Pizza in America
My first day back in America, I bowed to a cop.
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