Hello, I’m TOSHI. I am a Japanese woman.
I’ve been job hunting.
I’m 53 years old now. Good news had been hard to come by, but I finally passed the document screening for my top-choice company. The next step is the interview. I hope it goes well. In any case, it’s a step forward.
I’ve inquired with and applied to various companies.
I applied for everything from flyer distribution to managing social media for a real estate company specializing in *Kyo-machiya* (traditional Kyoto townhouses)—which included English-language content for foreigners—and even a position as a reporter for a local newspaper. The latter was a historic regional paper; the listing mentioned that, unlike major national dailies, the appeal lay in the ability to write articles across a wide range of genres, from culture to politics.
When I called and mentioned my background as a web reporter, the person who answered was incredibly pleasant. She told me, “Please go ahead and apply; I’ll let the person in charge know your name,” but unfortunately, things didn’t progress beyond that.
I hold a degree from Rikkyo University. I used to wonder if graduating from university actually mattered, but there were indeed jobs that required a degree to apply.
While job hunting, I’m often surprised to realize:
“There are so many different kinds of jobs out there.”
Jobs like assisting adult influencers or working as a chauffeur for celebrities.
But the one that surprised me the most was:
“Recruiting online video streamers. Fixed salary.”
I’m paraphrasing the text slightly, but it read something like this:
“Confident in your looks? Want to be a model someday? Want to earn some extra cash in your spare time? You can use your appearance as an asset. It’s an environment where aiming for a monthly income of over 1 million yen is a realistic possibility.”
I suppose life is on “easy mode” while you’re young and beautiful. But for Japanese women, aging is tough. If that’s all you have going for you, a grueling path might await you later on.
In the 2026 edition of the Gender Gap Report released by the World Economic Forum (WEF) on September 16, Japan ranked 117th out of 145 countries—placing it last among the G7 nations.
Lately, I’ve been feeling more energetic and am able to handle housework and other daily tasks; at the gym, I’m now running at a top speed of 7.5 km/h. My previous max was 7 km/h, so I’ve picked up the pace a bit. That said, I’m tired today, so I’ll wrap things up here.
I’ll do my best at the interview.
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Hello to all my followers and readers! I’m TOSHI, a Japanese woman.
My husband and I recently visited Kyoto and stayed in Gion, a district deeply connected to the world of geisha (Maiko, Geiko). I discovered a restaurant, a cafe, and a shop that geisha love, so I wanted to share them with you.
The first is a gyoza (dumpling) restaurant called “Hohei(歩兵),” which I’ve mentioned before. I finally got the chance to visit.
This is a YouTube program about the restaurant.
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【京都グルメ】舞妓さんにも愛されるミシュラン選出・祇園発祥餃子・ぎょうざ歩兵 / 京都・東山 / 1080p
While gyoza originated in China—where boiled dumplings are the norm, Japanese gyoza are usually pan-fried, which is the style that’s served here.
Their specialty is a gyoza made with ginger instead of garlic; this allows geisha, who are often conscious of odors, to enjoy them without worry (though they do offer garlic versions as well).
These small, crispy-skinned, and juicy dumplings offered a flavor unlike any I’ve had before—refreshing and truly delicious. At 600 yen per plate, they are a great value.
The restaurant has been repeatedly recognized with the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand award. I highly recommend it.
The second spot is “Gion Kitagawa Hanbee(祇園 北川半兵衛) ,” a cafe that offers Japanese tea pairings too.
This is the instagram about the cafe.
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https://www.instagram.com/gion_hanbee/
Matcha has become popular all over the world. While there are issues with shortages and imitations, but this cafe is run by a Uji-based wholesaler, so you can enjoy authentic, high-quality matcha with confidence.
The photo shows a tasting set featuring four types of Japanese-made tea. It was delicious and cost 2,800 yen.
The matcha parfait is also exquisite; it’s packed with matcha but features accents like berry jelly—which adds a tartness that balances the matcha—creating a wonderful contrast in both flavor and texture.
They had *uchiwa* (flat paper fans) on display bearing the professional names of geisha, signifying that those specific geisha had visited the shop.
