The best part about living in Los Angeles is...
That you are able to enjoy the beautiful ocean coastline wherever you are. As you know, English is the most regularly spoken language in the United States. However, in LA, we have people of multiple ethnicities and cultures living here. There are 224 other languages spoken in Los Angeles, which can make it easier to have access to learning multiple languages. In Japan nowadays, the number of foreign workers has increased, so being able to speak Japanese is more of an in-demand skill. So, let's learn Japanese!
Recommend a place to visit where Japanese is the native language, and tell us why you like it.
Japan is an Island, surrounded by the ocean and beautiful nature, so it's hard to say where the best city is. However, I highly recommend Izu City in Shizuoka Prefecture. It was registered as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2018 as a place to meet locals and explore nature. What's more, you get to also view Mt. Fuji.
What Japanese film or musical artist do you recommend students watch or listen to?
The film I used to show my younger students is 'Totoro' by Miyazaki. In my opinion, even though technology has been advancing and evolving day to day into the future, people shouldn't forget about how to care for each other and be kind to nature.
What most surprises your students about Japanese?
Because of their nature, the Japanese are diligent and hard-working. When they start to create something, they put in all their effort to make it perfectly. They aim for perfection with their meticulous spirit. I strongly believe that they are leading the world with the finest cutting-edge technology. Another thing I would like to emphasize is their hospitality, which we call 'Omotenashi' in Japanese, which means 'without compensation.' Their actions flow out naturally without asking.
What one thing would you like your students to know about you?
I am diligent, full of energy, and ready to take on the task of teaching my students.