My First Week

My first week was very busy. On the first day, I went from Kobe to Tokyo to fly to the U.S. At that time, I was so nervous and worried about jet lag. I was a little bit sad because I wouldn’t see my family and my friends and eat Japanese food for four months, but I was excited to study abroad. When I was on the airplane, I didn’t sleep well, so I have been jet lagged for about five days. I ate pizza in the Seattle airport with my friend. It was my first time to eat American pizza and it tasted good! When I arrived in Spokane, our RA was waiting for us and holding a pretty sign. I noticed Spokane is colder than Kobe. There were snow on the ground, too. I was so happy because it rarely snows in my hometown. On the second day, when I went to breakfast in the morning, I was surprised to see the beautiful sky, houses, trees and animals. My hobby is taking photos, so I’m really happy. When I arrived at Commons, I ate breakfast with my friends, which was great, and I was very full.   

Among my housemates, there are two people who speak English very well, so we usually talk to each other in our house. Thanks to them, I'm able to speak English more fluently than ever. My housemates and RA are so kind, reliable, cute, too, so I feel very happy now. On the fifth day, I watched a movie while eating popcorn with my housemates and RA. The name of the movie was Cinderella. It was a little bit difficult for me to understand what they said in English, but gradually I could understand, and I began to like this movie more than ever. My first week was very busy, but I had a good time.

Traveling Abroad Is Exciting!

By Kanna

I have been abroad three times in addition to this experience studying abroad in Spokane.  Each experience has been rewording and fun.

First, I went to Guam when I was a high school student and that was a first time of traveling abroad. Guam is very hot and there are many beautiful beaches. I was so excited because everything were different from Japan: language, landscape, people, and the things they were selling. My friends and I met with local students and they were very kind people. They presented their cultural dance and sang many songs. It is a very special memory for me. I thought then I’d like to go abroad to many more countries after that   and I also thought I have to study English more! 

Second, I went to Taiwan last summer on the vacation with friends. The reason why I chose Taiwan was Boba tea. In Japan, Boba tea was very popular last year and, of course, I loved Boba tea so much. I drank it twice a week. We were very surprised at the price when we bought it in Taiwan. It was much cheaper than in Japan. Taiwanese dishes, such as “Sholonpo” and “Ru-ro han”, were very delicious and I liked them very much. The local people were really nice and very kind to us, so I would like to go to Taiwan again. 

Third, I went to Korea in January. I like K-POP and Korean entertainment and I can speak and understand Korean a little bit. I was so excited because I have liked Korea for a long time and I recognized some parts of the city from watching  programs on TV! The Korean food was also very good. I would like to understand Korean more. Whenever I go to other countries, I always think I want to speak all of the local languages so that I can communicate with the local people.

Thank you for reading my blog:)

Introducing Me!

Hello! My name is Kanna Furuno and write “古野栞菜” in Japanese kanji. I am from Osaka, Japan and my birthday is December,6,2000, so I am 19 years old right now. I like watching movies and listening to music. Almost all my favorites are in English, so it is one of the reasons why I chose English for my major. I am going to recommend some movies. “Almost famous”, “Sing Street”, “Green Book” and “Miracle In Cell No.7”. I especially like romance and drama. My favorite artist is “Daniel Caeser” , “Frank Ocean” and  "NCT". I also like to eat out and I know a lot of great restaurant, so if you come to Osaka, I could taught you. There are five members in my family, father, mother, me and two little sisters. My father works architecture company and he likes mountain climbing. When I was elementary school student, my family and I used to go mountain climbing and it is my precious memories. My mother works as nurse. She likes music and I am affected by her a lot and we often go to concert together. One little sister is 17 years old and her name is “Karin”. We often go shopping and talking together. The other little sister is 11years old and her name is “Kokona”. The first spell of our name is all “K”! I’m so close to my sisters.I don’t have exactly dream in the future yet, but I want to have my coffee shop or restaurant ,and play the songs I like and communicate with customers. It is just dream but if I can like this, I will very happy. Of course, “I’d like to speak English fluently” is the near future dream!”Thank you for reading, Kanna:)

My First Week

I haven’t been to America  before, so this experience studying abroad is my first time.  At first, I worried about whether I could spend 4 months here because I can’t speak English well, but every teacher at MFWI is very kind to students, so I don’t worry about it now. I was also worried about  jet lag because there is a 17 hour time different between Japan and Washington state, but now I never think about that.