A place where you can see many of these geisha fans displayed is “Kazurasei(かづら清老舗),” a long-established shop with a history spanning around 160 years. It’s a wonderful place to buy beautiful items like *kanzashi* (hair ornaments) and combs.
This is the instagram about the shop.
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https://www.instagram.com/kazurasei_official/
What I bought was organic camellia oil. It’s a versatile oil suitable for the hair, face, and body; since I started using it, my cheeks have become incredibly smooth. It was 2,365 yen per bottle. I use it on my hair as well.
Some spots may close irregularly, so I recommend checking the website before you go.
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Are you interested in Kyoto-style Chinese cuisine—a genre connected to the world of geisha?
Hello to all my followers and readers—this is TOSHI. I am a Japanese woman.
I’m looking forward to visiting Kyoto again with my husband this autumn. This time, I plan to try out some Kyoto-style Chinese cuisine.
I currently have two restaurants on my list to check out. Both are located in Gion.
Gion is a district with deep ties to geisha (known as *maiko* and *geiko* in Kyoto).
One is a Chinese restaurant called “Takeka,” (竹香) named after a geisha.
This is a YouTube program about the restaurant
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『竹香』京都祇園白川 人気の広東料理店 Kyoto, Japan, Gion Sirakawa, Cantonese cuisine
Geisha work in a profession that relies on entertaining guests. Consequently, this restaurant is known for its light, subtle Kyoto-style Chinese cuisine that avoids strong-smelling ingredients like garlic.
The other restaurant is called “Hohei.”(歩兵), it is gyoza restaurant.
Their specialty is gyoza (dumplings) made with ginger instead of garlic. This restaurant has also been selected for the Michelin Guide’s “Bib Gourmand” list for years.
I saw a TV program where geishas, while dining with clients, ate the gyozas and they seemed to be enjoying it immensely.
This is a YouTube program about the restaurant
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【京都グルメ】舞妓さんにも愛されるミシュラン選出・祇園発祥餃子・ぎょうざ歩兵 / 京都・東山 / 1080p
I should mention that I haven’t actually visited these places yet; since they are both popular spots, I’m not sure if I’ll be able to get a table this time. Still, I thought it was an interesting story worth sharing.
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Hello, I’m TOSHI, a Japanese woman.
The other day, I watched an interesting YouTube program.
The channel is called “Tanomu ze Edita” (頼むぜエディタ), and the creator is a Japanese person living in Poland.
↓↓ Click here ↓↓
“Kyoto has reached its limit.” Measures involving fines were introduced in 2019, yet seven years later, the situation had deteriorated to the point where tourists were sitting on private roads…(Translated by TOSHI)
Japan is a relatively safe country. People who realized that “it is relatively safe to walk down alleys at night in Japan” started “Gion Night Tours” in Kyoto, and this has become a problem.
In Kyoto’s Gion district—an area deeply connected to geisha (known as *maiko* and *geiko* in Kyoto)—there are guides conducting tours right in front of the homes where geisha live. Some of these streets are even private property.
Images of tour participants sitting on the ground in the street went viral.
The geisha receive absolutely no money from this; turning people’s homes into a spectacle at night is an invasion of privacy and poses public order issues. Do these people have no sense of ethics?
Japan is a beautiful country with a rich history and culture, but “overtourism” has recently become a major issue.
Kyoto is not a theme park. It is a city where people live their daily lives.
Recently, a Taiwanese tourist was arrested on suspicion of excessive behavior.
I enjoy talking with people from other countries, but please—when you come to Japan, I ask that you show us respect. That is my plea.
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I ended up marrying a man from Kyushu—a “Kyushu man”—without really planning it that way. When I accompanied my husband on a trip back to his hometown, I was struck by just how amazing the women of Kyushu are.
Hello, I’m TOSHI. I am a Japanese woman.
My husband is from northern Kyushu, and we recently traveled there together to visit his family.
