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Land Of The Rising SonUasail O SeachnasaighIn a pastoral village nestled in the heart of the snow-capped Monashee mountain range, lies a quantum zone known as Chin Wa Yorogo Nari —朕和丁子成—where the spirit of a boyhood friend still resides. Sean O’Neil was the second son of an old Irish neo-clan in our cozy rural neighborhood on 1st Avenue, somewhere under the Sun. The O’Neil clan and this story take on a surreal quality—now revealed as part of a grandiose neo-clan plan. Cooked up during a plenary session of the phantasmagorical tutelary deities' assembly, this plan keeps Form, Order, and Pro...2025-01-3113 minLand Of The Rising SonUasail O SeachnasaighIn a pastoral village nestled in the heart of the snow-capped Monashee mountain range, lies a quantum zone known as Chin Wa Yorogo Nari —朕和丁子成—where the spirit of a boyhood friend still resides. Sean O’Neil was the second son of an old Irish neo-clan in our cozy rural neighborhood on 1st Avenue, somewhere under the Sun. The O’Neil clan and this story take on a surreal quality—now revealed as part of a grandiose neo-clan plan. Cooked up during a plenary session of the phantasmagorical tutelary deities' assembly, this plan keeps Form, Order, and Pro...2025-01-3113 min
Land Of The Rising SonDont Touch ItDelighted to find a nice hook nestled inside the nook of a book, the product of One Tim Sanders mind. This particular story, enlightened One into highly useful Productivity Notion. Practice personalized subconscious programming—automate all possible instances of infinite possibilities—thoroughly embrace idiosyncratic journey in Material Sludge—throughout nooks and crannies of the plethora of esoteric times and minds. Material Sludge Touch things once, at most twice, or if possible in fact, do not touch it, any which-way, whatsoever at all. Tasks in paper form—piled high—rip...2023-04-2103 min
Land Of The Rising SonHeal By HealingJapan—Civilization 3.0, eminent culture and society, representing pinnacle of modern civilization, while invoking ancient spirit of Yamato—displaying gumption, unwavering constitution, and innate notion to embrace The Grind. Ancestor veneration evolved—blending timeless Buddhist Universal Truth along the Way—The Japanese weave the Notion of Kaizen into the fabric of society, Form, Order, Process, as intrinsic matter—Three Structural Pillars—foundation of Japanese System—reflecting isolated civilization evolving over millennia—broadcasting Weigh Station No. 9's frequency vibration to metamorphosing worlds. The path to Infinite Harmony are tenets to guide One’s own life journey enshrined...2023-04-1405 minLand Of The Rising SonHeal By HealingJapan—Civilization 3.0, eminent culture and society, representing pinnacle of modern civilization, while invoking ancient spirit of Yamato—displaying gumption, unwavering constitution, and innate notion to embrace The Grind. Ancestor veneration evolved—blending timeless Buddhist Universal Truth along the Way—The Japanese weave the Notion of Kaizen into the fabric of society, Form, Order, Process, as intrinsic matter—Three Structural Pillars—foundation of Japanese System—reflecting isolated civilization evolving over millennia—broadcasting Weigh Station No. 9's frequency vibration to metamorphosing worlds. The path to Infinite Harmony are tenets to guide One’s own life journey enshrined...2023-04-1405 min
Land Of The Rising SonIdentification PleaseThis unwelcome solicitation usually reflect One’s origin as related to unique Ancestor Journey. One continues to be utterly gobsmacked observing violent monkeys continuing to entertain the abjectly ridiculous notion of “birth-right” embodying whatever this obtuse terminology and meaning (none) constructed there within. Of course, that is unless anointed to be the Emperor of Japan—the sentient being embodying Japanese mythology—representation of the Universally Truthful notion of what it means to be Japanese. Raised in severe harsh conditions, the meaning of life was meted out to all inhabitants and citizens unequivocally and equally—abs...2023-04-0706 minLand Of The Rising SonIdentification PleaseThis unwelcome solicitation usually reflect One’s origin as related to unique Ancestor Journey. One continues to be utterly gobsmacked observing violent monkeys continuing to entertain the abjectly ridiculous notion of “birth-right” embodying whatever this obtuse terminology and meaning (none) constructed there within. Of course, that is unless anointed to be the Emperor of Japan—the sentient being embodying Japanese mythology—representation of the Universally Truthful notion of what it means to be Japanese. Raised in severe harsh conditions, the meaning of life was meted out to all inhabitants and citizens unequivocally and equally—abs...2023-04-0706 min
Land Of The Rising SonFrequencyThe folly of youth often embodies the emotional notion of immortality, along with failure to apply adequate hearing protection, leading to aural cavity disfunction—also know as tinnitus. Bonding via love of loud blaring music, One can now find a specific chemical organism walking around in a suit of meat—singing along in purposeful perfect harmony—via endless Frequency—creating novel Notion of Motion—genesis and essence of infinite creativity. Entering the atmosphere at polar-opposite spots—upon a lonely dot—melding and melting in and out throughout space and time—separated in twelve-instances—rabbits inhabiting...2023-03-3103 minLand Of The Rising SonFrequencyThe folly of youth often embodies the emotional notion of immortality, along with failure to apply adequate hearing protection, leading to aural cavity disfunction—also know as tinnitus. Bonding via love of loud blaring music, One can now find a specific chemical organism walking around in a suit of meat—singing along in purposeful perfect harmony—via endless Frequency—creating novel Notion of Motion—genesis and essence of infinite creativity. Entering the atmosphere at polar-opposite spots—upon a lonely dot—melding and melting in and out throughout space and time—separated in twelve-instances—rabbits inhabiting...2023-03-3103 min
