High School in Japan
December 10th, 2009 When I watched the clock, it was 5:30 a.m. In Indonesia, I didn’t wake up that late. Usually I wake up at 3.30 a.m. Because it was winter, night time became very long, even at 7 a.m, … Continued
AFS-Jenesys Homestay in Tottori
December 9th, 2009 Finally, this day I had to leave Hiroshima. Hiroshima was full of surprises. Despite being bombed by an atomic bomb 64 years ago, the city managed to rise. Now it is so beautifully managed and has lots … Continued
Hiroshima City Naka Incineration Plant
December 8th, 2009 This day was the last day in Hiroshima for those who wanted to go to Tokyo Chapter (Blue Tag). Early in the morning, they had to put their luggage in the truck. While those whose main chapters … Continued
Miyajima Island in Hiroshima
December 7th, 2009 Early in the morning, we had to leave for Miyajima Island. Harumi-san, our tour guide, said we left early as we had to go back again before 12 o’clock (like Cinderella, haha). There would be Jenesys Festival … Continued
Pretty and Peaceful City Hiroshima
December 6th, 2009 Even though it was already winter, but there were still the remnants of autumn left. Along the road, we could find a lot of yellow ginkgo trees and red momiji trees. The temperature was cold though! It … Continued
Kyoto and Momiji
December 5th, 2009 After sleeping conveniently at Prince Otsu Hotel, this day we were going to go sightseeing around Kyoto! Even though we arrived late yesterday, I was able to see ginkgo trees along the road. So romantic. Have you … Continued
Supermarket Called ‘Pasar’
December 4th, 2009 After showering and packing my luggage, I went straight to the ground floor. The luggage were going to be sent to the next hotel in Kyoto. Before entering the square room, our body temperature were checked using … Continued
Arrival in Japan
December 3rd, 2009 06:30 Arrived at Narita Airport After more than 6 hours of fun flight, finally I arrived at Narita Airport. Narita Airport is located in Chiba prefecture, near Tokyo. People often think that Narita Airport is in Tokyo, … Continued
Departure to Japan
December 2nd, 2009 This day was the day of my departure to Japan! After 3 days of tiring yet fun orientation! Because of the preparation for talent shows, we only slept 2 hours a day. On the way to the … Continued