So, I became the wife of a Kyushu man. You often hear that Kyushu has a culture where men are put on a pedestal and that there are aspects of male chauvinism. However, while my husband is stubborn and speaks his mind firmly, he is far from chauvinistic; he is actually diligent about housework—he’ll even clean my siblings’ rooms until his socks turn black—so I had never really given that stereotype much thought.
People often say to me:
“Your husband doesn’t seem like a typical Kyushu man at all.”
Still, I was nervous about visiting his family home for the first time.
I imagined a scary man might appear and say things like, “Women sit on the dirt floor,” or “Women smell, so they have to bathe after the men.”
But the head of the household, Uncle Akio, and his wife, Aunt Yoshiko (pseudonyms), turned out to be very kind people, and the whole family welcomed us warmly.
On the night we first met last year, we went out for yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) together.
Aunt Yoshiko smiled and told me her son said:
“‘I wanted to meet the bride’, so he will be joinging us today, too!”
That really touched my heart.
Uncle Akio and Aunt Yoshiko gave us generous wedding gifts and looked after us in so many ways.
Aunt Yoshiko and Uncle Akio are always smiling. My husband is the same way.
“He’s the kind of boy who comes straight home without making any detours, you know? He’s great at looking after people, too. You’re a lucky woman,”
Aunt Yoshiko told me.
However, there is one thing: when you go to a yakiniku restaurant there, the women are the ones who grill the meat and vegetables for everyone else. The man was happily eating the meat that had been grilled for him. I, too, did my best to grill the meat that day.
We all went out for yakiniku again this year.
Uncle Akio has three children and five grandchildren. Many people had gathered, making for a lively atmosphere.
Uncle Akio’s son called out, “Welcome back!” making it a warm and pleasant evening.
And once again, I worked hard at grilling the meat.
They would tell me, “You don’t have to do that; just go ahead and eat,” but I couldn’t very well let Aunt Yoshiko do all the grilling herself.
Besides, Aunt Yoshiko is incredibly fast at grilling both meat and vegetables.
She skillfully arranges a huge platter of meat, grills it in a flash, and serves it onto everyone’s plates. No matter how hard I try, I simply can’t match her speed.
Aunt Yoshiko and Uncle Akio have three sons, and three of their grandchildren are boys as well. I found myself thinking that a woman who has looked after so many “Kyushu men” clearly has a different level of efficiency.
Since I was too slow, my husband would sometimes snatch the tongs from me, saying, “Oh, for heaven’s sake—let me do it!” and take over the grilling.
The crisp, spirited Kyushu dialect everyone spoke was lovely to listen to; I really enjoyed hearing it.
“Uncle Akio’s family is truly flourishing,” my husband remarked.
What does it feel like to have children and grandchildren of your own blood? It is something I will never know.
“I look forward to staying in touch,” I said as I took my leave and headed for the hotel.
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Hello, this is TOSHI. I’m a Japanese woman.
Mafia films are fascinating, aren’t they? Seeing the mafia in real life is scary, but on television, its fascinating.
I’ll introduce two mafia film masterpieces, one Italian and one Chinese.
■ ‘The Godfather’ – My Impression Was Different from When I Saw It in My Youth
This is a well-known masterpiece of mafia films. However, my impression was different from when I watched it when I was young.
Synopsis
“This film depicts the Corleone family, which wields immense power in America, facing a crisis of collapse. It also portrays the criminal business that this Sicilian family is involved in.”
*Reference: See the Amazon Prime movie description page below
I was initially engrossed in it when I was in junior high school, and I’ve rewatched it many times since then. But this time, watching it again after a long time, I was still struck by it.
“Why is it so amazing?”
I was drawn in from the beginning, and even though it’s a long film, I couldn’t take my eyes off it until the very end.
As a girl, I remember liking Al Pacino as Michael, but now, watching it again, I think Marlon Brando as Vito (the Don, who’s also in the thumbnail above) is absolutely fantastic.
The film begins with Vito being asked to carry out a revenge murder during his daughter’s wedding, but even after the deal is made, the wedding continues as a lavish and happy affair, just like any other.
At the wedding, Vito dances a waltz with his daughter. I really love that scene too.
