This summer I am moving from my home of eight years to a totally new country. I am really excited for the move as I love traveling and exploring new cultures. Tokyo will always be apart of me and I can never forget my time here.

Even though I have such a huge connection with Japan I believe I am ready to make a move. I am so excited to be moving to Hong Kong this fall and go to the international school there. There is many similarities with Tokyo with strengths and weaknesses.

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It’s not that I don’t love  the high rise buildings, the extremely clean streets, and the even more extreme politeness. Part of me just thinks I have grown out of it. My life has been almost secluded and guarded by living in Japan. Japan is known to be one of the safest countries and the culture is something indescribable. Although I have traveled many other places, I still haven’t fully experienced what’s it like to not be a hundred percent safe.

I am planning to fully include myself with school activities and extend my abilities by doing so. During my time in Tokyo I have had some trouble with friends and being able to sustain strong and healthy relationships. Part of this is the other side but I do put responsibility on myself. This year I want to get weird of my trust issues and not judge someone at first glance.

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With moving away from Tokyo I am also moving away from my house of eight and a half years. This house has many flaws but I can’t describe how much I love it. I grew up here and experienced so many things in this house. I will have to say goodbye to the large windows and open living room. The incredible small kitchen that gave us so many issues over the years. The sunlight that shines into my bedroom everyday and is so bright that wakes me up in the morning. All these small things that will vanish into thin air. I’ve gotten so used to this life that I have taken it for granted.

I am so excited for my adventures and new experiences that I will face this year. I hope that all my expectations will be met (knowing me probably not) and that I come to many difficulties that will be a great learning experience (what am I wishing for). I hope each and everyone of you have a great school year ahead of you and that all goes well.