Behind the Mask: Experiencing the Noh Tradition
Linus Sinnard Linus is a first year JET working in the Matsuyama neighborhood of Yugun. Most of his time is spent either grinding through…
Blog category for various hobbies / interests. [Parent Category: The Mikan Blog]
The Art of Azechi Umetarō
William (Will) Taylor 2025 Arrival, in Kume Matsuyama Will is a second year ALT in Matsuyama's best district, Kume. He can usually be found on his bike, heading to an…
Will’s Onsen Bonsen Bon Boulash Bonanza Extravaganza: The Definitive Ranking
William (Will) Taylor 2025 Arrival, in Kume Matsuyama Will is a first (soon to be second) year ALT in Matsuyama's best district, Kume. He can usually be found on his…
The One (eyed) and Only
Yat (Matt/Matthew) Yeung 2024 Arrival, JHS ALT in Iyo City (Futami) Gundam/Pokémon/League of Legends/Stardew Valley Nerd (cough, cough... specialist*) G’day everyone! This Matt from Iyo City, Futami. I am entering…
Pills, Here!💊: A Guide to Drugstores in Japan
Unless you’ve lived in Japan long-term before, it’s safe to say that browsing through the drug store here, in Japan, is no walk in the park. Actually, despite…
Through the Generations
Yat (Matt/Matthew) Yeung 2024 Arrival, JHS ALT in Iyo City (Futami)Gundam/Pokémon/League of Legends/Stardew Valley Nerd (cough, cough... specialist*) Matthew (Yat) Yeung is a first year ALT based in Iyo City,…
Gotta Catch ‘Em All! : Pokémon TCG Collecting in Japan
Luke Anthony Santos 2022 Arrival, ALT at Chikami JHS in Imabari City Luke is from the Philippines. He's just a chill guy who enjoys watching movies and anime, playing video…
Patience, Precision, Passion, Plastic Models and Perseverance
Yat (Matt/Matthew) Yeung 2024 Arrival, JHS ALT in Iyo City (Futami)Gundam/Pokémon/League of Legends/Stardew Valley Nerd (cough, cough... specialist*) Matthew (Yat) Yeung is a first year ALT based in Iyo City,…
Pretending To Be Other People
Jordan Rocke Matsuyama ALT 2018-2023 Jordan Rocke is a former Matsuyama JET who worked in Japan for 5 years as a Senior High School ALT in Hojo. As the former…