Author Archives: Tiffany Sun

What am I?

Not to be too dramatic, but today, I had a bit of a life changing experience. The main activity for the day was going to Tofukuji Taikoin, where we met with Kei-san, who is a Zen priest. We settled down … Continue reading

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The great 17 hour nap

After a quite grueling flight, we have finally made it! I don’t know if I’d call it grueling actually, since I basically slept every flight. We left for Albany airport at 4:55am, flew from Albany to Newark, then Newark to … Continue reading

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How many engines do you need to fly a plane?

So long Williamstown! A little more 7 hours until we leave on the shuttle to the airport. Fun fact! Did you know that commercial aircrafts are designed to be able to fly safely with only one engine? The past week … Continue reading

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Packing Lists

It’s time to pack! Or well… time to make a list, at the very least. In fact, I’m still unpacking from winter vacation, so I need to start evicting things from my suitcase! Kagaya-sensei allowed us one large check-in suitcase, … Continue reading

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Nice to meet you!

Hello! My name is Tiffany Sun and I’m a senior Japanese and Economics major. I wasn’t sure if a self-introduction was required, but I figured it would be a good way to introduce myself! I studied abroad in Tokyo for … Continue reading

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