Land Of The Rising SonBet On YourselfWhat could be considered the most critical decision of significant untold consequence throughout life? Choice of partner. Consider this elegant four-idiom-compound. isshin dōtai The Path to terrestrial paradise lies in the divine protocol of two hearts beating as one. After Benzaiten anoints picture perfect partners—unconditionally loving innate nature of human condition—flaws and glory embraced—passionate lovers—loyal-best friends—multiverse travelers—see what’s around the bend. Congratulation! This completes the most curious life event of autonomous monkeys roaming planet earth. Here, two heart...2023-03-2403 minLand Of The Rising SonBet On YourselfWhat could be considered the most critical decision of significant untold consequence throughout life? Choice of partner. Consider this elegant four-idiom-compound. isshin dōtai The Path to terrestrial paradise lies in the divine protocol of two hearts beating as one. After Benzaiten anoints picture perfect partners—unconditionally loving innate nature of human condition—flaws and glory embraced—passionate lovers—loyal-best friends—multiverse travelers—see what’s around the bend. Congratulation! This completes the most curious life event of autonomous monkeys roaming planet earth. Here, two heart...2023-03-2403 min
Land Of The Rising SonDividing SpoilsThe notion of Japan held in the minds of the Occxies, is that of a very densely populated territory, residing upon meagre land. If having ever touched down, upon the sacred ground of the Land Of The Rising Son—one comes to realize quickly—there is nothing meagre at all, about the island nation of Yamato—spiritually, mentally, nor within the finite constructed constraints of the material sludge of Japan. The Japanese archipelago stretches over 2,900 km with 80% of the landmass consisting of uninhabited mountain regions That being said, one could easily live in the ex...2023-03-1706 minLand Of The Rising SonDividing SpoilsThe notion of Japan held in the minds of the Occxies, is that of a very densely populated territory, residing upon meagre land. If having ever touched down, upon the sacred ground of the Land Of The Rising Son—one comes to realize quickly—there is nothing meagre at all, about the island nation of Yamato—spiritually, mentally, nor within the finite constructed constraints of the material sludge of Japan. The Japanese archipelago stretches over 2,900 km with 80% of the landmass consisting of uninhabited mountain regions That being said, one could easily live in the ex...2023-03-1706 min
Land Of The Rising SonThis Is JapanThe mantra to repeat when facing obstacles, navigating the nooks and crannies of the ancient system of Japan. Use the philosophy of ichi go ichi e. It is always best, to take each encounter as an extraordinary moment in time, regardless of the tone, timbre, or hue, contained within the encounter. When the inevitable frustration wells up when confronted with unfamiliarity, and uncomfortableness and one needs to “change things” is where this mantra comes in very handy. This Is Japan As one figured out along the way, encountering breathtaking bure...2023-03-1603 minLand Of The Rising SonThis Is JapanThe mantra to repeat when facing obstacles, navigating the nooks and crannies of the ancient system of Japan. Use the philosophy of ichi go ichi e. It is always best, to take each encounter as an extraordinary moment in time, regardless of the tone, timbre, or hue, contained within the encounter. When the inevitable frustration wells up when confronted with unfamiliarity, and uncomfortableness and one needs to “change things” is where this mantra comes in very handy. This Is Japan As one figured out along the way, encountering breathtaking bure...2023-03-1603 min
Land Of The Rising SonSmall ThingsThe joy on the faces of the happy new couple, and their smiling, proud parents, can not be denied. Congratulations. I now pronounce you man and wife, you may kiss the bride. In all likelihood, due to the fact the Japanese have never been burdened with original sin, he has probably kissed the bride a few times already. For those who have taken the plunge—some more than once—it is of paramount importance for the newlyweds to understand—seemingly smallish things will definitely turn into very consequential affairs, if given...2023-03-1004 minLand Of The Rising SonSmall ThingsThe joy on the faces of the happy new couple, and their smiling, proud parents, can not be denied. Congratulations. I now pronounce you man and wife, you may kiss the bride. In all likelihood, due to the fact the Japanese have never been burdened with original sin, he has probably kissed the bride a few times already. For those who have taken the plunge—some more than once—it is of paramount importance for the newlyweds to understand—seemingly smallish things will definitely turn into very consequential affairs, if given...2023-03-1004 min
Land Of The Rising SonDraw The LineUnlike the stark finality of the black and white world view of the Occxies, right and wrong are not absolute in the Japanese context of things. When looking at relationships, especially in business, the success of the any relationship depend on a wide variety of circumstances—if this isn’t already obvious enough. Unquestionably, a favourable outcome clearly depends on the individuals involved, positions, timing, and a host of other variables, including, of course, the actual intent of the concerned parties. In Old Japan, right and wrong were based on the universal concept of "...2023-03-0305 minLand Of The Rising SonDraw The LineUnlike the stark finality of the black and white world view of the Occxies, right and wrong are not absolute in the Japanese context of things. When looking at relationships, especially in business, the success of the any relationship depend on a wide variety of circumstances—if this isn’t already obvious enough. Unquestionably, a favourable outcome clearly depends on the individuals involved, positions, timing, and a host of other variables, including, of course, the actual intent of the concerned parties. In Old Japan, right and wrong were based on the universal concept of "...2023-03-0305 min
