Monday, January 31st

This is one of the sculptures I saw at the Teien museum gardens. I found out that they were only closed to set up the next exhibit, Typographic Posters of the 20th Century. I may go back to see it, as it would be interesting to see graphics with Japanese characters.

Lots is happening, and I haven't had much free time to put together a full accounting of my adventures. Taught my Level 1 seminar this weekend, with 28 participants and an intense program. They were all wonderful and we crammed quite a bit of information and processes into the two days. It was a heart-bursting moment when I called each of them by name (pronounced in pretty good Japanese I do think!) and handed them their certificates of completion. The Japanese work hard to be good students and love to have something to show for their accomplishments.

Here's a couple critters that caught my eye on a recent excursion. Pet shop poodle - not even sure which end we are looking at here!!!!

And turtle lion - guardian outside a garden gate.


It is super freezing here, down to zero C, or 32 degrees F, in the daytime. With all of the tall buildings, it's hard to get into the sun, and even when you do, it's still cold, with a chill breeze whirling from the shadows. Last time I was here, it was off the charts hot and humid. Quite the contrast.

I'll post again, hopefully tomorrow, as I have taken a bunch of photos the last couple days.

Sayonara for now...