What on earth have I gotten myself into? This was my piercing thought, as I grappled with my decision to move half way across the world. From the chain of events leading up to my departure, to the final farewells at the culmination of my stay, experience the journey of a lifetime through the eyes of a former Jamaican educator in Japan. Travel with me to a land of contrasts and beauty. Witness the unfolding cultural displays and my attempts at navigating the cultural complexities. If you love an adventure and relish the lessons learned from your everyday experiences, then this book is for you. If you have lived or studied in another country, or are thinking of doing so, then this book is for you. If you love to learn about different cultures and peoples, then this book is for you. Prepared to be entertained and empowered by the reflective stories and life lessons from my time in Japan.