Land Of The Rising SonGrow OldThe key to life is the word “grow.” It has been said—if not growing, one is dying. Often one can see others waxing melancholia about the imminent arrival of an impending birthday and getting one more year older, yet again. One submits this: Be joyful at the arrival of each and every birthday—especially later in life when birthdays come much more quickly, counting down the days—while always keeping this important point in mind. What is the final alternative to not having another birthday?!?!? An unpreceden...2023-02-2401 minLand Of The Rising SonGrow OldThe key to life is the word “grow.” It has been said—if not growing, one is dying. Often one can see others waxing melancholia about the imminent arrival of an impending birthday and getting one more year older, yet again. One submits this: Be joyful at the arrival of each and every birthday—especially later in life when birthdays come much more quickly, counting down the days—while always keeping this important point in mind. What is the final alternative to not having another birthday?!?!? An unpreceden...2023-02-2401 min
Land Of The Rising SonMaterial SludgeBorn to this material world—two things one must do—live and die. For the majority of humanity, material sludge is nothing more than a daily drudge eking out one more day of existence on Mother Earth. Depending on the place of birth, and whether born with a silver spoon in the mouth, the material sludge is profoundly different and each situation as unique as a snowflake. Considered those born into less than privileged circumstances. Here, within the construct of the modern “civilization” the majority of humans are expl...2023-02-1703 minLand Of The Rising SonMaterial SludgeBorn to this material world—two things one must do—live and die. For the majority of humanity, material sludge is nothing more than a daily drudge eking out one more day of existence on Mother Earth. Depending on the place of birth, and whether born with a silver spoon in the mouth, the material sludge is profoundly different and each situation as unique as a snowflake. Considered those born into less than privileged circumstances. Here, within the construct of the modern “civilization” the majority of humans are expl...2023-02-1703 min
Land Of The Rising SonMatter Over MindIn Old Japan, the dedicated samurai spent hours upon hours daily for years and years sharpening their sword-fighting skills. Japanese history is alive with colourful figures such as the most famous swordsman of note, Musashi Miyamoto (1584 1645). Master Miyamoto practiced the art of swordsmanship daily for more than 30 years—in an effort to achieve perfection and perhaps a state of enlightened selflessness, which is rarely achieved by the masses—MASTERY. Sword Master Miyamoto dispatched over 60 opponents in death duels before retiring to the life of a painter, writer, and teacher. An appropriate way to...2023-02-1005 minLand Of The Rising SonMatter Over MindIn Old Japan, the dedicated samurai spent hours upon hours daily for years and years sharpening their sword-fighting skills. Japanese history is alive with colourful figures such as the most famous swordsman of note, Musashi Miyamoto (1584 1645). Master Miyamoto practiced the art of swordsmanship daily for more than 30 years—in an effort to achieve perfection and perhaps a state of enlightened selflessness, which is rarely achieved by the masses—MASTERY. Sword Master Miyamoto dispatched over 60 opponents in death duels before retiring to the life of a painter, writer, and teacher. An appropriate way to...2023-02-1005 min
Land Of The Rising SonKnock Down 7 Get Up 8Something Father did time and time again was to get back up and dust himself off after being knocked down so many times. Something burned deep inside of him compelling him forward, no matter what, undoubtably he was a a survivor and a man of his time. Even after the devastating blow of being sued by serial environmental polluter Chevron late in life and losing everything, he not only got back up, he never lost his sense of humour throughout the many ordeals of his extraordinary life, which included growing up in abject poverty. 2023-02-1001 minLand Of The Rising SonKnock Down 7 Get Up 8Something Father did time and time again was to get back up and dust himself off after being knocked down so many times. Something burned deep inside of him compelling him forward, no matter what, undoubtably he was a a survivor and a man of his time. Even after the devastating blow of being sued by serial environmental polluter Chevron late in life and losing everything, he not only got back up, he never lost his sense of humour throughout the many ordeals of his extraordinary life, which included growing up in abject poverty. 2023-02-1001 min
Land Of The Rising SonLong ChickenOnce upon a time, important enlightenment penetrated this malleable mind at the most delicious yakitori shops in all of Japan. This out-of-the-way, hole-in-the-wall was run by the dishevelled master~ and his somewhat rustic wife. This kind of special place was truly representative of the Japan one encountered often back in the early days, but these kinds of atmospheric shop, alas, are now slowly fading away. The kitchen floor was like a traditional style Japanese farm house—earthen. Not only was his ele...2023-02-0303 minLand Of The Rising SonLong ChickenOnce upon a time, important enlightenment penetrated this malleable mind at the most delicious yakitori shops in all of Japan. This out-of-the-way, hole-in-the-wall was run by the dishevelled master~ and his somewhat rustic wife. This kind of special place was truly representative of the Japan one encountered often back in the early days, but these kinds of atmospheric shop, alas, are now slowly fading away. The kitchen floor was like a traditional style Japanese farm house—earthen. Not only was his ele...2023-02-0303 min
Land Of The Rising SonWay-Station No 9Japan is the last stop before exiting the atmosphere of mother earth to reside as a god—one foot in this material world—the other in Nirvana. Remember, Nirvana is a Buddhist term embodying the transcendent state. In Nirvana, there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self—a place where Gods hang out. Keep in mind, in indigenous Japanese mythology (Shinto), all who pass from the material to spiritual world become a God to be venerated by the descendants of the clan. The tenet in this pragmatic Shinto wisdom indicates the ne...2023-01-3003 minLand Of The Rising SonWay-Station No 9Japan is the last stop before exiting the atmosphere of mother earth to reside as a god—one foot in this material world—the other in Nirvana. Remember, Nirvana is a Buddhist term embodying the transcendent state. In Nirvana, there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self—a place where Gods hang out. Keep in mind, in indigenous Japanese mythology (Shinto), all who pass from the material to spiritual world become a God to be venerated by the descendants of the clan. The tenet in this pragmatic Shinto wisdom indicates the ne...2023-01-3003 min
