Hey again, Ok so let me get back to you about the ski resort question… Ill ask around for you.. I know there was some talk of going but Im pretty sure there’s nothing all that close. (I’ll def. come if you make the trek!) Ok second question… :) Im loving the job… the team are all really friendly and the students are great. The grammar is really hard to get your head around at times so I would recommend brushing up on that before you come. I didnt and Im still struggling with some of the more obscure points that you have to teach….apart from that no complaints! In terms of getting around without Japanese its fairly easy… it can take a bit of getting used to, but there’s always someone that will help you…Theres an international centre that has Japanese lessons for around 200 yen per lesson. Ive signed up but haven’t dragged myself out of bed in time for class yet… I think your apartment is closer to the int. centre though so it should be easier for you… Ive only been to Kev’s apartment once, but its heaps better/bigger than mine and Im more than happy with my size. I remember he has a nice size balcony, a decent size tatami room/bedroom, a kitchen, a hallway (yes a hallway… this is unheard of:) bathroom, toilet etc.. I think you’ll be happy!
Dont bother with the international dirvers licence… if you have a look in your contract, you’ll find that your not allowed to drive… sucks but no biggie once you’ve got yourself a push bike and can work the public transport system. I know that Australian dvd’s dont work here and Im pretty sure its the same for US ones, again let me check for you, but Im pretty sure its a different region. (ok if youve got a good dvd player on your laptop though…) Oh and in terms of jeans and t-shirt… all good…wouldnt worry too much about casual… its pretty much like home…
by the by, my names Claire… nice to meet you:)speak soon…