All the studying I did back when I was in my home country amounted to very little success in communicating in Japan. My skills eventually improved, but not through books or exams. This video shows how I honed my skills, and no, it doesn’t really have anything to do with mushrooms, but who doesn’t like eringi, right?
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The Perks and Pitfalls of Being a Foreign Talent in Japan: An Interview with Noemi Krapecz
“Never trust agencies. Know your rights. And don’t be scared of lawyers. If you have a good lawyer, it’s not expensive. Unless there are people who fight, nothing’s gonna change. And that’s what I’m trying to do.” — Noemi Krapecz
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A three-hour ride from Tokyo Station, Mother Farm is a good place to visit if you want a relaxed day trip where you can be surrounded by lush greenery and adorable animals.
Early Spring Stroll at Hamarikyu Gardens
Nestled in the urban jungle of Shimbashi is the curious world of Hamarikyu Gardens. I say curious because big public parks in Tokyo are usually enclosed in such a way that stepping into them takes you into a different world altogether; Hamarikyu, on the other hand, makes you rediscover the vastness of the sky.
Mt. Mitake Easy Day Hike
Only 2 hours away from Shinjuku, Mt. Mitake welcomes guests to refreshing sights.