25 February 2019

Why I don’t miss living in Japan

25 February 2019 · 10:14

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Summary

After 36 days back in England, Daniel says he misses nothing about Japan except fast internet and seeing cute women. He admits marrying for a spouse visa, saying its purpose was staying with his wife, not living in Japan. He now prefers England for food, native-language communication, and family; grief sharpens regret over limited time with his father.

Insight

Former Japan idealization has reversed into disillusionment; bereavement reinforces attachment to England and family.