A small-town girl leaves the familiar woods and mountains of Idaho for the hustle and bustle of Japan. A series of true short stories following her adventures and misadventures navigating a completely different culture, meeting the most amazingly generous people, and totally embarrassing herself from time to time. As a teacher for eight years in total living in the suburbs of Japan, she finds herself in all kinds of crazy situations, some uplifting, some terrifying. From foreign food to animal encounters, volcanoes to hot springs, you will see a side of life in Japan you might never have expected to see. Inside you will find photos of some of the beautiful and interesting places she visited throughout Japan. Enjoy this unique perspective on international life.