Land Of The Rising SonWide FaceOne of the fundamental societal protocols in Japan is the timeless nugget ringing so very true, especially here in Japan: It isn't what you know, but who you know. Keeping in mind the deeply rooted Japanese social conventions, and up until relatively recently, being really brilliant in Japan was often more of a hindrance than a help. One can not easily shirk away the DNA of Japanese heritage or the rigid hierarchy of the Japanese system, and historically standing out from the crowd, especially in intelligence, was tab...2023-01-2705 minLand Of The Rising SonWide FaceOne of the fundamental societal protocols in Japan is the timeless nugget ringing so very true, especially here in Japan: It isn't what you know, but who you know. Keeping in mind the deeply rooted Japanese social conventions, and up until relatively recently, being really brilliant in Japan was often more of a hindrance than a help. One can not easily shirk away the DNA of Japanese heritage or the rigid hierarchy of the Japanese system, and historically standing out from the crowd, especially in intelligence, was tab...2023-01-2705 min
Land Of The Rising SonNaivetyOne was fortune the other day to meet with his friend and loverly wife to meet their 7 month-old-son, who happened to have a very content disposition. Truly, isn’t there something extra special about the innocence of infants and the very young that brings out feelings of tenderness and protectiveness in the hearts of most people—even those who are not known for their sensitivity or thoughtfulness toward others. However, in the Occxie world, the innocence of young children is generally gone by the time they reach six or seven. This is in larg...2023-01-2004 minLand Of The Rising SonNaivetyOne was fortune the other day to meet with his friend and loverly wife to meet their 7 month-old-son, who happened to have a very content disposition. Truly, isn’t there something extra special about the innocence of infants and the very young that brings out feelings of tenderness and protectiveness in the hearts of most people—even those who are not known for their sensitivity or thoughtfulness toward others. However, in the Occxie world, the innocence of young children is generally gone by the time they reach six or seven. This is in larg...2023-01-2004 min
Land Of The Rising SonThree Success DoorsOne of the most important lessons the Japanese learned from Zen Buddhism was the significance of spirit in all human endeavours. Zen Buddhism was first introduced to Japan around 656 of the Asuka period, and brought into prominence by Eisai (1141-1215) followed by Dogen (1200-1253) who was the founder of the Soto sect. Although buried deep in their sub-conscience, the Japan are imbued with an innate Zen-like calmness and practicality capacity. This has to do with the deeply rooted evolution of Shintoism, which has shaped the Japanese for mill...2023-01-1304 minLand Of The Rising SonThree Success DoorsOne of the most important lessons the Japanese learned from Zen Buddhism was the significance of spirit in all human endeavours. Zen Buddhism was first introduced to Japan around 656 of the Asuka period, and brought into prominence by Eisai (1141-1215) followed by Dogen (1200-1253) who was the founder of the Soto sect. Although buried deep in their sub-conscience, the Japan are imbued with an innate Zen-like calmness and practicality capacity. This has to do with the deeply rooted evolution of Shintoism, which has shaped the Japanese for mill...2023-01-1304 min
Land Of The Rising SonChange Is ConstantThe Japanese accept the notion that the world is in a constant state of flux, and under fluid circumstances the ultimate life philosophy is in the flexibility to flow with the wind. Generally speaking, this timeless concept remains the bedrock of Japanese ethics and morality. Occxies, on the other hand, have always tended to look upon the world as fixed in place and at relationships and human activities as unchanging. This difference in Western and Japanese views is dramatically demonstrated in the penchant that Westerners have for intric...2023-01-0604 minLand Of The Rising SonChange Is ConstantThe Japanese accept the notion that the world is in a constant state of flux, and under fluid circumstances the ultimate life philosophy is in the flexibility to flow with the wind. Generally speaking, this timeless concept remains the bedrock of Japanese ethics and morality. Occxies, on the other hand, have always tended to look upon the world as fixed in place and at relationships and human activities as unchanging. This difference in Western and Japanese views is dramatically demonstrated in the penchant that Westerners have for intric...2023-01-0604 min
Land Of The Rising SonAkemashite Omedeto-Reiwa 5The month of January hold a special place in one’s heart as this is the month one arrived to the Land Of The Rising Son on January 11, 1987. One could have never imagined the places, people, and events to be experienced over the next several years when sitting under the kotatsu on a clear and icy January day, eating mikan and watching the New Year Grand Sumo event in the first days of one’s life long adventure in Japan. By virtue of living in Japan, the opportunity to meet people from d...2022-12-3103 minLand Of The Rising SonAkemashite Omedeto-Reiwa 5The month of January hold a special place in one’s heart as this is the month one arrived to the Land Of The Rising Son on January 11, 1987. One could have never imagined the places, people, and events to be experienced over the next several years when sitting under the kotatsu on a clear and icy January day, eating mikan and watching the New Year Grand Sumo event in the first days of one’s life long adventure in Japan. By virtue of living in Japan, the opportunity to meet people from d...2022-12-3103 min
