Tag Archives: Japan

The Incredible Shrinking Woman

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Emily Cannell

It is true, the Japanese are smaller than Westerners. The largest shoe size available for women is an “8” according to a friend of mine who works for Nike Japan. Shoes are also wider than American counterparts- thank goodness for … Continue reading →

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“M” Series Cont’d: Manic- Is it Me, My Spouse or a Middle Schooler?

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Emily Cannell

The “M” Series: All of us with teenagers of a certain age are used to certain characteristics exhibited by these cretins, specifically a lack of motivation for academia, an inability to plan, and an unwillingness to accept advice from eager, … Continue reading →

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Hundreds of Centenarians are Missing- I Know Where they are

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Emily Cannell

A recent Japanese scandal has sent thousands of Japanese bureaucrats scouring the countryside searching for missing centenarians for whom Japan is famous. If these “Salary Men,” as they are referred to here, would look out the passenger window they would … Continue reading →

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The BUS

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Emily Cannell

I have never ridden a city bus. There are several reasons: 1) I’ve always had access to a car 2) I’m prejudiced against the bus and see other forms as superior modes of transportation and 3) I don’t understand how … Continue reading →

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I’m Living a Bill Murray Movie- and It’s Not Funny

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Emily Cannell

I agreed to move to Tokyo. One move. Somehow, my life became a cross between “Lost in Translation” and “Ground Hog Day.” I wake up every day, it’s moving day, and nobody speaks English….. Move #1– My GO-TO reliable handy … Continue reading →

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“Bill Pay”- A Game For the Most Competitive of Movers

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Emily Cannell

The Bills arrived. My stomach is the size of a cherry pit. The only readable portion is the amount due. Astounding to think one would rejoice in being able to decipher the amount of a bill. Maybe there is other … Continue reading →

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I’m Sorry Spouse- I’ve Found a New Love-

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Emily Cannell

The Ramen Noodle. Yes- the infamous squiggley noodle from a bag. 4 for a $1.00. This is what the real thing looks like: There are many variations- soy, pork, miso based- all good. Offspring #1 likes the “screamin’ ramen” I like … Continue reading →

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