We were finally able to go to Fukuoka, after the latest state of emergency was over in Fukuoka on June 20th. We decided to go on Friday, July 2nd, because the weather was going to be cloudy (it is going to rain for the next week). The goal of the trip was to go to …
Category Archives: Living in Japan
A Day in Nagasaki City
I haven’t had the chance to leave Sasebo due to being pregnant. I was told by my doctor to not leave Sasebo. I know, you are thinking, how would they know if you left Sasebo? If I would have tested positive for Covid-19 (even though I never did), I would have to disclose my contact …
Being Pregnant and Giving Birth in Japan
Where to begin? The moment every mother-to-be wants, a positive pregnancy test. For many, they only had to try for a short period of time. Well for us, this has been a few years in the making. Doug and I tried for a couple of years in Colorado, but no luck. After so many negative …
Kozakibana Park
Today Doug and I went to the Westernmost Point of Mainland Japan at Kozakibana Park. It is about a 45 minute drive from our apartment. The drive there was fun! The closer you get to Kozakibana Park, the road gets narrow and is curvy. I made sure to take caution while going through the curves. …
Valentine’s Day in Japan!
Valentine’s Day, a day to celebrate love between two people. This video is by Eriko who works at CFA Sasebo. She is amazing! Eriko does a weekly video about what trips she is doing (we can attend) and things that are happening. Eriko explains the differences between U.S. and Japan Valentine’s Day. She starts around …
Christmas in Sasebo, Japan
Merry Christmas! This year we spent Christmas in Sasebo! We knew last year, that we wouldn’t make it back for Christmas in Kentucky. We knew moving to Japan would cost us some money, even though the U.S. military did cover some of the costs. Then you add the global pandemic with strict travel restrictions (being …
Funakoshi Observatory Platform
Near Ishidake Observatory is Funakoshi Observatory Platform. I decided to check it out. Funakoshi Observatory Platform gives you a closer look of Kujukushima Islands (99 Islands). There were a few parking spots close to the platform and a parking area a short walk away.
Lease Signing, Bill Pay, and Moving In
Monday, August 17 I woke up, worked out, scooped litter boxes, and did the dishes. After they cleaned the room, I went to the NEX and Commissary for a few things. The cats needed tuna and I needed mouth wash, and water. I forgot to pick up something for lunch, so I decided to go …
Hale of a Journey 