A masterpiece makes you feel like you’ve traveled to another world, doesn’t it? It’s been a long time since I felt this good.
Even if it’s morally wrong, nowadays, the god of art forgives it. Art forgives.
Since getting married, I’ve lost interest in anyone other than my husband, but while watching this movie, I was dazzled by Vito, Marlon Brando.
(The following contains some spoilers)
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Even when taking his son’s body to the funeral home, Vito dresses impeccably. “What a gentleman,” I thought at the time.
I was truly fortunate to witness the brand’s “Vito,” his mysterious, overwhelming brilliance as a mafia don, his aging, and his death.
Watching movies like this makes me understand the feelings of those who want to become actors.
I thought, “If I were reborn, I’d want to be an actor like that.”
Anyway, the movie itself is a masterpiece no matter how many times you watch it. It hasn’t lost any of its appeal even after almost half a century. I wonder if there’s anyone who finds this movie boring.
Many people have probably seen it, but if some time has passed, it might be worth watching again.
Amazon page The Godfather
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■When I was 13, “Joey Tai,” the Chinese mafia don played by John Lone, was everything to me
The other movie is probably known by Asian people of my generation.
John Lone was really popular back then, wasn’t he?
*Year of the Dragon*
This is a violent film set in New York’s Chinatown, depicting a confrontation between a detective and a young Chinese mafia boss.
Reference: *Year of the Dragon* Wikipedia
John Lone is famous for *The Last Emperor*, but I think his role as the young Chinese mafia don in this film was even more captivating.
His character’s name is “Joey Tai.” An exotic and cool name.
I was a middle school student when it was released. John Lone, “Joey Tai,” in this film was everything to me, a 13-year-old girl. Perhaps my first love.
I saw it in a big theater, and even when it started playing in smaller theaters, I followed it to see it again.
I remember reading a reader’s submission in a movie magazine that said,
“Joey’s wife was probably deceived, but I wouldn’t mind being deceived if it meant marrying Joey.”
Even though it was wrong, he had an incredible allure.
I watched it again recently after a long time, and it was a pretty extreme movie. But it was interesting.It’s a fast-paced movie.
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Hello, this is TOSHI. I’m a Japanese woman.
My husband and I traveled to Toba in Mie Prefecture. It’s known for its ria coastline and historical naval powers.
We stayed at a ryokan called “Umi no Cho” (Butterfly of the Sea).
“Umi no Cho” Official Website
https://www.uminochou.com/
The sea around here is truly beautiful, with peninsulas and small islands intricately intertwined, sometimes looking like a maze.
There, I saw a cherry blossom blizzard for the first time in my life. It was a windy and rainy day, but the cherry blossom petals fluttered down, some even blowing upwards from below, and it was so beautiful.
A Maze-like Sea.
A ship slowly approached us through the fog, and somehow, everything was so fantastical that I couldn’t believe it; it seemed like an illusion.
An Exploratory Path.
I’d like to tell you more about this later, but this ryokan has a private beach, and it’s close to Ise Grand Shrine (伊勢神宮) and Toba Aquarium, the only aquarium in Japan with sea otters.
It is very cute! YouTube TOBA AQUARIUM SEA OTTER LIVE CAMERA
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TOBA AQUARIUM SEA OTTER LIVE CAMERA 鳥羽水族館ラッコ水槽ライブカメラ
https://www.youtube.com/live/M–DaeXPHAM?si=6esSAWguAtQ5Q2m7
Ise Grand Shrine was chosen as TIME Magazine’s 「The World’s Greatest Places of 2026」recently.
TIME誌が選出 「訪れるべき場所50選」の1つに伊勢神宮 “控えめで厳かな建築物の最高峰” 次回「式年遷宮」の観光客誘致に追い風なるか
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/6a3d4aadf7642134eef437b270502b743dab95c4
It was a really great place. It’s also good that it’s not over touristed.
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【What is a Japanese cuisine that men love?】Beautiful stories from far away From Japan
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Hello, this is TOSHI. I’m a Japanese woman.