Land Of The Rising SonEmpress GraceThere’s often a debate between pet owners as to whether one is a cat person or a dog person. Having the privilege of growing up with both cats (feline) and dogs (canine), one can truly say: Domesticate companion animals are imperative in alleviating the suffering of isolation and loneliness—regardless of the species of animal one choose to keep as a pet. For certain, the binary misnomer of CAT vs DOG also excludes more esoteric choices of domesticated companions such as guinea pigs, boa constrictors, turtles, and carp—among the vast a...2022-11-1104 min
Land Of The Rising SonFork In RoadHaving tasted the bitter flavour of ennui and wandering for years in the proverbial desert, a consequential breakthrough was uncovered. Do not ignoring important forks in the road, whatever they may be. Over time, the stark realization one’s Japanese language skills would remain in the jozu desu ne category, forever, carrying with it a feeling of hopelessness and despondency. Cultural point 1: The phrase jozu desu ne is used by the Japanese, particularly on those from Occxie-land, when there is even a minor level of cohesive communication in Japanese. Cultural point 2: Thi...2022-09-0303 minLand Of The Rising SonFork In RoadHaving tasted the bitter flavour of ennui and wandering for years in the proverbial desert, a consequential breakthrough was uncovered. Do not ignoring important forks in the road, whatever they may be. Over time, the stark realization one’s Japanese language skills would remain in the jozu desu ne category, forever, carrying with it a feeling of hopelessness and despondency. Cultural point 1: The phrase jozu desu ne is used by the Japanese, particularly on those from Occxie-land, when there is even a minor level of cohesive communication in Japanese. Cultural point 2: Thi...2022-09-0303 min
Land Of The Rising SonEye For An EyeThe Japanese government carried out a capital punishment event recently. Interestingly enough, over 80% of Japanese citizens support capital punishment. One queried two men in their late 20s, curious as to the Japanese youth view on capital punishment. The first one said he was against capital punishment. No bleeding heart here however, as he said: “I would like the perpetrator suffering mental anguish as punishment for their crimes against the society until the end of their natural life.” The second young man sided with the majority saying: “C...2022-08-0504 minLand Of The Rising SonEye For An EyeThe Japanese government carried out a capital punishment event recently. Interestingly enough, over 80% of Japanese citizens support capital punishment. One queried two men in their late 20s, curious as to the Japanese youth view on capital punishment. The first one said he was against capital punishment. No bleeding heart here however, as he said: “I would like the perpetrator suffering mental anguish as punishment for their crimes against the society until the end of their natural life.” The second young man sided with the majority saying: “C...2022-08-0504 min
Land Of The Rising SonGray n RiceIt is always a joyful occasion when introducing the Japanese to the miracle of gravy ’n’ rice. This remarkable meeting of two culinary culture touchstones fuses these staples into a flavour unlike any other. For certain the Japanese hold rice in the highest esteem in connection with the cultural significance of this sacred grain, and the evolution of Japanese civilization. Of equal significant meaning, but of less cultural magnitude are the humble drippings of pork roast, which are then turned into gravy. Indeed one’s beloved father, in the...2022-05-0603 min
Land Of The Rising SonCivilization 3.0The chasm between “East” and “West” has never been as volatile since the enslavement of the Chinese nation with a massive opioid addiction pandemic early in the 20th century. Western civilization evolved from the Greeks and Romans, and when considering Eastern civilization, China comes to mind as the representative of the East, as this is the birth place of Confucius. Keep in mind, the moral tenets of the Asia nations are based first and foremost upon Ancestor Worship, infused with the peaceful teachings of the Buddha, and communal specific rituals passed down from generati...2022-03-2505 min
Land Of The Rising Sonボナー・フェラーズ准将 ボナー・フェラーズが、日本人の文化や生き方を理解し、尊敬するようになったのは、第二次世界大戦が始まボナー・フェラーズる前、1932にアメリカに留学していた島田亜矢と親しくなったことがきっかけでした。 しかも、この平然とした軍人気質は、彼が信奉していた宗教法人友愛会ファミリー（クエーカー）が定式化したものです。2022-03-1116 minLand Of The Rising Sonボナー・フェラーズ准将 ボナー・フェラーズが、日本人の文化や生き方を理解し、尊敬するようになったのは、第二次世界大戦が始まボナー・フェラーズる前、1932にアメリカに留学していた島田亜矢と親しくなったことがきっかけでした。 しかも、この平然とした軍人気質は、彼が信奉していた宗教法人友愛会ファミリー（クエーカー）が定式化したものです。2022-03-1116 min
Land Of The Rising SonBrigadier General Bonner FellersBonner Fellers was one of the few American who understood the importance of the Emperor to the Japanese people, and what it would have meant to have tried and executed Emperor Hirohito as a war criminal.2022-03-0107 minLand Of The Rising SonBrigadier General Bonner FellersBonner Fellers was one of the few American who understood the importance of the Emperor to the Japanese people, and what it would have meant to have tried and executed Emperor Hirohito as a war criminal.2022-03-0107 minLand Of The Rising SonAto Aji - Foreign Aftertaste2021-11-2905 minLand Of The Rising SonAto Aji - Foreign Aftertaste2021-11-2905 min
Land Of The Rising SonGaijin Kusai - Smelling Like A Foreigner2021-11-2707 minLand Of The Rising SonGaijin Kusai - Smelling Like A Foreigner2021-11-2707 min
Land Of The Rising SonHinkaku - Dignity and GraceThe English word “ dignity“ does not do justice to the full cultural connotation of “hinkaku" in this Japanese context.2021-11-0306 minLand Of The Rising SonHinkaku - Dignity and GraceThe English word “ dignity“ does not do justice to the full cultural connotation of “hinkaku" in this Japanese context.2021-11-0306 min
Land Of The Rising SonShugyo - Training For Intuitive WisdomMost Westerners prize practical knowledge and hands-on experience above all other kinds of learning. They are also condition to approach work and other challenge is directly, aiming for the “the shortest distance between two points”. It is therefore, inevitable that Westerns in Japan, and those working for the Japanese companies abroad, will be mystified and frustrated by a great deal of typical Japanese behaviour, for to the Japanese the shortest distance between two points is not a straight line.2021-09-2706 minLand Of The Rising SonShugyo - Training For Intuitive WisdomMost Westerners prize practical knowledge and hands-on experience above all other kinds of learning. They are also condition to approach work and other challenge is directly, aiming for the “the shortest distance between two points”. It is therefore, inevitable that Westerns in Japan, and those working for the Japanese companies abroad, will be mystified and frustrated by a great deal of typical Japanese behaviour, for to the Japanese the shortest distance between two points is not a straight line.2021-09-2706 min
