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Japanese Dream: Singer, Songwriter and Author from Kyoto, Japan

Japanese Dream: Singer, Songwriter and Author from Kyoto, Japan

A dream I wish to have in the night most isn’t about dating a Hollywood star, or making a great hit with my song. It’s not about my parents saying to me with tears “We were wrong. We’re sorry.” either.It’s about numbers. I once saw a woman on TV who...

Living in Kyoto

Living in Kyoto

The house was built when I was nine years old at the place where our old house was torn down because it was too old to live in. That old house was built about 100 years ago. My ancestors lived at exactly the same spot generation after generation for...

My Naked Spa in Japan

My Naked Spa in Japan

A Slipper BattleAbout ten months ago, a middle-aged woman complained to me about my slippers at the communal spa of my apartment building. She wanted me to take them off and stay barefoot in the locker room because everyone except for me was...

The Family in Kyoto

The Family in Kyoto

A long time ago, when Japan had the feudal system, my family was a landlord of the area. It has come to a complete downfall over the years, but my family still clings to its past glory. For them, to succeed the family is critical. I’m firstborn and...