Monthly Archives: April 2011

How I spent Showa Day

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Brendan

Friday was Showa Day, a public holiday in Japan, and that meant I did not need to go to class. Instead, I spent the day with Physics students (most of them were boys, except for one girl) who were having … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter from Japan

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Brendan

To all my wonderful family and friends back home in Sydney, Happy Easter! I hope you all enjoy your long weekend and that as you eat your hot cross buns and chocolate eggs, you remember what the true meaning of … Continue reading →

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Cherry blossom viewing in Kyoto

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Brendan

Last Saturday, I finally had a chance to do something touristy; a change from applying for alien cards, phones, bank accounts and the like. I travelled with my new friends from uni to Higashiyama in Kyoto to see one of … Continue reading →

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The art of political campaigning in Japan

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Brendan

When I left Sydney nearly two weeks ago, the state election had just concluded so it was a coincidence that when I arrived in Osaka, it was election time. I think it’s particularly interesting the way politicians campaign. In Australia, … Continue reading →

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Thanks for your encouragement

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Brendan

This afternoon I was able to access the internet at the university’s computer lab. It is funny because you must leave your shoes behind and wear slippers. It feels strange because I only do this at home, but I’m cool … Continue reading →

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A quick update

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Brendan

I have wanted to blog for a while now but I haven’t due to the fact I have no internet at home and will not be able to utilise the university’s free wireless until next week. The time that I’ve … Continue reading →

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Orientation at Osaka Prefecture University

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Brendan

Yesterday was my orientation day at Osaka Prefecture University. The university, thankfully, wasn’t difficult to get to as it was basically a train ride from Asakayama Station to Shirasagi Station and then a short walk from there. The university campus … Continue reading →

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Asakayama Dormitory – my home in Osaka

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Brendan

I’m living in Osaka Prefecture University’s Asakayama Dormitory, which is located in the industrial looking area of Sakai city. The name of the dormitory comes from the local train station, Asakayama Station. Unfortunately, it’s not a major station so you … Continue reading →

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I am now in Osaka

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Brendan

I am in Osaka and it’s been quite a whirlwind of a day. I was really excited to arrive in the country early this morning, but to be honest, I feel quite stressed at the moment. The country is so different from … Continue reading →

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