Tarai-Bune Tub Boat on Sado Island

Tarai-Bune Tub Boat on Sado Island

I’d like to introduce my friend Koto, a tarai-bune (tub boat) captain here on Sado Island. She’s a university student from Hokkaido with an incredible story—she once climbed Mount Everest on a solo trip abroad! The photo of her when she climbed Everest. We’ve shared...
A Customized Homestay on Sado Island

A Customized Homestay on Sado Island

I had the pleasure of hosting my students from Los Angeles, They came to Sado Island and had the chance to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings and unique culture of the island. During their stay, they were able to experience the beauty of Sado’s nature and...
Simple Guide to な-Adjectives

Simple Guide to な-Adjectives

What are Na-Adjectives? な-adjectives are a type of adjective in Japanese that require the particle な (na) when they modify nouns. They describe qualities or states of being and can express things like feelings, appearances, or conditions. きれい (kirei) –...
Simple Guide to i-Adjectives

Simple Guide to i-Adjectives

What are i-Adjectives? い-adjectives are a type of adjective in Japanese that end with the sound い (pronounced “ee”). They describe nouns and express qualities like: Colors (e.g., 赤い – “red”) Sizes (e.g., 大きい – “big”)...