Introduction

Hi, I am Marika. This is my first time writing blog. I’m going to introduce myself. My name is Marika Sano. I’m from Kobe, Japan. I grew up in small island called Awaji-Island. (In Awaji-Island, there is the longest suspension bridge in the world.) I have a cat named Sakura. I was an office worker for a hospital in Japan. I like skiing, hiking, reading books and writing Japanese calligraphy. In University of Calgary, I would like to improve my English, learn different cultures, make friends, and enjoy life in Calgary. Nice to meeting you!

Post #1 - Farmer

I’m going to talk about my best friend. My friend’s job is farmer. I have been friend with her since we were elementary school student. She likes growing plants and flowers. She was working at office before she becomes a farmer. Five years ago, she suddenly decided to be a farmer. I know that farming is very hard job, because my grandfather was farmer. Sometimes she can’t get enough sleep. But she says “I can’t imagine a job that’s more interesting”. She loves her job now. Also I’m glad that she could find her ideal job.

Post#3 - Money

In my country, money is called "Yen". 1 Canada dollar is 96 Japanese yen nowadays. We have 12 type of bills and coins. Bills are 10,000yen, 5,000yen, 2,000yen and 1,000yen. Coins are 500yen, 100yen, 50yen, 10yen, 5yen, 1yen. I think people usually use cash more than Canada. But recently, people who use credit card in Japan are increasing day by day. Compare the prices specific Japan and Canada, Canada is more expensive than Japan for every thing. For example, if you want to rent a room in Canada, the average cost may be $500 to $1000. And it will have roommate. If you pay this rent fee, you can rent own apartment in my country.

Post #2 - City Life or Country Life

I can't say which is good for our life. I think there're a good point and a weak point both of them. For example, city life is convenient. There're a lot of job, transportations, medical facilities, and shops. But, city is always crowded, noisy, and sometimes get into trouble. It makes us tired. On the other hand, country life is opposite to city life. I live in the city in Japan. Because I can get a job that I would like to do job. But I sometimes feel uncomfortable to live in the city.