Day 631: July 25, 2023
Tuesday – Aya and Pat in Rumoi City # 1
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| Rumoi High School 7.25.23 |
The day greeted us with a mostly cloudy sky, with only a
slight chance of rain before noon. This marks the official start of summer
vacation for students, but for me, it’s back to work at Rumoi High School.
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| Studied Japanese today using the VLJ Learning Course. Topic for the day: "You ni naru" |
The highlight of my workday was the Physical Exam scheduled
in the morning. Once that was done, I dedicated time to studying Japanese
through the VLJ online course. I’m thrilled to report that I’m just a few units
away from completing it—a small but meaningful milestone in my language
learning journey.
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| Lunch at C-Restaurant |
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| I ordered the tonkatsu set meal |
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| Itadakimasu! |
Having fasted for the exam, I treated myself and my siblings
to a hearty lunch at C-Restaurant. It was a feast to remember, filled with
quality food and laughter. If only time weren’t so tight! I had to return to
work, leaving Aya, Pat, and my daughter free to explore the city. Their plan
included visiting the serene Rumoi Shrine and the vibrant Rumoi Roadside Station.
Back at Rumoi High School, I was greeted with wonderful news
from Matsuda-sensei—he passed the Eiken 1 exam! It was a moment of shared
triumph, as we had worked tirelessly together to prepare for this. His success
is not only a personal victory for him but also a proud moment for me as a
mentor. Matsuda-sensei now joins the ranks of my two previous Eiken 1
achievers: Mugi-san and Ken-sensei, my former JTE in Haboro.
Inside Umi no Furusatokan
Family Moments at Cape Ogon
After work, the day continued with more adventures. I drove
Aya and Pat to Umi no Furusatokan, a museum that offers a fascinating glimpse
into the history of Rumoi City. From there, we headed to Ogon Cape, where we
soaked in the breathtaking coastal views.
Nightview from Senbodai
As the day drew to a close, we found ourselves at Senbodai,
perched above the city. We watched the sun dip below the horizon, painting the
sky in hues of orange and gold. When night fell, we admired the sparkling
lights of Rumoi from above—a perfect way to end an eventful and meaningful day.
Today was a blend of work, family, and moments of quiet
reflection, all set against the beautiful backdrop of Rumoi City.
Read more:
Japan Diaries 4: Week 91
Japan Diaries 4: Day 632
Japan Diaries 4: Day 633
Japan Diaries 4: Day 634
Umi no Furusatokan
Cape Ogon
Cape Ogon Revisited 2023
Senbodai
Senbodai Revisited 2022
Senbodai at Night
10 Things to Do in Rumoi City
10 More Things to Do in Rumoi City
Hokkaido 179
Japan Diaries 4: Summary
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