Japan Diaries 4: Week 82

Week 82: May 22 – 26, 2023

Week 82: May 22 – 26, 2023

Day 567: May 22, 2023

Monday – Rumoi

Rumoi High School 5.22.23
Rumoi High School 5.22.23

As I begin my 82nd week as an ALT under the JET Programme, I can't help but reflect on how much I've grown accustomed to my life in Japan. Despite the gloomy weather that greeted me when I left home, I was grateful to have arrived at Rumoi High School just in time to avoid the downpour that began an hour later.

Here’s my workload today:

1st period with Matsuda-sensei
Collaboration work with Matsuda-sensei

1st period – School Life L2 @ 1-56 of Matsuda-sensei
2nd period – Be Verb ¬+ing @ 1-34 of Matsuda-sensei
5th period – World Heritage Sites @ 3-2 of Hidaka-sensei
6th period – I Like Junkfood @ 1-1 of Matsuda-sensei

CH-47J helicopter poster
CH-47J helicopter poster

While in one of the classrooms, I saw a poster announcing that it was possible to ride the CH-47J helicopter of the Japan Self-Defense Force on June 10th. It was a lottery, but I still took the opportunity to apply. 


Day 568: May 23, 2023

Tuesday – Rumoi

Rumoi High School 5.23.23
Rumoi High School 5.23.23

It's another gloomy day here in Rumoi City, but at least the rain held off this time. Today, I'm excited to make my final visit to Rumoi High School for the week.

Here’s my workload today:

5th period with Hidaka-sensei
Collaboration work with Hidaka-sensei

4th period – Challenge List @ 1-34 of Matsuda-sensei
5th period – World Heritage Sites @ 3-2 of Hidaka-sensei

Rumoi Shinkin Bank Main Branch
Rumoi Shinkin Bank

Pregnant Kazumo-chan
Look at that! A pregnant Kazumo-chan 

After work, my wife and I drove to Rumoi Shinkin Bank to withdraw money for this month's budget.


Day 569: May 24, 2023

Wednesday – Teshio

Teshio High School 5.24.23
Teshio High School 5.24.23

Today is a beautiful day, filled with sunshine and a gentle breeze. It marks my third visit to Teshio High School for the academic year 2023-2024. As I embarked on this trip, I was fortunate to utilize my 2-day Moekko Free Ticket, allowing me to explore the city and its educational institutions freely.

Here’s my workload for today:

2nd period with Miyakoshi-sensei
Collaboration work with Miyakoshi-sensei

2nd period – Interview Test @ 2A of Miyakoshi-sensei
3rd period – Interview Test @ 1A of Miyakoshi-sensei

Teshio Itsukushima Shrine's Main Torii Gate
Teshio Itsukushima Shrine's Main Torii Gate

Teshio Itsukushima Shrine
Teshio Itsukushima Shrine

I finished work a bit earlier than usual, and since the Engan Bus heading back to Rumoi City wasn't scheduled to arrive for another hour, I decided to take advantage of the extra time and go for a leisurely walk. I chose to revisit Teshio Itsukushima Shrine, a place that holds special meaning for me.

Kawaguchi Ruins Scenic Forest
Kawaguchi Ruins Scenic Forest

one of the recreated Jomon houses in the Kawaguchi Ruins Scenic Forest
One of the recreated Jomon houses in the Kawaguchi Ruins Scenic Forest

After spending some time at the shrine, I continued my walk toward the Kawaguchi Ruins Scenic Forest. It was a fascinating experience to explore the recreated Ainu dwellings nestled within the forest. Surprisingly, even though I had lived just 12 minutes away from Teshio High School, it was my first time visiting this particular site. Once I had thoroughly explored the forest and admired the serene surroundings, I made my way back to the bus stop. Fortunately, I arrived a few minutes before the bus pulled up, allowing me to catch it without any hassle.

Dinner for today
Dinner for today

Smells delicious!
Smells delicious!

That night, my family and I barbecued on our veranda. It was the first time for us to barbecue. It was a fun experience.


Day 570: May 25, 2023

Thursday – Embetsu

Embetsu Agricultural High School 5.25.23
Embetsu Agricultural High School 5.25.23

It’s another beautiful sunny day. Today, I’m heading to Embetsu Agricultural High School. It’s my 6th visit for the School Year 2023 – 2024. For this trip, I used my 2-day Moekko Free Ticket.

Here’s my workload for today:

4th period with Sasaki-sensei
Collaboration work with Sasaki-sensei

1st period – Present Perfect @ 3rd year of Sasaki-sensei
3rd period – Gerund @ 2A of Sasaki-sensei
4th period – Gerund @ 2B of Sasaki-sensei


Day 571: May 26, 2023

Friday – Tomamae

Tomamae Commercial High School 5.26.23
Tomamae Commercial High School 5.26.23

Thank goodness it's Friday! The sun is shining brightly, casting its warm rays upon the vibrant landscape. Today marks my fourth visit to Tomamae Commercial High School for the School Year 2023-2024. For this trip, I used my 1-day Moekko Free Ticket.

Here's my workload for today: 

2nd period with Matsushita-sensei
Collaboration work with Matsushita-sensei

2nd period - Bingo @ 3rd year of Matsushita-sensei
3rd period - Bingo @ 2nd year of Matsushita-sensei

Throughout this week, I had the privilege of visiting a series of remarkable educational institutions. Rumoi High School, Teshio High School, Embetsu Agricultural High School, and Tomamae Commercial High School each offered a distinct and enriching experience. Although the week was undoubtedly tiring, the fulfillment I derived from these visits filled me with anticipation for the upcoming weekend.

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