Three for KFC

John and Nancy returned from Stateside Assignment on May 22nd, and are looking forward to having three youthful volunteers arrive on May 30th. The volunteers are Jessica (from Mississippi), Jodi (from... [more]

You Can’t Get to Heaven on Roller Skates…

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New Green Tea New Life

Shizuoka Prefecture is known for Mt. Fuji, spicy wasabi, fresh fish, and also its  green tea. This time of the year, Shizuoka is abuzz with news and advertisements for the latest “Shin-cha” or “new... [more]

My New Home

  Having only just recently moved to Utsunomiya I am still in the process of familiarizing myself with my new home.  Gradually though I’m beginning to learn my way around town and get adjusted... [more]

Golden Week

Golden Week is in full swing in Japan and people are on the move. Going on vacation across Japan or across the world and taking off work for a week. Almost unheard of!!! But this years golden week is longer... [more]

Idols

Idols dot the landscape of Japan. Some beside the road called ojisosan are placed there to protect the spirit of a person who died. Huge goddesses of mercy protrude from hillsides and have their hands... [more]