Archive for June, 2008
Apply for the Nanayama Waterfall Climb and (new!) Optional Homestay
It’s time again to play up the famous, the spectacular, the most amusing way of trying to kill yourself: The Nanayama Waterfall Climb. Josh in Nanayama tells us all about this year’s event, which is Sunday, Aug. 24th, 2008. The deadline to sign up is mid July. Josh is your liaison for all things waterfall climb: from applications to payment of the 1000 yen fee.
NEW: APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD RIGHT HERE ON SAGAJET!
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Typhoons! Are You Ready?
This article is reprinted from a post published on July 13, 2007. Aside from the reference to Man-Yi, the information is still relevant. In it, you’ll find a list of ways to prepare for typhoon season, as well as resources to help you.
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Finding the JAF
Second-years-to-be: the first step in getting your Japanese driver’s license is to get your existing license translated at JAF (the Japan Auto Federation). This article provides directions to the JAF office in Saga so you can get the Japanese license process started.
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Mikaeri Waterfall + Bonus Festival!
June is the best time to visit Mikaeri Waterfall, just a few kilometers off Route 203, near Ouchi in central Saga Prefecture. Spend an afternoon seeing the waterfall that they say will make you come back over and over!
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