This week’s episode features the great Kuroda Sensei as a special guest. We start the conversation by discussing her reasons for moving to Okinawa, aka, “paradise on earth,” and then we talk about this wonderful region of Japan, the beauties it has to offer and how it differs from the mainland. Put on your headphones and join the conversation!

Important words in this episode

Minimalist: A person who tries to live with the fewest possessions possible. 

Futon: A type of mattress which is used on the floor, originally from Japan, that can be rolled up.

Prefecture: A political region or local government area in some countries, for example Japan, France, and Italy.
 
Buckwheat: Small, dark grain used for feeding animals and for making flour

Karate: A sport, originally from Japan, in which people fight using their arms, legs, hands, and feet. The level of skill a person has is shown by what color belt they wear.

Tenure: The right to remain permanently in a job.