My husband seems to have absolutely no interest in other women, and I thought, “There are people like this too,” so I wanted to share my experience.
■He is not interested in Geishas
When we went to Kyoto, we stayed at a certain type of inn where you could call in Geishas (Maikos). I wanted them to dance during dinner, so I suggested it. My husband replied,
“It’s too expensive. I’m not interested.”
So, the idea was dropped.
My ex-boyfriend was a salesman who went to Filipino bars to entertain his craftsman clients.
I thought all men were like that, but my husband says it’s too expensive and he’s not interested.
He said, “It’s a waste of money to spend it on women I don’t know. I’d rather spend it on my wife.”
■Tokyo Subway
Recently, I had an experience that really made me realize he’s not interested in other women.
My husband often says he’s so glad we moved from Tokyo to our current city, and one of the reasons is that he hated crowded trains.
He hated being pressed against strangers.
“Even if you sit at the very end of the row, there are always people leaning against you with their backs towards you near the entrance. Especially when an old man’s butt is right in front of your face, it’s unbearable.”
That’s why, when we were dating in Tokyo, even when we went out on dates in places like Ginza, we would always head home before the trains got too crowded.
When rush hour approached, he said,
“I want to protect you from the rush. Let’s go home now,”
seeing my husband’s serious face, I couldn’t refuse.
“Don’t you think ‘Lucky me!’ when a young, pretty woman sits next to you on a crowded train?”
When I asked him that, he replied,
“If it’s a stranger, they might not have washed their hands in the restroom. So being pressed against a stranger on a crowded train is painful.”
I thought, well, if he hates it that much, then there’s nothing I can do.
But I can’t stand infidelity, so I’m really glad I have such a serious and kind husband.
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Hello, I’m TOSHI, a Japanese woman.
I was wondering what to write about today, and I thought I’d write about a British etiquette expert I follow.
Do you know William Hanson from the UK?
He’s a famous British etiquette and manners expert.
He teaches a wide range of people proper manners and etiquette in the modern age. Besides appearing on television and writing columns, he’s also popular as the host of the podcast “Help I Sexted My Boss,” where he explains traditional manners with a touch of humor. He’s really successful!
Etiquette Expert, but Any Questions About Table Manners? | Tech Support | WIRED Japan
I enjoy watching videos of him speaking.
Sometimes I don’t understand everything in English, but his posture, gestures, and words are so beautiful, elegant, and refreshing.
I wish I could be like that…
Actually, my husband once gave me a book on manners as a gift. He says he likes people who are well-mannered.
When we first started dating, I tried to get on the Tokyo subway before everyone else had gotten off, and my husband got angry at me.
Even William says that’s not good.
Below is “How to get guests who overstay their welcome to leave.” It’s short and easy to watch.
How to get guests who overstay their welcome to leave? #techsupport #techsupport #wiredjp
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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jM09zkhT5B0
It’s kind of similar to the story about bubuzuke in Kyoto,Japan.
If someone asks, “Would you like some bubuzuke (rice with tea poured over it)?”
it means, “Please leave.”
Regarding Kyoto, there’s also the story that if someone says,
“That’s a nice watch you’re wearing,”
it means, “Look at your watch,” and also means, “You’re going on too long.”
I have experienced it in person.
I once felt embarrassed because I didn’t know that
“Yes, but the phone connection is poor” meant “No.”
Perhaps this kind of communication is good because, once you get used to it, it prevents hurt feelings. It might also be exclusive, but I think it’s both.
Are there any similarities between Kyoto, or rather, Japan and England? They’re both island nations, after all.
I love William. There don’t seem to be any books translated into Japanese yet, but when I want to be soothed or improve myself, I like to watch him.
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I look forward to your engagement, follows, likes, and comments are welcome.
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※TOSHI, I had been a writer who mainly focuses on food for around 5 years. I am looking for media that will publish my essays about Japan, gourmet Mystery novel (※), etc. Feel free to contact me via ClubRosy’s X (Twitter) DM. https://twitter.com/ClubRosy
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■ Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Hello, I’m TOSHI, a Japanese woman.
