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Haha....thanks. I actually had a date the day before this drama. The staff here say I look young. I guess it's just the inside that's aging and too quickly!

Thanks so much, Andy. Sorry I haven't been as interactive recently. Been a bit challenging between this, work, and school. Definitely keep trying my best -- you do the same!

And no idea when clean up can begin!

I don't actually get to ride them as often, being in a small area for studies. It was so much more fun in Tokyo, but even Hiroshima city has the cool streetcars!

@@akiyajapan That's right! And some of them survived the A-bomb!

Hey Andrew, thanks for the comments and encouragement. What you said reminds me of something I was told that some elderly Japanese say: "the old wooden Japanese houses stand through earthquakes while the newer buildings collapse." More than a few of the older generation have expressed this belief. I also get what you said about the tile roof houses. Those are unbelievably heavy!

@@akiyajapan No worries Brandon. The facts will always show the way.

Thank you so much. I had. A good report during my hospital visit today so I'll share it soon. 💕

Thank you so much. Life's not easy, just do what we can, ne?

I sure look forward to that. I enjoy hearing your voice in the videos so much, I would love a face-to-face visit. 😆 Hope all is well, bro.

@@akiyajapan thanks Brandon. Chie and I are aiming to Japan for February, providing I'm all good to go. The treatments are done, but I feel like crap... I'm hoping to see improvements in a couple of weeks! Always have you in my thoughts!

You were missed, Andy! However, I will say that I know 100% what it's like to need the rest more than anything else. I'm glad you were able to sleep. Thanks for coming back to check it out and I look forward to hearing from you! You take care, too!

It's tough and sometimes so tempting just to lie down and give up. Gotta keep hoping there's a sunrise coming.

@@akiyajapan I hear you! Hang in there buddy!

Yes, definitely! I'm interested in seeing them but at the same time glad I don't! 😂 Looking forward to chatting. Hope you and your family are doing well.

Sou desu!

Hebi ga suki desu ka

@@akiyajapan me no likes Hebi.

Arigatou, Andy!!

Mine is the crows. I don't know why so many people seem to not like them but I think they are quite interesting animals. Like hearing them in the background sometimes. :)

@@akiyajapan Darn, I missed that part 😂

Thank you for stopping by ❤

LoL! That sounds almost communist! 😂 Reporting people for nonsense like that...god. I don't always agree with and follow every supposed etiquette law here. I use my own common sense judgement in the situation to determine if it really matters or not. For example, if I'm walking down the sidewalk and munching on a bag of mixed nuts, I'm okay with that. I don't care what anyone else thinks about it and it's not hurting or directly offending anyone, plus I see some locals doing it as well. However, you won't see me munching away on the local train or bus. Drinks are a different matter... If Japanese can take beer on the train, then I'm just fine to bring my Starbucks coffee on board. 😂

@@akiyajapan I wish we had the train etiquette like they do in Japan. People are bloody rude here, especially when it comes to cell phones, and sitting in senior/physically challenged reserved seating when they shouldn't be.

Exactly my point in the video! It's about who the person as an individual is, not about the particular culture.

Alne, thank you. I had quite the important meeting today with my primary doctor and counselor. He didn't pull any punches about my treatment, in cost or side or effects. I'll be doing an update video about it soon, but I definitely appreciate all the positive encouragement I get.

Thanks Andy! I'm so happy there was such a great payoff at the end, after all the technical issues!!

Hey Rubies, thanks for watching me live and for the questions. I finally got to my hotel room in Hiroshima so I'll take a moment to rest and answer your questions. My akiya is "free and clear," as in I don't owe any payments on it or anything. I fully own both the land and the house, as well as the other five buildings. Anyone who has a visa/residency revoked or canceled will be given a certain amount of time to leave Japan. That includes a student visa. There are other visas but each one has its own requirements, so it's not "easy" to simply renew, change, or get another visa. For example, if I were physically capable, then I could get another visa to teach, but it would require a full-time job offer. There is some type of special, short-term remote work visa for foreigners now, but I don't believe I do any work that would qualify for it. Also, remote or online learning doesn't meet the requirements for a student visa in Japan. We actually have to attend in-person, full-time classes. Hope that answers your questions!

@@akiyajapan Thank you for answering my question. Allow me to make a suggestion? If you're a photographer, that might be perfect for remote work. And you're a U.S. citizen. If I were you, I'd be looking for photography focused on tourism and sales targeted to a Western audience.

I've already been posting photos online to sell as stock footage but I've made nothing. Also, local photography jobs are easy for Japanese to get.

It's not about being "offended," it's about being verbally abused. I can handle people who are just unintentionally, accidentally offensive and apologetic, but to accept someone who yells at me, constantly criticizes me, and calls me names -- especially a boss or someone I have to be around often -- would be nothing short of insane. This was verbal abuse, pure and simple -- not simply "taking offense." The real way to deal with abusers is to walk away.

@@akiyajapan yes, that's right thing. you can't change other people, if they treat your badly, there is no reason to stay

Thank you 🙏😊

I wouldn't mind selling it if it were possible and substantial enough to help. However, it's unlikely that I'd be able to find a buyer willing to pay enough for me to justify selling. Also, it does hold my stuff, so it's still useful.

I appreciate it, thank you. No place is perfect, even though some people try to make them out to be sometimes. I take it as just another detour to the right place. Hopefully I'll arrive soon. 😊

Thank you. Well, if anything I post could ever do something like that, then I'd be honored. This life isn't easy but there's no reason why we can't and shouldn't make it better for each other. 💕

I hope we can sit down and chat about it one day, Andy. 😊

You're wise to realize the difference between what's instinct and what's fear. Stay the course...yes, it's difficult, but at least when we meet our ends, we'll have retained our purpose.

Hebi ga kowai desu ka? Don't worry, I don't like them, either 😂 Thank you for your message and encouragement. Unsure why I didn't see and reply to it. Sounds like you have been through the ringer yourself. Life can be rough, ne? I'm about to do an update video about my house renovation by the city and my own new treatment which starts in a couple of days. There's a lot I'd like to tell you now but I hope you can see it in my video later, since it's too much to post here. In short, I've come to view my life long problems with this same kidney as a sort of core area in my body that's been taking on all of my trauma and negativity in life -- and maybe even past lives, who knows? Now, my gut tells me to have it taken out. The medicine I'm starting is supposed to prep me for that surgery. Thank you for your prayers -- seriously. I always welcome them, from everyone. I also will remember you and your situation. I definitely respect what you've endured.