January, 2012 | Hello Heydays

20 Jan

Finally in Japan.

So I’ve been in Japan for about two days now, I’m in Tokyo to be specific. I’m going to be here for a little less than 2 weeks and afterwards I’m going to Osaka to start my exchange. I thought...
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18 Jan

5 Things I Miss About Japan.

So tomorrow is the big day, my student exchange journey is finally beginning. It’s hard to think that you can meticulously pack your whole life into a suitcase, but somehow I managed. Tomorrow I’ll be boarding a plane in the Gold...
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16 Jan

Kansai Gaidai Application Process.

The exchange application process for any institution can be a nerve-wracking(but eventually rewarding) part of university life. I’d be lying if I told you there weren’t nights where I sat up for a couple of hours wondering if everything would work out...
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15 Jan

5 Things I won’t miss about Brisbane.

So, it’s Sunday right now and my plane for Osaka leaves on Thursday morning. That leaves me with about 4 days left here, before my new journey to Kansai Gaidai starts. Don’t get me wrong, there are a lot of...
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14 Jan

Japanese ads, what belongs?

Japanese advertisements – damn they’re crazy. Every time I see a particularly interesting one I can’t help but feel amazed and baffled at the same time. Take this Exile poster as an example. I saw this advertisement 6 months ago,...
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11 Jan

Japanese people will sleep anywhere.

You’ve gotta love this kind of logic. You’ve partied all night long, you’ve missed the last train home and to top it all off you’re beyond drunk. Before slipping into those asphalt lodgings always remember to carefully remove your shoes...
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11 Jan

About Me.

So I guess if I’m going to start blogging I need to write an about me section, something that explains what I’m here for. Well to kick things off I’m Jordan, nice to meet you. I’m 19 years old and...
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