Land Of The Rising SonByōdō - EqualityThere has never been a time in history of any society when all people were treated as equals. However, Americans as well as others have passed laws over the centuries that now tries to impose the foreign concept of equality onto the Japanese, as they eagerly spread their version of freedom, democracy and equality all over the world.2021-08-2309 minLand Of The Rising SonByōdō - EqualityThere has never been a time in history of any society when all people were treated as equals. However, Americans as well as others have passed laws over the centuries that now tries to impose the foreign concept of equality onto the Japanese, as they eagerly spread their version of freedom, democracy and equality all over the world.2021-08-2309 min
Land Of The Rising Son粗探しそれどころか難しい日本語の書き方を無駄なことだと思っているでしょう。 その人たちは心の中で、日本語の書き方をマスターすることは、絶対に不可能だと思っています。2020-10-1908 minLand Of The Rising Son粗探しそれどころか難しい日本語の書き方を無駄なことだと思っているでしょう。 その人たちは心の中で、日本語の書き方をマスターすることは、絶対に不可能だと思っています。2020-10-1908 min
Land Of The Rising SonAra Sagashi - Nation of NitpickersWe can say for sure that the Japanese way of writing has indeed been a mixed blessing for the citizens of the Land Of The Rising Son, but with the passage of time we can honestly say that this highly complex system has gained many more advantages which now I believe far outweigh any of its disadvantages. 2020-10-1806 minLand Of The Rising SonAra Sagashi - Nation of NitpickersWe can say for sure that the Japanese way of writing has indeed been a mixed blessing for the citizens of the Land Of The Rising Son, but with the passage of time we can honestly say that this highly complex system has gained many more advantages which now I believe far outweigh any of its disadvantages. 2020-10-1806 min
Land Of The Rising SonWhy Ancestors WorshipWhat does it actually mean to worship one’s ancestors? First of all, there are different ideas about the word “worship” and what it encompasses in a “religious” context. The preferred word veneration can be translated nicely into Japanese as sonkei (尊敬), which is more, “down-to-earth.” While thinking about the Japanese society, and the social conventions to which the Japanese adhere, one came to the realization that venerating the ancestor, along with the Sun is the best way to express gratitude toward our world and what it gives us. By the way, Amaterasu Oomikami...2020-09-2203 minLand Of The Rising SonWhy Ancestors WorshipWhat does it actually mean to worship one’s ancestors? First of all, there are different ideas about the word “worship” and what it encompasses in a “religious” context. The preferred word veneration can be translated nicely into Japanese as sonkei (尊敬), which is more, “down-to-earth.” While thinking about the Japanese society, and the social conventions to which the Japanese adhere, one came to the realization that venerating the ancestor, along with the Sun is the best way to express gratitude toward our world and what it gives us. By the way, Amaterasu Oomikami...2020-09-2203 min
Land Of The Rising Sonwabi-sabiComing to Japan in 1987, there was wonderment, awe, and, sometime dismay about these strange new things and customs, that having been surrounding this incidental Occxie for decades. Wabi-sabi resides in the rare “air.” Like many unspoken protocols and conventions of the Japanese, awareness of wabi-sabi is an innate trait, embodied within the spirit of Yamato. In traditional Japanese aesthetics, wabi-sabi is a world view centred on the acceptance of the transience and imperfection of universal truth. Wabi-sabi is sometimes described as one of beauty that is imperfect, impermanent, and inco...2020-07-2104 minLand Of The Rising Sonwabi-sabiComing to Japan in 1987, there was wonderment, awe, and, sometime dismay about these strange new things and customs, that having been surrounding this incidental Occxie for decades. Wabi-sabi resides in the rare “air.” Like many unspoken protocols and conventions of the Japanese, awareness of wabi-sabi is an innate trait, embodied within the spirit of Yamato. In traditional Japanese aesthetics, wabi-sabi is a world view centred on the acceptance of the transience and imperfection of universal truth. Wabi-sabi is sometimes described as one of beauty that is imperfect, impermanent, and inco...2020-07-2104 min
Land Of The Rising Sonしきたり西洋人にとって、日本という国は矛盾した国で、 良いことに関しても常に反対の不利な面を持っているように思えます。確かに世界のどこでも同じような現象があるかもしれませんが、ここ日本では、その対比がとても著しく思えるでしょう。2020-07-1908 minLand Of The Rising Sonしきたり西洋人にとって、日本という国は矛盾した国で、 良いことに関しても常に反対の不利な面を持っているように思えます。確かに世界のどこでも同じような現象があるかもしれませんが、ここ日本では、その対比がとても著しく思えるでしょう。2020-07-1908 min
Land Of The Rising SonShikitari-The Herd InstinctThe Herd Instinct One can say that to the Westerner eyes that Japan is the land of contradictions, everything good or positive about Japan always seems to have a flipside that is negative or unfavourable. Indeed you could say this about all societies, but here this contrast may appear to be much more pronounced.2020-07-1908 minLand Of The Rising SonShikitari-The Herd InstinctThe Herd Instinct One can say that to the Westerner eyes that Japan is the land of contradictions, everything good or positive about Japan always seems to have a flipside that is negative or unfavourable. Indeed you could say this about all societies, but here this contrast may appear to be much more pronounced.2020-07-1908 min
