Miwako invited me to go to a kabuki
concert a long time ago and I’d never seen it so I accepted even though the
ticket was like Broadway prices (or so it seemed, anyway). Tonight we went in our own local hall in Kofu to see the great stars of Kabuki who normally only
perform in Tokyo . The seats were worth the price. We were way off to the side, but were in
front of an isle nearly the front so we had a perfect view. I could see facial expressions and watch the
musicians closely enough to learn a thing or two about the instruments, but I’m
getting ahead of myself. (More)
Gomen ne! Sorry I haven’t written in ages! Life has been a bit stressful here in Japan as I’m trying to get ready to leave Japan , go home, plan Switzerland , etc. School has a been a little stressful as well
for various reasons. I can’t believe my
time here is nearly to an end! We’ve
finished up oral exams with the fist years, and the final projects with the
third years are finished, too. I’m happy
with how both went, and am especially happy with a few third year students who
did not do very well on their mid-term project, but learned from their mistakes
and my suggestions and really came up with some good products. We had our farewell party Friday (July 14th),
which Naito sensei did a lot for, so that made me feel loved. The students didn’t want to talk too much
about school or projects or what they wanted to do when Julie comes. They say they want to talk, but then why do I
have a heck of a time getting them to talk?
Maybe Julie can find the solution. (More)
