Aug 26 2007
The Nitty-Gritty
As my third week in Kanazawa comes to a close I am able to collect my thoughts in a more positive, logical manner.
Archive for August, 2007
Aug 10 2007
I’m Alive
I’ve arrived intact to my new home in Kanazawa after suffering through 3 days of Tokyo orientation. The ordeal thus far has left me drained, yet I ‘m not having a hard time with things. On the contrary everything has been moving forward more smoothly then I had expected. I have my apartment, my phone, my Gaijin card. Monday I get my bike and in about a week I can get Internet in my apartment.
Shinjuku from the 47th floor of the Keio Hotel
To recap, Shinjuku (Tokyo) was massive and dirty. I met up with some friends but I was glad to leave. This should not be misconstrued: There was nothing inherently wrong with the city, its just not where I wanted to be.
And where do I want to be? I’m not sure. Kanazawa appears to be a fine enough place but I haven’t had the time to fully explore. Last night I wandered around the city for 5 hours simply to get my bearings, but there are still entire districts, not to mention the interior of the shops I’ve passed that remain untouched.
I have my work cut out for me.