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In memory of Jō Niijima
Today is the anniversary of the founder of our alma mater Jō Niijima(新島 襄). His tombstone was Kaishu Katsu(勝 海舟)'s writing. Yoshikuni...


My beloved will go back home!
Being a mother, it's difficult because there may be some troubles with our kids. It's been hard for me. There are instances that I feel...


Oliebollen - Netherlands' Classic Snack for Winter
People in the Netherlands welcome the New Year by celebrating it with a delicious snack called Oliebollen, a delicious snack covered in...


A Smart and Creative Service to Society
Three times a year, my son has the task of doing something useful to society that he can do with himself as part of his school class. ...


Today's lunch
My son picks some grapes🍇and strawberries🍓


Amsterdam Pride 2018
Last weekend, I joined the AMSTERDAM PRIDE 2018 with my three sons. The event that was held at the Dam Square was the biggest. It had an...


Sushi Festival City Beach in Amsterdam
Today I went to the Sushi Festival in Amsterdam with my whole family. My two older sons joined the Sushi Workshop. It was so popular that...

3 6 ℃ ! ! !
Four years have passed since I moved to the Netherlands, but today was the hottest day ever. It's 36 degrees! I am from Kyoto and it is...


Performance day
My eldest son and I watched my middle son perform at his school last Tuesday. Each year the students in Group 8 with the highest grade...

夏至 the summer solstice 2018
It's still bright although it's past 10:30pm.

For the first time in a month and a half
We can not spend much time together. Every moment is valuable and irreplaceable.
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