Monthly Archives: April 2013

Of Cats and Politics

In the short time I’ve been here, very little has made me quite so giddy as the outing to the cat cafe. It’s a simple concept, pay a fee for a slot of time and drinks, get to sit in … Continue reading

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Welcome to the Spirit World

Being here sometimes I wonder if I’m in Spirited Away. But really. I don’t think I’ve ever encountered a city as spiritual or traditional as Kyoto. Just this morning I was riding my bike to school, minding my own business, … Continue reading

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Looks like I made it.

I don’t think I’ve ever ridden a bike so hard in my life. Pedaling like a maniac through the winding snug back streets that eventually lead to campus. I don’t remember much about this particular ride except for the sting … Continue reading

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