Hey what's up everyone! My name is Tyler and I will be your host for this blog. Now, you may be asking yourself, well, probably not- but let's pretend, what is this blog all about? I'm happy you asked! Basically, this is a blog that is dedicated to anything and all things Japan! In about three weeks I will be going to Tokyo, Japan to study abroad as a foreign exchange student at Hosei University. It's always been part of my ideology that getting the most out of college is the best thing a person can do and I can't find a better way to accomplish that goal than by going abroad. Getting a degree should not simply be an endurance test but rather an enlightening experience that opens the mind to the different doors and opportunities that this world has to offer. Okay, so that may be a bit dramatic but seriously, it's true.
So, why call it Destiny Japan? Not only is going abroad part of my dream as a university student but Japan itself IS my dream. After I graduate in three semesters time with a bachelor degree in English with a linguistics emphasis and a minor in Japanese (I usually just call it a linguistics major) I intend to be an assistant English teacher in Japan. I love interacting with people and so the job of a teacher is right up my alley. The reason why I call this blog Destiny Japan is because not only is Japan my dream but I also want to inspire others to pursue their own dreams and goals because nothing is impossible if you put your heart, mind, and soul into it. With hard work comes great reward.
While I'm in Japan I will be doing daily vlogs as often as possible and I intend to fill this blog with all of my experiences throughout the week. Of course, that also means that I will be posting pictures of the various places I visit as well as links to the videos that I make and even links to various sites that deal with Japan. One particular amazing site to start us off with would have to be a site hosted by Danny Choo. Danny Choo is the host of a very popular show called Culture Japan that airs all across Asia and he even uploads episodes of his show for free on YouTube. The show is about Japan and on it Danny Choo shows various aspects of its culture. Well, you probably could have figured that out on your own. On his site you'll find blogs, pictures, and videos of his own that he shares with his readers. They really are incredible and it's a definite recommend for anyone interested in Japan.
So now that you know what this blog is about and what I intend to do while in Tokyo, Japan I really hope you consider sticking around if you have any interests in Japanese culture. Of course if you don't, no hard feelings. This blog is for those looking to find more information and interesting things about Japan! It's a little bare right now because I haven't gone anywhere yet but once I do I will be updating it as frequently as possible. I hope all of you out there have a great day and as I sign off for now I'd like to remind you to work hard and stay legit.
