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Japan Diaries 4: Week 54

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Week 54: November 7 – 11, 2022 Day 371: November 7, 2022 Monday – Lab Test #2 at Rumoi Municipal Hospital It’s a beautiful Monday. I’m back at Rumoi High School . On the other hand, my second lab test at Rumoi Municipal Hospital is also scheduled today. Thankfully, Sekiguchi-san is available today to accompany me and help me with the translations, a challenge my wife and I faced last time I went for my 1st Lab Test. Rumoi Municipal Hospital We left Rumoi High School going to Rumoi Municipal Hospital at around 8:30 AM. The whole process took about 5 hours. Most of which were waiting times. It was past 1 PM when we left the hospital. Sekiguchi-san drove me home after the lab test so that I could eat lunch before going back to Rumoi High School . My lunch before going back to work When I got to Rumoi High School , there was no collaboration work waiting for me but Matsuda-sensei talked to me about the plans for tomorrow’s classes. Rumoi High School 11.7.2022 That afternoon, I met with
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Japan Diaries 4: Weekend 53

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Weekend 53: November 5 - 6, 2022 Day 369:  November 5, 2022 Saturday – Rumoi Although we usually go on road trips every weekend, this weekend would be different. We have several important commitments lined up.  For today’s schedule, we have a reservation at the Suzuki dealer at Motokawacho in Rumoi City at 2 PM. We need to change the tires of our car Ruru in preparation for winter. Aside from updating my blog, I'm also updating my #Hokkaido179 travel notes and map We brought Ruru to the Suzuki dealership at Motokawa-cho We got nothing to do but take selfies while waiting for the tire change to finish Since it’s still in the afternoon, I spent my morning updating my blog. Ella didn't join us as she preferred to stay home. My wife and I brought Ruru to the Suzuki dealership at 2 PM and waited for the tires to be changed. It took about an hour. We first went to Shimamura to buy some winter essentials Grocery at MaxValu After the tire change,  my wife and I drove to Shimamura
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Location: Rumoi, Hokkaido, Japan
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10 Things to Do in Iwamizawa City

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10 Things to Do in Iwamizawa City Iwamizawa ( 岩見沢市 ) is an inland city located in the Sorachi Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan . The name " Iwamizawa " is derived from the Japanese word " Yuamisawa " ( 浴澤 ). Yuami ( 浴 ) and Sawa ( 澤 ) mean "bathing" and "a swamp". For those planning to visit the city to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Iwamizawa City : Iwamizawa City manhole cover 1.  Take a picture of the manhole cover of Iwamizawa City . So far, I have seen 1 unique manhole cover. It is commonly seen around the city.  Iwamizawa Shrine 2. Visit the Iwamizawa Shrine ( 岩見澤神社 ). It’s the main shrine of Iwamizawa City. You can pay your respects and offer prayers here any time of the day. Don’t forget to avail of the shrine’s goshuin if you are collecting them. Mannenji 3. Drive into the eastern outskirts of Iwamizawa City and visit Mannenji ( 万念寺 ). It might not have a grand infrastructure but it is home to the haunte
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Location: Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, Japan
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Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space - Hokkaido

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Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space   ( 鳩が丘記念緑地 )  or simply Hatagaoka Memorial Park is a city park in the heart of Iwamizawa City. It is located at 1 Chome-1 Hatogaoka, Iwamizawa City in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan .  Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space details Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space , situated in front of the Iwamizawa City Hall , is a small charming oasis in the heart of Iwamizawa City. This park measures only around 1,130 square meters. While this small park may seem unassuming at first glance, it boasts a distinctive landmark that draws visitors from near and far—the "Offering Harmony" monument.  Hatogaoka Memorial Green Space - Iwamizawa City, Hokkaido Standing tall at 15 meters, the "Offering Harmony" Monument is not merely a structure but a commemorative masterpiece that pays homage to the essence of Iwamizawa. Crafted in a relief-like carving style, this monument depicts iconic scenes that epitomize the spirit of the city, inc
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Location: Japan, 〒068-0828 Hokkaido, Iwamizawa, Hatogaoka, 1-chōme−1, 鳩が丘記念緑地
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