Yoshida-ryo: Dilapidated, decrepit and downright dirty
Roy Berman provides an inside look (including the above photos) at Kyoto University’s oldest still-in-use dormitory, Yoshida-ryo. It’s an all-wooden structure built in 1913 that remains practically unchanged and almost completely unmaintained. The appeal? The rent is only ￥2,500 (just under $30) per month—perfect for the financially challenged student. To find out more about Yoshida-ryo and to see even more pictures (or if you just want to feel thankful for the dorms your college provided), go read the article on CNNGo.com.
The internet’s (finally) back in my apartment, ladies and gents, and you know what that means? I’m back! Yes, you better believe it. Now, we’ve got some catching up to do, and first up is…
KYOTO!!!!!
Last weekend was a 3-day weekend and I went with a group of 16 other JETs to Kyoto for some sightseeing and all-around good times. We left Friday after work, arrived in Kyoto a little before midnight, and stayed until Monday afternoon. It was my first time back in there since studying abroad in 2006, and I had forgotten what a beautiful and awesome city it is. I’m sure it won’t be the last time I visit while living here. I took tons of pictures and sifted through to find the best ones, so enjoy!
About Me
My name is Lawrence Denes.After spending 5 years studying Japanese language, culture, literature, and history in St. Louis and Kyoto, I now live in Japan, in a town that most Japanese people have never even heard of, lost amid the rice fields and vending machines.
Please feel free to ask me anything, or send me an email.
