Swing and Dolls

So this past month has been rather busy. First of all it is the end of the school year here in Japan, so my workload increased a great deal for the month. Second, I found some swing dancing groups to practice and dance with. I was able to go dancing twice this month in Tokyo (both times for many, many hours). It was so much fun and I really enjoyed being with the people there as well. I am planning to keep going as often as my work schedule will allow. Below are some some video clips of the people I met dancing (sorry, I'm not in there...I'm filming it) and a Charleston routine I learned in a class (this is the instructor...from the back). I can't wait to go dancing again! XD

Also this March there was Girls' Day to celebrate all the girls in Japan (they have a Boys' Day too later) and to wish them all happy and healthy lives. I was able to see my friend's Hina-ningyo (doll display) that she had set up for her daughter, Kohana. It is absolutely beautiful and depicts the imperial court of ancient Japan. These displays are set up inside the homes of girls and kept up for the festival/holiday, but are taken down immediately after the day because it's bad luck to have up after the holiday is over.

Well, I guess that is it for now, but I hope you are all doing well and enjoying Spring. I'm looking forward to warmer weather myself...hopefully...maybe someday... :)