Yes, I’m sick, and that means it’s mask time here in Japan. But it’s not all bad, wearing a mask may not be usual back home, but here there are loads of advantages.

1: Facial Expressions

There’s alot you can hide behind a mouth covering mask, but your eyes can smile when your mouth can’t show it. It’s win win really. Hide the grimace when climbing the steep hill, smile at the friendly students.

2: Lower Face Warmer

I’m thinking about wearing them all over my head really, they keep the wind and cold out.

3: Socially Accepted Behavior

It feels like you’re part of the team when you wear a mask, you’re doing your bit to keep yourself and everyone else fighting fit. And no one looks at you funny, but they may wish you good health, which is always a good pick-me up.

Word of the day:
Yasumi: holiday. Because today I’m on holiday (Gunma day) and recovering from a cold. Julia is also sick but she’s touring and running errands.