With much trepidation I went to my Japanese class, fearing that I would be too far behind after missing it when we were in Oshima last weekend. I had trouble following for a while, but hopefully can do a bit of mugging up and fill in the gaps later.
In Japan, Valentine's Day is observed, but on that day women give men gifts (usually chocolate). A month later, on White Day, men reciprocate. Nick stayed true to UK customs though, and I received a beautiful bouquet of spring flowers.
The wind has shifted round to the south, and it was a really lovely day, with temperatures soaring to above 20C. It was a shame, therefore, that we had a prior engagement that kept us indoors all afternoon, it being Isy's birthday party at their apartment in Shibaura. We did have a nice time though, despite Emily being clingy again. I think it was because there were a few men there, as she would duck her chin down every time one came near. Eventually, just as we were about to leave, she cheered up and regained her usual confidence. She enjoyed the birthday cake and marshmallows rather too much, though redeemed herself by eating all her tea later. Thankfully, it seems the phase of poor eating has passed, at last; perhaps it was due to the vaccinations after all.
Nick and I had enough time to watch a whole film in the evening, and saw 'The Last Emperor'. I have always meant to see it, but I'm glad I have finally watched it now that I am here, and after visiting China, as it had a lot more relevance. It really helped to improve my knowledge of oriental modern history, which I have always found very confusing.
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