Land Of The Rising SonItadakimasu-GochisosamaThere are two very important words in Japanese with deep meaning but no equivalent sentiment in the English concept of language. Itadakimasu and gochiso sama are very important parts of the dining etiquette in Japan. Itadakimasu is said just before eating, it literally means “to receive” or “accept ” but in this context more like a DNA infused Japanese Way in a ritualistic connotation, you could almost say it’s like a prayer. Read about "PONDS OF ALCOHOL, FORESTS OF MEAT（SUMPTUOUS FEAST）" here. 2020-07-1207 minLand Of The Rising SonItadakimasu-GochisosamaThere are two very important words in Japanese with deep meaning but no equivalent sentiment in the English concept of language. Itadakimasu and gochiso sama are very important parts of the dining etiquette in Japan. Itadakimasu is said just before eating, it literally means “to receive” or “accept ” but in this context more like a DNA infused Japanese Way in a ritualistic connotation, you could almost say it’s like a prayer. Read about "PONDS OF ALCOHOL, FORESTS OF MEAT（SUMPTUOUS FEAST）" here. 2020-07-1207 min
Land Of The Rising Son「いただきます」「ごちそうさま」 日本人にとって、「いただきます」と「ごちそうさま」は深く重要な言葉ですが、英語には訳すことができません。この言葉を使うことは日本の食における大切な礼儀作法の一つです。2020-07-1210 minLand Of The Rising Son「いただきます」「ごちそうさま」 日本人にとって、「いただきます」と「ごちそうさま」は深く重要な言葉ですが、英語には訳すことができません。この言葉を使うことは日本の食における大切な礼儀作法の一つです。2020-07-1210 min
Land Of The Rising SonOngaishi - Covering With ObligationThe Japanese have traditionally been known for their generous hospitality that they typically bestow upon visitors and on people with whom they want to develop a professional or business relations. The extraordinary gift giving that is so much a part of Japanese life is also one of the facets of creating and repeating obligation. I have also taken up their custom of extending small unique token gifts when traveling abroad for people I meet anew or for people I would like to develop some kind of relationship. 2020-07-0406 minLand Of The Rising SonOngaishi - Covering With ObligationThe Japanese have traditionally been known for their generous hospitality that they typically bestow upon visitors and on people with whom they want to develop a professional or business relations. The extraordinary gift giving that is so much a part of Japanese life is also one of the facets of creating and repeating obligation. I have also taken up their custom of extending small unique token gifts when traveling abroad for people I meet anew or for people I would like to develop some kind of relationship. 2020-07-0406 min
Land Of The Rising SonOmoiyari - Japanese-style SympathyThis exclusivity of the Japanese mindset goes far beyond the intangible features of culture such as philosophy, morals, ethics, values, it also includes race, food and other aspects of life.2020-05-1008 minLand Of The Rising SonOmoiyari - Japanese-style SympathyThis exclusivity of the Japanese mindset goes far beyond the intangible features of culture such as philosophy, morals, ethics, values, it also includes race, food and other aspects of life.2020-05-1008 min
Land Of The Rising SonHara No Mushi - A Worm Told MeIn Japanese, the abdomen is the source of temper, courage, resolve, generosity, pride, and so on, as well as being the site of an instinctive or telepathic-like ability making it possible for some especially skilled people to read other peoples minds. Enter into the enigmatic mind of the Japanese as one explores the Japanese heart, mind and soul. Check this phenomena on the blog post "Japanese telepathy: i shin den shin"2020-05-0307 min
Land Of The Rising Son腹の虫 日本語では、腹部は気性、勇気、決意、寛大さ、誇りなどの源であり、本能的またはテレパシーのような能力の場所でもあり、熟練した人は他人の心を読むこともできます。 日本のテレパシー：以心伝心」という題名で、ブログに投稿しました。2020-05-0308 minLand Of The Rising SonHara No Mushi - A Worm Told MeIn Japanese, the abdomen is the source of temper, courage, resolve, generosity, pride, and so on, as well as being the site of an instinctive or telepathic-like ability making it possible for some especially skilled people to read other peoples minds. Enter into the enigmatic mind of the Japanese as one explores the Japanese heart, mind and soul. Check this phenomena on the blog post "Japanese telepathy: i shin den shin"2020-05-0307 minLand Of The Rising Son腹の虫 日本語では、腹部は気性、勇気、決意、寛大さ、誇りなどの源であり、本能的またはテレパシーのような能力の場所でもあり、熟練した人は他人の心を読むこともできます。 日本のテレパシー：以心伝心」という題名で、ブログに投稿しました。2020-05-0308 min
Land Of The Rising SonBoye Lafayette De Mente and Emeritus professor R. Taggert MurphyIf you are interested in Japan and the Way of Japanese and would like to really get some excellent insight into the minds of the Japanese, look no further that the incredible work of Master Boye Lafayette De Mente and Emeritus professor R. Taggart Murphy2020-05-0205 minLand Of The Rising SonBoye Lafayette De Mente and Emeritus professor R. Taggert MurphyIf you are interested in Japan and the Way of Japanese and would like to really get some excellent insight into the minds of the Japanese, look no further that the incredible work of Master Boye Lafayette De Mente and Emeritus professor R. Taggart Murphy2020-05-0205 minLand Of The Rising Son令和時代と日本の未来 このチャプター2では、始まったばかりの令和の時代に、菊の玉座に座ることとなりました、戦後生まれの徳仁天皇、そして皇后雅子様の歴史についてお話します。 今日本は長い歴史の中で、非常に重要な時期にあります。この急速に変化する世界で、日本人は常に時代を超えた伝統を尊重し続けます。伝統を守りながらも、近代化し続ける日本は、近隣諸国（きんりんしょこく）と調和がとれるように協力をし、世界に尊厳、名誉、犠牲の精神、そして日本の真の本質と、それが日本であるということを証明してくれるでしょう。 そして今や、私たちの皇后雅子様がその先頭に立ち、彼女の夫である徳仁天皇と共に、特別な外交官としての任務を果たされることが期待されています。 新天皇德仁正式即位 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaS8dR5E478 皇太子さまと音楽 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXTb5uBU7VE 雅子さま ご成婚から１ヶ月 お妃として https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jVlAV1RtZs 皇后 美智子さま・・・愛のロマンス https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBMpnrQWRj ご婚約内定から結婚の儀まで https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6oECrKsn7c2019-05-3116 minLand Of The Rising Son令和時代と日本の未来 このチャプター2では、始まったばかりの令和の時代に、菊の玉座に座ることとなりました、戦後生まれの徳仁天皇、そして皇后雅子様の歴史についてお話します。 今日本は長い歴史の中で、非常に重要な時期にあります。この急速に変化する世界で、日本人は常に時代を超えた伝統を尊重し続けます。伝統を守りながらも、近代化し続ける日本は、近隣諸国（きんりんしょこく）と調和がとれるように協力をし、世界に尊厳、名誉、犠牲の精神、そして日本の真の本質と、それが日本であるということを証明してくれるでしょう。 そして今や、私たちの皇后雅子様がその先頭に立ち、彼女の夫である徳仁天皇と共に、特別な外交官としての任務を果たされることが期待されています。 新天皇德仁正式即位 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaS8dR5E478 皇太子さまと音楽 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXTb5uBU7VE 雅子さま ご成婚から１ヶ月 お妃として https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jVlAV1RtZs 皇后 美智子さま・・・愛のロマンス https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBMpnrQWRj ご婚約内定から結婚の儀まで https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6oECrKsn7c2019-05-3116 min
