How it all began ... watching Oshin changed my life!
People often ask me what inspired me to pursue a Master's in Japanese Studies, especially since I hadn't set foot in Japan until after I graduated. It's true—my journey started with Oshin!
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Is it rude to ask people to repeat themselves (again) if you haven't quite understood what they're saying?
Is it rude to ask people to repeat themselves (again) if you haven't quite understood what they're saying? This is a question I often get from both native English speakers and non-native speakers in the sessions that I facilitate for Japan Consulting Office
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Giving employees a choice in out of state assignments
A company I work with reached out to me because they would like to assign an expat to their new office in a different state from the big city they were sent to 1 year ago.
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Embracing the seasons: walking and hiking in Japan and California
In Japan the changing seasons are a big deal, and I really appreciate how I felt encouraged to slow down and enjoy nature while I lived there.
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Going beyond standard Japanese: understanding and playing with intonation!
An often repeated scene in our household: I say for example rinGO (りんご - apple) and then my husband says oh you mean RINgo? Then he'll invariably make some joke about my Kansai versus his Kanto accent.
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Yoroshiku onegaishimasu! How to build team relationships with simple Japanese words and phrases.
Learning a few Japanese phrases can significantly enhance team dynamics and create a more inclusive environment. Moreover, your colleagues know it's not easy to learn Japanese, so even if you only know a few words they will greatly appreciate your effort.
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