Blogs on Japan

Blogs on Japan has started a new feature where we interview different bloggers who blog about Japan. Today we got a real newb, JapanNewbie. If you would like to be interviewed, please contact me! Also if you are looking for some interesting blogs on Japan, take a look at the previous interviews.

If you could introduce one of your posts to new readers which one would it be and why?

I would recommend this post where I report on the results of a lecture by Jay Rubin that I attended. Jay Rubin does most of Murakami Haruki’s Japanese to English translation, so he has a lot of interesting things to mention regarding the topic. Most of my posts are usually just humorous or strange, so this serious one could easily get lost in the pile!

What is your favorite place you have been to in Japan and why?

I love the entire Kansai area, but recently I went to Tamaki Shrine in Nara, and had a great time. I have been to many shrines in Japan, but this one really stands out in my mind as one of the most beautiful.

How long have/did you live in Japan?

I have been in Japan for 5 years now, not including one year as an exchange student back in 2000. It’s been a long time!

The best thing about Japan is…

The language!

The worst thing about Japan is…

The language… It’s a love hate relationship.

Who is your favorite Japanese celebrity?

I’m a big fan of Hiroyuki Sanada from movies such as Twilight Samurai and Last Samurai. Twilight Samurai is one of my all-time favorite Japanese movies, and Sanada does a great job in it. Highly recommended!

What is the most delicious food you have had in Japan?

Maybe living in Osaka has given me a biased opinion… But I love Takoyaki! A quick search for “takoyaki” on JapanNewbie will reveal just how often I post on the subject. Everyone in Osaka loves Takoyaki!

What is the most disgusting food you have had in Japan?

Easy. This fish head that was served at a wedding I went to. I couldn’t even look at it… Even though it was staring right at me…

I understand about the fish head… believe it or not yours actually looks appetizing compared to the time I was given fish head on a stick! Anyway, thanks again for the interview!