Land Of The Rising Son天皇が菊の玉座を退位今日お話することは、そうです、日本国民の最大の関心ごと、本日まさに、平成から令和になりました。 今日本は重要な節目に来ていると思います。 平成天皇の退位、そして新天皇誕生という記念すべき今日、 私がここ日本に降り立ってから過ごした、 昭和と平成時代の皇室について、興味深いお話をさせていただきます。 天皇陛下と皇后の福島の訪問 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSjVnnrnVJU 天皇歴史 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天皇 天皇の一覧 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天皇の一覧 上皇明仁様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/明仁 上皇后美智子様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇后美智子 徳仁天皇様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇太子徳仁親王 皇后雅子様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇太子徳仁親王妃雅子 天照大神 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天照大神2019-05-0105 minLand Of The Rising Son天皇が菊の玉座を退位今日お話することは、そうです、日本国民の最大の関心ごと、本日まさに、平成から令和になりました。 今日本は重要な節目に来ていると思います。 平成天皇の退位、そして新天皇誕生という記念すべき今日、 私がここ日本に降り立ってから過ごした、 昭和と平成時代の皇室について、興味深いお話をさせていただきます。 天皇陛下と皇后の福島の訪問 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSjVnnrnVJU 天皇歴史 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天皇 天皇の一覧 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天皇の一覧 上皇明仁様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/明仁 上皇后美智子様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇后美智子 徳仁天皇様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇太子徳仁親王 皇后雅子様 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/皇太子徳仁親王妃雅子 天照大神 https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/天照大神2019-05-0105 min
Land Of The Rising SonNew Hope For Japan In Reiwa EraJapan is now at a critically important juncture in its long and rich history. In this rapidly changing world, the Japanese will always continue to honour their ageless traditions, all the while continuing to modernize Japan, and more so play a primary role in the harmonious cooperation with its neighbours to build a better future for our children and the coming generations. SHOW NOTES: Emperor and Empress Visiting Fukushima victims (Japanese only) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSjVnnrnVJU Emperor Abdication message (English Sub Titles) https://www.youtube.com/w...2019-04-3015 minLand Of The Rising SonNew Hope For Japan In Reiwa EraJapan is now at a critically important juncture in its long and rich history. In this rapidly changing world, the Japanese will always continue to honour their ageless traditions, all the while continuing to modernize Japan, and more so play a primary role in the harmonious cooperation with its neighbours to build a better future for our children and the coming generations. SHOW NOTES: Emperor and Empress Visiting Fukushima victims (Japanese only) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSjVnnrnVJU Emperor Abdication message (English Sub Titles) https://www.youtube.com/w...2019-04-3015 min
Land Of The Rising Son米国からの熱意ある若者イントロダクション アメリカ人のジョーダンは私たちの前に突然彗星の如く現れました。バドミントンとテニスが得意なスポーツマンの彼ですが、日本語の勉強を怠らず、とても努力家で勉強家。日本に来てまだ2年ちょっとにも関わらず、日本語での日常会話には困りません。彼は私たちからすると年齢が親子ほど離れているため息子のような存在です。しかしまた自分の意見をちゃんと持っていて、私たちのような年上の人間とも楽しく会話ができる知的な若者です。 短い間でしたが、一緒にバドミントンやテニスをしたり、映画を一緒に観て、感想を話し合ったりと、とても素晴らしく楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。そして思い出だけを残して、私たちの前から、北海道という北の大地へ、新しい自分探しの旅に出発して行きました。そんな彼の、日本に来てからの愉快なストーリーを、ポッドキャストのインタビューでお聞き下さい。 ジョルダンの自己紹介 僕はジョルダンといいます。アメリカのニューヨーク出身、26才の日本に住んでいる男性です。今年、8月になると日本に住むのは3年間になる。僕は二年間千葉県に住んで、中学校でALTとして働きました。同時にバドミントンのサークルにたくさん参加し、日本語も一生懸命勉強をしてきました。 今、ちょうど札幌へ引っ越してきたところです。今度高校で働き、新しい仕事を試しています。 僕の生活は日本に住んでいる外国人として大変な部分もあるんですが、何人かのいい友達がいるため、そして日本の文化にもっと深く分かってきたため、日本の暮らしがまさに好きになってきた。2019-04-1350 minLand Of The Rising Son米国からの熱意ある若者イントロダクション アメリカ人のジョーダンは私たちの前に突然彗星の如く現れました。バドミントンとテニスが得意なスポーツマンの彼ですが、日本語の勉強を怠らず、とても努力家で勉強家。日本に来てまだ2年ちょっとにも関わらず、日本語での日常会話には困りません。彼は私たちからすると年齢が親子ほど離れているため息子のような存在です。しかしまた自分の意見をちゃんと持っていて、私たちのような年上の人間とも楽しく会話ができる知的な若者です。 短い間でしたが、一緒にバドミントンやテニスをしたり、映画を一緒に観て、感想を話し合ったりと、とても素晴らしく楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。そして思い出だけを残して、私たちの前から、北海道という北の大地へ、新しい自分探しの旅に出発して行きました。そんな彼の、日本に来てからの愉快なストーリーを、ポッドキャストのインタビューでお聞き下さい。 ジョルダンの自己紹介 僕はジョルダンといいます。アメリカのニューヨーク出身、26才の日本に住んでいる男性です。今年、8月になると日本に住むのは3年間になる。僕は二年間千葉県に住んで、中学校でALTとして働きました。同時にバドミントンのサークルにたくさん参加し、日本語も一生懸命勉強をしてきました。 今、ちょうど札幌へ引っ越してきたところです。今度高校で働き、新しい仕事を試しています。 僕の生活は日本に住んでいる外国人として大変な部分もあるんですが、何人かのいい友達がいるため、そして日本の文化にもっと深く分かってきたため、日本の暮らしがまさに好きになってきた。2019-04-1350 min
Land Of The Rising Son日本を愛するはるか彼方から来た男の物語30年以上も前に、異邦人の私は来日させていただきました。 日本の社会、人間、生き方がとても気に入り、永住者として日本に住んでます。 人生は山あり谷ありと言いますが、私も沢山のことがありました。 悩みや苦しみが全く無い人間はいないと思います。 私は以前から自己啓発を学んでます。この番組は私の人生の物語と培った知識とを交えながら、『心、絆』読んでいただく方に勇気を持って、有意義な人生を送っていただく手助けになれば幸いだと思います。 テーマは『日出国』ですが、日本は世界から“The Land Of The Rising Sun”と呼ばれています。ですから本来はSun（太陽）のところですが、私なりに解釈し、Son（息子）と擬人化しました。 太陽と同じように毎日起きて、良い人生と行うように行動をする（Son）は息子というの意味ですが、女性の方にも勿論読んでいただきたい内容です。 “Rising”の“Rise”は本来は（起きる）の意味ですが、私は『人生を上げよう』という意味で使用しています。 この番組は日本の皆さんのため作っています。我々の日本がこれから更に向上するため励まし続けます。2019-04-1304 minLand Of The Rising Son日本を愛するはるか彼方から来た男の物語30年以上も前に、異邦人の私は来日させていただきました。 日本の社会、人間、生き方がとても気に入り、永住者として日本に住んでます。 人生は山あり谷ありと言いますが、私も沢山のことがありました。 悩みや苦しみが全く無い人間はいないと思います。 私は以前から自己啓発を学んでます。この番組は私の人生の物語と培った知識とを交えながら、『心、絆』読んでいただく方に勇気を持って、有意義な人生を送っていただく手助けになれば幸いだと思います。 テーマは『日出国』ですが、日本は世界から“The Land Of The Rising Sun”と呼ばれています。ですから本来はSun（太陽）のところですが、私なりに解釈し、Son（息子）と擬人化しました。 太陽と同じように毎日起きて、良い人生と行うように行動をする（Son）は息子というの意味ですが、女性の方にも勿論読んでいただきたい内容です。 “Rising”の“Rise”は本来は（起きる）の意味ですが、私は『人生を上げよう』という意味で使用しています。 この番組は日本の皆さんのため作っています。我々の日本がこれから更に向上するため励まし続けます。2019-04-1304 min
Land Of The Rising SonStranger In A Strange Land: Welcome to JapanOver 30 years ago a young man came from the West as a stranger to the enigmatic nation of Japan. Very quickly I was intrigued by this extraordinary society, the people, and their exceptional way of life. As we all know, life is full of peaks and valleys, and mine is no exception. I have always, embraced personal development and through these important, life changing, and wisdom inducing exercises, I have come to some profound realization and I would like to share with you, the listener, some of the unusual and meaningful stories gathered up in my more...2019-04-1304 minLand Of The Rising SonStranger In A Strange Land: Welcome to JapanOver 30 years ago a young man came from the West as a stranger to the enigmatic nation of Japan. Very quickly I was intrigued by this extraordinary society, the people, and their exceptional way of life. As we all know, life is full of peaks and valleys, and mine is no exception. I have always, embraced personal development and through these important, life changing, and wisdom inducing exercises, I have come to some profound realization and I would like to share with you, the listener, some of the unusual and meaningful stories gathered up in my more...2019-04-1304 min