This last week has just been about getting on with things and not really much exceptional to report. I suppose after the initial buzz of being in a new place and situation dies down, everyday realities need to take place. Small things like using the washing machine (first working out the symbols, how to work it, what button to press) and microwave for example. Microwaves in Japan have a setting for warming up sake apparently.
It is a time for thinking about what I am doing and planning a little about what I would like to do. This week at the university has school festivals, which means no classes.... I am not entirely sure what the festival comprises of, but it will be interesting to find out.
One good activity recently undertaken was a visit to an onsen. These are spa type things, outside. They have inside ones too, but have a different name. Hot relaxing water, although some a little hot for my liking, you can feel a little boiled after... the logical thing is the regulations for using these bath houses. Generally they are segregated. To enter you must strip completely and go in with your soap etc. and wash before you can get into the pools. It makes complete sense - you are clean before, so not soaking in the dirt! And no bathing suit, well I suppose it is cleaner too that way. Not for the body conscious I suppose. It would be better if there was one nearer the house, as trekking back slightly lessens the relaxing effect.
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