David came to Japan in his twenties with a fresh tattoo and a hunger to learn. 20 years later, he leaves Japan - also with a fresh tattoo - and a desire for his two children and wife to learn about his own country: The United States of America.
He discusses what he already misses about Japan, the many challenges he faced while operating a business, and navigating a foreign language and culture. Although he only just relocated in the summer of 2021, a seed had already been planted long ago for for his children to explore their other home and culture in the US. His wife also faces a huge cultural and social shift in her own lifestyle.
Listen to find out what leaving Japan looks like for one former foreign long-term resident.
David came to Japan in his twenties with a fresh tattoo and a hunger to learn. 20 years later, he leaves Japan - also with a fresh tattoo - and a desire for his two children and wife to learn about his own country: The United States of America.
He discusses what he already misses about Japan, the many challenges he faced while operating a business, and navigating a foreign language and culture. Although he only just relocated in the summer of 2021, a seed had already been planted long ago for for his children to explore their other home and culture in the US. His wife also faces a huge cultural and social shift in her own lifestyle.
Listen to find out what leaving Japan looks like for one former foreign long-term resident.