January 27, 2020
Skylar's Winter Break
This winter break was really nice! I went to school on all of the optional half days and I think it was worth it. It was nice to not just have some time at school and study but be surrounded by my classmates.
During winter break I also went to Toyama! I was there for a shorter 1 month and a half study abroad program over the summer last year. I was hoping I'd have at least one chance to visit my host family before my program ended and this plan to visit Toyama was actually made before I extended my program so I'm super happy I not only got to visit them but that I get even more time Japan! I was also able to stay with my host family from my last program who were so hospitable and really made me feel like I was at home. It really feels like my home in Japan I can always go back to.
While I was there I ate tons of Masu No Sushi and my host mom's home made mochi! Masu No Sushi (ますのすし) is like a pie but sushi. Basically it's a circle of rice with a thick layer of trout on it! Besides that I also did lots of sightseeing of the beautiful landscapes in Toyama!
In general I had a great winter break and can't wait to see what school has next in store for me!