My husband took me to Kyoto as a reward for my hard work.
Since it was plum blossom season, I said I wanted to go to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (北野天満宮).
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Kyoto City) is the head shrine of all Tenmangu shrines and Tenjin shrines across Japan, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin), and is famous as a “famous plum blossom spot.”
Due to Michizane’s great love of plum blossoms, the temple grounds are home to approximately 1,500 plum trees representing approximately 50 varieties.
The “Plum Garden” opens to the public during the peak viewing season.
The garden is usually open from early February to late March, and I’ve heard that with the wide variety of plum blossoms, you can enjoy it for a long time.
I heard there will also be light-ups and artist installations, so I was looking forward to it.
I love plum blossoms.
In my hometown, there are only a few plum trees, but they bloom beautifully. When they’re in full bloom, they resemble large, weeping jewels—a truly beautiful sight.
I’m excited to think what it would be like if there were 1,500 of them.
It was a huge shrine, just as I remember it. It’s truly the head shrine of all Tenmangu and Tenjin shrines across the country.
I thought it would be better than cherry blossom season, but there were still a lot of people there, and it was bustling.
■Omikuji (Fortune Slip) that Reveals Characters When Dipped in Water
I made a sincere wish, “May my writing also go well,” and then drew a fortune slip that reveals characters when dipped in water. It’s very tasteful.
I think it turned out to be good luck, it was pretty good!
It said that “wishes” bring good fortune!!
■Plum Garden and Installation
Now, on to the plum garden.
I love flowers in full bloom.
On this day, the flowers were in their “early blooming, peak viewing” period, so it was still a little early for the weeping plum blossoms (March 21st, 2026).
Still, it was a lovely, warm day, with lots of flowers in bloom, and I thought,
“Ah, winter is over. Spring has come.”
There’s an artificial, undulating stream in the temple garden, perhaps used for the Kokusui no Utage (Sound-filled Water Banquet), and the clear murmuring of the water could be heard throughout the day.
Suddenly, I was reminded of playing in the irrigation canal beside the footpath as a child.
I remember hearing the same murmuring back then, and catching crayfish with my friends.
That was about 45 years ago, and I had completely forgotten about it. The road is now paved, and I don’t think there are any crayfish there anymore. But then, all of a sudden, I remembered.
In the installation, the plum trees were strung with lots of sparkling, transparent ornaments, and their sweet, colorful glow was truly beautiful.
Then, a little girl gazed intently at the large, shiny, transparent ornament and said,
“Daddy, it’s amazing when you look inside. It’s so beautiful.”
I’m actually not very good with children, but at that moment I was moved,
and thought,
“Today is such a beautiful day. It’s peaceful here, and I’m so happy right now.”
I wanted to stay there forever, listening to the sound of the water. It was like paradise.
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I look forward to your continued support.
I look forward to your engagement, follows, likes, and comments are welcome.
I plan to reply to the comments.
※TOSHI, I had been a writer who mainly focuses on food for around 5 years. I am looking for media that will publish my essays about Japan, gourmet Mystery novel (※), etc. Feel free to contact me via ClubRosy’s X (Twitter) DM. https://twitter.com/ClubRosy
or Email toshijprose●gmail.com (change ● to @ please)
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amazon page of TOSHI’s book（竹井夙 Toshi TAKEI’s book）⇩⇩ [美しい人々 Beautiful people] etc.
⇓⇓ ⇓⇓
https://amzn.to/47YhAxh
As for our daily life, I, or “Rosie-chan,” tweet on Twitter at Club Rosie, almost everyday. so please take a look if you like. It seems that it may be possible to translate with Google.
Club Rosy Twitter
https://twitter.com/ClubRosy
【What is a Japanese cuisine that men love?】Beautiful stories from far away From Japan
https://clubrosy.jp/article/3665.html
【Japanese brides weren’t allowed to eat】Beautiful stories from far away From Japan
https://clubrosy.jp/topimg/3565.html
The articles I wrote
TABIZINE ⇩⇩
http://tabizine.jp/author/toshi/