I like Japanese food, so I didn't want to leave my country, but I will try American food. American food is different from Japan, but I like it. It's very delicious. However, I felt that American food is  sweet and fattening and not good for my health. 

Spokane's Wal Mart

I was also concerned about all of my English classes because I can’t speak my opinions and ideas in English, but all of the teachers are really nice to students, so I am no longer worried about that.  I have been going to a lot of classes, which are very useful for me because I am learning a lot of new vocabulary. I want to study English more than ever because this experience studying abroad gives me courage to study English more and more. My goal is to speak English very well. I also want to learn about American history, so I am happy that I have come to America.

   

Spokane has very beautiful scenery. Japan is not cold, so I was surprised when I arrived in Spokane, that it was very cold. I was also very surprised that Spokane is drier than I expected. My roommate has a sore throat due to the dryness. I was surprised that the towel that I used and got wet was dry the next day.  I sleep with a mask over my nose and mouth because Japan is more humid than here. 

  

In Japan, I didn’t usually see any squirrels, so I have been surprised to see a lt of squirrels in Spokane. I think squirrels are very cute, but I am surprised that squirrels are little violent. My RA told me not to touch the squirrels, so I am very sad.

   
I think it is important to go to a lot of different places with my housemates in order to form deep bonds. I also think it is necessary to help each other when anyone is in trouble. I hope this experience will be really enjoyable for me.

My First Week

By Tomoka

I’m so tired after a long flight., but it was a good experience for me.  When I arrived in Spokane, I thought Spokane was very nice town with a lot of trees.  It's very cool.  

My house at MFWI is called Dickinson and it is very clean and large.  I’m surprised!!  Our group’s RA is a very kind woman whose name is Kayla.  She is very friendly.  I’m so happy to meet her.  

American food is very big and delicious , and it taste very salty which I like.  Classes are the most interesting of all.  I want to speak, write and read English very well, so I have to study very hard.  However, I like English because it is so fun and interesting to me.  I’m looking forward to going shopping in American supermarket.  I want to buy snacks, perfume, and other things. 

Introduction

By Tomoka
 My name is Tomoka.  I’m 19 years old.  I was born in Miki , Hyogo.  There are 4 people in my family: my mother , my father , my brother and I. 

 My hobby dancing and listening music.  Especially I like K-POP music and dancing.  I like a lot of K-POP groups.  They are very cool!!  I was learning dance from elementary school to high school.  But I haven't learned it now.  I see a dance in Youtube and I larened it and dancing now.  

 On holidays, I often dance with my friends in the park.  It’s fun to dance various K-POP groups.  Also, I watch Youtube all day long when there is no schedule all day.  Especialy, I watched introducing cosmetics videos and Vlogs.  I recommend them because they are so fun.

 I want to work at the airport in the future.  Because I like planes, airports and airport employee uniforms.  Especially I like Asiana Airlines uniforms.  Because it is very cute and stylish.  I want to communicating many foreing people.  So I need English skills.  I want to study English hard for that.  I’m looking forword to studying English in America.

Riana, Introduction

Hi! My name is Riana. I live in Hyogo. My hobby is listening to music.

I often listen to Western music, and various music such as J-pop. I have 5 people in my family, but my parents are divorced, so I have no mother. My grandmother, grandfather, older brother, and I live in a house. My father works at a company. He is also nourishing my family. I love my family because everyone kind of me.

Kobe Luminarie

In my free time, I go on day trip with my friends in Japan. For instance, I have been to Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, and Okayama. I like to go sightseeing, so I want to travel abroad many times.

 My dream didn’t decide. However, since English is a common language, so I want to communicate with various people, and share our different culture. English is also very useful to get a job, so I want to learn English more than ever, and speak English fluently. I won’t give up even if a big wall stands. Thank you.